CXT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CXT - Crane NXT, Co.
$45.49
-0.13 (-0.28%)
▼
5d:
+6.98%
30d:
+13.55%
90d:
+6.38%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
Get Alerted When CXT Hits Your Target Price
Join 10,000+ traders who never miss a move
You're in! Check your email to confirm and set your target price.
100% Free
No spam, ever
Unsubscribe anytime
Interactive Price Chart (1 Month)
Loading chart...
Loading historical data...
Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CXT shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CXT 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
$69.12
Based on 7.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$42.92
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 10.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CXT is currently trading at $45.49, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $36.87 to $43.18. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.6) is in line with its historical norms (10.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.2% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CXT is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $41.23. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: CXT has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $66.83 (+46.9%). 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 downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $41.23. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: CXT has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $66.83 (+46.9%). 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
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$36.87 -
$43.18
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range (+5.3% above its trading range)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 46.9% below Wall St target ($66.83)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$36.87 -
$43.18
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$35.71
Resistance Level
$41.24
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.61
Wall Street Target
$66.83
(+46.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
17.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-71.0%
Profit Margin
7.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.6 vs 10.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$44.94
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$44.40
(-2%)
3-Year Target
$43.87
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→10)
$45.65
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 11.8%)
$144.07
(+217%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.6, Growth: 11.8%)
$63.57
(+40%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.2, Growth: 11.8%)
$54.03
(+19%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (20x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 20.46 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.23
Bull Case
$100.36
(+121%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 22.5
Base Case
$91.24
(+101%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 20.5
Bear Case
$31.02
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡
Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 9.6 to 10.0
Stabilization Target:
$47.34
(+4.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+4.1%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: June 23, 2026 11:03 PM ET
Data refreshes hourly during market hours. Next update: 12:03 AM
Data refreshes hourly during market hours. Next update: 12:03 AM
🔥 Top Stocks Breaking Out Now
| Ticker | Score | Recommendation | Change % |
|---|
Technical Signals Check
Is CXT showing a specific setup today?
Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
0
Sells
0
Net
NEUTRAL
Top Rated Specialty Industrial Machinery Stocks
Top-rated stocks in Specialty Industrial Machinery by analyst ratings.
| Stock | Analyst Consensus | Analyst Target | Tradestie Score |
|---|---|---|---|
|
GEV
GE Vernova LLC |
STRONG BUY
32 analysts |
$1212 | 64 BUY |
|
EMR
Emerson Electric Company |
STRONG BUY
30 analysts |
$163 | 60 BUY |
|
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC |
STRONG BUY
29 analysts |
$452 | 63 BUY |
|
PH
Parker-Hannifin Corporat… |
STRONG BUY
26 analysts |
$1032 | 57 HOLD |
|
ROK
Rockwell Automation Inc |
HOLD
29 analysts |
$465 | 60 HOLD |
