Copa (CPA.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 40% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Copa Price Target 2026: Analysts See 38% Upside

The average price target for Copa is $178.73. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 38.11% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Copa overvalued or undervalued?

Copa is currently undervalued with a gap of 38.1% relative to the price target.


The current price is $129.41, which places Copa in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $160.86, and overvalued when the price exceeds $196.60.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Copa, the fair value range lies between $160.86 and $196.60.


See the full price target analysis for Copa →

Analyst Ratings for Copa stock in 2026: Buy

15 analysts cover Copa. There is broad agreement on a positive view — 86.7% recommend buying. The average price target is $178.73, which gives an upside of 38.1% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (4.47/5)
Strong Buy
9 (60%)
Buy
4 (26.7%)
Hold
2 (13.3%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
4.47 out of 5 based on 15 analysts

About Copa – Airlines

Copa Holdings, S.A., through its subsidiaries, provides airline passenger, and cargo and mail transportation services in North America, South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. As of December 31, 2025, it operated through a fleet of 125 aircraft. The company was founded in 1947 and is based in Panama City, Panama. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Copa

$ 5.3B Market cap
$ 4.0B Revenue
Airlines Industry
8.48 P/E
1.32 P/S
1.83 P/B
United States Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is Copa?

Dividend stock Value stock

Copa is classified as a dividend stock and value stock. This means the stock combines several attractive traits, including a dividend of 5.3%.

Score Overview for Copa

💰 Value Score 90/100 (Very High)
⭐ Quality Score 66/100 (High)
🚀 Momentum Score 47/100 (Neutral)
📊 Total Score 67/100

⚠️ 1 red flag identified 1 critical

Our analysis has identified 1 potential risk factor in Copa that investors should be aware of.

🚨 Falling earnings: Quarterly earnings have fallen 54% year over year – the company's profitability is under pressure.

📈 Valuation

Copa trades at a P/E ratio of 8.5, which is below the market average and can point to an attractive price. The forward P/E is 6.4 (24% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 1.3. The P/B ratio is 1.8. The PEG ratio is 0.94 — below 1.0 suggests the stock is cheap relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Copa has a profit margin of 15.7% (solid) and an operating margin of 8.7%. Return on equity (ROE) is 23.1% — excellent return on equity. Return on assets (ROA) is 7.4%. The latest quarterly earnings grew -53.8% year over year — falling earnings.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 7 out of 9 — good financial health. Altman Z2 is 2.80 (healthy balance sheet — low risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 142.0% — moderate debt.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 5.05% — elevated, some investors are betting on a decline.

Copa Dividend 2026: 5.3% Dividend Yield

Dividend Key Figures for Copa in 2026

Dividend yield
5.32%
Payout ratio
44.3%
Healthy

When does Copa pay a dividend in 2026?

Next dividend payment
September 15, 2026

How much does Copa pay in dividends?

Copa does not currently pay a dividend. This may be because the company reinvests its profits in growth, or because there is not enough profit for dividend payments. You can find more information about the dividend policy on the company's website.

Historical Dividend Payments for Copa

No historical dividend payments are registered for this stock.

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No historical dividend payments available.

Copa Short Selling 2026: 5.1% Sold Short

High short interest: 5.1% of the free float
Short % of free float
5.1%
Assessment
High short interest
Short squeeze risk
Moderate
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a high share of short selling. Between 5-10% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 5.1% means that 5.1% of the freely traded shares in Copa have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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5.1%

When Does Copa Report Earnings?

The next earnings date for Copa is not yet available. Check the company's investor calendar for more information.



Technical Analysis of Copa 2026 – Signal: Hold

Overall Technical Signal: Hold

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated September 12, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Copa Holdings, S.A

Copa Holdings, S.A is in a short-term downtrend. The price of $129.15 is 0.1% below the 20-day average ($129.31). Medium term, the picture is negative: the price is 5.3% below the 50-day average ($136.33). Long term, the stock is 0.8% above the 200-day average ($128.08), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (136.33) is above the 200-day average (128.08), which is a classic bullish signal for Copa Holdings, S.A.

Is Copa Holdings, S.A overbought or oversold?

Copa Holdings, S.A has an RSI of 44.8. The stock sits in the lower part of the neutral zone, which points to weak momentum without being oversold.

