CAC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CAC - Camden National Corporation
$56.67
0.17 (0.30%)
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5d:
-3.57%
30d:
+5.73%
90d:
+14.67%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CAC is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 4.5% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CAC is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 4.5% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$65.79
Based on 5.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$40.85
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 8.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CAC is currently trading at $56.67, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $54.83 to $58.84. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 9.8) compared to its historical average (8.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 4.5% 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 strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $55.48. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CAC scores 34/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CAC is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $55.48. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CAC scores 34/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$54.83 -
$58.84
Company Quality Score
44/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
46.2%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (34/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($59.50)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 4.5% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 44/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$54.83 -
$58.84
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$55.49
Resistance Level
$59.55
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.77
Wall Street Target
$59.50
(+5.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
20.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
62.7%
Profit Margin
34.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+4.5% premium
PE vs Historical
9.8 vs 8.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+4.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$59.22
(+5%)
2-Year Target
$61.89
(+9%)
3-Year Target
$64.67
(+14%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10â9)
PE COMPRESSION
$56.92
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 7.4%)
$144.24
(+155%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.8, Growth: 7.4%)
$70.22
(+24%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.3, Growth: 7.4%)
$59.69
(+5%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (11x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 10.84 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.21
Bull Case
$69.19
(+22%)
Analyst growth 11.3%, PE expands to 11.9
Base Case
$62.90
(+11%)
Market implied 11.3%, PE stable at 10.8
Bear Case
$38.42
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: August 22, 2026 6:58 PM ET
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