CRH Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRH - CRH Public Limited Company
$103.26
0.05 (0.05%)
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5d:
-8.27%
30d:
-11.78%
90d:
-15.37%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 13, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CRH shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CRH 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
$189.12
Based on 8.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$117.43
12.1% 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 18.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRH is currently trading at $103.26, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $109.87 to $118.15. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 15.3) compared to its historical average (18.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.1% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 48.4% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRH is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $101.19. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
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 $142.95 (+38.5%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRH is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $101.19. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
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 $142.95 (+38.5%). 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
$109.87 -
$118.15
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 38.5% below Wall St target ($142.95)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -8.3% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$109.87 -
$118.15
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$101.19
Resistance Level
$116.99
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 18, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.29
Wall Street Target
$142.95
(+38.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
48.4%
Profit Margin
9.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.3 vs 18.5
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$96.91
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$91.00
(-12%)
3-Year Target
$85.45
(-17%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→19)
$103.42
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.1, Growth: 13.4%)
$217.46
(+111%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.3, Growth: 13.4%)
$150.61
(+46%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.0, Growth: 13.4%)
$128.02
(+24%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (19x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.35 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.39
Bull Case
$143.71
(+39%)
Analyst growth 25.3%, PE expands to 21.3
Base Case
$130.65
(+27%)
Market implied 25.3%, PE stable at 19.4
Bear Case
$70.92
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 16.5
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 15.3 to 18.5
Stabilization Target:
$124.91
(+21.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+21.0%
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Last updated: May 18, 2026 1:03 PM ET
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