CLB Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CLB - Core Laboratories Inc.
$19.54
-0.10 (-0.51%)
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BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Feb 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CLB shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 4.9% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CLB shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 4.9% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$19.54
Based on 2.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$12.13
Trading above fair value
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 22.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CLB is currently trading at $19.54, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $16.99 to $19.60. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 26.3) compared to its historical average (22.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 4.9% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLB is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $18.49, while resistance sits at $20.36.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (11th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $14.50. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLB is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $18.49, while resistance sits at $20.36.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (11th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $14.50. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Fair Price Range
$16.99 -
$19.60
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
11th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
63.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 11th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading 26.2% above Wall St target ($14.50)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 4.9% growth which is achievable
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$16.99 -
$19.60
Current vs Fair Value
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$2.20
(11.3%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$18.49
Resistance Level
$20.36
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
26.30
Wall Street Target
$14.50
(-26.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
0.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
20.0%
Profit Margin
6.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+4.9% premium
PE vs Historical
26.3 vs 22.8
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+4.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$20.60
(+5%)
2-Year Target
$21.61
(+10%)
3-Year Target
$22.67
(+15%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 26→23)
PE COMPRESSION
$19.65
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 26.3, Growth: 1.6%)
$20.59
(+5%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.3, Growth: 1.6%)
$17.46
(-11%)
Bear:
(PE: 19.0, Growth: 1.6%)
$14.84
(-24%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (29x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (26x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 28.93 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.68
Bull Case
$23.76
(+21%)
Analyst growth 9.8%, PE expands to 31.8
Base Case
$21.60
(+10%)
Market implied 9.8%, PE stable at 28.9
Bear Case
$13.38
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 24.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
Last updated: January 30, 2026 5:58 PM ET
Data refreshes hourly during market hours. Next update: 6:58 PM
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