CrowdStrike (CRWD.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 15% Downside – Overvalued?

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Price history for CrowdStrike (CRWD.US) – stock price at $278.70, October 2026
CrowdStrike stock price – price development 2026. Updated Oct 7, 2026.
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CrowdStrike Price Target 2026: Analysts See 15% Downside

The average price target for CrowdStrike is $236.27. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock appears overvalued, because the price target is lower than the current price. It is -15.22% above the target, and analysts expect the price to fall over the next 12 months. Even if the stock may be overvalued, price momentum can last longer than expected. That is why it is important to keep an eye on the stock and its momentum on an ongoing basis. WallStreetBuys helps you with the technical analysis and keeps you up to date on the development.

Is CrowdStrike overvalued or undervalued?

CrowdStrike is currently overvalued with a gap of 15.2% relative to the price target.


The current price is $278.70, which places CrowdStrike in the overvalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $212.64, and overvalued when the price exceeds $259.90.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For CrowdStrike, the fair value range lies between $212.64 and $259.90.


See the full price target analysis for CrowdStrike →

Analyst Ratings for CrowdStrike stock in 2026: Buy

53 analysts cover CrowdStrike. The majority is positive, with 75.5% recommending Buy, while 22.6% recommend Hold. The average price target is $236.27, which is 15.2% below the current price.

Consensus: Buy (4.30/5)
Strong Buy
30 (56.6%)
Buy
10 (18.9%)
Hold
12 (22.6%)
Sell
1 (1.9%)
Strong Sell Sell Hold Buy Strong Buy
4.30 out of 5 based on 53 analysts

About CrowdStrike – Software - Infrastructure

CrowdStrike is a software company that provides security services delivered over the internet ("the cloud"). It makes most of its money by selling subscriptions to its main product, a platform called Falcon. This platform brings all of its security tools together in one place.

The company specializes in protecting things like computers, servers, digital identities, and data from cyberattacks. Specifically, CrowdStrike offers services such as threat analysis (spotting dangers before they cause harm), IT operations management, and Zero Trust identity protection (a system that checks and verifies every user before giving them access, rather than automatically trusting them).

CrowdStrike sells its Falcon products worldwide through a network of partners, though it also has a strong sales team of its own. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Austin, Texas. This means it has more than ten years of experience running this business.
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Key Figures for CrowdStrike

$277B Market cap
$5.4B Revenue
Software - Infrastructure Industry
9,001.33 P/E
51.24 P/S
52.68 P/B
United States Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is CrowdStrike?

Growth stock Momentum stock

CrowdStrike is classified as a growth stock and momentum stock. This means the stock combines several attractive traits, and strong price momentum.

Score Overview for CrowdStrike

💰 Value Score 2/100 (Very Low)
⭐ Quality Score 24/100 (Low)
🚀 Momentum Score 99/100 (Very High)
📊 Total Score 41/100

⚠️ 1 red flag identified

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

⚠️ High debt: The debt-to-equity ratio is 164% – the company carries considerably more debt than equity, which raises the financial risk.

📈 Valuation

CrowdStrike trades at a P/E ratio of 9,001.3, which is above the market average. The forward P/E is 208.3 (98% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 51.2 (high — the market pays a premium for the revenue). The P/B ratio is 52.7. The PEG ratio is 8.40 — above 2.0 suggests the stock is expensive relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

CrowdStrike has a profit margin of 0.8% (moderate). Return on equity (ROE) is 1.5%. The latest quarterly earnings grew 533.3% year over year — strong growth.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 4 out of 9 — average financial health. Altman Z2 is 1.88 (middle zone — moderate). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 164.1% — moderate debt.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 2.77%.

Insider Trading in CrowdStrike 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at CrowdStrike have made 20 transactions, all of which were sales. On a net basis, insiders took $58,584,642 out of the stock. Active insiders include Saha Anurag, Kurtz George, GANDHI SAMEER K and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 0 purchases and 20 sales. A net $58,584,642 out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares in the recent period. This can suggest management sees limited opportunity.

