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Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CP) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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C$130.32 +0.26 (+0.20%)
As of 07/24/2026 04:00 PM Eastern

Canadian Pacific Kansas City - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
4
Buy
10

Based on 14 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Canadian Pacific Kansas City in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 14 analysts, 4 have given a hold rating, 9 have given a buy rating, and 1 has given a strong buy rating for CP.

Consensus Price Target

C$130.43
0.08% Upside
According to the 14 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Canadian Pacific Kansas City, the average price target is C$130.43. The highest price target for CP is C$145.00, while the lowest price target for CP is C$86.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 0.08% from the current price of C$130.32.
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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CP Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
7/25/25 to 7/25/26
1 Month Ago
6/25/25 to 6/25/26
3 Months Ago
4/26/25 to 4/26/26
1 Year Ago
7/25/24 to 7/25/25
Strong Buy
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
3 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
9 Buy rating(s)
9 Buy rating(s)
8 Buy rating(s)
8 Buy rating(s)
Hold
4 Hold rating(s)
3 Hold rating(s)
4 Hold rating(s)
5 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price TargetC$130.43C$124.64C$121.00C$120.62
Forecasted Upside0.08% Upside0.77% Upside1.92% Upside14.41% Upside
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate Buy

CP Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.
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CP Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.
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Canadian Pacific Kansas City Stock vs. The Competition

TypeCanadian Pacific Kansas CityIndustrials Companies
Consensus Rating Score
2.79
2.43
Consensus RatingModerate BuyHold
News Sentiment Rating
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Positive News
DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
7/16/2026
Scotiabank logo
Scotiabank
4 of 5 stars
 Boost TargetHoldStrong-BuyC$122.00 ➝ C$143.00+9.44%
7/15/2026
Citizens Jmp logo
Citizens Jmp
4 of 5 stars
 UpgradeHold
7/14/2026 Boost TargetOutperformC$125.00 ➝ C$140.00+8.12%
7/10/2026 Boost TargetOutperformC$130.00 ➝ C$137.00+7.09%
7/10/2026 Boost TargetC$117.00 ➝ C$128.00+0.05%
7/9/2026 Boost TargetBuyC$131.00 ➝ C$141.00+9.71%
7/8/2026 UpgradeHold
6/26/2026 Boost TargetOutperformC$125.00 ➝ C$132.00+6.51%
6/26/2026 Boost TargetC$135.00 ➝ C$145.00+17.00%
6/24/2026 Boost TargetOutperformC$127.00 ➝ C$139.00+14.98%
6/15/2026 Boost TargetOutperformC$132.00 ➝ C$142.00+13.92%
4/30/2026 Boost TargetC$120.00 ➝ C$133.00+13.06%
3/31/2026 Boost TargetC$117.00 ➝ C$125.00+14.87%
1/29/2026 Lower TargetHoldC$116.00 ➝ C$112.00+10.20%
1/29/2026 Lower TargetBuyC$88.00 ➝ C$86.00-15.38%
10/30/2025 Boost TargetOutperformC$122.00 ➝ C$123.00+20.27%
6/2/2025DowngradeStrong-BuyHold
5/1/2025 Boost TargetC$113.00 ➝ C$116.00+14.87%
2/3/2025DowngradeStrong-BuyStrong Sell
1/8/2025UpgradeHoldStrong-Buy
10/24/2024UpgradeHoldStrong-Buy

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Should I Buy Canadian Pacific Kansas City Stock? CP 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 Sunday, July 19, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these Canadian Pacific Kansas City pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Canadian Pacific Kansas City
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited:

  • The current stock price is around C$118, which reflects a strong position in the market and potential for growth.
  • Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited has a low dividend payout ratio of 20.36%, indicating that the company retains a significant portion of its earnings for reinvestment, which can lead to future growth.
  • The company reported a robust net margin of 27.03%, showcasing its efficiency in converting revenue into profit, which is attractive for investors seeking profitability.
  • With a return on equity of 8.78%, Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited demonstrates effective management of shareholder equity, suggesting a solid return for investors.
  • As the only single-line transnational railway linking Canada, the United States, and Mexico, the company has a unique competitive advantage and access to major markets, enhancing its growth potential.

Canadian Pacific Kansas City
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited for these reasons:

  • Insider selling has been notable, with over 99,000 shares sold recently, which may indicate a lack of confidence among insiders regarding the company's future performance.
  • The stock has experienced fluctuations, with a 12-month low of C$96.50, suggesting potential volatility that could deter risk-averse investors.
  • Despite strong earnings, the anticipated earnings per share for the current fiscal year is around 4.34, which may not meet investor expectations for growth.
  • With only 0.03% of the company's stock owned by insiders, there may be a lack of alignment between management and shareholder interests, which can be a red flag for investors.
  • The competitive landscape in the freight transportation sector is intense, and any economic downturn could impact the company's performance and profitability.

CP Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 14 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Canadian Pacific Kansas City is C$130.43, with a high forecast of C$145.00 and a low forecast of C$86.00.

14 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Canadian Pacific Kansas City in the last year. There are currently 4 hold ratings, 9 buy ratings and 1 strong buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" CP shares.

According to analysts, Canadian Pacific Kansas City's stock has a predicted upside of 0.08% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, Canadian Pacific Kansas City's stock had 2 upgrades by analysts.

Analysts like Canadian Pacific Kansas City more than other "industrials" companies. The consensus rating for Canadian Pacific Kansas City is Moderate Buy while the average consensus rating for "industrials" companies is Hold. Learn more on how CP compares to other companies.


This page (TSE:CP) was last updated on 7/25/2026 by MarketBeat.com Staff.
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