CLH Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CLH - Clean Harbors, Inc
$297.00
6.96 (2.40%)
▲
5d:
+5.0%
30d:
+1.37%
90d:
+26.66%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Apr 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 29, 2026
26d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CLH shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CLH 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
$358.38
Based on 8.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$222.53
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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CLH is currently trading at $297.00, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $282.66 to $293.07. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 30.8) is in line with its historical norms (31.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.1% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 4.9% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLH is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $299.55. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
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 (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLH is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $299.55. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
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 (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. 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
EXTENDED
Fair Price Range
$282.66 -
$293.07
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
56.5%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($302.08)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$282.66 -
$293.07
Current vs Fair Value
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$11.57
(3.9%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$275.00
Resistance Level
$299.55
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Apr 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
30.84
Wall Street Target
$302.08
(+4.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
4.9%
Profit Margin
6.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
30.8 vs 31.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$289.75
(0%)
2-Year Target
$289.46
(0%)
3-Year Target
$289.17
(0%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 31→31)
$290.67
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 30.8, Growth: 13.7%)
$425.77
(+47%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.4, Growth: 13.7%)
$308.56
(+6%)
Bear:
(PE: 19.0, Growth: 13.7%)
$262.27
(-10%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (38x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (31x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 37.90 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.28
Bull Case
$390.12
(+36%)
Analyst growth 28.6%, PE expands to 41.7
Base Case
$354.65
(+24%)
Market implied 28.6%, PE stable at 37.9
Bear Case
$187.60
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 32.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡
Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 30.8 to 31.0
Stabilization Target:
$291.54
(+0.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+0.5%
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Last updated: April 02, 2026 4:50 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
5
Sells
Net
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