Camden National (CAC) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CAC - Camden National Corporation
$57.43
1.02 (1.82%)
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5d:
+2.79%
30d:
+1.92%
90d:
+5.13%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 27, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CAC shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly high pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CAC shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly high pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$65.54
Based on 5.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$40.69
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 8.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CAC is currently trading at $57.43, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $55.89 to $57.49. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 9.8) compared to its historical average (8.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.7% 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 $57.62. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: CAC scores 74/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. 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 $57.62. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: CAC scores 74/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$55.89 -
$57.49
Company Quality Score
68/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
72.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (74/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($59.60)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 3.7% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 74/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$55.89 -
$57.49
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$54.52
Resistance Level
$57.62
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.83
Wall Street Target
$59.60
(+5.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
20.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
62.7%
Profit Margin
34.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.7% premium
PE vs Historical
9.8 vs 8.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$58.49
(+4%)
2-Year Target
$60.66
(+8%)
3-Year Target
$62.90
(+12%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→9)
PE COMPRESSION
$56.33
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 6.7%)
$138.45
(+145%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.8, Growth: 6.7%)
$68.50
(+21%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.4, Growth: 6.7%)
$58.23
(+3%)
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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: 10.89 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.22
Bull Case
$68.79
(+22%)
Analyst growth 10.0%, PE expands to 12.0
Base Case
$62.54
(+11%)
Market implied 10.0%, PE stable at 10.9
Bear Case
$38.67
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.3
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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