Is COUR stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, COUR is currently a WAIT with low confidence. 📊 MIXED SIGNALS: COUR shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

What is the fair value of COUR stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for COUR to be between $5.44 and $5.89. The current price is $6.00.

What is the analyst price target for COUR?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for COUR is $8.17. This implies a potential upside of 36.1% from current levels.

COUR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

COUR - Coursera, Inc.

SERVICES-PREPACKAGED SOFTWARE

$6.00

0.15 (2.56%) ▲

5d: +3.81%

30d: +11.52%

90d: +14.5%

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LOW Confidence

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Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Jul 29, 2026 0d

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Signal fired Aug 7, 2026 at $5.80 · last confirmed Aug 17, 2026

Strength: 8.0/10

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📊 MIXED SIGNALS: COUR shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 25.0%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$18.11

Based on 14.5% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$11.25

46.6% 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 11.3x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: COUR is currently trading at $6.00, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $5.44 to $5.89. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 7.3) compared to its historical average (11.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 13.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.

Technical Outlook: Technically, COUR is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $6.11. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.

Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 56/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $8.17 (+36.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position EXTENDED

Historical Trading Range $5.44 - $5.89

Company Quality Score 51/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 51.0%

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All Signals

BEARISH: Price extended above range
NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (56/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BULLISH: Trading 36.1% below Wall St target ($8.17)
WARNING: Composite score 51/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $5.44 - $5.89

Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $5.50

Resistance Level $6.11

Current Trend Strong Uptrend

Technical data as of Aug 21, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 7.29

Wall Street Target $8.17 (+36.1%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 59.6%

Profit Margin -15.4%

Valuation Discount vs History -13.5% cheaper

PE vs Historical 7.3 vs 11.3 CHEAP

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -13.5% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $5.40 (-10%)

2-Year Target $4.86 (-19%)

3-Year Target $4.37 (-27%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 7→11) $6.78 (+13%)

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 20.1, Growth: 30.1%) $36.41 (+507%)

Base: (SPY PE: 7.3, Growth: 30.1%) $13.22 (+120%)

Bear: (PE: 6.2, Growth: 30.1%) $11.24 (+87%)

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 7.3 to 11.3

Stabilization Target: $9.30 (+55.0%)

PE Expansion Potential: +55.0%

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