CCI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CCI - Crown Castle Inc.
$87.31
-2.31 (-2.58%)
▼
5d:
-4.13%
30d:
+1.96%
90d:
-0.57%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 22, 2026
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Strength: 3.4/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CCI shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CCI shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$139.40
Based on 13.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$86.56
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CCI is currently trading at $87.31, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $85.52 to $89.69. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 29.5) is in line with its historical norms (28.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.5% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CCI is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $87.11. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CCI has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $98.82 (+13.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CCI is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $87.11. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CCI has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $98.82 (+13.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$85.52 -
$89.69
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
81.9%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($98.82)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.5% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$85.52 -
$89.69
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$87.11
Resistance Level
$92.81
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
29.48
Wall Street Target
$98.82
(+13.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-4.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
6.6%
Profit Margin
25.1%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.5% premium
PE vs Historical
29.5 vs 28.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$88.62
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$89.95
(+3%)
3-Year Target
$91.30
(+5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 29→28)
PE COMPRESSION
$87.33
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 29.5, Growth: 23.4%)
$164.19
(+88%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.0, Growth: 23.4%)
$122.74
(+41%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.7, Growth: 23.4%)
$104.33
(+20%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (38x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (29x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 37.81 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.37
Bull Case
$123.18
(+41%)
Analyst growth 25.0%, PE expands to 41.6
Base Case
$111.98
(+28%)
Market implied 25.0%, PE stable at 37.8
Bear Case
$60.94
(-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 32.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
6
Sells
Net
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