CBZ Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CBZ - CBIZ, Inc.
$27.01
0.88 (3.37%)
▲
5d:
+1.2%
30d:
-5.69%
90d:
-48.97%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 30, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 23, 2026
22d
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CBZ trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -14.5% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CBZ trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -14.5% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$66.75
Based on 9.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$41.44
34.8% 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 10.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CBZ is currently trading at $27.01, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $25.90 to $29.06. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 6.2) compared to its historical average (10.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 14.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CBZ is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $27.51. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: CBZ has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $50.00 (+85.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CBZ is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $27.51. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: CBZ has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $50.00 (+85.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Fair Price Range
$25.90 -
$29.06
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
88.1%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.4%)
- BULLISH: Trading 85.1% below Wall St target ($50.00)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$25.90 -
$29.06
Current vs Fair Value
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$24.29
Resistance Level
$27.51
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
6.25
Wall Street Target
$50.00
(+85.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
17.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-31.4%
Profit Margin
4.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-14.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
6.3 vs 10.0
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-14.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$24.31
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$21.88
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$19.69
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 6→10)
$31.50
(+17%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 14.3%)
$144.01
(+433%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 6.3, Growth: 14.3%)
$40.28
(+49%)
Bear:
(PE: 5.3, Growth: 14.3%)
$34.24
(+27%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (15x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (6x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 14.77 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.83
Bull Case
$59.44
(+123%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 16.2
Base Case
$54.04
(+103%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 14.8
Bear Case
$18.37
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 12.6
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 6.3 to 10.0
Stabilization Target:
$43.20
(+60.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+60.0%
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Last updated: March 30, 2026 10:46 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
1
Sells
+
Net
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