Clearway Energy (CWEN) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CWEN - Clearway Energy, Inc. Class C Common Stock
$31.61
1.37 (4.53%)
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5d:
+6.75%
30d:
+3.13%
90d:
-5.84%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 09, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: CWEN shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: CWEN shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$79.72
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$49.50
36.1% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CWEN is currently trading at $31.61, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $29.43 to $30.66. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 19.3) compared to its historical average (29.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 12.9% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 296.6% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CWEN is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $31.85. 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 4.5% recently.
Market Sentiment: CWEN scores 62/100 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 $41.50 (+31.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CWEN is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $31.85. 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 4.5% recently.
Market Sentiment: CWEN scores 62/100 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 $41.50 (+31.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$29.43 -
$30.66
Company Quality Score
53/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
66.7%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (62/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.5%)
- BULLISH: Trading 31.3% below Wall St target ($41.50)
- WARNING: Composite score 53/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$29.43 -
$30.66
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$29.36
Resistance Level
$31.85
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
19.30
Wall Street Target
$41.50
(+31.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
22.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
296.6%
Profit Margin
6.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-12.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
19.3 vs 29.2
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Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-12.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$28.45
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$25.60
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$23.04
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 19→29)
$34.86
(+10%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 36.5%)
$82.63
(+161%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.3, Growth: 36.5%)
$80.32
(+154%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.4, Growth: 36.5%)
$68.27
(+116%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (39x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (19x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 39.27 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.77
Bull Case
$66.53
(+111%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 43.2
Base Case
$60.48
(+91%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 39.3
Bear Case
$20.56
(-35%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 33.4
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 19.3 to 29.2
Stabilization Target:
$47.82
(+51.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+51.3%
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