CBZ Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CBZ - CBIZ, Inc.
$54.66
-0.35 (-0.64%)
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5d:
+0.37%
30d:
+35.8%
90d:
+70.49%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 29, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CBZ is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 12.3% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: CBZ is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 12.3% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. 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
$50.39
Based on 5.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$31.29
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 9.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CBZ is currently trading at $54.66, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $44.21 to $56.41. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 12.9) compared to its historical average (9.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 12.3% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CBZ is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $54.41. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CBZ scores 28/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CBZ is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $54.41. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CBZ scores 28/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$44.21 -
$56.41
Company Quality Score
46/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
39.0%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (28/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading above Wall St target ($51.67)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 12.3% growth with -0.2% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 46/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$44.21 -
$56.41
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$54.42
Resistance Level
$55.15
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.87
Wall Street Target
$51.67
(-5.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-0.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-53.0%
Profit Margin
4.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+12.3% premium
PE vs Historical
12.9 vs 9.1
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+12.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$61.38
(+12%)
2-Year Target
$68.93
(+26%)
3-Year Target
$77.41
(+42%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13â9)
PE COMPRESSION
$54.74
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 6.9%)
$104.21
(+91%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.9, Growth: 6.9%)
$66.82
(+22%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.1, Growth: 6.9%)
$47.25
(-14%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (26x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 26.45 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.08
Bull Case
$121.02
(+121%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 29.1
Base Case
$110.02
(+101%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 26.5
Bear Case
$37.41
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 22.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Sells
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