What is the rating for CEPT stock?

Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. (CEPT) has a "Reduce" rating based on our 6-factor quantitative model. It has a composite score of 41.7 and ranks #3318 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe with a 2-star rating.

Is CEPT a good stock to buy?

Based on our quantitative analysis, CEPT receives a "Reduce" rating with 2 out of 5 stars. Key factors include: Quality score of 35.2, Value score of 39.5, and Momentum score of 36.4. The timing score is 60, indicating "Favorable" entry conditions. This is not investment advice - please conduct your own research.

What sector is CEPT in?

Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. (CEPT) operates in the Finance, Insurance, And Real Estate sector, specifically in the Trading industry. It has a market capitalization of $0.32 billion.

What is CEPT's P/E ratio?

CEPT has a P/E (Price-to-Earnings) ratio of 33.38x. This helps investors assess whether the stock is trading at a premium or discount relative to its earnings.

Does CEPT pay a dividend?

CEPT does not currently pay a dividend.

What is CEPT's market cap?

Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. (CEPT) has a market capitalization of $0.32 billion, making it a small-cap stock.

What are the risks of investing in CEPT?

Key risk factors for CEPT include: and general market risk. As with all investments, there is risk of loss.

How does CEPT compare to peers?

Within the Finance, Insurance, And Real Estate sector, CEPT ranks #3318 overall with a quality score of 35.2/100 and value score of 39.5/100.

What is CEPT's revenue growth?

Revenue growth data is not currently available for CEPT.

What is CEPT's composite score?

Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. (CEPT) has a composite score of 41.7/100, which places it at rank #3318 out of 7,333 stocks. This score is derived from our proprietary 6-factor quantitative model that evaluates quality, value, momentum, investment efficiency, stability, and short interest.

How does CEPT compare to the S&P 500?

CEPT ranks in the top 55% of all stocks in our coverage universe with a composite score of 41.7.

What are the bull and bear cases for CEPT?

Bull case: CEPT scores highest in stability at 62/100, indicating strong performance in this area. Bear case: The weakest factor is quality at 35.2/100, which may present a risk. Our overall assessment is Reduce with 2 out of 5 stars.

Is CEPT overvalued or undervalued?

CEPT appears overvalued based on our value factor score of 39.5/100. Trading at 33.4x earnings, the stock commands a premium valuation.

What is CEPT's momentum score?

CEPT has a momentum score of 36.4/100, placing it in the weak category. This suggests recent price weakness and potential selling pressure.

When is CEPT's next earnings date?

For the latest earnings date and analysis for CEPT, visit our earnings calendar or check the CEPT stock page for real-time updates. Our AI-generated earnings reports provide in-depth analysis after each quarterly report.

Is CEPT a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. (CEPT) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 41.7/100. It is ranked #3318 out of 7,333 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 35/100, Value 40/100, Momentum 36/100. The timing signal is "Favorable". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for CEPT?

Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. (CEPT) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 41.7 ranks it #3318 among 7,333 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is CEPT in?

Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. operates in the Finance, Insurance, And Real Estate sector (Trading industry) with a market cap of $321 million. It is classified as a small-cap stock.

Does CEPT pay a dividend?

CEPT does not currently pay a regular dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits for growth.

What is CEPT's P/E ratio?

CEPT has a trailing P/E ratio of 33.38x. The Finance, Insurance, And Real Estate sector average is 11.9x. This above-average P/E reflects growth expectations or premium valuation.

How profitable is CEPT?

CEPT's quality factor score is 35/100. ROE: 0.0% vs sector average 9.0%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is CEPT valued compared to peers?

CEPT's value factor score is 40/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 33.4x. Trading at a premium relative to peers.

What is CEPT's debt level?

Debt data is not available for CEPT.

CEPT has a beta of 0.06, meaning it is less volatile than the market. Stability score: 62/100.

Does CEPT have high short interest?

CEPT's short interest factor score is 51/100 (higher = less short selling). Moderate short interest.

CEPT Stock Analysis — Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. Price Target & Forecast 2026

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CEPT Stock Analysis — Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. Price Target & Forecast 2026 | Blank Capital Research

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Finance, Insurance, And Real Estate

Industry

Trading

Market Cap

$321M

Leadership

Brandon Lutnick

Business Summary

We are a blank check company incorporated on November 11, 2020 as a Cayman Islands exempted company for the purpose of effecting a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses, which we refer to throughout this prospectus as our initial business combination. Our executive offices are located in New York, New York.

