CRH Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRH - CRH Public Limited Company
$102.71
-2.00 (-1.91%)
▼
5d:
-4.53%
30d:
+2.73%
90d:
-12.88%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CRH appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -5.2% annual earnings decline despite 48% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CRH appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -5.2% annual earnings decline despite 48% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$183.88
Based on 8.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$114.17
10.0% 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 17.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRH is currently trading at $102.71, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $103.60 to $110.80. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 15.2) compared to its historical average (17.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 48.4% 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 $99.95. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $143.25 (+39.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRH is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $99.95. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $143.25 (+39.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$103.60 -
$110.80
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 39.5% below Wall St target ($143.25)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$103.60 -
$110.80
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$99.95
Resistance Level
$115.49
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 17, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.16
Wall Street Target
$143.25
(+39.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
48.4%
Profit Margin
9.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.2 vs 17.8
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$97.37
(-5%)
2-Year Target
$92.31
(-10%)
3-Year Target
$87.51
(-15%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→18)
$102.78
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 13.7%)
$217.24
(+112%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.2, Growth: 13.7%)
$151.16
(+47%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.9, Growth: 13.7%)
$128.49
(+25%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (19x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.08 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.47
Bull Case
$142.23
(+36%)
Analyst growth 23.9%, PE expands to 21.0
Base Case
$129.30
(+24%)
Market implied 23.9%, PE stable at 19.1
Bear Case
$70.96
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 16.2
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 15.2 to 17.8
Stabilization Target:
$120.63
(+17.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+17.5%
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Last updated: July 13, 2026 5:46 PM ET
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