COHU Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
COHU - Cohu Inc
$47.05
-1.91 (-3.90%)
▼
5d:
-5.03%
30d:
+19.51%
90d:
+53.76%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 30, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: COHU shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: COHU shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$70.94
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$44.05
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: COHU is currently trading at $47.05, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $38.15 to $48.97. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 33.6) is in line with its historical norms (34.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.1% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, COHU is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $45.23, while resistance sits at $52.43. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.9% recently.
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 $57.43 (+17.3%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, COHU is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $45.23, while resistance sits at $52.43. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.9% recently.
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 $57.43 (+17.3%). 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
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$38.15 -
$48.97
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
58.1%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.9%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($57.43)
- CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-5.0%) - monitor closely
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$38.15 -
$48.97
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$45.23
Resistance Level
$52.43
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
33.60
Wall Street Target
$57.43
(+17.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
29.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-84.3%
Profit Margin
-11.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
33.6 vs 34.7
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$48.42
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$47.89
(-2%)
3-Year Target
$47.36
(-3%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 34→35)
$48.91
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 33.6, Growth: 150.0%)
$165.24
(+238%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.0, Growth: 150.0%)
$108.39
(+121%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.7, Growth: 150.0%)
$92.13
(+88%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 33.6 to 34.7
Stabilization Target:
$50.56
(+3.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+3.3%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
2
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
Recent Transactions
Christopher Bohrson
SELL
1000 shares
2026-04-15
Christopher Bohrson
SELL
1000 shares
2026-03-16
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