CRM Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRM - Salesforce, Inc.
$169.76
6.44 (3.94%)
▲
5d:
+2.48%
30d:
-0.68%
90d:
+2.91%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Sep 02, 2026
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Strength: 8.5/10
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4 traders called CRM this week
25% bullish • 3 bearish
25% bullish • 3 bearish
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CRM appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -7.3% annual earnings decline despite 52% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CRM appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -7.3% annual earnings decline despite 52% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$296.03
Based on 7.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$183.81
7.6% 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 15.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRM is currently trading at $169.76, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $154.32 to $174.69. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 12.4) compared to its historical average (15.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 7.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 52.2% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRM is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $172.76. 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 3.9% recently.
Market Sentiment: CRM has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $245.60 (+50.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRM is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $172.76. 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 3.9% recently.
Market Sentiment: CRM has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $245.60 (+50.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$154.32 -
$174.69
Company Quality Score
65/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
81.0%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.9%)
- BULLISH: Trading 50.4% below Wall St target ($245.60)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$154.32 -
$174.69
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$154.07
Resistance Level
$172.76
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jul 13, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.45
Wall Street Target
$245.60
(+50.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
13.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
52.2%
Profit Margin
18.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-7.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
12.5 vs 15.6
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-7.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$151.40
(-7%)
2-Year Target
$140.35
(-14%)
3-Year Target
$130.10
(-20%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→16)
$162.98
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 11.4%)
$395.11
(+142%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.5, Growth: 11.4%)
$225.91
(+38%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.6, Growth: 11.4%)
$192.02
(+18%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (19x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.30 | Current EPS (TTM): $8.42
Bull Case
$278.42
(+71%)
Analyst growth 55.8%, PE expands to 21.2
Base Case
$253.11
(+55%)
Market implied 55.8%, PE stable at 19.3
Bear Case
$110.50
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 16.4
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 12.5 to 15.6
Stabilization Target:
$204.59
(+25.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+25.3%
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8
Buys
10
Sells
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