CRH
CRH Public Limited Company
CEMENT, HYDRAULIC
CRH Public (CRH) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$97.73
+2.92 (+3.08%)
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5d:
+1.18%
30d:
+19.86%
90d:
-3.51%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
WAIT
LOW Confidence (29%)
Quality Score
32/100
Position
EXTENDED
30-Day Fair Range
$80.81 – $92.26
Position: EXTENDED
Forward P/E & Valuation
16.2x
FAIR
vs 16.4x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$121.18
+24.0% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$83.28 / $100.17
Trend: Strong Uptrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$149.08
Based on 8.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$92.57
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 16.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRH is currently trading at $97.73, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $80.81 to $92.26. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 16.2) is in line with its historical norms (16.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRH is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $100.17. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: CRH scores 0/100 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 $121.17 (+24.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRH is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $100.17. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: CRH scores 0/100 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 $121.17 (+24.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$80.81 -
$92.26
Company Quality Score
32/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
28.6%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$80.81 -
$92.26
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support Level
$83.28
Resistance Level
$100.17
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Nov 9, 2026
Quantitative Signal Breakdown
- BEARISH: Price extended above range (+5.9% above its trading range)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (0/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.1%)
- BULLISH: Trading 24.0% below Wall St target ($121.17)
- WARNING: Composite score 32/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.17
Wall Street Target
$121.18
(+24.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
3.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-15.8%
Profit Margin
9.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
16.2 vs 16.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$97.24
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$96.76
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$96.27
(-2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→16)
$97.66
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 13.1%)
$173.56
(+78%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.2, Growth: 13.1%)
$141.29
(+45%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.7, Growth: 13.1%)
$120.10
(+23%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 17.86 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.31
Bull Case
$118.72
(+22%)
Analyst growth 13.8%, PE expands to 19.6
Base Case
$107.93
(+10%)
Market implied 13.8%, PE stable at 17.9
Bear Case
$64.47
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 15.2
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 16.2 to 16.4
Stabilization Target:
$99.13
(+1.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.4%
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Last Tracked
Oct 27, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
Howard Hughes Holdings is set to join the S&P SmallCap 600 index, replacing Arcosa, following CRH plc's acquisition of Arcosa which closed on October 23.
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CRH's acquisition of Arcosa
Howard Hughes Holdings joining the S&P SmallCap 600
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