CTSH Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CTSH - Cognizant Technology Solutions
$60.00
1.68 (2.88%)
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5d:
-7.18%
30d:
+3.09%
90d:
+17.23%
WAIT
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
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Signal fired Sep 4, 2026 at $62.31 · last confirmed Sep 9, 2026
Strength: 9.9/10
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CTSH is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -2.7% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CTSH is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -2.7% expected growth, valuation appears fair. 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
$91.63
Based on 7.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$56.90
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 10.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CTSH is currently trading at $60.00, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $57.29 to $62.91. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.5) is in line with its historical norms (10.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.7% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 3.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CTSH is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $57.89, while resistance sits at $65.42.
Market Sentiment: CTSH scores 15/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CTSH is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $57.89, while resistance sits at $65.42.
Market Sentiment: CTSH scores 15/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$57.29 -
$62.91
Company Quality Score
30/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
45.2%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (15/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($64.18)
- WARNING: Composite score 30/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$57.29 -
$62.91
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$57.89
Resistance Level
$65.42
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.49
Wall Street Target
$64.18
(+7.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
3.8%
Profit Margin
10.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.5 vs 10.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$58.38
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$56.80
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$55.27
(-8%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9â10)
$59.97
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 10.2%)
$170.48
(+184%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.5, Growth: 10.2%)
$80.24
(+34%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.1, Growth: 10.2%)
$68.20
(+14%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (13x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 12.52 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.66
Bull Case
$87.01
(+45%)
Analyst growth 35.6%, PE expands to 13.8
Base Case
$79.10
(+32%)
Market implied 35.6%, PE stable at 12.5
Bear Case
$39.66
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 10.6
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 9.5 to 10.3
Stabilization Target:
$65.10
(+8.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+8.5%
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Last updated: September 11, 2026 7:06 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
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Buys
3
Sells
Net
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