Core Laboratories (CLB) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CLB - Core Laboratories Inc.
$9.40
-0.73 (-7.21%)
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5d:
-3.89%
30d:
-11.57%
90d:
-19.45%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: CLB shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: CLB shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$24.19
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$15.02
37.4% 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 18.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CLB is currently trading at $9.40, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $9.67 to $11.12. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 13.6) compared to its historical average (18.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 8.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLB is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $9.13. 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 7.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: CLB scores 20/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $15.00 (+59.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLB is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $9.13. 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 7.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: CLB scores 20/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $15.00 (+59.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$9.67 -
$11.12
Company Quality Score
44/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
52.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (20/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-7.2%)
- BULLISH: Trading 59.6% below Wall St target ($15.00)
- WARNING: Composite score 44/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$9.67 -
$11.12
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$9.13
Resistance Level
$10.35
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.62
Wall Street Target
$15.00
(+59.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-4.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-41.2%
Profit Margin
4.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-8.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
13.6 vs 18.0
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Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-8.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$8.57
(-9%)
2-Year Target
$7.82
(-17%)
3-Year Target
$7.13
(-24%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 14→18)
$9.42
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 36.2%)
$34.60
(+268%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.6, Growth: 36.2%)
$23.74
(+153%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.6, Growth: 36.2%)
$20.18
(+115%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (19x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (14x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 19.48 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.52
Bull Case
$14.79
(+57%)
Analyst growth 32.7%, PE expands to 21.4
Base Case
$13.44
(+43%)
Market implied 32.7%, PE stable at 19.5
Bear Case
$6.89
(-27%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 16.6
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 13.6 to 18.0
Stabilization Target:
$12.42
(+32.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+32.1%
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Last updated: October 22, 2026 11:32 PM ET
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