CTRI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CTRI - Centuri Holdings, Inc.
$27.80
-1.58 (-5.38%)
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5d:
-7.7%
30d:
-10.32%
90d:
+7.17%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 30, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 11, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CTRI shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CTRI 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
$47.22
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$29.32
5.2% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CTRI is currently trading at $27.80, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $29.25 to $30.96. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 28.7) compared to its historical average (33.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.9% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 175.2% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CTRI is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $28.15. 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 5.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (18th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $31.32 (+12.7%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CTRI is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $28.15. 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 5.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (18th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $31.32 (+12.7%). 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
Fair Price Range
$29.25 -
$30.96
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
18th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
77.7%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 18th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-5.4%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($31.32)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -7.7% 5-day decline
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$29.25 -
$30.96
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$2.13
(7.7%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$28.15
Resistance Level
$31.09
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
28.66
Wall Street Target
$31.32
(+12.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
19.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
175.2%
Profit Margin
0.8%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
28.7 vs 33.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$26.44
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$25.14
(-10%)
3-Year Target
$23.91
(-14%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 29→33)
$27.87
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 28.7, Growth: 35.4%)
$68.95
(+148%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.4, Growth: 35.4%)
$53.77
(+93%)
Bear:
(PE: 19.0, Growth: 35.4%)
$45.70
(+64%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (35x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (29x PE) as earnings recover.
Forward PE: 34.60 | Forward EPS (Implied): $0.87
Bull Case
$36.37
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 36.3
Base Case
$30.12
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 34.6
Bear Case
$23.04
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 31.1
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 28.7 to 33.4
Stabilization Target:
$32.40
(+16.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+16.5%
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Last updated: March 31, 2026 9:36 AM ET
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1
Buys
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Sells
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Net
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