CRH Public (CRH) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRH - CRH Public Limited Company
$94.26
2.22 (2.41%)
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5d:
-1.67%
30d:
-3.48%
90d:
-10.28%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 4, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CRH trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -6.1% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CRH trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -6.1% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$173.05
Based on 8.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$107.45
12.3% 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 17.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRH is currently trading at $94.26, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $93.74 to $99.89. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 14.2) compared to its historical average (17.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.1% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 13.9% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRH is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $90.21, while resistance sits at $98.19.
Market Sentiment: CRH scores 71/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $138.32 (+46.7%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRH is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $90.21, while resistance sits at $98.19.
Market Sentiment: CRH scores 71/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $138.32 (+46.7%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$93.74 -
$99.89
Company Quality Score
65/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
90.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (71/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 46.7% below Wall St target ($138.32)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 71/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$93.74 -
$99.89
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$90.21
Resistance Level
$98.19
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 4, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.17
Wall Street Target
$138.32
(+46.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
5.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
13.9%
Profit Margin
9.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
14.2 vs 17.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$88.51
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$83.11
(-12%)
3-Year Target
$78.04
(-17%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→17)
$94.20
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 13.6%)
$197.54
(+110%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.2, Growth: 13.6%)
$138.33
(+47%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.0, Growth: 13.6%)
$117.58
(+25%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (16x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 16.38 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.62
Bull Case
$119.87
(+27%)
Analyst growth 18.4%, PE expands to 18.0
Base Case
$108.97
(+16%)
Market implied 18.4%, PE stable at 16.4
Bear Case
$62.59
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 14.2 to 17.1
Stabilization Target:
$113.78
(+20.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+20.7%
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