Copart (CPRT.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 20% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Copart Price Target 2026: Analysts See 18% Upside

The average price target for Copart is $40.30. 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 18.37% 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 Copart overvalued or undervalued?

Copart is currently undervalued with a gap of 18.4% relative to the price target.


The current price is $34.05, which places Copart in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $36.27, and overvalued when the price exceeds $44.33.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Copart, the fair value range lies between $36.27 and $44.33.


See the full price target analysis for Copart →

Analyst Ratings for Copart stock in 2026: Buy

11 analysts cover Copart. Analysts are mostly neutral — 54.5% recommend Hold. The average price target is $40.30, which gives an upside of 18.4% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (3.64/5)
Strong Buy
2 (18.2%)
Buy
3 (27.3%)
Hold
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Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
3.64 out of 5 based on 11 analysts

About Copart – Specialty Business Services

Copart, Inc. provides online auctions and vehicle remarketing services in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Brazil, Canada, the United Arab Emirates, Spain, Finland, Oman, the Republic of Ireland, and Bahrain. It offers a range of services to process and sell vehicles over the internet through its virtual bidding third generation internet auction-style sales technology. The company's services include online seller access, salvage estimation, estimating, end-of-life vehicle processing, transportation, vehicle inspection stations, on-demand reporting, title processing and express, loan payoff, flexible vehicle processing programs, buy it now, sales process, and dealer services. Its services also comprise services to sell vehicles through BluCar, CashForCars.com, CashForCars.ca, CashForCars.de, CashForCars.co.uk, and Cash-for-cars.ie; Copart Recycling service, which allows the public to purchase parts from salvaged and end-of-life vehicles; and copart 360, a proprietary technology that captures clear 360-degree views of interiors and exteriors of cars, trucks, and vans. In addition, it provides IntelliSeller, an automated tool leveraging its vehicle and sales data to assist its sellers in making vital auction decisions; Purple Wave Inc., that offers wholesale construction, agriculture, and fleet remarketing services through no-reserve online auctions; wholesale powersport vehicle remarketing services through live and online auction platforms. The company sells its products to licensed vehicle dismantlers, rebuilders, repair licensees, used vehicle dealers, and exporters, as well as to the public. Copart, Inc. was incorporated in 1982 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas Read more about the company

Key Figures for Copart

$ 31.8B Market cap
$ 4.6B Revenue
Specialty Business Services Industry
21.06 P/E
6.85 P/S
3.57 P/B
USA Listed on exchange
copart.com Website

What kind of stock is Copart?

Quality stock

Copart is classified as a quality stock with a Piotroski score of 7/9 and a quality score in the top 10% of all stocks.

Score Overview for Copart

💰 Value Score 50/100 (Neutral)
⭐ Quality Score 90/100 (Very High)
🚀 Momentum Score 31/100 (Low)
📊 Total Score 57/100

📈 Valuation

Copart trades at a P/E ratio of 21.1, which is close to the market average. The forward P/E is 20.1 (5% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 6.9 (high — the market pays a premium for the revenue). The P/B ratio is 3.6. The PEG ratio is 4.07 — above 2.0 suggests the stock is expensive relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Copart has a profit margin of 33.5% (excellent) and an operating margin of 37.5%. Return on equity (ROE) is 17.6% — solid return on equity. Return on assets (ROA) is 11.3%. The latest quarterly earnings grew 2.3% year over year.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 7 out of 9 — good financial health. Altman Z2 is 17.53 (healthy balance sheet — low risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 11.7% — low debt, a solid balance sheet.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 5.67% — elevated, some investors are betting on a decline.

Insider Trading in Copart 2026: The Signal Is mostly positive

In 2026, insiders at Copart have made 20 transactions – split into 3 purchases and 17 sales. On a net basis, insiders took 115,207,745 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Liaw Jeffrey, Morefield Diane M, Englander Daniel J and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is mostly positive.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Mostly positive

Insiders have bought more than they have sold over the last 3 months. This suggests key people see short-term value in the stock.

Over the last 3 months: 2 purchases and 1 sales. A net 890,620 $ into the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Mostly negative

Insiders have sold considerably more than they have bought. At large companies this can be due to planned sales (10b5-1 plans) and is not necessarily a negative signal.

Across the last 20 transactions: 3 purchases and 17 sales. A net 115,207,745 $ out of the stock.

Latest purchase: Liaw Jeffrey bought 1,277 shares at 9 $ each on 2026-07-15. The stock has since risen 288.5%.

Latest sale: Liaw Jeffrey sold 3,591 shares at 30 $ each on 2026-07-28.

Who is buying: Liaw Jeffrey, Morefield Diane M, Englander Daniel J.

Who is selling: Liaw Jeffrey, TRYFOROS THOMAS N, COHAN STEVEN D, MEEKS JAMES E, Englander Daniel J and others.

Latest Insider Trades in Copart (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Copart. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-07-28 Liaw Jeffrey Sell 3,591 30 109,490
2026-07-15 Liaw Jeffrey Buy 1,277 9 11,110
2026-07-08 Morefield Diane M Buy 50,000 20 989,000
2026-04-15 Liaw Jeffrey Sell 4,523 33 150,028
2026-01-15 Liaw Jeffrey Sell 4,523 40 181,689
2025-11-25 TRYFOROS THOMAS N Sell 100,000 39 3,907,000
2025-11-13 Englander Daniel J Buy 100,000 12 1,180,000
2025-10-15 Liaw Jeffrey Sell 809 45 36,235
2025-09-15 TRYFOROS THOMAS N Sell 228,840 48 10,879,054
2025-07-15 Liaw Jeffrey Sell 4,523 47 211,857

Who is buying and selling Copart shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in Copart: Liaw Jeffrey, Morefield Diane M, Englander Daniel J. In total, 2,180,110 $ was bought across 3 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: Liaw Jeffrey, TRYFOROS THOMAS N, COHAN STEVEN D, MEEKS JAMES E, Englander Daniel J and others. In total, 117,387,855 $ was sold across 17 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Copart Short Selling 2026: 5.7% Sold Short

High short interest: 5.7% of the free float
Short % of free float
5.7%
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 5.7% means that 5.7% of the freely traded shares in Copart have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices.

