CWEN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CWEN - Clearway Energy, Inc. Class C Common Stock
$32.56
-0.08 (-0.25%)
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5d:
-4.63%
30d:
-3.01%
90d:
-14.68%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CWEN is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -21.0% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CWEN is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -21.0% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. 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
$100.49
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$62.40
47.8% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CWEN is currently trading at $32.56, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $31.95 to $34.06. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 15.8) compared to its historical average (31.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 21.0% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 296.6% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CWEN is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $32.07. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 50/100 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 $43.50 (+33.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CWEN is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $32.07. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 50/100 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 $43.50 (+33.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$31.95 -
$34.06
Company Quality Score
43/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
72.4%
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- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (50/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 33.6% below Wall St target ($43.50)
- WARNING: Composite score 43/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$31.95 -
$34.06
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$32.07
Resistance Level
$35.08
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.77
Wall Street Target
$43.50
(+33.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
22.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
296.6%
Profit Margin
6.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-21.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.8 vs 31.9
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-21.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$29.30
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$26.37
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$23.74
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16â32)
$48.00
(+47%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 168.1%)
$139.82
(+329%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.8, Growth: 168.1%)
$109.89
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.4, Growth: 168.1%)
$93.41
(+187%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (39x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 39.33 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.83
Bull Case
$71.81
(+121%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 43.3
Base Case
$65.28
(+101%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 39.3
Bear Case
$22.20
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 33.4
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 15.8 to 31.9
Stabilization Target:
$65.85
(+102.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+102.2%
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Last updated: August 22, 2026 8:30 PM ET
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