Key Highlights

● Copart closed at $27.87 on October 16, trading below the analyst target.

● The consensus 12-month price target is $39, implying about 39.9% upside.

● Analysts are split 7 Buy, 4 Hold, and 1 Sell on the stock.

● Targets range from $25 to $55 across 12 analysts.

Copart (NASDAQ:CPRT), a Nasdaq-listed company, closed at $27.87 on October 16, 2026 (Friday October 16, 2026). It is a member of the Nasdaq-100. The consensus analyst price target is $39.00, which suggests potential upside of about 39.9% from the latest close if the consensus proves accurate. The online vehicle auction group has completed its acquisition of ACV Auctions while analyst opinion has become more divided.

What Is the Latest Analyst Price Target?

According to market data, 12 analysts cover the stock, with a mean target of $39.00, a median of $37, a high of $55 and a low of $25. Data date: October 13, 2026 (data last checked). The consensus rating is Buy. Targets range from $25 to $55 from a small group of 12 analysts, so single changes can move the mean. Recent actions include Barclays maintaining Sell with a $25 target on October 13, 2026, HSBC downgrading to Hold with $36 on 16 September, Argus maintaining Hold on 15 September, and Jefferies maintaining Buy with a target raised to $47 from $45 and Baird maintaining Buy with a cut to $38 from $42 on 11 September.

What Are Analysts Saying?

The rating split is 7 Buy (3 Strong Buy, 4 Buy), 4 Hold, 1 Sell. Seven of 12 analysts are at Buy, four at Hold and one at Sell. HSBC said the outlook looks increasingly challenging, while Barrington upgraded to Outperform with a $40 target. Copart's fiscal 2026 revenue was $4.67 billion, up 0.41%, with net income of $1.48 billion, down 4.39%, and US volumes declined, partly offset by double-digit growth internationally.

What Could Help the Stock Reach the Price Target?

If the consensus proves accurate, a recovery in US volumes, continued international growth and successful integration of ACV Auctions could support earnings and sentiment. The consensus target suggests there is room for recovery, but this depends on delivery and market conditions.

What Could Prevent the Stock Reaching the Target?

Risks include weaker US volumes, integration challenges following the ACV deal, and the fact that net income fell in the last fiscal year. The small analyst sample and a low target of $25, below the share price, indicate that opinion is not unanimous.

What Should Investors Watch Next?

The next earnings report is estimated for November 19, 2026, an unconfirmed estimate. Investors may monitor early commentary on the ACV integration and auction volumes. Copart reported fiscal fourth-quarter results on September 10, 2026 and completed its cash tender offer for ACV Auctions in mid-October 2026.

A Steep Climb, On Paper

The consensus target of $39.00 implies about 39.9% above the $27.87 close on October 16, 2026, but analyst forecasts can change and are not guarantees of future performance.