Across the last 20 transactions: 0 purchases and 20 sales. A net $58,584,642 out of the stock.

Latest sale: Saha Anurag sold 700 shares at $264.60 each on 2026-10-01.

Who is selling: Saha Anurag, Kurtz George, GANDHI SAMEER K, Sentonas Michael, Podbere Burt W. and others.

Latest Insider Trades in CrowdStrike (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in CrowdStrike. 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 ($) Total amount ($)
2026-10-01 Saha Anurag Sell 700 265 185,220
2026-10-01 Kurtz George Sell 403 268 108,056
2026-10-01 GANDHI SAMEER K Sell 457 269 122,965
2026-09-30 Sentonas Michael Sell 12,920 268 3,462,043
2026-09-30 Kurtz George Sell 533 269 143,276
2026-09-29 Kurtz George Sell 315 262 82,662
2026-09-28 Kurtz George Sell 204 260 53,016
2026-09-25 Kurtz George Sell 1,600 259 414,480
2026-09-24 Podbere Burt W. Sell 74,007 264 19,501,585
2026-09-24 Kurtz George Sell 2,344 263 617,035

Who is buying and selling CrowdStrike shares in 2026?

The following insiders have sold shares: Saha Anurag, Kurtz George, GANDHI SAMEER K, Sentonas Michael, Podbere Burt W. and others. In total, $58,584,642 was sold across 20 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.

CrowdStrike Short Selling 2026: 2.8% Sold Short

Moderate short interest: 2.8% of the free float
Short % of free float
2.8%
Assessment
Moderate short interest
Short squeeze risk
Low
Data source
EODHD
Reported about twice a month

Short interest over time: CrowdStrike

0.0%6.9%13.8%
Peak 12.0% · 6/7
5/307/299/27
2.8% today (moderate)Peaked at 12.0% on Jun 7, 2026Last 30 days: +0.4 percentage pointsMeasured over 120 days
What does the trend tell you?
Short interest has been markedly higher. It peaked at 12.0% on Jun 7, 2026 and now stands at 2.8% — a fall of 9.2 percentage points. Over the last month it has been fairly stable.

This is how shorting works: whoever shorts has borrowed the share and sold it, and to close the position again they must buy the share back. The fall from the peak therefore means that those who bet on a falling price in CrowdStrike have bought shares back and closed their positions. It is worth watching whether the curve stays there or turns again. That is not in itself a signal about what the price will do — we cannot predict the market, and short interest is only one number among many. But it does say something about what the large players are doing.
The stock has a moderate share of short selling. Between 2-5% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which is within the normal range for most stocks.

Short interest comes from our data provider EODHD. The figure is reported about twice a month; we check it every trading day.
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When Does CrowdStrike Report Earnings?

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



Technical Analysis of CrowdStrike 2026 – Signal: Strong Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Buy

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated October 7, 2026.

Technical analysis of CrowdStrike (CRWD.US) – RSI 72, MACD positive (bullish), daily candlestick chart October 2026
CrowdStrike technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI, MACD and volume profile. Updated Oct 7, 2026.

Trend Analysis of CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc

CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $278.86 is 12.1% above the 20-day average ($248.70). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 24.7% above the 50-day average ($223.56). Long term, the stock is 79.8% above the 200-day average ($155.10), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (223.56) is above the 200-day average (155.10), which is a classic bullish signal for CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc.

Is CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc overbought or oversold?

CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc has an RSI of 72.0, which places the stock in overbought territory (above 70). Even though the stock is overbought, the broader trend is positive. A short-term pullback is possible, but the trend still supports the price.

MACD Analysis for CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (15.541), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (13.892) by 1.649, which confirms rising momentum in the uptrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (30.672), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (24.517) by 6.155, which confirms rising long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly MACD are positive and above their signal lines. Trend and momentum confirm each other across time horizons – the strongest bullish signal.

Risk Profile for CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc

CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc has an annual standard deviation of 54.9%, which classifies the stock as Speculative. Sizeable price swings are normal, and the stock requires a higher risk tolerance.

