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CrowdStrike (CRWD) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$191.95 +1.61 (+0.85%)
As of 08/21/2026 04:00 PM Eastern

CrowdStrike - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
2
Hold
12
Buy
36

Based on 50 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for CrowdStrike in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 50 analysts, 2 have given a sell rating, 12 have given a hold rating, and 36 have given a buy rating for CRWD.

Consensus Price Target

$198.91
3.62% Upside
According to the 50 analysts' twelve-month price targets for CrowdStrike, the average price target is $198.91. The highest price target for CRWD is $256.00, while the lowest price target for CRWD is $92.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 3.62% from the current price of $191.95.
MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.
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CRWD Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
8/22/25 to 8/22/26
1 Month Ago
7/23/25 to 7/23/26
3 Months Ago
5/24/25 to 5/24/26
1 Year Ago
8/22/24 to 8/22/25
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
36 Buy rating(s)
35 Buy rating(s)
36 Buy rating(s)
26 Buy rating(s)
Hold
12 Hold rating(s)
13 Hold rating(s)
13 Hold rating(s)
17 Hold rating(s)
Sell
2 Sell rating(s)
2 Sell rating(s)
2 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$198.91$183.85$135.95$115.20
Forecasted Upside3.62% Upside0.23% Upside-18.04% Downside9.57% Upside
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate Buy

CRWD Analyst Recommendations By Month

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CRWD Price Targets by Month

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CrowdStrike Stock vs. The Competition

TypeCrowdStrikeTechnology CompaniesBroader Market
Consensus Rating Score
2.68
2.23
2.53
Consensus RatingModerate BuyHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside3.62% Upside386.25% Upside12.34% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
8/21/2026
Scotiabank logo
Scotiabank
4 of 5 stars
Patrick Colville
Patrick Colville
3 of 5 stars
Reiterated RatingOutperform
8/21/2026
KeyCorp logo
KeyCorp
2 of 5 stars
Eric Heath
Eric Heath
2 of 5 stars
Reiterated RatingOverweight$234.00 ➝ $240.00+26.09%
8/20/2026
Evercore Inc logo
Evercore
3 of 5 stars
 Reiterated RatingPositive$205.00+1.67%
8/20/2026 Reiterated RatingNeutral
8/20/2026Boost TargetOverweight$200.00 ➝ $235.00+21.69%
8/19/2026Set TargetOutperform$175.00 ➝ $240.00+19.38%
8/19/2026Set TargetBuy$187.50 ➝ $245.00+15.07%
8/19/2026Lower TargetOverweight$725.00 ➝ $250.00+17.41%
8/18/2026Reiterated RatingBuy$230.00 ➝ $250.00+16.88%
8/18/2026Set TargetOverweight$169.00 ➝ $235.00+9.86%
8/17/2026Reiterated RatingMixed$181.25 ➝ $230.00+6.02%
8/17/2026Reiterated RatingBuy$175.00 ➝ $235.00+8.32%
8/14/2026 Reiterated RatingOutperform
8/14/2026Reiterated RatingOutperform$188.75 ➝ $256.00+13.51%
8/12/2026Reiterated RatingMarket Outperform
8/12/2026Boost TargetMarket Outperform$195.00 ➝ $230.00+3.51%
7/27/2026Initiated CoverageBuy$230.00+27.70%
7/22/2026Boost TargetBuy$200.00 ➝ $230.00+20.32%
7/21/2026Reiterated RatingOverweight$172.00 ➝ $227.00+16.54%
7/17/2026Boost TargetBuy$220.00 ➝ $230.00+12.88%
7/15/2026Reiterated RatingBuy$191.00 ➝ $237.00+12.47%
7/13/2026Lower TargetBuy$206.25 ➝ $206.00+10.05%
7/9/2026Lower TargetBuy$780.00 ➝ $235.00+22.96%
7/7/2026Boost TargetBuy$198.00 ➝ $235.00+20.28%
6/29/2026Set TargetBuyNeutral$182.50+4.12%
6/24/2026 Boost TargetHold$167.50 ➝ $181.25+6.76%
6/9/2026 Boost TargetOutperform$125.00 ➝ $187.50+16.20%
6/5/2026Set TargetBuyHold$180.00+0.13%
6/5/2026 Boost TargetBuy$111.50 ➝ $192.75+10.94%
6/4/2026Boost TargetNeutral$122.50 ➝ $130.00-25.14%
6/4/2026Boost TargetPositive$118.75 ➝ $200.00+7.01%
6/4/2026Boost TargetHold$100.00 ➝ $168.75-9.71%
6/4/2026Reiterated RatingOverweight$130.00 ➝ $187.50+0.32%
6/4/2026Boost TargetNeutral$133.75 ➝ $187.50+0.32%
6/4/2026Lower TargetBuy$193.75 ➝ $190.00+1.66%
6/4/2026 Reiterated RatingBuy$181.50-2.89%
6/4/2026 Boost TargetOverweight$166.25 ➝ $200.75+17.82%
6/4/2026 Boost TargetOutperform$112.50 ➝ $187.50+10.05%
6/4/2026 Boost TargetOverweight$122.50 ➝ $197.50+15.97%
6/4/2026Boost TargetNeutral$100.00 ➝ $130.00-23.40%
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6/4/2026 Boost TargetBuy$127.50 ➝ $196.25+15.63%
6/4/2026Boost TargetBuy$113.75 ➝ $191.25+11.42%
6/4/2026Boost TargetOutperform$175.00 ➝ $180.00-3.69%
6/4/2026Boost TargetOutperform$171.25 ➝ $186.25-0.35%
6/2/2026 Reiterated RatingSell (D-)
5/19/2026 DowngradeBuySell$125.00-19.20%
3/30/2026UpgradePeer PerformOutperform$112.50+21.76%
3/4/2026Boost TargetMarket Perform$88.25 ➝ $92.00-5.98%
3/3/2026 UpgradeStrong SellHold
1/27/2026Reiterated RatingNeutral$121.25+1.85%
10/15/2025Reiterated RatingHold
8/28/2025 Set Target$115.00+4.07%
7/10/2025Reiterated RatingBuyHold$129.25 ➝ $138.75+13.91%
11/18/2024 Initiated CoverageMarket Perform$73.75-13.99%

