C3.ai (AI) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

AI - C3.ai, Inc.

SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE
$12.46
0.43 (3.57%) ▲
5d: +10.07%
30d: +15.8%
90d: +41.27%
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LOW Confidence
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Analysis Updated: Oct 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Dec 02, 2026
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Options positioning is turning defensive after a sharp run-up - a pattern consistent with institutional profit-taking. View Scanner →

Signal fired Oct 2, 2026 at $11.14 · last confirmed Oct 20, 2026

Strength: 7.5/10

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: AI is currently trading at $12.46, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $10.67 to $11.74.

Technical Outlook: Technically, AI is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $10.96, while resistance sits at $12.88. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.6% recently.

Market Sentiment: AI scores 25/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $8.90. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range $10.67 - $11.74
Company Quality Score 35/100 (SELL)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 15.8%

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All Signals

  • BEARISH: Price extended above range (+6.1% above its trading range)
  • BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.6%)
  • BEARISH: Trading 28.6% above Wall St target ($8.90)
  • WARNING: Composite score 35/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $10.67 - $11.74
Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $10.96
Resistance Level $12.88
Current Trend Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of Oct 23, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) -14.84
Wall Street Target $8.90 (-28.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) -25.5%
Profit Margin -192.1%
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Last updated: October 24, 2026 4:41 AM ET
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