CLB Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CLB - Core Laboratories Inc.
$11.35
0.17 (1.52%)
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5d:
+6.67%
30d:
+3.28%
90d:
-15.61%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 7, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CLB is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -3.4% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CLB is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -3.4% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$24.45
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$15.18
25.2% 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 18.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CLB is currently trading at $11.35, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $10.71 to $11.60. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 16.8) is in line with its historical norms (18.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.4% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLB is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $9.79, while resistance sits at $11.71.
Market Sentiment: CLB scores 65/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $15.50 (+36.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLB is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $9.79, while resistance sits at $11.71.
Market Sentiment: CLB scores 65/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $15.50 (+36.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$10.71 -
$11.60
Company Quality Score
47/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
83.3%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (65/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 36.6% below Wall St target ($15.50)
- WARNING: Composite score 47/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$10.71 -
$11.60
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$9.79
Resistance Level
$11.71
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 7, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.81
Wall Street Target
$15.50
(+36.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-4.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-41.2%
Profit Margin
4.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
16.8 vs 18.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$10.96
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$10.59
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$10.23
(-10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 17â19)
$11.32
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 57.0%)
$46.09
(+306%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.8, Growth: 57.0%)
$38.31
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.3, Growth: 57.0%)
$32.56
(+187%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (21x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (17x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 21.09 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.53
Bull Case
$15.66
(+38%)
Analyst growth 27.4%, PE expands to 23.2
Base Case
$14.24
(+26%)
Market implied 27.4%, PE stable at 21.1
Bear Case
$7.60
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.9
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 16.8 to 18.6
Stabilization Target:
$12.56
(+10.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+10.6%
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Last updated: August 10, 2026 5:19 AM ET
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