CBZ Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CBZ - CBIZ, Inc.
$40.47
2.68 (7.09%)
▲
5d:
+14.45%
30d:
+18.33%
90d:
+49.72%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
14d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: CBZ is 11.1% above its trading range ($36.42). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: CBZ is 11.1% above its trading range ($36.42). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$54.65
Based on 7.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$33.93
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 8.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CBZ is currently trading at $40.47, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $31.29 to $36.42. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.0) is in line with its historical norms (8.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.4% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CBZ is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $40.57. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 7.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: CBZ has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CBZ is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $40.57. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 7.1% recently.
Market Sentiment: CBZ has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$31.29 -
$36.42
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
53.3%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price significantly overextended (+11.1% above its trading range)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+7.1%)
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($42.60)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.4% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$31.29 -
$36.42
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$30.81
Resistance Level
$40.57
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jul 13, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.01
Wall Street Target
$42.60
(+5.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
1.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
37.7%
Profit Margin
5.6%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.4% premium
PE vs Historical
9.0 vs 8.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$41.04
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$41.61
(+3%)
3-Year Target
$42.19
(+4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→9)
PE COMPRESSION
$40.29
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 10.4%)
$131.76
(+226%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.0, Growth: 10.4%)
$54.49
(+35%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.7, Growth: 10.4%)
$46.31
(+14%)
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (15x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 14.82 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.55
Bull Case
$73.25
(+81%)
Analyst growth 76.2%, PE expands to 16.3
Base Case
$66.59
(+65%)
Market implied 76.2%, PE stable at 14.8
Bear Case
$25.70
(-37%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 12.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: July 13, 2026 7:55 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
1
Sells
0
Net
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