SUNCOKE ENERGY (SXC) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
SXC - SUNCOKE ENERGY INC
$10.02
-0.11 (-1.09%)
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5d:
-1.67%
30d:
+6.14%
90d:
+6.03%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 03, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: SXC is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 23.3% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: SXC is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 23.3% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. 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
$4.65
Based on -2.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$2.89
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 18.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: SXC is currently trading at $10.02, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $9.39 to $10.20. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 34.5) compared to its historical average (18.5). At these levels, the market is pricing in 23.3% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SXC is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $9.89. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: SXC scores 27/100 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, SXC is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $9.89. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: SXC scores 27/100 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
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$9.39 -
$10.20
Company Quality Score
33/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
35.7%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (27/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading above Wall St target ($9.50)
- NEUTRAL: PE elevated vs history but 23.3% growth expectation is conservative given 650% recent growth
- WARNING: Composite score 32/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$9.39 -
$10.20
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$9.89
Resistance Level
$10.68
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
34.55
Wall Street Target
$9.50
(-5.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
650.0%
Profit Margin
-2.9%
Valuation Premium vs History
+23.3% premium
PE vs Historical
34.6 vs 18.5
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+23.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$12.35
(+23%)
2-Year Target
$15.23
(+52%)
3-Year Target
$18.78
(+88%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 35â19)
PE COMPRESSION
$10.06
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 34.6, Growth: -9.4%)
$7.46
(+-26%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.2, Growth: -9.4%)
$4.35
(-57%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: -9.4%)
$3.70
(-63%)
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