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CBIZ Inc(CBZ)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
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BUY for 68 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+48.16% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$54.82
10/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CBZ

10/09/2026: CBZ (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

CBIZ Inc is a professional services firm that provides integrated accounting, tax, advisory, and insurance brokerage services primarily to mid-sized businesses. The company's main strength lies in its ability to cross-sell these integrated services, creating a 'one-stop' shop that drives consistent revenue growth. Its primary growth strategy remains a disciplined, long-term approach to acquiring regional professional service firms. However, investors should monitor risks related to the integration of these acquisitions, intensifying competition in the professional services market, and sensitivity to economic cycles. The stock generally suits investors seeking long-term capital appreciation rather than dividend income, and market participants should track the company’s ability to successfully integrate new firms and manage rising talent costs.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitCBIZ provides consistent earnings growth through a repeatable M&A playbook.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum depends on the current market environment and acquisition-driven growth signals.
Value investorMixed fitThe stock often trades at a premium reflecting its stable, recurring revenue business model.
Dividend investorWeak fitCBIZ does not pay a cash dividend, focusing capital on business expansion.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile the business model is stable, the reliance on M&A adds a layer of execution risk.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock can experience swings based on acquisition announcements and broader market sentiment.
Valuation riskMediumInvestors must pay close attention to the price paid relative to future expected growth.
Competition risk (professional services)Medium / highThe sector is highly competitive with large players constantly vying for mid-market clients.
Business qualityStrongCBIZ has a proven track record of sustaining margins in a service-based economy.
Dividend incomeLow / noneIncome-focused investors will not find this stock suitable due to the lack of dividends.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful integration of acquired entities is paramount to maintaining performance.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 8.56%
Avg. Invested days 40
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CBZ receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, soft analyst coverage, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CBZ has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, strong growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+181.3%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 6.4%) are partially offset by soft profitability (net margin 4.2%), modest insider ownership of 4.88%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CBZ's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (6.4% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is CBZ's strongest growth driver at +181.3% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+52.1%, strong) and free-cash-flow growth (+58.4%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 94.3% and approximately 88.4% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 4.88% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

FMR Inc 14.65%
BlackRock Inc 9.05%
Bank of Montreal 6.29%
BMO Capital Markets Corp. 6.29%
22C Capital LLC 5.83%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CBZ generates approximately $129 of gross profit, $85 of operating income, and $64 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with solid cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 28.22%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
CBZ has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedSmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 3.01B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 26.36
1Y Target Price 55
Price to earnings Ratio 26.36
1Y Target Price 55
Volume (30-day avg) 1.0M shares
Beta 0.92
52 Weeks Range 24.29 - 56.41
Updated Date 10/10/2026
52 Weeks Range 24.29 - 56.41
Updated Date 10/10/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.08

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Financial ServicesAccounting, tax, and advisory services for businesses and individuals.Steady fee-based revenue from essential business compliance needs.
Benefits and InsuranceBrokerage and consulting for employee benefits and business insurance.Recurring commission and fee-based income from vital business services.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 26.36
Forward PE 12.17
Enterprise Value 4.89B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.09
Enterprise Value 4.89B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.09
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.75
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.23
Shares Outstanding 54.94M
Shares Floating 48.59M
Shares Outstanding 54.94M
Shares Floating 48.59M
Percent Insiders 4.88
Percent Institutions 94.33

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

Information icon Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.

Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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