(CLB) Core Laboratories - Ratings and Ratios
Reservoir, Analysis, Production, Enhancement, Optimization
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Description: CLB Core Laboratories
Core Laboratories NV (NYSE:CLB) is a leading provider of reservoir description and production enhancement services and products to the oil and gas industry worldwide. The company operates through two main segments: Reservoir Description and Production Enhancement. The Reservoir Description segment specializes in characterizing petroleum reservoir rock and fluid samples to optimize production and improve recovery rates for clients. This involves laboratory-based analytical services, field services, and proprietary studies that support various energy-related projects, including carbon capture and storage, geothermal initiatives, and mining activities.
The Production Enhancement segment offers a range of services and products related to well completions, perforations, stimulations, and production optimization, as well as well abandonment solutions. The company provides integrated diagnostic services to assess and enhance the effectiveness of well completions and improved oil recovery projects. With a global presence, Core Laboratories markets its products and services through a combination of sales representatives, technical seminars, trade shows, and targeted advertising, supplemented by a network of distributors.
From a technical analysis perspective, CLBs stock has shown a downtrend over the past year, with the current price of $11.80 significantly lower than its 52-week high of $24.43. The short-term moving averages (SMA20 and SMA50) are relatively close to the current price, indicating a potential stabilization or slight uptrend in the short term. However, the long-term SMA200 at $16.18 suggests that the stock is still in a downtrend over the longer term. The Average True Range (ATR) of 0.52, representing a 4.37% daily price range, indicates moderate volatility.
Fundamentally, Core Laboratories has a market capitalization of $581.82 million and a price-to-earnings ratio of 21.03, slightly higher than its forward P/E of 19.76. The companys return on equity stands at 11.19%, indicating a decent level of profitability. Given the current technical and fundamental data, a potential forecast could involve a short-term trading range between $11.50 and $12.50, influenced by the stocks proximity to its short-term moving averages and its ATR. In the longer term, a recovery towards the SMA200 at $16.18 could be possible if the oil and gas industry experiences an upswing, thereby boosting demand for Core Laboratories services and products.
Considering the oil and gas industrys cyclical nature and the current energy landscape, CLBs stock could be poised for a rebound if energy prices stabilize or increase. A forecast based on both technical and fundamental analysis suggests that CLB might experience a gradual price increase as the company benefits from potential industry upturns, operational efficiencies, and its diversified service offerings. Investors should monitor the stocks ability to break through resistance levels, such as the SMA200, and keep an eye on industry trends and company performance indicators.
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CLB Stock Overview
Market Cap in USD | 582m |
Sector | Energy |
Industry | Oil & Gas Equipment & Services |
GiC Sub-Industry | Oil & Gas Equipment & Services |
IPO / Inception | 1995-09-20 |
CLB Stock Ratings
Growth Rating | -58.3 |
Fundamental | 23.1 |
Dividend Rating | 12.8 |
Rel. Strength | -39.8 |
Analysts | 3 of 5 |
Fair Price Momentum | 8.55 USD |
Fair Price DCF | 7.26 USD |
CLB Dividends
Dividend Yield 12m | 0.27% |
Yield on Cost 5y | 0.19% |
Annual Growth 5y | -32.24% |
Payout Consistency | 87.1% |
Payout Ratio | 4.8% |
CLB Growth Ratios
Growth Correlation 3m | -34.2% |
Growth Correlation 12m | -85.1% |
Growth Correlation 5y | -60% |
CAGR 5y | -11.39% |
CAGR/Max DD 5y | -0.15 |
Sharpe Ratio 12m | -1.99 |
Alpha | -62.94 |
Beta | 1.457 |
Volatility | 56.89% |
Current Volume | 554.6k |
Average Volume 20d | 434.5k |
As of July 02, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 11.52 with a total of 554,600 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -1.03%, over one month by +8.17%, over three months by -23.09% and over the past year by -42.20%.
Neither. Based on ValueRay´s Fundamental Analyses, Core Laboratories is currently (July 2025) neither a good nor a bad stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 23.06 and therefor a neutral outlook according to the companies health.
Based on momentum, paid dividends and discounted-cash-flow analyses, the fair value of CLB is around 8.55 USD . This means that CLB is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -25.78%.
Core Laboratories has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.00. Therefor, it is recommend to hold CLB.
- Strong Buy: 0
- Buy: 1
- Hold: 3
- Sell: 1
- Strong Sell: 0
According to our own proprietary Forecast Model, CLB Core Laboratories will be worth about 10.1 in July 2026. The stock is currently trading at 11.52. This means that the stock has a potential downside of -12.41%.
Issuer | Target | Up/Down from current |
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Wallstreet Target Price | 15.6 | 35.4% |
Analysts Target Price | 15.6 | 35.4% |
ValueRay Target Price | 10.1 | -12.4% |