Overall Technical Conclusion for CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc

Trend: Positive. The price trades above SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (15.541). Weekly bullish (30.672).

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

RSI: 72.0 – overbought.

Technical signal: Strong Buy

The price is in an uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is positive on both a daily and weekly basis. Trend and MACD trend confirm each other – the strongest technical buy signal.

Frequently Asked Questions About CrowdStrike stock in 2026

Should you buy CrowdStrike stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for CrowdStrike is currently Strong Buy. CrowdStrike trades at $278.70 as of Oct 7, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 15.541 with rising momentum (signal: 13.892); RSI is at 72.0 (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 $236.27 is 15.2% below the current price. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for CrowdStrike stock?
The average analyst price target for CrowdStrike is $236.27. The current price is $278.70, which gives a downside of 15.2%. Based on this, the stock is considered overvalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $212.64 and $259.90.
Is CrowdStrike a dividend stock?
No, CrowdStrike does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of CrowdStrike stock?
CrowdStrike is rated as a stock in the risk category Speculative. the annual standard deviation is 54.9%, which classifies the stock as Speculative. In addition, an RSI of 72.0 signals overbought (elevated risk of a pullback).
Is CrowdStrike overvalued?
Yes, CrowdStrike is considered overvalued based on the analyst price target (15.2% above the price target). CrowdStrike has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 9,001.3 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 51.2, a P/B ratio of 52.7. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is overvalued by 15.2%.
Is CrowdStrike overbought?
Yes, CrowdStrike is overbought with an RSI of 72.0 (above 70). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 72.0 (above the 70 mark), which signals the price is overbought and may have risen too quickly. In addition, the price is 12.1% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next CrowdStrike earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for CrowdStrike has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is CrowdStrike shorted?
Yes, CrowdStrike is shorted with 2.8% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. The figure comes from our data provider EODHD, is reported about twice a month, and we check it every trading day.
Are insiders buying CrowdStrike stock?
No, insiders are not buying CrowdStrike shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 20 sales. On a net basis, 58,584,642 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 58,584,642 $ sold. Active sellers include Saha Anurag, Kurtz George, GANDHI SAMEER K and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is CrowdStrike a good stock?
Based on our total score, CrowdStrike is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 41 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: 2/100, Quality: 24/100, Momentum: 99/100. In addition: the price target is 15.2% below the current price; technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether CrowdStrike 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 CrowdStrike stock?
The outlook for CrowdStrike based on current data: the average analyst price target is $236.27 (-15.2%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the P/E ratio is 9,001.3 (high – the market expects growth). 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 CrowdStrike stock rising?
CrowdStrike is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 12.1% above the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can CrowdStrike go?
The average analyst price target for CrowdStrike is $236.27, which is 15.2% below the current price of $278.70. The stock has traded between $85.68 and $273.54 over the last 52 weeks. The price is close to the 52-week high. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can CrowdStrike fall?
The stock has traded as low as $85.68 over the last 52 weeks — that is 69.3% below the current price of $278.70. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 68.7% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±54.9% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. 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 CrowdStrike do?
CrowdStrike is a software company that provides security services delivered over the internet ("the cloud"). It makes most of its money by selling subscriptions to its main product, a platform called Falcon. This platform brings all of its security tools together in one place.... The company belongs to the Technology sector, more specifically the Software - Infrastructure 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 CrowdStrike as an investment.
Did CrowdStrike raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from CrowdStrike. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is CrowdStrike making money or losing money?
Yes, CrowdStrike is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 0.8% — which is modest. At a P/E ratio of 9,001.3, you currently pay 9,001.3 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 CrowdStrike go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of CrowdStrike is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 1.88 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 4 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 164% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does CrowdStrike have a lot of debt?
Yes, CrowdStrike has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 164%. For the technology sector, anything above 120% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Tech companies are usually asset-light and need little borrowed capital — anything below 60% counts as low in this sector. 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 CrowdStrike 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 1.7x, and the company has more cash than debt (net cash).

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