CRH Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRH - CRH Public Limited Company
$107.53
2.34 (2.22%)
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5d:
-4.88%
30d:
+0.95%
90d:
+1.25%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 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
$185.08
Based on 8.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$114.92
6.4% 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 17.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRH is currently trading at $107.53, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $104.07 to $110.88. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 15.8) compared to its historical average (17.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.9% 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. Immediate support is located at $99.95, while resistance sits at $115.49.
Market Sentiment: CRH has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $143.70 (+33.6%). 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. Immediate support is located at $99.95, while resistance sits at $115.49.
Market Sentiment: CRH has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $143.70 (+33.6%). 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
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$104.07 -
$110.88
Company Quality Score
48/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
50.0%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 33.6% below Wall St target ($143.70)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$104.07 -
$110.88
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$99.95
Resistance Level
$115.49
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 17, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.85
Wall Street Target
$143.70
(+33.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
48.4%
Profit Margin
9.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.9 vs 17.9
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$103.34
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$99.31
(-8%)
3-Year Target
$95.43
(-11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→18)
$107.76
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 13.7%)
$217.36
(+102%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.9, Growth: 13.7%)
$158.20
(+47%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.5, Growth: 13.7%)
$134.47
(+25%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (20x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.52 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.39
Bull Case
$145.62
(+35%)
Analyst growth 25.8%, PE expands to 21.5
Base Case
$132.38
(+23%)
Market implied 25.8%, PE stable at 19.5
Bear Case
$71.53
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 16.6
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 15.9 to 17.9
Stabilization Target:
$121.42
(+12.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+12.9%
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