CRNC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRNC - Cerence Inc. Common Stock
$8.17
-0.31 (-3.60%)
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5d:
-5.5%
30d:
-11.35%
90d:
-11.06%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 19, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CRNC shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CRNC 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
$13.50
Based on 5.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$8.38
2.6% 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 13.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRNC is currently trading at $8.16, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $8.27 to $9.50. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 10.8) compared to its historical average (13.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.3% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRNC is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $8.05. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.6% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 50/100 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 $10.75 (+26.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRNC is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $8.05. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.6% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 50/100 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 $10.75 (+26.9%). 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
$8.27 -
$9.50
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
74.8%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (50/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.6%)
- BULLISH: Trading 26.9% below Wall St target ($10.75)
- NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (50/100) — watch for confirmation
- CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-5.5%) - monitor closely
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$8.27 -
$9.50
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$8.05
Resistance Level
$9.34
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 19, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.79
Wall Street Target
$10.75
(+26.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
11.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-92.0%
Profit Margin
-5.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
10.8 vs 13.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$7.94
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$7.44
(-12%)
3-Year Target
$6.97
(-18%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11→13)
$8.46
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 7.2%)
$19.43
(+129%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.8, Growth: 7.2%)
$10.42
(+23%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.2, Growth: 7.2%)
$8.86
(+5%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 10.8 to 13.1
Stabilization Target:
$10.28
(+21.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+21.4%
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Last updated: August 19, 2026 3:22 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
0
Sells
0
Net
NEUTRAL
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