Cadence Design Systems (CDNS) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$323.01
-10.31 (-3.09%)
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5d:
+0.97%
30d:
-0.42%
90d:
-0.14%
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Earnings: Oct 26, 2026
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Updated Nov 13, 12:00 AM ET
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
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LOW Confidence (52%)
Quality Score
45/100
Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
30-Day Fair Range
$319.21 â $345.52
Position: SLIGHTLY LOW
Forward P/E & Valuation
32.8x
CHEAP
vs 40.1x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$411.76
+27.5% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$306.93 / $339.65
Trend: Downtrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
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âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CDNS is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -6.5% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$479.31
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$297.61
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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CDNS is currently trading at $323.01, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $319.21 to $345.52. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 32.8) compared to its historical average (40.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CDNS is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $306.93, while resistance sits at $339.65. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: CDNS scores 38/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $411.76 (+27.5%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CDNS is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $306.93, while resistance sits at $339.65. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: CDNS scores 38/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $411.76 (+27.5%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$319.21 -
$345.52
Company Quality Score
45/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
52.4%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$319.21 -
$345.52
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support Level
$306.93
Resistance Level
$339.65
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Nov 13, 2026
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View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (38/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.1%)
- BULLISH: Trading 27.5% below Wall St target ($411.76)
- WARNING: Composite score 44/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
32.81
Wall Street Target
$411.76
(+27.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
22.0%
Profit Margin
22.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
32.8 vs 40.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$302.01
(-7%)
2-Year Target
$282.38
(-13%)
3-Year Target
$264.03
(-18%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 33â40)
$322.71
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 32.8, Growth: 103.1%)
$1090.16
(+238%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 103.1%)
$659.91
(+104%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 103.1%)
$560.92
(+74%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (34x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (33x PE) as earnings recover.
Forward PE: 33.56 | Forward EPS (Implied): $9.63
Bull Case
$390.03
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 35.2
Base Case
$323.01
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 33.6
Bear Case
$247.10
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 30.2
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 32.8 to 40.1
Stabilization Target:
$394.80
(+22.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+22.2%
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