CLB Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CLB - Core Laboratories Inc.
$13.36
-0.24 (-1.76%)
▼
5d:
-4.71%
30d:
-3.05%
90d:
-19.23%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 3, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 22, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CLB trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -8.4% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CLB trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -8.4% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$33.80
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$20.99
36.3% 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 20.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CLB is currently trading at $13.36, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $12.98 to $15.26. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 15.6) compared to its historical average (20.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 8.4% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLB is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $13.38. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
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 $16.33 (+22.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLB is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $13.38. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
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 $16.33 (+22.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$12.98 -
$15.26
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 22.3% below Wall St target ($16.33)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$12.98 -
$15.26
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$13.39
Resistance Level
$14.66
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.63
Wall Street Target
$16.33
(+22.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-1.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-31.6%
Profit Margin
5.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-8.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.6 vs 20.3
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-8.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$12.24
(-8%)
2-Year Target
$11.21
(-16%)
3-Year Target
$10.27
(-23%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16→20)
$13.34
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.9, Growth: 58.3%)
$63.22
(+373%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.6, Growth: 58.3%)
$45.09
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.3, Growth: 58.3%)
$38.33
(+187%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (23x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 22.98 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.61
Bull Case
$21.62
(+55%)
Analyst growth 40.2%, PE expands to 25.3
Base Case
$19.65
(+41%)
Market implied 40.2%, PE stable at 23.0
Bear Case
$9.53
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 19.5
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 15.6 to 20.3
Stabilization Target:
$17.36
(+29.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+29.9%
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