Core Laboratories (CLB) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CLB - Core Laboratories Inc.
$12.50
-0.03 (-0.24%)
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5d:
-0.24%
30d:
+0.4%
90d:
-5.66%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CLB is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -1.3% 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 -1.3% 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
$25.34
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$15.73
20.5% 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 18.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CLB is currently trading at $12.50, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $11.77 to $12.70. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.8) is in line with its historical norms (18.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.3% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLB is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $11.48, while resistance sits at $12.94.
Market Sentiment: CLB scores 24/100 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 $15.17 (+21.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLB is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $11.48, while resistance sits at $12.94.
Market Sentiment: CLB scores 24/100 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 $15.17 (+21.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$11.77 -
$12.70
Company Quality Score
38/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
42.9%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (24/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 21.3% below Wall St target ($15.17)
- WARNING: Composite score 38/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$11.77 -
$12.70
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$11.48
Resistance Level
$12.94
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.77
Wall Street Target
$15.17
(+21.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-4.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-41.2%
Profit Margin
4.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
17.8 vs 18.5
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$12.34
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$12.18
(-3%)
3-Year Target
$12.02
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18â19)
$12.51
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 54.0%)
$47.88
(+283%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.8, Growth: 54.0%)
$42.19
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.1, Growth: 54.0%)
$35.86
(+187%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (24x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 24.10 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.52
Bull Case
$18.64
(+49%)
Analyst growth 35.2%, PE expands to 26.5
Base Case
$16.95
(+36%)
Market implied 35.2%, PE stable at 24.1
Bear Case
$8.52
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 20.5
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 17.8 to 18.5
Stabilization Target:
$13.01
(+4.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+4.1%
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Last updated: September 12, 2026 12:56 PM ET
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