CRH Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRH - CRH Public Limited Company
$98.02
3.01 (3.17%)
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5d:
-4.71%
30d:
-8.84%
90d:
-15.1%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CRH shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 7.3% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CRH shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 7.3% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$185.08
Based on 9.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$114.92
14.7% 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 17.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRH is currently trading at $98.02, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $98.96 to $107.77. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 14.0) compared to its historical average (17.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 7.3% 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. Immediate support is located at $94.11, while resistance sits at $104.28. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: CRH has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $142.97 (+50.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRH is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $94.11, while resistance sits at $104.28. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: CRH has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $142.97 (+50.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$98.96 -
$107.77
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
61.9%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.2%)
- BULLISH: Trading 50.5% below Wall St target ($142.97)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$98.96 -
$107.77
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$94.12
Resistance Level
$104.28
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 3, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.97
Wall Street Target
$142.97
(+50.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
48.4%
Profit Margin
9.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-7.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
14.0 vs 17.5
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-7.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$88.07
(-7%)
2-Year Target
$81.64
(-14%)
3-Year Target
$75.68
(-20%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→18)
$94.79
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: 14.6%)
$212.42
(+124%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.0, Growth: 14.6%)
$143.18
(+51%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.9, Growth: 14.6%)
$121.70
(+28%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (19x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 18.50 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.19
Bull Case
$138.35
(+46%)
Analyst growth 31.0%, PE expands to 20.4
Base Case
$125.78
(+32%)
Market implied 31.0%, PE stable at 18.5
Bear Case
$65.28
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 15.7
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 14.0 to 17.5
Stabilization Target:
$119.00
(+25.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+25.2%
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Last updated: August 03, 2026 3:10 PM ET
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