Bull case
CDE would need investors to value it at roughly 15x earnings — about 5x more generous than today's 9x forward P/E. That requires meaningful multiple expansion on top of continued earnings growth.
Wall Street verdict, consensus price target, and analyst rating breakdown — everything needed to frame the risk/reward at today's price.
Three scenarios for where CDE stock could go
CDE would need investors to value it at roughly 15x earnings — about 5x more generous than today's 9x forward P/E. That requires meaningful multiple expansion on top of continued earnings growth.
At 13x on FY1 earnings, the base case reflects a reasonable but not stretched valuation. It prices in continued growth without assuming an exceptional setup.
The bear case reflects a scenario where earnings shortfalls or multiple compression combine to materially reduce the stock from its current level.
Not financial advice. Model confidence reflects internal scenario assumptions, not a guarantee of returns. Past performance does not predict future results.

Coeur Mining is a precious metals mining company that operates gold and silver mines across North America. It generates revenue primarily from selling gold (~60% of revenue) and silver (~30%), with the remainder from zinc and lead byproducts. The company's competitive advantage lies in its diversified portfolio of long-life mines in stable jurisdictions—primarily the U.S., Canada, and Mexico—which reduces geopolitical risk.
Quarterly beat-or-miss track record against analyst estimates, plus forward revenue and EPS outlook for the next two fiscal years.
| Quarter | EPS (Actual / Est) | EPS Surprise | Revenue (Actual / Est) | Rev Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | $0.11/$0.02 | +450.0% | $360M/$313M | +15.0% |
| Q3 2025 | $0.20/$0.18 | +11.1% | $481M/$510M | -5.8% |
| Q4 2025 | $0.23/$0.25 | -8.0% | $555M/$669M | -17.1% |
| Q1 2026 | $0.35/$0.39 | -10.3% | $675M/$688M | -1.9% |
CDE beat EPS estimates in 2 of 4 tracked quarters. Mixed delivery makes the upcoming report a key data point for re-rating.
Product and geographic revenue mix from the latest annual disclosure, with year-over-year growth by segment.
Latest annual revenue by segment or product family
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Latest annual revenue by reported region
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Current multiples compared to the S&P 500, the company's sector, and its own five-year average.
Fair value est. $15 — implies -16.2% from today's price.
| Metric | CDE | S&P 500 | Basic Materials | 5Y Avg CDE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward PE | 9.4x | 19.1x-51% | 15.4x-39% | — |
| Trailing PE | 20.8x | 25.2x-17% | 22.9x | 29.0x-28% |
| PEG Ratio | 0.40x | 1.75x-77% | 1.22x-67% | — |
| EV/EBITDA | 11.6x | 15.3x-24% | 11.4x | 12.5x |
| Price/FCF | 18.1x | 21.3x-15% | 27.5x-34% | 17.4x |
| Price/Sales | 5.8x | 3.1x+86% | 2.0x+196% | 2.4x+146% |
| Dividend Yield | — | 1.88% | 1.37% | — |
Forward P/E and PEG reflect analyst consensus estimates. Historical averages use trailing ratios where forward data is unavailable.S&P 500 and sector benchmarks both use trailing median P/E — similar readings indicate the broader index and sector are priced alike.
Open valuation toolCDE generates $915M in free cash flow at a 35.6% margin — 23.5% ROIC signals a durable competitive advantage.
Revenue, margins, and cash generation
ROIC, leverage, and debt serviceability
How capital is returned to owners
All figures from the trailing twelve months. ROIC uses invested capital (equity + net debt).
Open full ratios pageKey factors that could pressure the stock price, compress the multiple, or weigh on future results.
AI analysis · updated April 29, 2026
Coeur Mining's stock price is highly sensitive to fluctuations in gold and silver prices. A downturn in precious metal markets, driven by factors like rising U.S. Treasury yields and a stronger dollar, can negatively impact the company's stock.
Despite improvements in operational performance and a reduced net leverage ratio, the overall financial outlook for Coeur Mining remains pressured. This suggests potential vulnerabilities that could hinder future growth.
There's a concern about the sustainability of Coeur Mining's valuation, with a projected downside scenario involving a significant contraction in target price multiples. This could lead to a reevaluation of the stock's worth.
The recent completion of a large note exchange tied to the New Gold transaction might lead to incremental profit-taking and position adjustments, affecting the stock price. This could create volatility in the near term.
As a commodity-levered company, Coeur Mining's stock can experience near-term trading volatility, especially around earnings releases. This cyclical nature can lead to unpredictable stock performance.
The overall sentiment in the precious metals sector can influence CDE. Increased volatility in macro headlines can lead to a weakening of broader precious metals sentiment.
The stock's price action can be influenced by technical indicators, such as its position relative to short-term and medium-term moving averages, and levels of support and resistance.
While not always indicative of future performance, insider trading activity, such as sales by company executives, can be a factor investors monitor. This activity may signal confidence or lack thereof in the company's future.
