CXT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CXT - Crane NXT, Co.
$50.20
0.74 (1.50%)
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5d:
-2.83%
30d:
-3.55%
90d:
+25.31%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CXT is fairly valued with market pricing in 1.7% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
📊 HOLD: CXT is fairly valued with market pricing in 1.7% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$66.09
Based on 6.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$41.03
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 10.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CXT is currently trading at $50.20, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $50.18 to $53.43. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 10.7) is in line with its historical norms (10.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.7% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CXT is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $47.58, while resistance sits at $53.69.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 48/100 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 $70.17 (+39.8%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CXT is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $47.58, while resistance sits at $53.69.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 48/100 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 $70.17 (+39.8%). 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
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$50.18 -
$53.43
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
80.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (48/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 39.8% below Wall St target ($70.17)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.7% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (48/100) — watch for confirmation
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$50.18 -
$53.43
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$47.58
Resistance Level
$53.69
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.68
Wall Street Target
$70.17
(+39.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
22.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
41.9%
Profit Margin
7.8%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.7% premium
PE vs Historical
10.7 vs 10.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$51.05
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$51.92
(+3%)
3-Year Target
$52.80
(+5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11→10)
PE COMPRESSION
$50.42
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 9.3%)
$123.00
(+145%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.7, Growth: 9.3%)
$65.46
(+30%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.1, Growth: 9.3%)
$55.64
(+11%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (20x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (11x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 20.11 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.46
Bull Case
$103.93
(+107%)
Analyst growth 91.0%, PE expands to 22.1
Base Case
$94.48
(+88%)
Market implied 91.0%, PE stable at 20.1
Bear Case
$33.63
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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