COUR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
COUR - Coursera, Inc.
$5.09
-0.22 (-4.14%)
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5d:
-18.82%
30d:
-17.24%
90d:
-12.09%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 23, 2026
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: COUR is down 18.8% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: COUR is down 18.8% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$13.59
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$8.44
39.7% 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 13.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: COUR is currently trading at $5.09, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $5.55 to $6.29. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 9.6) compared to its historical average (13.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 9.9% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, COUR is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $5.05. 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 4.1% 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 $8.00 (+57.2%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, COUR is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $5.05. 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 4.1% 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 $8.00 (+57.2%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$5.55 -
$6.29
Company Quality Score
53/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
74.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-4.1%)
- BULLISH: Trading 57.2% below Wall St target ($8.00)
- WARNING: Recommendation downgraded due to -18.8% 5-day decline - wait for stabilization
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$5.55 -
$6.29
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$5.05
Resistance Level
$6.31
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.63
Wall Street Target
$8.00
(+57.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.1%
Profit Margin
-8.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-9.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.6 vs 13.2
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-9.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$4.59
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$4.13
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$3.72
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→13)
$5.10
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 28.1%)
$24.52
(+382%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.6, Growth: 28.1%)
$10.71
(+110%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.2, Growth: 28.1%)
$9.10
(+79%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 9.6 to 13.2
Stabilization Target:
$6.98
(+37.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+37.1%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
2
Sells
Net
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