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Headcount

Location

HQ Base

NEW YORK, New York

Fundamental Spot Check

Context: 2025

Valuation

Market Cap

$321M

P/E Ratio

33.4xLagging

P/B Ratio

P/S Ratio

EV/EBITDA

Dividend Yield

0.00%

Efficiency & Risk

Gross Margin

Operating Margin

ROE

0.0%

Rev Growth (YoY)

Debt/Equity

Beta

0.06

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1/6

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$SII SPROTT INC.		75	91	87	98	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	$0	VS
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$CBOE Cboe Global Markets, Inc.		68	75	63	77	21.3x	15.7x	24.0%	13.7%	41.7%	32.4%	26.4%	8.2%	1.1%	30.0x	$25.7B	VS
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$CEPT Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc.		42	35	40	36	33.4x	-	0.0%	3.9%	-	-	-	-	0.0%	-	$321M
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Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. (CEPT) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 41.7/100. It ranks #3318 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 2-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.

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Equity Research Analysis: Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. (CEPT)

FEBRUARY 2026|Blank Capital Research Unit|Spot: $11.22

Price$11.22

Composite Score41.7/100

RatingREDUCE (2★)

Rank#3318 OF 7,333

Market Cap$321M

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Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc.

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Sector Decomposition auditFinance, Insurance, And Real Estate [N=1000]

Factor	Global	Sector	Tilt
PROFITABILITY	35	69	-34DRAG
MOMENTUM	36	34	+2NEUTRAL
VALUATION	40	42	-2NEUTRAL
INVESTMENT	43	83	-40DRAG
STABILITY	62	70	-8DRAG
SHORT INT	51	58	-7DRAG

Global = full universe. Sector = relative to industry peers. Positive tilt indicates idiosyncratic strength.

Executive Summary

Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. receives a Reduce rating from our analysis, with a composite score of 41.7/100 and 2 out of 5 stars, ranking #3318 out of 7,333 stocks. CEPT's factor profile shows weakness across multiple dimensions, suggesting the stock may underperform going forward. Existing holders may want to consider trimming positions or tightening stop-losses.

Business Quality

CEPT's quality score of 35/100 is below average, suggesting challenges with profitability or capital efficiency. The company reports a return on equity of 0.0% (sector avg: 9.0%). Investors should examine whether management is actively addressing these weaknesses or if they reflect structural industry headwinds.

Intrinsic Valuation

With a value score of 40/100, CEPT appears somewhat expensive relative to its fundamentals. Key valuation metrics include a P/E ratio of 33.38x. Investors paying a premium here are likely betting on above-average growth or margin expansion to justify current prices.

Capital Reinvestment

With an investment score of 43/100, CEPT exhibits moderate growth-oriented spending. Key growth metrics include a return on assets of 3.9% (sector: 1.3%). The company appears to be balancing growth investments with capital returns, though the pace of investment may not be enough to accelerate top-line growth meaningfully.

Market Momentum

CEPT is currently showing below-average momentum at 36/100, which may indicate weakening institutional interest or negative sentiment shifts. Revenue growth data is not currently available, while a beta of 0.06 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. Investors should note that declining momentum can precede further price weakness, though contrarian opportunities sometimes emerge at these levels.

Balance Sheet Health

With a stability score of 62/100, CEPT exhibits average financial resilience. Key stability metrics include a beta of 0.06. While the balance sheet is not a major concern, the stock is subject to typical market volatility and may experience sharper drawdowns during risk-off episodes.

Institutional Risk Profile

The short interest score of 51/100 for CEPT suggests somewhat elevated bearish positioning by institutional traders. Specific risk factors include small-cap liquidity risk. With a $321M market cap (small-cap), Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. may experience above-average volatility. Investors should consider whether the short thesis has merit or if it creates a potential short-squeeze opportunity.

Sector Benchmark Analysis

Cantor Equity Partners II, Inc. is a small-cap company in the Finance, Insurance, And Real Estate sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #3318 of 7,333 overall (55th percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of 0.0% trailing the 9.0% sector median. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Finance, Insurance, And Real Estate peers.

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