CNR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CNR - Core Natural Resources, Inc.
$80.13
0.29 (0.36%)
▲
5d:
-2.87%
30d:
+1.0%
90d:
-7.92%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CNR shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.7% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CNR shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.7% growth. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$147.80
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$91.77
12.7% 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 11.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CNR is currently trading at $80.13, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $79.34 to $84.61. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 12.0) is in line with its historical norms (11.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.7% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CNR is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $77.50, while resistance sits at $89.58.
Market Sentiment: CNR has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th 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 $105.25 (+31.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CNR is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $77.50, while resistance sits at $89.58.
Market Sentiment: CNR has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th 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 $105.25 (+31.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$79.34 -
$84.61
Company Quality Score
43/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
68.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 31.8% below Wall St target ($105.25)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 1.7% growth with 6.6% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$79.34 -
$84.61
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$5.97
(7.5%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$77.50
Resistance Level
$89.59
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 3, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
11.99
Wall Street Target
$105.25
(+31.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-81.1%
Profit Margin
-1.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.7% premium
PE vs Historical
12.0 vs 11.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$81.20
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$82.58
(+3%)
3-Year Target
$83.98
(+5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→11)
PE COMPRESSION
$79.83
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: 143.3%)
$465.78
(+483%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.0, Growth: 143.3%)
$269.46
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.2, Growth: 143.3%)
$229.04
(+187%)
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
4
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
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