CNR
Core Natural Resources, Inc.
BITUMINOUS COAL & LIGNITE MINING
Core Natural Resources (CNR) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$83.67
+0.48 (+0.58%)
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5d:
+4.3%
30d:
-8.6%
90d:
-10.5%
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Earnings: Nov 05, 2026
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QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
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LOW Confidence (86%)
Quality Score
52/100
Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
30-Day Fair Range
$82.98 â $91.14
Position: SLIGHTLY LOW
Forward P/E & Valuation
14.1x
STRETCHED
vs 12.1x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$110.50
+32.1% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$73.31 / $88.96
Trend: Uptrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
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âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CNR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 5.2% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
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Signal fired Oct 30, 2026 at $86.93 · last confirmed Nov 6, 2026
Strength: 6.7/10
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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
$136.46
Based on 13.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$84.73
1.3% 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 12.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CNR is currently trading at $83.67, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $82.98 to $91.14. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 14.1) compared to its historical average (12.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 5.2% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CNR is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $73.31, while resistance sits at $88.96.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 54/100 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 $110.50 (+32.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CNR is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $73.31, while resistance sits at $88.96.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 54/100 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 $110.50 (+32.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$82.98 -
$91.14
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
86.2%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$82.98 -
$91.14
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
Âą$4.64
(5.5%)
Support Level
$73.31
Resistance Level
$88.96
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
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View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (54/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 32.1% below Wall St target ($110.50)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 5.2% growth with 14.2% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 52/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.09
Wall Street Target
$110.50
(+32.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
14.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-70.5%
Profit Margin
1.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+5.2% premium
PE vs Historical
14.1 vs 12.1
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+5.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$88.02
(+5%)
2-Year Target
$92.60
(+11%)
3-Year Target
$97.41
(+16%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14â12)
PE COMPRESSION
$83.67
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 23.8%)
$223.62
(+167%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.1, Growth: 23.8%)
$158.63
(+90%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.0, Growth: 23.8%)
$134.84
(+61%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Forward PE: 8.87 | Forward EPS (Implied): $9.43
Bull Case
$101.03
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 9.3
Base Case
$83.67
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 8.9
Bear Case
$64.01
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 8.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Bearish
2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bearish
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1 msgs
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Last Tracked
Jul 27, 2026
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