CHRW Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

CHRW - C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc.

ARRANGEMENT OF TRANSPORTATION OF FREIGHT & CARGO
$159.78
-3.48 (-2.13%) ▼
5d: -6.76%
30d: -4.94%
90d: -4.77%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
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Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CHRW shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$309.49
Based on 11.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$192.17
16.9% Margin of Safety

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: CHRW is currently trading at $159.78, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $165.28 to $182.66. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 21.9) compared to its historical average (25.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 9.9% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.

Technical Outlook: Technically, CHRW is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $150.40, while resistance sits at $185.67.

Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $196.42 (+22.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range $165.28 - $182.66
Company Quality Score 52/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 79.5%

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All Signals

  • BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
  • NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BULLISH: Trading 22.9% below Wall St target ($196.42)
  • CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -6.8% 5-day decline

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $165.28 - $182.66
Current vs Trading Range OVERSOLD

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $150.40
Resistance Level $185.67
Current Trend Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of May 14, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 21.93
Wall Street Target $196.42 (+22.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) -0.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY) 9.9%
Profit Margin 3.7%
Valuation Discount vs History -5.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical 21.9 vs 25.8 CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): -5.3% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $151.31 (-5%)
2-Year Target $143.29 (-10%)
3-Year Target $135.70 (-15%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 22→26) $159.67 (0%)
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 22.0, Growth: 18.6%) $268.15 (+68%)
Base: (SPY PE: 21.9, Growth: 18.6%) $266.76 (+67%)
Bear: (PE: 18.6, Growth: 18.6%) $226.75 (+42%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (33x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (22x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 33.39 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.93
Bull Case $267.69 (+68%)
Analyst growth 47.8%, PE expands to 36.7
Base Case $243.36 (+52%)
Market implied 47.8%, PE stable at 33.4
Bear Case $111.95 (-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 28.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡 Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 21.9 to 25.8
Stabilization Target: $188.01 (+17.7%)
PE Expansion Potential: +17.7%
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