CLS

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Celestica Inc

Q: Who are Celestica's main competitors?

Jabil and Flex are the two largest contract electronics manufacturers globally and compete with Celestica across multiple end markets. Hon Hai Precision (Foxconn) dominates consumer electronics manufacturing but also competes in enterprise hardware. Sanmina and Benchmark Electronics are closer-sized peers that compete in aerospace, defense, and industrial segments. For hyperscaler networking hardware specifically, Celestica competes with Foxconn and Wistron.

Q: What makes CLS stock unique?

Celestica has carved out a strong position in AI networking hardware—specifically the 400G and 800G ethernet switches that connect GPUs inside hyperscale data centers. This is a niche where engineering complexity and supply chain reliability matter more than pure cost, giving Celestica better margins than typical contract manufacturers. Its vertical integration across design, manufacturing, and supply chain services is difficult for pure-play assemblers to replicate.

Q: What is CLS's stock price today?

CLS is currently trading at $362.24, up 3.14% in today's session. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has traded between a low of $180.23 and a high of $655.50. The current price represents 38% of its 52-week range, which helps investors gauge where the stock sits relative to its recent trading history.

Q: What do Wall Street analysts say about CLS?

Among 12 analysts covering CLS, the consensus rating is Strong Buy — 11 rate it a buy, 1 hold, and 0 sell. The average price target sits at $118.56, implying 67% downside from the current price. Keep in mind that analyst targets reflect 12-month expectations and can shift quickly after earnings reports or major company events.

Q: Is Celestica Inc profitable?

Celestica Inc generated $17.34B in revenue during fiscal year 2026, with $1.16B reaching the bottom line as net income. The net profit margin of 6.7% reflects the competitive nature of its industry.

Q: What is CLS's P/E ratio?

CLS trades at a P/E ratio of 44.67 on trailing earnings of $8.27 per share. That's above the S&P 500 historical average, suggesting the market expects above-average earnings growth ahead. Comparing this multiple against Electrical Equipment sector peers gives better context than the broad market alone, since P/E norms vary significantly across industries.

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$362.24

+11.04 (+3.14%)

Day Range $347.57 — $376.54

52W Range $180.23 — $655.50

Performance

1D —

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1M —

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6M +19.46%

1Y +143.05%

YTD +19.79%

Open$351.00

Previous Close$351.20

Day High$376.54

Day Low$347.57

52W High$655.50

52W Low$180.23

Volume—

Avg Volume353.0K

Market Cap60.57B

P/E Ratio44.67

EPS$8.27

SectorElectrical Equipment

Technical Indicators

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SMA 50 $304.00 Above

SMA 200 $234.31 Above

RSI (14) 47.4 Neutral

Trend Golden Cross Bullish

Analyst Ratings

Strong Buy

12 analysts

11 Buy 1 Hold 0 Sell

Price Target -67.3% upside

Current
$362.24

Target
$118.56

$78.75 $118.56 avg $176.13

Key Financials

	FY 2026	FY 2025	FY 2024
Revenue	17.34B	14.50B	18.22B
Net Income	1.16B	876.80M	3.37B
Profit Margin	6.7%	6.4%	18.5%
EBITDA	1.52B	1.21B	4.44B
Free Cash Flow	—	—	2.19B
Rev Growth	+19.6%	+19.6%	+9.8%
Debt/Equity	0.35	0.35	0.42

About Celestica Inc

Celestica Inc. is a leading global electronics manufacturing services and supply chain solutions company headquartered in Toronto, Canada, providing design, manufacturing, fulfillment, and after-market services to original equipment manufacturers across multiple end markets. The company serves customers in the aerospace and defense, communications, enterprise computing, healthcare, and industrial sectors through manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia. Celestica is one of the larger contract electronics manufacturers globally, enabling OEM customers to outsource complex hardware production and supply chain management. It competes in the electronics manufacturing services industry alongside Jabil and Flex.

Electrical Equipment Peers

Symbol	Name	Price	Change	P/E	Mkt Cap
GEV	Ge Vernova Inc	$1,057.65	+2.19%	31.8	298.21B
APH	Amphenol Corp-Cl A	$162.78	+2.57%	45.2	201.71B
ETN	Eaton Corp Plc	$404.59	-0.17%	41.0	163.77B
GLW	Corning Inc	$205.83	+6.06%	92.7	167.76B
EMR	Emerson Electric Co	$141.44	-1.19%	34.5	84.38B
VRT	Vertiv Holdings Co-A	$316.43	-0.59%	82.1	127.93B

CLS Frequently Asked Questions

What does Celestica do?

Celestica is a contract manufacturer that takes OEM customers' engineering designs and handles the actual production, supply chain, and delivery of complex hardware. Its fastest-growing segment serves hyperscaler data centers—building the high-speed networking switches, servers, and connectivity hardware that companies like AWS and Microsoft need for AI infrastructure. Beyond compute, it manufactures aerospace components, medical devices, and industrial electronics through factories across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Is CLS stock a good investment?

Celestica has transformed from a traditional electronics manufacturer into a key supplier for AI infrastructure buildout, which has driven rapid revenue and margin expansion. Contract electronics manufacturing typically carries thin margins, but Celestica's mix has shifted toward higher-value engineering and supply chain complexity. Risks include customer concentration among hyperscalers, the cyclical nature of technology infrastructure spending, and integration risk from its shift toward more complex products.

Who are Celestica's main competitors?

Jabil and Flex are the two largest contract electronics manufacturers globally and compete with Celestica across multiple end markets. Hon Hai Precision (Foxconn) dominates consumer electronics manufacturing but also competes in enterprise hardware. Sanmina and Benchmark Electronics are closer-sized peers that compete in aerospace, defense, and industrial segments. For hyperscaler networking hardware specifically, Celestica competes with Foxconn and Wistron.

What makes CLS stock unique?

Celestica has carved out a strong position in AI networking hardware—specifically the 400G and 800G ethernet switches that connect GPUs inside hyperscale data centers. This is a niche where engineering complexity and supply chain reliability matter more than pure cost, giving Celestica better margins than typical contract manufacturers. Its vertical integration across design, manufacturing, and supply chain services is difficult for pure-play assemblers to replicate.

What is CLS's stock price today?

CLS is currently trading at $362.24, up 3.14% in today's session. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has traded between a low of $180.23 and a high of $655.50. The current price represents 38% of its 52-week range, which helps investors gauge where the stock sits relative to its recent trading history.

What do Wall Street analysts say about CLS?

Among 12 analysts covering CLS, the consensus rating is Strong Buy — 11 rate it a buy, 1 hold, and 0 sell. The average price target sits at $118.56, implying 67% downside from the current price. Keep in mind that analyst targets reflect 12-month expectations and can shift quickly after earnings reports or major company events.

Is Celestica Inc profitable?

Celestica Inc generated $17.34B in revenue during fiscal year 2026, with $1.16B reaching the bottom line as net income. The net profit margin of 6.7% reflects the competitive nature of its industry.

What is CLS's P/E ratio?

CLS trades at a P/E ratio of 44.67 on trailing earnings of $8.27 per share. That's above the S&P 500 historical average, suggesting the market expects above-average earnings growth ahead. Comparing this multiple against Electrical Equipment sector peers gives better context than the broad market alone, since P/E norms vary significantly across industries.

How has CLS stock performed recently?

Performance varies across timeframes, reflecting shifting market conditions. Returns by timeframe: +19.46% (6M), +143.05% (1Y), +19.79% (YTD). Comparing these figures against the S&P 500 and sector benchmarks helps determine whether CLS is outperforming or lagging the broader market.