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Should I Buy CrowdStrike Stock? CRWD Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Friday, August 21, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these CrowdStrike pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

CrowdStrike
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc.:

  • The current stock price is around $200, reflecting strong market interest and confidence in the company's growth potential.
  • CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. has a robust institutional ownership of over 71%, indicating strong support from large investors who often conduct extensive research before investing.
  • The company has demonstrated significant growth in its customer base and revenue, driven by increasing demand for cybersecurity solutions in a digital-first world.
  • Its flagship product, the CrowdStrike Falcon platform, offers advanced cloud-native security solutions that are well-regarded in the industry, positioning the company as a leader in cybersecurity.
  • Recent investments from major hedge funds suggest a bullish outlook on the company's future performance, which can be a positive signal for potential investors.

CrowdStrike
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. for these reasons:

  • The cybersecurity market is highly competitive, with numerous players vying for market share, which could impact CrowdStrike's growth and profitability.
  • Despite its strong performance, the stock price can be volatile, influenced by market trends and investor sentiment, which may pose risks for short-term investors.
  • High institutional ownership can lead to significant price fluctuations if large investors decide to sell their shares, potentially impacting stock stability.
  • The company faces ongoing challenges related to cybersecurity threats, which require continuous innovation and investment, potentially straining financial resources.
  • As a growth-oriented company, CrowdStrike may prioritize expansion over profitability in the short term, which could lead to concerns about its financial health among conservative investors.

CRWD Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 50 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for CrowdStrike is $198.91, with a high forecast of $256.00 and a low forecast of $92.00.

50 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for CrowdStrike in the last year. There are currently 2 sell ratings, 12 hold ratings and 36 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" CRWD shares.

According to analysts, CrowdStrike's stock has a predicted upside of 3.62% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, CrowdStrike's stock had 1 downgrade by analysts.

Analysts like CrowdStrike more than other "technology" companies. The consensus rating for CrowdStrike is Moderate Buy while the average consensus rating for "technology" companies is Hold. Learn more on how CRWD compares to other companies.


This page (NASDAQ:CRWD) was last updated on 8/22/2026 by MarketBeat.com Staff.
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