CIM Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CIM - Chimera Investment Corp.
$12.90
-0.23 (-1.75%)
▼
5d:
-1.9%
30d:
-2.42%
90d:
-3.44%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
22d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CIM shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CIM shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$15.61
Based on 3.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$9.69
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 6.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CIM is currently trading at $12.90, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $13.08 to $13.47. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 5.9) is in line with its historical norms (6.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.7% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CIM is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $12.93. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CIM has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $14.83 (+15.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CIM is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $12.93. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CIM has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $14.83 (+15.0%). 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
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$13.08 -
$13.47
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
54.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($14.83)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$13.08 -
$13.47
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$12.93
Resistance Level
$13.71
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Jul 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
5.90
Wall Street Target
$14.83
(+15.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-76.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-58.5%
Profit Margin
9.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
5.9 vs 6.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$12.81
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$12.72
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$12.63
(-2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 6→6)
$12.84
(-1%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 3.1%)
$52.10
(+304%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 5.9, Growth: 3.1%)
$14.12
(+10%)
Bear:
(PE: 5.0, Growth: 3.1%)
$12.00
(-7%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 5.9 to 6.0
Stabilization Target:
$13.11
(+1.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.6%
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