CTRA Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CTRA - Coterra Energy Inc.
$28.85
0.79 (2.82%)
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HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Feb 23, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CTRA trades at premium valuation expecting 6.5% growth. Hold existing positions but don't chase. Wait for better entry.
📊 HOLD: CTRA trades at premium valuation expecting 6.5% growth. Hold existing positions but don't chase. Wait for better entry.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$28.07
Based on 3.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$17.43
Trading above fair value
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 10.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CTRA is currently trading at $28.85, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $25.24 to $27.30. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 12.6) compared to its historical average (10.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 6.5% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CTRA is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $29.06. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: CTRA has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $32.24 (+14.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CTRA is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $29.06. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: CTRA has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $32.24 (+14.9%). 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
EXTENDED
Fair Price Range
$25.24 -
$27.30
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
53.8%
Protect Your Profits
CTRA is technically overbought (RSI 74). Consider hedging now to protect against a potential pullback while keeping your upside.
View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range (+5.7% above fair value)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($32.24)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 6.5% growth which is achievable
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$25.24 -
$27.30
Current vs Fair Value
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$25.41
Resistance Level
$29.06
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.56
Wall Street Target
$32.24
(+14.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
34.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
23.5%
Profit Margin
24.7%
Valuation Premium vs History
+6.5% premium
PE vs Historical
12.6 vs 10.4
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+6.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$29.88
(+7%)
2-Year Target
$31.83
(+13%)
3-Year Target
$33.90
(+21%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13→10)
PE COMPRESSION
$28.07
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.3, Growth: 3.7%)
$55.61
(+98%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.6, Growth: 3.7%)
$31.32
(+12%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.4, Growth: 3.7%)
$25.94
(-8%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (13x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 12.74 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.16
Bull Case
$31.00
(+11%)
Analyst growth 2.4%, PE expands to 14.0
Base Case
$28.18
(+0%)
Market implied 2.4%, PE stable at 12.7
Bear Case
$18.71
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 10.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
Last updated: January 30, 2026 4:04 PM ET
Data refreshes hourly during market hours. Next update: 5:04 PM
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