MACD Analysis for Copa Holdings, S.A

Daily MACD: MACD is negative (-1.872), which means the short-term trend is bearish (the 12-day EMA is below the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (-2.347) by 0.475, which suggests the negative momentum is fading – a potential trend reversal could be ahead.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (2.338), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is below the signal line (4.470) by 2.132, which suggests the long-term momentum is fading – the positive trend could come under pressure.

Overall MACD assessment: The daily and weekly MACD give conflicting signals. The long-term trend is bullish, but the short-term trend is bearish. Daily momentum is rising, though, which could suggest the pullback is over.

Risk Profile for Copa Holdings, S.A

Copa Holdings, S.A has an annual standard deviation of 42.4%, which classifies the stock as medium risk. The price can swing noticeably when the market moves.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Copa Holdings, S.A

Trend: Neutral/mixed.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bearish (-1.872). Weekly bullish (2.338).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily rising. Weekly falling.

RSI: 44.8 – neutral.

Technical signal: Hold

The signals are mixed – trend and MACD point in different directions. Wait until MACD crosses the zero line in the direction of the trend before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions About Copa stock in 2026

Should you buy Copa stock now?
The technical signal for Copa is currently NEUTRAL. Copa trades at $129.41 as of 9/12/2026. The overall technical signal is: Hold. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -1.872 with rising momentum (signal: -2.347); RSI is at 44.8 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $178.73 points to 38.1% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Copa stock?
The average analyst price target for Copa is $178.73. The current price is $129.41, which gives an upside of 38.1%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $160.86 and $196.60.
Is Copa a dividend stock?
Yes, Copa is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 5.32%. The payout ratio is 44.3%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 9/15/2026.
When does Copa pay a dividend in 2026?
Copa pays its next dividend on 9/15/2026. The dividend yield is 5.32%. The payout ratio of 44.3% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Copa stock?
Copa is rated as a stock in the risk category Moderate. the annual standard deviation is 42.4%, which classifies the stock as Moderate.
Is Copa overvalued?
No, Copa is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (38.1% upside). Copa has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 8.5 (lowly valued), a P/S ratio of 1.3, a P/B ratio of 1.8. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 38.1%.
Is Copa overbought?
No, Copa is not overbought. RSI is at 44.8 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 44.8 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 0.1% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is negative, but momentum is rising (possible trend reversal).
When is the next Copa earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Copa has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Copa shorted?
Yes, Copa is shorted with 5.1% of the free float sold short. This is a high level of short selling, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Copa stock?
There is currently no registered insider trading for Copa.
Is Copa a good stock?
Based on our total score, Copa is rated as a good stock with a total score of 68 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum – it is among the top 32% in our database. The score is made up of Value: 90/100, Quality: 66/100, Momentum: 47/100. In addition: analysts see 38.1% upside to the price target; a dividend of 5.32%; technical signal: Hold. Whether Copa is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Copa stock?
The outlook for Copa based on current data: the average analyst price target is $178.73 (+38.1%); the P/E ratio is 8.5 (low – a possible value stock). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Copa stock moving?
Copa is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; short interest is 5.1% (high – many are betting on a decline). For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Copa go?
The average analyst price target for Copa is $178.73, which corresponds to a potential gain of 38.1% from the current price of $129.41. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Copa fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Copa. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Copa do?
Copa Holdings, S.A., through its subsidiaries, provides airline passenger, and cargo and mail transportation services in North America, South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. As of December 31, 2025, it operated through a fleet of 125 aircraft. The company was foun... The company belongs to the Industrials sector, more specifically the Airlines industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Copa as an investment.
Did Copa raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Copa. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Copa making money or losing money?
Yes, Copa is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 15.7% — which is solid. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 8.7%. At a P/E ratio of 8.5, you currently pay 8.5 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Copa go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Copa is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 2.80 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 7 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 142% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Copa have a lot of debt?
Copa has moderate debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 142%. For the industrials sector, 100-200% counts as a typical level. Industrial companies often sit at 100-200% because of heavy production assets and long order books. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Copa service its debt? Can service its debt, but it weighs on the company — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 3.3x, and net debt equals 0.2 years of earnings (EBITDA).

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