Cooper-Standard Automotive (CPS) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CPS - Cooper-Standard Automotive Inc.
$22.37
0.50 (2.29%)
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5d:
-1.45%
30d:
-13.13%
90d:
-20.08%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CPS is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -16.5% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CPS is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -16.5% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. 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
$73.02
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$45.34
50.7% 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 8.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CPS is currently trading at $22.37, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $22.24 to $26.09. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 4.8) compared to its historical average (8.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 16.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CPS is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $20.25, while resistance sits at $24.37.
Market Sentiment: CPS scores 33/100 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 $43.00 (+96.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CPS is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $20.25, while resistance sits at $24.37.
Market Sentiment: CPS scores 33/100 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 $43.00 (+96.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$22.24 -
$26.09
Company Quality Score
35/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (33/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 96.6% below Wall St target ($43.00)
- WARNING: Composite score 35/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$22.24 -
$26.09
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$20.25
Resistance Level
$24.37
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 1, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
4.84
Wall Street Target
$43.00
(+96.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
2.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-91.9%
Profit Margin
-2.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-16.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
4.8 vs 8.3
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-16.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$19.68
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$17.71
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$15.94
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 5â8)
$27.34
(+25%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 98.3%)
$311.06
(+1322%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 4.8, Growth: 98.3%)
$73.81
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 4.1, Growth: 98.3%)
$62.74
(+187%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 4.8 to 8.3
Stabilization Target:
$37.50
(+71.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+71.5%
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