Crane (CR) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CR - Crane Company
$198.02
-7.79 (-3.79%)
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5d:
+8.27%
30d:
-4.02%
90d:
-9.71%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 30, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 27, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CR shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.9% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CR shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.9% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$270.01
Based on 6.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$167.65
Trading above historical range
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: CR is currently trading at $198.02, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $196.22 to $208.91. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 24.8) is in line with its historical norms (26.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.9% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 6.4% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CR is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $181.06, while resistance sits at $208.05. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: CR scores 68/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. 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 $239.40 (+20.9%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CR is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $181.06, while resistance sits at $208.05. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: CR scores 68/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. 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 $239.40 (+20.9%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$196.22 -
$208.91
Company Quality Score
53/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
88.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (68/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.8%)
- BULLISH: Trading 20.9% below Wall St target ($239.40)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 68/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$196.22 -
$208.91
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$9.10
(4.6%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$181.06
Resistance Level
$208.05
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
24.81
Wall Street Target
$239.40
(+20.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
28.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
6.4%
Profit Margin
12.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
24.8 vs 26.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$194.26
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$190.57
(-4%)
3-Year Target
$186.95
(-6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 25→26)
$198.15
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 24.8, Growth: 8.5%)
$252.97
(+28%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 8.5%)
$202.48
(+2%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 8.5%)
$172.10
(-13%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (35x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (25x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 35.36 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.82
Bull Case
$310.44
(+57%)
Analyst growth 37.1%, PE expands to 38.9
Base Case
$282.21
(+43%)
Market implied 37.1%, PE stable at 35.4
Bear Case
$139.95
(-29%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 30.1
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 24.8 to 26.3
Stabilization Target:
$209.89
(+6.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+6.0%
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