CLF Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CLF - Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.
$10.93
-0.06 (-0.55%)
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5d:
+2.63%
30d:
+13.15%
90d:
+1.58%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 20, 2026
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Strength: 7.4/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CLF shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CLF 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
$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.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CLF is currently trading at $10.93, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $9.21 to $10.75. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 23.6) compared to its historical average (33.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 10.9% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLF is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $10.06, while resistance sits at $11.42.
Market Sentiment: CLF has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLF is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $10.06, while resistance sits at $11.42.
Market Sentiment: CLF has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. 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
Historical Trading Range
$9.21 -
$10.75
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($10.67)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$9.21 -
$10.75
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$10.06
Resistance Level
$11.42
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
23.61
Wall Street Target
$10.67
(-2.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-99.4%
Profit Margin
-6.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-10.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
23.6 vs 33.3
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-10.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$9.84
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$8.85
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$7.97
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 24→33)
$11.24
(+3%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 23.6 to 33.3
Stabilization Target:
$15.41
(+41.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+41.0%
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Last updated: May 14, 2026 11:17 PM ET
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