CAC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CAC - Camden National Corporation
$50.38
1.92 (3.96%)
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5d:
+1.25%
30d:
+3.17%
90d:
+9.26%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 4, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CAC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.8% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CAC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.8% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$64.94
Based on 6.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$40.32
Trading above historical range
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 8.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CAC is currently trading at $50.38, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $48.00 to $49.94. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 8.7) is in line with its historical norms (8.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.8% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CAC is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $51.05. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: CAC has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CAC is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $51.05. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: CAC has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$48.00 -
$49.94
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
62.9%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.0%)
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($52.75)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.8% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$48.00 -
$49.94
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$48.33
Resistance Level
$51.05
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 4, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.65
Wall Street Target
$52.75
(+4.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
26.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
200.0%
Profit Margin
32.3%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.8% premium
PE vs Historical
8.7 vs 8.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$51.29
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$52.21
(+4%)
3-Year Target
$53.15
(+6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→8)
PE COMPRESSION
$50.39
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.9, Growth: 8.7%)
$163.81
(+225%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.6, Growth: 8.7%)
$64.66
(+28%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.4, Growth: 8.7%)
$54.96
(+9%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (10x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 10.31 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.70
Bull Case
$66.07
(+31%)
Analyst growth 23.9%, PE expands to 11.3
Base Case
$60.06
(+19%)
Market implied 23.9%, PE stable at 10.3
Bear Case
$32.95
(-35%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 8.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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