CCI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CCI - Crown Castle Inc.
$75.51
0.12 (0.16%)
▲
5d:
-0.62%
30d:
+1.26%
90d:
-17.96%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 21, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CCI shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CCI shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$141.50
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$87.86
14.1% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CCI is currently trading at $75.51, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $74.25 to $78.08. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 26.0) is in line with its historical norms (28.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CCI is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $73.29. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CCI 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $95.47 (+26.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CCI is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $73.29. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CCI 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $95.47 (+26.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$74.25 -
$78.08
Company Quality Score
60/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
83.3%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (74/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 26.4% below Wall St target ($95.47)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 74/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$74.25 -
$78.08
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$73.29
Resistance Level
$76.50
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
25.98
Wall Street Target
$95.47
(+26.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-4.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-67.5%
Profit Margin
20.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
26.0 vs 28.1
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$73.62
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$71.78
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$69.99
(-7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 26→28)
$75.70
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 26.0, Growth: 26.8%)
$153.80
(+104%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.1, Growth: 26.8%)
$118.82
(+57%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: 26.8%)
$100.99
(+34%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (30x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (26x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 30.22 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.47
Bull Case
$96.63
(+28%)
Analyst growth 17.7%, PE expands to 33.2
Base Case
$87.84
(+16%)
Market implied 17.7%, PE stable at 30.2
Bear Case
$50.76
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 25.7
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 26.0 to 28.1
Stabilization Target:
$81.67
(+8.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+8.2%
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Last updated: August 23, 2026 8:12 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
3
Sells
Net
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