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Celestica Inc.(CLS)
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CLS
10/20/2026: CLS (5-star) is a SELL. SELL for 2 days. Simulated Profits (-16.99%). Updated daily EoD!
Celestica Inc. is a leading provider of high-complexity manufacturing and design services for the communications, cloud, and industrial markets. The company has successfully pivoted its business model away from low-margin consumer electronics toward high-value, specialized data center and AI infrastructure hardware. This strategic shift has significantly improved its operational margins and growth profile. However, investors should note the company's concentration of revenue among a few key hyperscale clients and the inherent cyclicality of the electronic manufacturing services industry. Celestica may best suit growth-oriented investors looking for exposure to the AI infrastructure expansion, provided they can tolerate the risks associated with customer concentration and operational execution.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit | Celestica is well-positioned to benefit from long-term secular growth in AI and cloud infrastructure hardware. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Strong recent performance in the cloud sector has often supported positive momentum in the share price. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | While historically undervalued, improved performance has increased the valuation multiple closer to fair market value. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | Cyclical nature of the EMS industry and customer concentration introduce volatility not suitable for very conservative investors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | Technology supply chains are prone to rapid changes that can cause stock price swings. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Higher market expectations following strong performance require sustained execution to justify current multiples. |
| Competition risk (AI competition) | Medium / high | Intense rivalry in hyperscale hardware manufacturing could pressure margins. |
| Business quality | Medium | Operating in a thin-margin, high-volume industry makes sustained high-quality returns challenging. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors should not rely on this stock for cash income. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Meeting complex engineering requirements for major cloud customers is operationally demanding. |
Price Behavior

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

Highly Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent, large price swings that make its near-term movement less predictable.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 268.59% | Avg. Invested days 44 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 37.88B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 31.19 | 1Y Target Price 473.91 |
Price to earnings Ratio 31.19 | 1Y Target Price 473.91 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2.1M shares | Beta 1.32 | 52 Weeks Range 244.51 - 474.02 | Updated Date 10/19/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 244.51 - 474.02 | Updated Date 10/19/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 9.63 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Connectivity & Cloud Solutions (CCS) | Hardware manufacturing for data centers, including servers and switches. | This is a primary growth engine focused on the infrastructure powering the cloud and AI. |
| Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) | Manufacturing for aerospace, industrial, and healthtech. | This provides diversification into stable, high-reliability sectors. |
| Geography (Global) | Operations spanning North America, Asia, and Europe. | Global footprint allows Celestica to optimize costs and meet local manufacturing needs. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-10-26 | When After Market | Estimate 2.88 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 7.16% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.82% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 10.8% | Return on Equity (TTM) 52.69% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 31.19 | Forward PE 18.48 | Enterprise Value 46.07B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.43 |
Enterprise Value 46.07B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.43 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.95 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 29.74 | Shares Outstanding 126.11M | Shares Floating 114.05M |
Shares Outstanding 126.11M | Shares Floating 114.05M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.97 | Percent Institutions 67.41 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
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)
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)
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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