CMP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CMP - Compass Minerals International, Inc.
$23.38
0.03 (0.13%)
▲
5d:
-4.61%
30d:
-5.27%
90d:
+16.78%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Apr 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 06, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CMP shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CMP 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
$45.96
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$28.54
18.1% 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 23.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CMP is currently trading at $23.38, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $22.54 to $24.58. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 23.0) is in line with its historical norms (23.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.3% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CMP is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $20.82, while resistance sits at $25.19.
Market Sentiment: CMP has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (15th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $25.75 (+10.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CMP is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $20.82, while resistance sits at $25.19.
Market Sentiment: CMP has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (15th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $25.75 (+10.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Fair Price Range
$22.54 -
$24.58
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
15th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
84.6%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 15th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($25.75)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$22.54 -
$24.58
Current vs Fair Value
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$1.68
(7.2%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$20.82
Resistance Level
$25.19
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Apr 1, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
22.98
Wall Street Target
$25.75
(+10.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-25.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-91.7%
Profit Margin
-12.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
23.0 vs 23.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$23.31
(0%)
2-Year Target
$23.24
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$23.17
(-1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 23→23)
$23.39
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 23.0, Growth: 25.9%)
$46.61
(+99%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.4, Growth: 25.9%)
$45.33
(+94%)
Bear:
(PE: 19.0, Growth: 25.9%)
$38.53
(+65%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 23.0 to 23.2
Stabilization Target:
$23.60
(+1.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.0%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
0
Sells
0
Net
NEUTRAL
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