Is CARG stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, CARG is currently a HOLD with moderate confidence. 📊 HOLD: CARG shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

What is the fair value of CARG stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for CARG to be between $34.16 and $37.11. The current price is $33.17.

What is the analyst price target for CARG?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for CARG is $42.00. This implies a potential upside of 26.6% from current levels.

CarGurus (CARG) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

CARG - CarGurus, Inc. Class A Common Stock

SERVICES-COMPUTER PROCESSING & DATA PREPARATION

$33.17

-0.04 (-0.12%) ▼

5d: -5.04%

30d: -10.08%

90d: +10.27%

HOLD

MODERATE Confidence

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Analysis Updated: Sep 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Nov 05, 2026

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CARG shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 15.2%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$57.19

Based on 9.6% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$35.51

6.6% 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 12.0x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: CARG is currently trading at $33.17, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $34.16 to $37.11. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 11.0) is in line with its historical norms (12.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.0% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 141.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.

Technical Outlook: Technically, CARG is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $32.15, while resistance sits at $35.43.

Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 59/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $42.00 (+26.6%). 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 SLIGHTLY LOW

Historical Trading Range $34.16 - $37.11

Company Quality Score 54/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 79.5%

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All Signals

BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (59/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BULLISH: Trading 26.6% below Wall St target ($42.00)
NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (59/100) — watch for confirmation
CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-5.0%) - monitor closely

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $34.16 - $37.11

Current vs Trading Range SLIGHTLY LOW

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $32.15

Resistance Level $35.43

Current Trend Uptrend

Technical data as of Sep 21, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 10.97

Wall Street Target $42.00 (+26.6%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 13.1%

Earnings Growth (YoY) 141.0%

Profit Margin 18.2%

Valuation Discount vs History -3.0% cheaper

PE vs Historical 11.0 vs 12.0 FAIR

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -3.0% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $32.17 (-3%)

2-Year Target $31.21 (-6%)

3-Year Target $30.27 (-9%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 11→12) $33.11 (0%)

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 20.2, Growth: 15.2%) $93.62 (+182%)

Base: (SPY PE: 11.0, Growth: 15.2%) $50.72 (+53%)

Bear: (PE: 9.3, Growth: 15.2%) $43.11 (+30%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (17x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (11x PE) as earnings recover.

Trailing PE: 17.30 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.94

Bull Case $57.52 (+73%)

Analyst growth 55.8%, PE expands to 19.0

Base Case $52.29 (+58%)

Market implied 55.8%, PE stable at 17.3

Bear Case $22.82 (-31%)

Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.7

These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 11.0 to 12.0

Stabilization Target: $36.28 (+9.4%)

PE Expansion Potential: +9.4%

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