Cooper-Standard Automotive (CPS) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CPS - Cooper-Standard Automotive Inc.
$20.36
0.57 (2.88%)
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5d:
-5.21%
30d:
-11.52%
90d:
-28.34%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: CPS shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: CPS shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$83.21
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$51.66
60.6% 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 8.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CPS is currently trading at $20.36, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $20.75 to $22.84. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 3.9) compared to its historical average (8.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 21.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CPS is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $19.22, while resistance sits at $21.92.
Market Sentiment: CPS scores 27/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $34.00 (+67.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CPS is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $19.22, while resistance sits at $21.92.
Market Sentiment: CPS scores 27/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $34.00 (+67.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$20.75 -
$22.84
Company Quality Score
39/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (27/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 67.0% below Wall St target ($34.00)
- WARNING: Composite score 39/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$20.75 -
$22.84
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$19.22
Resistance Level
$21.92
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
3.86
Wall Street Target
$34.00
(+67.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
2.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-91.9%
Profit Margin
-2.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-21.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
3.9 vs 8.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-21.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$18.32
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$16.49
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$14.84
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 4→8)
$31.15
(+53%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 115.7%)
$353.57
(+1637%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 3.9, Growth: 115.7%)
$68.71
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 3.3, Growth: 115.7%)
$58.41
(+187%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 3.9 to 8.1
Stabilization Target:
$42.73
(+109.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+109.9%
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Last updated: October 22, 2026 5:24 PM ET
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