The next potential catalyst is the earnings report on 9/3/2026. With a short interest of 5.7%, the report can trigger considerable volatility.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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When Does Copart Report Earnings – Next Date: 9/3/2026

The next earnings report from Copart is scheduled for September 3, 2026, after the market closes. This report covers the third quarter (Q3), which ended on July 31, 2026.



Technical Analysis of Copart 2026 – Signal: Hold

Overall Technical Signal: Hold

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 22, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Copart, Inc

Copart, Inc is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $33.80 is 10.7% above the 20-day average ($30.53). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 14.5% above the 50-day average ($29.53). Long term, the stock is 3.1% below the 200-day average ($34.87), which signals a long-term downtrend.

Death Cross: The 50-day average (29.53) is below the 200-day average (34.87), which is a classic bearish signal for Copart, Inc.

Is Copart, Inc overbought or oversold?

Copart, Inc has an RSI of 70.1, which places the stock in overbought territory (above 70). With a neutral trend, the overbought level can signal an upcoming pullback.

MACD Analysis for Copart, Inc

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (1.112), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (0.573) by 0.539, which confirms rising momentum in the uptrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is negative (-2.093), which indicates a broader bearish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (-2.680) by 0.587, which suggests the negative long-term momentum is fading – a bigger trend reversal could be ahead.

Overall MACD assessment: The daily and weekly MACD give conflicting signals. The short-term trend is bullish, but the long-term trend is still bearish. Weekly momentum is rising, though, which could signal an upcoming trend reversal.

Risk Profile for Copart, Inc

Copart, Inc has an annual standard deviation of 29.7%, which classifies the stock as Balanced. There is some volatility, but the price is relatively stable.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Copart, Inc

Trend: Neutral/mixed.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (1.112). Weekly bearish (-2.093).

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

RSI: 70.1 – overbought.

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 Copart stock in 2026

Should you buy Copart stock now?
The technical signal for Copart is currently NEUTRAL. Copart trades at $34.05 as of 8/22/2026. The overall technical signal is: Hold. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 1.112 with rising momentum (signal: 0.573); RSI is at 70.1 (overbought), suggesting the price may have risen too quickly; the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $40.30 points to 18.4% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Copart stock?
The average analyst price target for Copart is $40.30. The current price is $34.05, which gives an upside of 18.4%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $36.27 and $44.33.
Is Copart a dividend stock?
No, Copart does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Copart stock?
Copart is rated as a stock in the risk category Balanced. the annual standard deviation is 29.7%, which classifies the stock as Balanced. In addition, an RSI of 70.1 signals overbought (elevated risk of a pullback).
Is Copart overvalued?
No, Copart is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (18.4% upside). Copart has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 21.1 (moderately to highly valued), a P/S ratio of 6.9, a P/B ratio of 3.6. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 18.4%.
Is Copart overbought?
Yes, Copart is overbought with an RSI of 70.1 (above 70). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 70.1 (above the 70 mark), which signals the price is overbought and may have risen too quickly. In addition, the price is 11.5% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next Copart earnings report?
Copart reports its next earnings on September 3, 2026. The stock currently trades at $34.05. With a P/E ratio of 21.1, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations. The RSI is at 70.1, so the report can reinforce the current technical trend.
Is Copart shorted?
Yes, Copart is shorted with 5.7% 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 Copart stock?
Yes, insiders are net buyers of Copart – they are buying more shares than they are selling. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 2 purchases and 1 sales. On a net basis, 890,620 $ worth of shares were bought. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 3 purchases and 17 sales, with a net 115,207,745 $ sold. Active buyers include Liaw Jeffrey, Morefield Diane M, Englander Daniel J. Insider buying is generally seen as a positive signal, because management is putting its own money into the company.
Is Copart a good stock?
Based on our total score, Copart is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 57 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 50/100, Quality: 90/100, Momentum: 31/100. In addition: analysts see 18.4% upside to the price target; technical signal: Hold. Whether Copart 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 Copart stock?
The outlook for Copart based on current data: the average analyst price target is $40.30 (+18.4%); the next earnings report is due on 9/3/2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 21.1 (moderate). 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 Copart stock rising?
Copart is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 11.5% above the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); short interest is 5.7% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Copart go?
The average analyst price target for Copart is $40.30, which corresponds to a potential gain of 18.4% from the current price of $34.05. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Copart fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Copart. 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 Copart do?
Copart, Inc. provides online auctions and vehicle remarketing services in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Brazil, Canada, the United Arab Emirates, Spain, Finland, Oman, the Republic of Ireland, and Bahrain. It offers a range of services to process and sell veh... The company belongs to the Industrials sector, more specifically the Specialty Business Services industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Copart as an investment.
Did Copart raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Copart. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Copart making money or losing money?
Yes, Copart is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 33.5% — which is excellent. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 37.5%. At a P/E ratio of 21.1, you currently pay 21.1 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 Copart go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Copart is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 17.53 — 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 12% (low). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Copart have a lot of debt?
No, Copart has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 12%. For the industrials sector, anything below 100% counts as low debt. 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.