CMI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CMI - Cummins Inc.
$631.61
-6.24 (-0.98%)
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5d:
-1.92%
30d:
-5.18%
90d:
-10.99%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 04, 2026
0d
Smart Money Distribution
Options positioning is turning defensive after a sharp run-up - a pattern consistent with institutional profit-taking. View Scanner →
Signal fired Aug 7, 2026 at $644.26 · last confirmed Aug 7, 2026
Strength: 3.5/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CMI shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CMI 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
$1122.94
Based on 10.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$697.26
9.4% 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 20.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CMI is currently trading at $631.61, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $634.34 to $668.19. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 18.6) is in line with its historical norms (20.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.6% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 4.7% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CMI is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $577.72, while resistance sits at $661.01.
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 $756.52 (+19.8%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CMI is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $577.72, while resistance sits at $661.01.
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 $756.52 (+19.8%). 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
$634.34 -
$668.19
Company Quality Score
63/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
81.5%
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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: Trading below Wall St target ($756.52)
- NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (50/100) — watch for confirmation
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$634.34 -
$668.19
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$29.84
(4.7%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$577.72
Resistance Level
$661.01
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 13, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
18.64
Wall Street Target
$756.52
(+19.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
4.7%
Profit Margin
7.8%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
18.6 vs 20.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$615.19
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$599.19
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$583.61
(-8%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 19→20)
$632.56
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 17.0%)
$1098.08
(+74%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 18.6, Growth: 17.0%)
$1011.60
(+60%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.8, Growth: 17.0%)
$859.86
(+36%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (32x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (19x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 32.36 | Current EPS (TTM): $19.71
Bull Case
$1206.43
(+91%)
Analyst growth 71.9%, PE expands to 35.6
Base Case
$1096.75
(+74%)
Market implied 71.9%, PE stable at 32.4
Bear Case
$433.74
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 27.5
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 18.6 to 20.2
Stabilization Target:
$684.59
(+8.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+8.4%
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Last updated: August 13, 2026 9:58 PM ET
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0
Buys
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Sells
Net
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