CLS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CLS - Celestica, Inc.
$257.27
-22.95 (-8.19%)
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5d:
-10.35%
30d:
-7.33%
90d:
-15.25%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 30, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 23, 2026
23d
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Strength: 7.1/10
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: CLS is down 10.4% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: CLS is down 10.4% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
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
34.0% 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 $257.27, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $262.81 to $290.77. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 20.0) compared to its historical average (29.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 11.7% 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. The price is currently testing key support at $257.50. 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 8.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $381.39 (+48.2%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLS is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $257.50. 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 8.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $381.39 (+48.2%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Fair Price Range
$262.81 -
$290.77
Company Quality Score
51/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
74.8%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-8.2%)
- BULLISH: Trading 48.2% below Wall St target ($381.39)
- WARNING: Recommendation downgraded due to -10.4% 5-day decline - wait for stabilization
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$262.81 -
$290.77
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$257.50
Resistance Level
$309.38
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
19.96
Wall Street Target
$381.39
(+48.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
43.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
77.7%
Profit Margin
6.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-11.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
20.0 vs 29.0
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Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-11.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$231.54
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$208.39
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$187.55
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 20→29)
$272.47
(+6%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 43.7%)
$854.02
(+232%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.0, Growth: 43.7%)
$762.76
(+197%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.0, Growth: 43.7%)
$648.35
(+152%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (38x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (20x 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 20.0 to 29.0
Stabilization Target:
$373.75
(+45.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+45.3%
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Last updated: March 30, 2026 5:59 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
3
Buys
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Sells
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