CarGurus (CARG) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CARG - CarGurus, Inc. Class A Common Stock
$34.43
1.13 (3.38%)
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5d:
+0.57%
30d:
-6.66%
90d:
+24.37%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CARG is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -1.7% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CARG is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -1.7% 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
$56.77
Based on 9.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$35.25
2.3% 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 12.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CARG is currently trading at $34.42, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $34.38 to $37.51. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 11.4) is in line with its historical norms (12.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.7% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 141.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CARG is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $32.15, while resistance sits at $37.43. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 50/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $41.38 (+20.2%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CARG is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $32.15, while resistance sits at $37.43. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 50/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $41.38 (+20.2%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$34.38 -
$37.51
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
87.3%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (50/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.4%)
- BULLISH: Trading 20.2% below Wall St target ($41.38)
- WARNING: Composite score 51/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$34.38 -
$37.51
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
Âą$2.15
(6.3%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$32.15
Resistance Level
$37.43
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
11.44
Wall Street Target
$41.38
(+20.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
13.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
141.0%
Profit Margin
18.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
11.4 vs 12.1
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$33.84
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$33.26
(-3%)
3-Year Target
$32.70
(-5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11â12)
$34.59
(+1%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 14.7%)
$91.58
(+166%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 11.4, Growth: 14.7%)
$51.93
(+51%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.7, Growth: 14.7%)
$44.14
(+28%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (11x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 17.51 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.94
Bull Case
$57.97
(+68%)
Analyst growth 55.1%, PE expands to 19.3
Base Case
$52.70
(+53%)
Market implied 55.1%, PE stable at 17.5
Bear Case
$23.10
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 11.4 to 12.1
Stabilization Target:
$36.42
(+5.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+5.8%
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Last updated: September 12, 2026 1:23 AM ET
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