CNOB Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CNOB - Center Bancorp Inc
$26.62
-0.99 (-3.59%)
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BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Apr 22, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CNOB shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 3.7% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CNOB shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 3.7% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$44.20
Based on 8.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$27.45
3.0% 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 8.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CNOB is currently trading at $26.62, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $26.17 to $27.75. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 7.3) compared to its historical average (8.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.7% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 53.5% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CNOB is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $26.22. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.6% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (21th 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 $31.50 (+18.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CNOB is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $26.22. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.6% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (21th 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 $31.50 (+18.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Fair Price Range
$26.17 -
$27.75
Company Quality Score
60/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
21th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
71.9%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 21th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.6%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($31.50)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$26.17 -
$27.75
Current vs Fair Value
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$1.82
(6.8%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$26.22
Resistance Level
$29.28
Current Trend
Uptrend
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
7.29
Wall Street Target
$31.50
(+18.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
69.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
53.5%
Profit Margin
23.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
7.3 vs 8.2
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$25.64
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$24.69
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$23.77
(-11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 7→8)
$26.73
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.3, Growth: 12.3%)
$115.30
(+333%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 7.3, Growth: 12.3%)
$37.71
(+42%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.2, Growth: 12.3%)
$32.05
(+20%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (21x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (7x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 21.10 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.32
Bull Case
$61.27
(+130%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 23.2
Base Case
$55.70
(+109%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 21.1
Bear Case
$18.94
(-29%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 7.3 to 8.2
Stabilization Target:
$29.93
(+12.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+12.4%
Last updated: February 01, 2026 3:24 AM ET
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0
Buys
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Sells
Net
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