Celestica (CLS) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CLS - Celestica, Inc.
$346.55
21.33 (6.56%)
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5d:
+11.85%
30d:
+2.09%
90d:
-10.19%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 26, 2026
Smart Money Distribution
Options positioning is turning defensive after a sharp run-up - a pattern consistent with institutional profit-taking. View Scanner →
Signal fired Sep 3, 2026 at $309.84 · last confirmed Sep 9, 2026
Strength: 9.0/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CLS shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: CLS 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
$951.50
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$590.81
41.3% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CLS is currently trading at $346.55, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $297.49 to $341.02. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 17.7) compared to its historical average (25.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 11.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 74.2% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLS is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $353.00. 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 6.6% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 44/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $477.22 (+37.7%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLS is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $353.00. 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 6.6% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 44/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $477.22 (+37.7%). 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
$297.49 -
$341.02
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
55.7%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (44/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+6.6%)
- BULLISH: Trading 37.7% below Wall St target ($477.22)
- NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (44/100) — watch for confirmation
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$297.49 -
$341.02
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$273.80
Resistance Level
$353.00
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.73
Wall Street Target
$477.22
(+37.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
62.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
74.2%
Profit Margin
7.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-11.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
17.7 vs 25.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-11.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$311.90
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$280.71
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$252.63
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18→25)
$361.90
(+4%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 73.9%)
$1330.46
(+284%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.7, Growth: 73.9%)
$1169.61
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.1, Growth: 73.9%)
$994.17
(+187%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (35x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 34.60 | Current EPS (TTM): $9.40
Bull Case
$715.48
(+107%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 38.1
Base Case
$650.44
(+88%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 34.6
Bear Case
$221.15
(-36%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 29.4
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 17.7 to 25.4
Stabilization Target:
$496.43
(+43.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+43.2%
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Last updated: September 11, 2026 7:52 PM ET
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