CLS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CLS - Celestica, Inc.
$288.73
7.05 (2.50%)
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5d:
-4.46%
30d:
+12.37%
90d:
-3.56%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Apr 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 23, 2026
20d
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Strength: 3.3/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CLS appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -8.0% annual earnings decline despite 78% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CLS appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -8.0% annual earnings decline despite 78% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$627.44
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$389.59
25.9% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CLS is currently trading at $288.73, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $262.72 to $289.89. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 22.4) compared to its historical average (28.8). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 8.0% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 77.7% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLS is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $253.11, while resistance sits at $309.38.
Market Sentiment: CLS 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 $381.39 (+32.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLS is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $253.11, while resistance sits at $309.38.
Market Sentiment: CLS 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 $381.39 (+32.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Fair Price Range
$262.72 -
$289.89
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
76.2%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 32.1% below Wall St target ($381.39)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$262.72 -
$289.89
Current vs Fair Value
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$253.11
Resistance Level
$309.38
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Apr 1, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
22.40
Wall Street Target
$381.39
(+32.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
43.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
77.7%
Profit Margin
6.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-8.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical
22.4 vs 28.8
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-8.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$265.63
(-8%)
2-Year Target
$244.38
(-15%)
3-Year Target
$224.83
(-22%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 22→29)
$289.03
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 43.7%)
$856.04
(+197%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.4, Growth: 43.7%)
$854.02
(+196%)
Bear:
(PE: 19.0, Growth: 43.7%)
$725.92
(+151%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (38x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (22x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 37.58 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.16
Bull Case
$532.82
(+86%)
Analyst growth 80.0%, PE expands to 41.3
Base Case
$484.38
(+69%)
Market implied 80.0%, PE stable at 37.6
Bear Case
$182.99
(-36%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 32.0
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 22.4 to 28.8
Stabilization Target:
$371.18
(+28.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+28.6%
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Last updated: April 02, 2026 9:02 AM ET
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3
Buys
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Sells
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