Celestica Inc. has once again outperformed expectations, reporting a significant earnings surprise that highlights its robust business momentum.
Recent earnings trend
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Celestica Inc.
CLS.TO
CLS.TO
Celestica Inc.
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$53.34B
P/E
34.2x
52W high
$655.50
52W low
$240.49
1W change
+7.86%
Beta
1.51
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering CLS
Wall Street analysts forecast CLS stock price to rise 46.8% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$680.99
+46.8% Upside
Current Price
C$463.87
Last close
Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on CLS's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
82.6%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
83.2%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
-50.0%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$388.01
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$437.06 | C$328.67 – C$581.21 |
| 60 trading days | C$411.81 | C$275.19 – C$616.25 |
| 90 trading days | C$388.01 | C$236.83 – C$635.69 |
Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.
Analyst coverage: 16 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
Beat estimates in 4 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-30 | 2026-10-26 | — | 3.0300 | — |
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-07-27 | 2.5400 | 2.3100 | +10.0% |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-04-27 | 2.1600 | 2.0800 | +3.8% |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-01-28 | 1.8900 | 1.7600 | +7.4% |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-10-27 | 1.5800 | 1.4900 | +6.0% |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-07-28 | 1.3900 | 1.2300 | +13.0% |
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In its recent earnings report for the second quarter of fiscal 2026, Celestica Inc. (CLS.TO) delivered an earnings per share (EPS) of $2.54, exceeding analysts' estimates of $2.31 by 10%. This marks the fourth consecutive quarter that Celestica has surpassed earnings expectations, reflecting its strong operational execution in the competitive electronic manufacturing services sector.
Investor takeaway: Investors should note Celestica's consistent earnings performance and growing market presence, particularly in the cloud and AI sectors, which could indicate further upside potential in the stock.
10% EPS Surprise
Celestica's EPS of $2.54 for Q2 2026 represents a 9.96% surprise over the consensus estimate, continuing its strong trend of earnings beats.
Bull case
Celestica is taking advantage of the growing demand for AI infrastructure and cloud services, positioning itself well for future growth. The company’s focus on high-value technology solutions is likely to drive revenue and earnings growth in the coming quarters.
Bear case
Despite the positive earnings surprise, Celestica's stock has been volatile, and any decline in demand for electronic manufacturing services could hurt future earnings. Investors should be cautious of broader market conditions that may impact the tech sector.
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