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Should You Buy Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. Stock in 2026?

By CirclFi Research Team · · Updated · 6/13 models active

According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. (CPS) occupies a solid middle-ground position with a Quality of Company score of 6.8/10. At the current market price of $23.08, the investment case depends heavily on whether our 13 independent valuation models indicate a discount to fair value.

The short answer: 5 of 6 CirclFi valuation models project upside for Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. (CPS) at $23.08 — the model consensus leans bullish, with a Quality Score of 6.8/10 and Value-Trap risk of 13/100. The full bull case, bear case, and risk factors are below. Educational analysis, not financial advice.

Key Takeaways

  • 5 of 6 models see upside — majority bullish
  • Quality Score: 6.8/10 — Moderate — mixed signals
  • Value Trap Risk: 13/100 — Minimal — healthy fundamentals
  • Fair Value Range: $14.15 – $108.89 (670% spread)

Bullish Models

5 / 6

Bearish Models

1 / 6

Quality Score

6.8 /10

Moderate — mixed signals

Value Trap Risk

13 /100
Minimal

Minimal — healthy fundamentals

Model Consensus

6 /13
Active Models

Avg. confidence: 36%

What Is the Investment Case for Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. (CPS) in 2026?

What Is the Bull Case vs the Bear Case for Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. (CPS)?

Bull case versus bear case for Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. (CPS) at $23.08, derived from 6 active CirclFi valuation models on 2026-09-15.
Bull case — $108.89 target (+371.8%) Bear case — $14.15 target (-38.7%)
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, the gap between the market price of $23.08 and the median fair value of $66.32 implies +187.3% upside potential. According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, the EROIC Spread model sees the stock as overvalued with a fair value of $14.15 (-38.7%), suggesting that the market price embeds overly optimistic growth assumptions.
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, the Regime Cross-Sectional model targets a fair value of $108.89 (+371.8%), anchoring the bull case with a methodology that provides a differentiated analytical lens. According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, the wide model spread of +410.5% reflects fundamental divergence on key assumptions (growth, cost of capital) depending on the methodology.
Industry tailwind: emerging market demand could provide meaningful support for Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc.'s revenue and margin trajectory in the Auto Parts space. Industry headwind: legacy ICE asset impairment represents a meaningful risk for Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. and its Auto Parts peers.

How Does CPS Compare to Its Auto Parts Peers?

MNRO Monro, Inc.
6.9
SRI Stoneridge, Inc.
6.7
CVGI Commercial Vehicle G
7.1
FOXF Fox Factory Holding
6.6
DCH Dauch Corporation
7.2
SLDP Solid Power, Inc.
6.6
ASBP Aspire-Lakewood Hold
5.6
DORM Dorman Products, Inc
8.6

Valuation data pages: MNRO · SRI · CVGI · FOXF · DCH · SLDP · ASBP · DORM · PHIN · ALSN · ALV

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Which Other Stocks Score Like CPS on Quality?

Closest companies to CPS’s Quality of Company score of 6.8/10, across all industries.

Why Do CirclFi’s 6 Models Disagree on CPS?

Spread

670%

Fair Value Range

$14.15 – $108.89

A 670% spread signals high uncertainty. The investment outcome depends heavily on which scenario plays out.

Most Bullish

Regime Cross

$108.89 (+371.8%)

Most Bearish

EROIC

$14.15 (-38.7%)

What Are the Biggest Risks of Buying CPS Stock?

Model Disagreement

670% spread signals high variance in projections.

Macro/Sector Risk

Auto Parts headwinds could affect earnings trajectory.

Model Limitations

Backward-looking models cannot predict disruptions.

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So Is Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. (CPS) Worth Buying in 2026?

The convergence of 6.8/10 quality, multi-model undervaluation (5/6 bullish, +187.3% median upside), and a median fair value of $66.32 vs. $23.08 current price makes Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc. one of the more compelling opportunities in our coverage. As always, our models provide a quantitative starting point — not a substitute for individual due diligence.

These are quantitative model outputs, not investment recommendations. Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc.'s future depends on factors — management execution, competitive dynamics, regulatory changes — that no algorithm can fully capture. See all 13 model estimates →

What Else Do Investors Ask About CPS Stock?

Should I buy CPS stock right now?

Based on CirclFi's multi-model analysis, 5 of 6 models see upside for CPS at $23.08. The majority of models suggest the stock trades below fair value, but investors should weigh this against the Quality Score of 6.8/10 and individual risk tolerance. This is not a buy recommendation — see our full disclaimer.

What are the biggest risks of investing in Cooper-Standard Holdings Inc.?

Key risks include: limited model coverage (6/13 active), reducing analytical confidence; wide model disagreement (670% spread), signaling high uncertainty; general market and sector-specific risks affecting Auto Parts companies. Always diversify and consult a financial advisor.

How does CPS compare to its competitors?

Among Auto Parts peers, CPS holds a Quality Score of 6.8/10. Comparable companies include MNRO (QOC 6.9), SRI (QOC 6.7), CVGI (QOC 7.1). The relative ranking helps investors identify whether CPS offers better fundamental quality than alternatives in the same sector.

Is CPS a good long-term investment?

Long-term investment potential depends on fundamental quality and sustainable competitive advantages. CPS's Quality Score of 6.8/10 suggests moderate fundamentals — not a clear long-term hold without further research into growth catalysts. Check our full data page for all 13 model estimates.

What price should I buy CPS at?

CirclFi does not provide target buy prices or price alerts. However, our 6 active models produce fair value estimates ranging from $14.15 to $108.89. At $23.08, the stock trades within the range of model estimates. Many value investors look for a 20-30% margin of safety below intrinsic value before buying.

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Disclaimer: This article is produced by the CirclFi Valuation Engine using quantitative models and is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not financial advice, a buy/sell recommendation, or a solicitation to trade securities. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All data sourced from SEC EDGAR, FRED, and GDELT. Consult a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions. Full disclaimer →