Wall Street analyst price targets, ratings consensus & upside potential · Updated May 1, 2026
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
As of May 8, 2026, Copart, Inc. (CPRT) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $40.50, based on estimates from 19 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $33.87, this represents a potential upside of +19.6%. The company has a market capitalization of $32.77B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $33.00 to a high of $48.00, representing a 37% spread in expectations. The median target of $40.50 aligns closely with the consensus average.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 10 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,8 rating it Hold, and 1 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. The positive sentiment balance indicates moderate optimism about the stock prospects.
From a valuation perspective, CPRT trades at a trailing P/E of 21.3x and forward P/E of 21.5x. The forward PEG ratio of 1.28 indicates reasonable valuation for growth. Analysts expect EPS to grow -1.2% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $39.76, with bear and bull scenarios of $27.96 and $57.74 respectively. Model confidence stands at 71/100, indicating high predictability in the company's fundamentals.
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Copart, Inc. (CPRT) has a consensus 12-month price target of $40.5, implying 19.6% upside from $33.868. The 19 analysts covering CPRT see moderate appreciation potential.
CPRT has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 19 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 10 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $40.5 implies 19.6% upside from current levels.
CPRT trades at a forward P/E of 21.4912x, representing a moderate valuation. With analysts targeting $40.5 (19.6% implied move), the stock appears reasonably valued with upside.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $48 for CPRT, while the most conservative target is $33. The consensus of $40.5 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $58 based on optimistic growth and margin assumptions. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
CPRT is well covered by analysts, with 19 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 0 have Strong Buy ratings, 10 have Buy ratings, 8 recommend Hold, and 1 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month CPRT stock forecast based on 19 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $40.5, with estimates ranging from $33 (bear case) to $48 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $40, with bear/bull scenarios of $28/$58.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates CPRT's fair value at $40 (base case), with a bear case of $28 and bull case of $58. The model uses discounted cash flow analysis, historical growth rates, and margin mean-reversion to project FY+2 earnings, then applies an appropriate P/E multiple. The model confidence score is 71/100.
CPRT trades at a forward P/E ratio of 21.5x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 21.3x. The higher forward P/E suggests near-term earnings pressure. A forward P/E is useful for comparing valuations when earnings are expected to change significantly.
Wall Street analysts are optimistic on CPRT, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $40.5 price target (19.6% upside). 10 of 19 analysts rate it Buy or Strong Buy. This information is for educational purposes only. Always conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
CPRT analyst price targets range from $33 to $48, a 37% moderate spread showing some variance in outlooks. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $40.5 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $28-$58 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.