CLB Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CLB - Core Laboratories Inc.
$13.47
0.34 (2.59%)
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5d:
+0.15%
30d:
-18.17%
90d:
-25.79%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CLB shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CLB shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$33.22
Based on 12.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$20.63
34.7% Margin of Safety
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 21.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CLB is currently trading at $13.47, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $14.02 to $17.21. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 15.6) compared to its historical average (21.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 9.6% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLB is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $12.86, while resistance sits at $14.51.
Market Sentiment: CLB has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $16.33 (+21.3%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLB is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $12.86, while resistance sits at $14.51.
Market Sentiment: CLB has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $16.33 (+21.3%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$14.02 -
$17.21
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 21.3% below Wall St target ($16.33)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$14.02 -
$17.21
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$12.86
Resistance Level
$14.51
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.57
Wall Street Target
$16.33
(+21.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-1.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-31.6%
Profit Margin
5.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-9.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.6 vs 21.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-9.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$12.18
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$11.01
(-18%)
3-Year Target
$9.95
(-26%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→21)
$13.48
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 21.8%)
$34.47
(+156%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.6, Growth: 21.8%)
$24.36
(+81%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.2, Growth: 21.8%)
$20.70
(+54%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (22x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 21.52 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.61
Bull Case
$20.48
(+52%)
Analyst growth 41.8%, PE expands to 23.7
Base Case
$18.62
(+38%)
Market implied 41.8%, PE stable at 21.5
Bear Case
$8.93
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 18.3
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 15.6 to 21.1
Stabilization Target:
$18.25
(+35.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+35.5%
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