CLF Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CLF - Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.
$9.28
-0.25 (-2.62%)
▼
5d:
-1.28%
30d:
-30.07%
90d:
-4.53%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 17, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 23, 2026
3d
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Strength: 10.0/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CLF trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -7.8% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: CLF trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -7.8% 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
$13.44
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$8.35
Trading above historical range
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: CLF is currently trading at $9.28, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $9.31 to $12.49. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 24.2) compared to its historical average (30.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 7.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLF is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $9.16. 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 $10.56 (+13.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLF is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $9.16. 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 $10.56 (+13.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$9.31 -
$12.49
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
77.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($10.56)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$9.31 -
$12.49
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$9.16
Resistance Level
$10.08
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jul 17, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
24.19
Wall Street Target
$10.56
(+13.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-99.4%
Profit Margin
-6.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-7.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
24.2 vs 30.9
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-7.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$8.56
(-8%)
2-Year Target
$7.89
(-15%)
3-Year Target
$7.27
(-22%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 24→31)
$9.29
(+0%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 24.2 to 30.9
Stabilization Target:
$11.86
(+27.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+27.8%
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Last updated: July 19, 2026 10:50 AM ET
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