Core Natural Resources (CNR) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CNR - Core Natural Resources, Inc.
$88.35
0.80 (0.91%)
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5d:
-0.73%
30d:
-4.12%
90d:
+6.19%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 05, 2026
12d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CNR shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CNR 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
$160.26
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$99.51
11.2% 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 $88.35, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $87.63 to $92.60. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 13.0) is in line with its historical norms (12.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.5% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CNR is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $86.52. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 55/100 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 $109.50 (+23.9%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CNR is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $86.52. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 55/100 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 $109.50 (+23.9%). 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
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$87.63 -
$92.60
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
86.2%
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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 (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 23.9% below Wall St target ($109.50)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 2.5% growth with 3.5% revenue growth
- NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (55/100) — watch for confirmation
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$87.63 -
$92.60
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$5.37
(6.1%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$86.52
Resistance Level
$92.35
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.99
Wall Street Target
$109.50
(+23.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-81.1%
Profit Margin
2.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.5% premium
PE vs Historical
13.0 vs 12.1
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$90.56
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$92.82
(+5%)
3-Year Target
$95.14
(+8%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13→12)
PE COMPRESSION
$88.62
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 40.9%)
$378.22
(+328%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.0, Growth: 40.9%)
$247.39
(+180%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.0, Growth: 40.9%)
$210.28
(+138%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (44x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 44.22 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.98
Bull Case
$192.61
(+118%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 48.6
Base Case
$175.10
(+98%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 44.2
Bear Case
$59.53
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 37.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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