These are risk mechanisms, not predictions. The key question is which would force a cut to earnings estimates or a lower multiple than the market currently prices in.
Structural drivers behind the upside case and why the stock could outperform over the next 12 months.
AI analysis · updated April 29, 2026
A pending merger with New Gold is expected to significantly scale the combined company, creating a platform with seven operating assets across North America. This increased scale is anticipated to enhance operational diversification, asset longevity, and cash flow resilience.
Coeur Mining has demonstrated consistent profitability with six consecutive profitable quarters and strong revenue growth. Production expansion initiatives, such as the Rochester expansion and the integration of Las Chispas, indicate a focus on growth.
The company has a solid balance sheet with substantial cash reserves against its debt, providing financial flexibility. Recent reports show strong operating cash flow and reduced debt levels, with significant increases in cash and cash equivalents.
Third-party valuations suggest a higher intrinsic value than the current market price, indicating a potential disconnect between market price and fundamentals. Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis suggests the stock is undervalued.
Technical indicators show CDE trading above its 50-day and 200-day simple moving averages, suggesting a bullish trend.
A real bull case compounds — each driver matters most when it strengthens margins, supports capital returns, and keeps the company above the market's minimum growth bar simultaneously.
52-week range context and price returns across multiple time horizons. Dividend contribution is shown separately in the Capital Return section.
Range context matters because valuation compression and earnings misses rarely hit from the same starting point. A stock already far below its high can still fall, but it is no longer carrying the same embedded optimism as one pressing a fresh peak.
Valuation, growth, and margin comparison against the closest publicly traded peers for this company.
| Company | Mkt Cap | Fwd PE | Rev Grw | Margin | Rating | Upside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CDE CDE Coeur Mining, Inc. | $12.0B | 9.4x | +66.3% | 31.1% | Buy | +54.7% |
HL HL Hecla Mining Company | $12.2B | 19.1x | +30.3% | 35.6% | Hold | +31.3% |
EXK EXK Endeavour Silver Corp. | $2.7B | 13.2x | +29.1% | -28.4% | Buy | +36.9% |
PAA PAAS Pan American Silver Corp. | $23.8B | 12.1x | +32.9% | 27.1% | Buy | +32.5% |
FSM FSM Fortuna Mining Corp. | $3.0B | 6.7x | +9.7% | 27.6% | Buy | +42.3% |
AEM AEM Agnico Eagle Mines Limited | $95.1B | 13.6x | +31.7% | 37.5% | Buy | +25.2% |
This peer comparison reflects companies with similar business models, product lines, or market positioning, supplemented by industry grouping when direct matches are limited.
CDE does not currently return meaningful capital to shareholders.
Yield, cadence, and growth quality
How much per-share support comes from repurchases
| Year | Div / Share | YoY Grw | BB Yield | Total Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | $1.50 | 0.0% | 0.0% | 5.4% |
| 1996 | $1.50 | 0.0% | 0.0% | 3.4% |
| 1995 | $1.50 | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.8% |
| 1994 | $1.50 | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.9% |
| 1993 | $1.50 | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
Common questions answered from live analyst data and company financials.
Coeur Mining, Inc. (CDE) is rated Buy by Wall Street analysts as of 2026. Of 21 analysts covering the stock, 11 rate it Buy or Strong Buy, 9 rate it Hold, and 1 rate it Sell or Strong Sell. The consensus 12-month price target is $29, implying +54.7% from the current price of $19.
The Wall Street consensus price target for CDE is $29 based on 21 analyst estimates. The high-end target is $40 (+113.4% from today), and the low-end target is $24 (+28.1%). The base case model target is $25.
CDE trades at 9.4x times forward earnings. The stock currently trades at a discount to the broader market. Based on current multiples versus the peer group, the relative model signals overvalued. Whether the stock is over or undervalued ultimately depends on whether consensus earnings estimates are achievable.
The primary risks for CDE in 2026 are: (1) Commodity Price Volatility — Coeur Mining's stock price is highly sensitive to fluctuations in gold and silver prices. (2) Financial Outlook Pressure — Despite improvements in operational performance and a reduced net leverage ratio, the overall financial outlook for Coeur Mining remains pressured. (3) Valuation Sustainability — There's a concern about the sustainability of Coeur Mining's valuation, with a projected downside scenario involving a significant contraction in target price multiples. Each factor has the potential to pressure earnings or compress the stock's valuation multiple.
Analyst consensus estimates CDE will report consensus revenue of $2.8B (+66.3% year-over-year) and EPS of $0.98 (+55.6% year-over-year) for the upcoming fiscal year. The following year, analysts project $3.6B in revenue.
Coeur Mining, Inc. is expected to report its next earnings on approximately 2026-05-06. Consensus expects EPS of $0.44 and revenue of $806M. Over recent quarters, CDE has beaten EPS estimates 33% of the time.
Coeur Mining, Inc. (CDE) generated $915M in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months — a free cash flow margin of 35.6%. CDE returns capital to shareholders through and share repurchases ($10M TTM).