CLS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CLS - Celestica, Inc.
$358.55
-23.04 (-6.04%)
▼
5d:
-4.53%
30d:
-6.22%
90d:
+27.75%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 27, 2026
0d
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Strength: 4.4/10
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CLS shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 5.7% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CLS shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 5.7% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$731.17
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$454.00
21.0% 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 $358.55, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $345.65 to $412.84. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 23.9) compared to its historical average (28.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.7% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 147.3% 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 $357.55. 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 6.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $443.00 (+23.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLS is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $357.55. 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 6.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $443.00 (+23.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$345.65 -
$412.84
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
74.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-6.0%)
- BULLISH: Trading 23.6% below Wall St target ($443.00)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$345.65 -
$412.84
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$357.55
Resistance Level
$435.00
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
23.87
Wall Street Target
$443.00
(+23.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
52.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
147.3%
Profit Margin
7.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
23.9 vs 28.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$338.11
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$318.84
(-11%)
3-Year Target
$300.67
(-16%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 24→28)
$357.68
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 23.9, Growth: 45.9%)
$1114.60
(+211%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.1, Growth: 45.9%)
$1030.41
(+187%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.8, Growth: 45.9%)
$875.85
(+144%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (46x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (24x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 46.31 | Current EPS (TTM): $8.24
Bull Case
$765.06
(+113%)
Analyst growth 82.3%, PE expands to 50.9
Base Case
$695.51
(+94%)
Market implied 82.3%, PE stable at 46.3
Bear Case
$259.48
(-28%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 39.4
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 23.9 to 28.4
Stabilization Target:
$426.53
(+19.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+19.0%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
6
Sells
Net
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