CLS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CLS - Celestica, Inc.
$296.55
-5.45 (-1.80%)
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5d:
-11.49%
30d:
-11.41%
90d:
-16.41%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 27, 2026
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Signal fired Aug 7, 2026 at $317.83 · last confirmed Aug 17, 2026
Strength: 7.8/10
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: CLS is down 11.5% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: CLS is down 11.5% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$951.75
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$590.96
49.8% 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 $296.55, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $308.20 to $347.78. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 15.2) compared to its historical average (26.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 16.6% 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 currently testing key support at $292.50. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CLS scores 17/100 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 $473.26 (+59.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CLS is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $292.50. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: CLS scores 17/100 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 $473.26 (+59.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$308.20 -
$347.78
Company Quality Score
47/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (17/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 59.6% below Wall St target ($473.26)
- WARNING: Composite score 47/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$308.20 -
$347.78
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$292.50
Resistance Level
$365.52
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
15.17
Wall Street Target
$473.26
(+59.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
62.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
74.2%
Profit Margin
7.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-16.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
15.2 vs 26.2
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Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-16.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$266.89
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$240.21
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$216.18
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→26)
$373.39
(+26%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 74.0%)
$1324.22
(+347%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.2, Growth: 74.0%)
$1000.86
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.9, Growth: 74.0%)
$850.73
(+187%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (36x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 36.43 | Current EPS (TTM): $8.29
Bull Case
$664.40
(+124%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 40.1
Base Case
$604.00
(+104%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 36.4
Bear Case
$205.36
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 31.0
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 15.2 to 26.2
Stabilization Target:
$512.20
(+72.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+72.7%
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Last updated: August 22, 2026 5:38 PM ET
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