CPK Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CPK - Chesapeake Utilities
$134.13
-3.45 (-2.51%)
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5d:
-0.72%
30d:
-0.36%
90d:
+5.6%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CPK is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 0.4% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CPK is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 0.4% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$203.04
Based on 9.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$126.07
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 18.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CPK is currently trading at $134.13, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $132.69 to $136.12. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 18.3) is in line with its historical norms (18.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.4% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CPK is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $131.55. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 44/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CPK is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $131.55. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 44/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$132.69 -
$136.12
Company Quality Score
48/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
68.6%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (44/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($146.90)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.4% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 48/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$132.69 -
$136.12
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$131.55
Resistance Level
$138.31
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
18.31
Wall Street Target
$146.90
(+9.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
2.9%
Profit Margin
15.1%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.4% premium
PE vs Historical
18.3 vs 18.1
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$134.67
(+0%)
2-Year Target
$135.21
(+1%)
3-Year Target
$135.75
(+1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18â18)
PE COMPRESSION
$134.21
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 13.9%)
$217.52
(+62%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 18.3, Growth: 13.9%)
$198.42
(+48%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.6, Growth: 13.9%)
$168.66
(+26%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (22x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 21.87 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.29
Bull Case
$176.28
(+31%)
Analyst growth 16.5%, PE expands to 24.1
Base Case
$160.25
(+20%)
Market implied 16.5%, PE stable at 21.9
Bear Case
$93.55
(-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 18.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: August 23, 2026 6:30 PM ET
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