CRH Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CRH - CRH Public Limited Company
$99.87
1.85 (1.89%)
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5d:
-2.96%
30d:
-10.85%
90d:
-14.76%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 24, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
3d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CRH shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CRH 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
$181.41
Based on 8.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$112.64
11.3% 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 17.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CRH is currently trading at $99.87, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $101.79 to $110.57. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 14.7) compared to its historical average (17.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.8% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 48.4% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRH is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $97.28. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CRH 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 $142.61 (+42.8%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CRH is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $97.28. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CRH 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 $142.61 (+42.8%). 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
$101.79 -
$110.57
Company Quality Score
55/100
(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 42.8% below Wall St target ($142.61)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$101.79 -
$110.57
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$97.28
Resistance Level
$106.22
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jul 24, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.74
Wall Street Target
$142.61
(+42.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
48.4%
Profit Margin
9.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
14.7 vs 17.6
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$94.08
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$88.62
(-11%)
3-Year Target
$83.48
(-16%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→18)
$99.70
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.8, Growth: 13.6%)
$206.71
(+107%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.7, Growth: 13.6%)
$146.38
(+47%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.5, Growth: 13.6%)
$124.42
(+25%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (19x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 18.56 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.28
Bull Case
$138.40
(+39%)
Analyst growth 28.4%, PE expands to 20.4
Base Case
$125.81
(+26%)
Market implied 28.4%, PE stable at 18.6
Bear Case
$66.65
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 15.8
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 14.7 to 17.6
Stabilization Target:
$119.28
(+19.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+19.4%
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Last updated: July 25, 2026 9:41 PM ET
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