Is CLF stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, CLF is currently a HOLD with low confidence. 📊 HOLD: CLF shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

What is the fair value of CLF stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for CLF to be between $9.23 and $10.75. The current price is $10.31.

What is the analyst price target for CLF?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for CLF is $10.67. This implies a potential upside of 3.5% from current levels.

CLF Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

CLF - Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.

METAL MINING

$10.31

-0.62 (-5.67%) ▼

5d: -6.44%

30d: +6.07%

90d: -0.67%

HOLD

LOW Confidence

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Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Apr 20, 2026 0d

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Strength: 4.9/10

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CLF shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 10.0%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$16.22

Based on 7.0% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$10.07

Trading above historical range

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 25.0x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: CLF is currently trading at $10.31, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $9.23 to $10.75. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 22.3) compared to its historical average (33.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 12.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.

Technical Outlook: Technically, CLF is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $10.13. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 5.7% recently.

Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. 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 FAIR

Historical Trading Range $9.23 - $10.75

Company Quality Score 56/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 62.9%

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All Signals

NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BEARISH: Downward momentum (-5.7%)
NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($10.67)
CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -6.4% 5-day decline

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $9.23 - $10.75

Current vs Trading Range FAIR

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $10.13

Resistance Level $11.42

Current Trend Strong Uptrend

Technical data as of May 15, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 22.27

Wall Street Target $10.67 (+3.5%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 6.3%

Earnings Growth (YoY) -99.4%

Profit Margin -6.4%

Valuation Discount vs History -12.5% cheaper

PE vs Historical 22.3 vs 33.2 CHEAP

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -12.5% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $9.28 (-10%)

2-Year Target $8.35 (-19%)

3-Year Target $7.52 (-27%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 22→33) $11.20 (+9%)

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 22.3 to 33.2

Stabilization Target: $15.37 (+49.1%)

PE Expansion Potential: +49.1%

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