CFR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CFR - Cullen/Frost Bankers Inc.
$149.98
0.59 (0.39%)
▲
5d:
+3.41%
30d:
+7.89%
90d:
+12.26%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CFR is fairly valued with market pricing in 1.2% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
📊 HOLD: CFR is fairly valued with market pricing in 1.2% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$175.52
Based on 3.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$108.98
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 13.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CFR is currently trading at $149.98, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $136.04 to $145.78. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 13.6) is in line with its historical norms (13.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.2% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CFR is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $150.28. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: CFR has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CFR is showing sideways momentum. The price is approaching resistance at $150.28. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: CFR has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$136.04 -
$145.78
Company Quality Score
63/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
58.1%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($150.47)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.2% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$136.04 -
$145.78
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$139.20
Resistance Level
$150.28
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Jun 23, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.62
Wall Street Target
$150.47
(+0.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
15.2%
Profit Margin
30.0%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.2% premium
PE vs Historical
13.6 vs 13.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$151.78
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$153.60
(+2%)
3-Year Target
$155.44
(+4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→13)
PE COMPRESSION
$150.61
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 3.7%)
$267.10
(+78%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.6, Growth: 3.7%)
$167.08
(+11%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.6, Growth: 3.7%)
$142.02
(-5%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (15x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 14.56 | Current EPS (TTM): $10.26
Bull Case
$176.32
(+18%)
Analyst growth 7.3%, PE expands to 16.0
Base Case
$160.29
(+7%)
Market implied 7.3%, PE stable at 14.6
Bear Case
$101.58
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 12.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: June 23, 2026 6:27 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
1
Sells
Net
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