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Market sentiment signals for CenterPoint Energy (CNP): analyst consensus, short interest, options flow and insider activity.
Analyst Consensus
Buy
20 analysts
Options Flow (P/C)
0.57
More calls — Bullish
Avg Consensus PT
$41
+4.5%
Highest Price Target
$49
+26.4%
Lowest Price Target
$28
-27.8%
Short Interest
9.0%
Rising — Bearish
Insider Activity (30d)
Net Buyer
Short Interest — % of Float
| Date | Firm | Analyst & Accuracy | Upside / Downside | PT Change | Action | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | David Arcaro— | +0.6% | $40 → $39 | Maintained | Equal-Weight |
| Aug 17, 2026 | Evercore ISI Group | Nicholas Amicucci— | +10.9% | $45 → $43 | Maintained | In-Line |