CWCO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CWCO - Consolidated Water Co Inc
$29.46
-0.03 (-0.10%)
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5d:
-5.67%
30d:
+0.55%
90d:
+1.45%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 10, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CWCO is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -0.4% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CWCO is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -0.4% expected growth, valuation appears fair. 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
$58.00
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$36.01
18.2% 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 21.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CWCO is currently trading at $29.46, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $29.07 to $30.69. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 21.7) is in line with its historical norms (21.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.4% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CWCO is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $29.08. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 43/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $43.00 (+46.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CWCO is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $29.08. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 43/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $43.00 (+46.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$29.07 -
$30.69
Company Quality Score
44/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (43/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 46.0% below Wall St target ($43.00)
- WARNING: Composite score 44/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$29.07 -
$30.69
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$29.08
Resistance Level
$33.66
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
21.66
Wall Street Target
$43.00
(+46.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-2.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-22.7%
Profit Margin
12.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
21.7 vs 21.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$29.34
(0%)
2-Year Target
$29.22
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$29.11
(-1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 22â22)
$29.43
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.7, Growth: 52.8%)
$99.43
(+238%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.1, Growth: 52.8%)
$92.12
(+213%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: 52.8%)
$78.30
(+166%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (29x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (22x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 29.20 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.01
Bull Case
$43.68
(+48%)
Analyst growth 34.7%, PE expands to 32.1
Base Case
$39.71
(+35%)
Market implied 34.7%, PE stable at 29.2
Bear Case
$20.05
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 24.8
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 21.7 to 21.9
Stabilization Target:
$29.78
(+1.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.1%
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Last updated: August 23, 2026 5:18 PM ET
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