CRH Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRH - CRH Public Limited Company
$95.07
1.98 (2.13%)
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5d:
-2.14%
30d:
-3.01%
90d:
-5.9%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CRH shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CRH 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
$175.86
Based on 8.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$109.20
12.9% 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 17.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRH is currently trading at $95.07, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $95.98 to $102.44. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 14.3) compared to its historical average (17.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 13.9% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRH is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $92.52. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 46/100 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 $138.38 (+45.6%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRH is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $92.52. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 46/100 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 $138.38 (+45.6%). 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
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$95.98 -
$102.44
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (46/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 45.6% below Wall St target ($138.38)
- NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (46/100) — watch for confirmation
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$95.98 -
$102.44
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$92.52
Resistance Level
$102.28
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.26
Wall Street Target
$138.38
(+45.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
5.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
13.9%
Profit Margin
9.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
14.3 vs 17.3
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$89.18
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$83.65
(-12%)
3-Year Target
$78.46
(-18%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→17)
$95.22
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 13.7%)
$196.59
(+107%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.3, Growth: 13.7%)
$139.64
(+47%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.1, Growth: 13.7%)
$118.69
(+25%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (16x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 16.45 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.66
Bull Case
$120.66
(+27%)
Analyst growth 17.8%, PE expands to 18.1
Base Case
$109.69
(+15%)
Market implied 17.8%, PE stable at 16.5
Bear Case
$63.30
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.0
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 14.3 to 17.3
Stabilization Target:
$115.38
(+21.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+21.4%
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Last updated: August 23, 2026 6:25 PM ET
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