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Celestica Inc. (CLS) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Celestica Inc. stock (CLS) is currently trading at $302.22. Celestica Inc. PE ratio is 42.17. Celestica Inc. PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 2.80. Analyst consensus price target for CLS is $381.39. WallStSmart rates CLS as Moderate Buy.

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CLS

Celestica Inc.

NYSETECHNOLOGY
$302.22
$0.69 (0.23%)
52W$58.05
$363.40
Target$381.39+26.2%

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CLS Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Celestica Inc. (CLS)

Margin of Safety
+11.6%
Fair Value
CLS Fair Value
$334.62
Graham Formula
Current Price
$302.22
$32.40 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $334.62
Overvalued
Price $302.22
Graham IV $334.62
Analyst $381.39

CLS is trading near its Graham intrinsic value of $334.62, suggesting the stock is reasonably priced at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Celestica Inc. (CLS) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Strong Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in market cap, peg ratio, return on equity. Concerns around operating margin and price/book. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.

Celestica Inc. (CLS) Key Strengths (6)

Avg Score: 9.5/10
Return on EquityProfitability
40.50%10/10

Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $41 in profit

Revenue GrowthGrowth
43.60%10/10

Revenue surging 43.60% year-over-year

EPS GrowthGrowth
77.70%10/10

Earnings per share surging 77.70% year-over-year

Institutional Own.Quality
72.24%10/10

72.24% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$34.73B9/10

Large-cap company with substantial market presence

PEG RatioValuation
1.008/10

Good growth relative to its price

Supporting Valuation Data

EV/Revenue
2.51
Undervalued
CLS Target Price
$381.39
31% Upside

Celestica Inc. (CLS) Areas to Watch (4)

Avg Score: 3.5/10
Operating MarginProfitability
8.71%2/10

Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency

Price/BookValuation
13.962/10

Very expensive at 14.0x book value

Profit MarginProfitability
6.72%4/10

Thin profit margins with limited profitability

Price/SalesValuation
2.806/10

Revenue is fairly priced at 2.80x sales

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
42.17
Overvalued
Forward P/E
30.3
Premium
Trailing P/E
42.17
Overvalued

Celestica Inc. (CLS) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 68/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a B- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 6 register as strengths (avg 9.5/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 3.5/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.00) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 40.50%. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 43.60%, EPS Growth at 77.70%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Operating Margin, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (2.80), Price/Book (13.96) suggest expensive pricing. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 8.71%, Profit Margin at 6.72%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Operating Margin improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 40.50% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 43.60% strong but requiring continuation.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Return on Equity, Revenue Growth) and negatives (Operating Margin, Price/Book). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

CLS Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

CLS's Price-to-Sales ratio of 2.80x trades 679% above its historical average of 0.36x (99th percentile), historically expensive. The current valuation is 0% below its historical high of 2.8x set in Mar 2026, and 3014% above its historical low of 0.09x in Feb 2009. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~2.5x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Celestica Inc. (CLS) · TECHNOLOGYELECTRONIC COMPONENTS

The Big Picture

Celestica Inc. is in a high-growth phase, prioritizing rapid expansion over margins. Revenue reached 12.4B with 44% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 6.7%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.

Key Findings

Strong Revenue Growth

Revenue growing at 44% YoY, reaching 12.4B. This pace significantly outperforms most ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS peers.

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 40.5% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

What to Watch Next

Margin expansion: can Celestica Inc. push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?

Growth sustainability: can Celestica Inc. maintain 44%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?

Sector dynamics: monitor ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Celestica Inc..

Bottom Line

Celestica Inc. is a high-conviction growth story with revenue accelerating at 44% while profitability is still developing. For growth-oriented investors, the trajectory is compelling. For value investors, the thin 6.7% margins and premium valuation suggest patience until the unit economics mature further.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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About Celestica Inc.(CLS)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

TECHNOLOGY

Industry

ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS

Country

USA

Celestica Inc. provides hardware platforms and supply chain solutions in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.