CAL Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CAL - Caleres Inc
$13.62
0.73 (5.66%)
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5d:
+1.87%
30d:
+16.61%
90d:
+3.5%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Sep 10, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CAL is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 5.9% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CAL is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 5.9% 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
$22.40
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$13.91
2.1% 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 7.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CAL is currently trading at $13.62, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $12.28 to $14.07. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 9.0) compared to its historical average (7.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 5.9% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CAL is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $12.71, while resistance sits at $14.93. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 5.7% recently.
Market Sentiment: CAL scores 30/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $17.00 (+24.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CAL is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $12.71, while resistance sits at $14.93. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 5.7% recently.
Market Sentiment: CAL scores 30/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $17.00 (+24.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$12.28 -
$14.07
Company Quality Score
42/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
54.8%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (30/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+5.7%)
- BULLISH: Trading 24.8% below Wall St target ($17.00)
- NEUTRAL: PE elevated vs history but 5.9% growth expectation is conservative given 104% recent growth
- WARNING: Composite score 42/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$12.28 -
$14.07
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$12.71
Resistance Level
$14.93
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.00
Wall Street Target
$17.00
(+24.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
103.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+5.9% premium
PE vs Historical
9.0 vs 7.6
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+5.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$14.42
(+6%)
2-Year Target
$15.27
(+12%)
3-Year Target
$16.18
(+19%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9â8)
PE COMPRESSION
$13.66
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 185.5%)
$102.51
(+653%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.0, Growth: 185.5%)
$45.97
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.6, Growth: 185.5%)
$38.82
(+185%)
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