CXT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CXT - Crane NXT, Co.
$36.16
-0.30 (-0.82%)
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5d:
-7.47%
30d:
-18.72%
90d:
-25.54%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 3, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CXT shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CXT shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$70.13
Based on 8.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$43.55
17.0% 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 10.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CXT is currently trading at $36.16, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $38.33 to $44.34. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 7.6) compared to its historical average (10.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 8.9% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CXT is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $35.70. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CXT has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $66.83 (+84.8%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CXT is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $35.70. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CXT has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $66.83 (+84.8%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$38.33 -
$44.34
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 84.8% below Wall St target ($66.83)
- CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-7.5%) - monitor closely
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$38.33 -
$44.34
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$35.71
Resistance Level
$42.13
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 3, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
7.62
Wall Street Target
$66.83
(+84.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
17.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-71.0%
Profit Margin
7.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-8.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
7.6 vs 10.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-8.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$32.94
(-9%)
2-Year Target
$30.01
(-17%)
3-Year Target
$27.34
(-24%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8→10)
$36.23
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.9, Growth: 11.9%)
$145.62
(+303%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 7.6, Growth: 11.9%)
$50.65
(+40%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.5, Growth: 11.9%)
$43.05
(+19%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (18x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (8x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 17.52 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.23
Bull Case
$85.98
(+114%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 19.3
Base Case
$78.16
(+95%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 17.5
Bear Case
$26.57
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.9
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 7.6 to 10.1
Stabilization Target:
$47.92
(+32.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+32.5%
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