CLF Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CLF - Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.
$9.71
0.31 (3.30%)
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5d:
-0.61%
30d:
-21.76%
90d:
+7.41%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 23, 2026
9d
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Strength: 8.0/10
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1 traders called CLF this week
100% bullish • 0 bearish
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Interactive Price Chart (1 Month)
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CLF shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CLF shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$15.13
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$9.39
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 $9.71, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $9.60 to $13.08. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 22.5) compared to its historical average (31.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 10.2% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLF is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $9.11, while resistance sits at $10.92. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: CLF has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $10.86 (+11.8%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLF is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $9.11, while resistance sits at $10.92. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: CLF has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $10.86 (+11.8%). 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
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$9.60 -
$13.08
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
59.5%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.3%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($10.86)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$9.60 -
$13.08
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$9.11
Resistance Level
$10.92
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jul 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
22.48
Wall Street Target
$10.86
(+11.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-99.4%
Profit Margin
-6.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-10.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
22.5 vs 31.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-10.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$8.74
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$7.87
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$7.08
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 22→31)
$9.79
(+1%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 22.5 to 31.1
Stabilization Target:
$13.43
(+38.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+38.3%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
2
Sells
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