Is CLMB a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, Climb Global Solutions, Inc. (CLMB) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 40.7/100. It is ranked #3,024 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 69/100, Momentum 16/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for CLMB?

Climb Global Solutions, Inc. (CLMB) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 40.7 ranks it #3,024 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is CLMB in?

Climb Global Solutions, Inc. operates in the Consumer Staples sector (Wholesale industry) with a market cap of $374 million. It is classified as a small-cap stock.

Does CLMB pay a dividend?

CLMB does not currently pay a regular dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits for growth.

What is CLMB's P/E ratio?

CLMB has a trailing P/E ratio of 19.44x. The Consumer Staples sector average is 33.1x. This P/E is in a moderate range relative to the broader market.

How profitable is CLMB?

CLMB's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 17.4%. ROE: 17.0% vs sector average 7.7%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is CLMB valued compared to peers?

CLMB's value factor score is 69/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 19.4x, EV/EBITDA 11.0x. The stock appears attractively valued versus peers.

What is CLMB's debt level?

CLMB's debt-to-equity ratio is 295%. Sector average: 72%. Elevated leverage increases credit risk.

CLMB has a beta of 0.81, meaning it tracks the market. Stability score: 28/100.

Does CLMB have high short interest?

CLMB's short interest factor score is 63/100 (higher = less short selling). Moderate short interest.

CLMB Stock Analysis: Top Small-Cap Reduce (Score 40.7/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
CLMB	-0.60%	+3.39%

Metric	CLMB	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	19.4x	-41%
EV/EBITDA	11.0x	+58%
Price / Book	3.3x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
ITRN Ituran Location & Control Ltd.	60	48	82	70	19.6x	122.1%	47.8%	16.8%	-	0.0x	$1.0B	VS
SENEA Seneca Foods Corp	55	49	59	69	10.3x	14.4%	14.3%	6.7%	70.9%	39.0x	$1.1B	VS
JBSS SANFILIPPO JOHN B & SON INC	54	50	57	61	12.8x	20.2%	19.3%	6.3%	14.0%	11.0x	$965M	VS
ARW ARROW ELECTRONICS, INC.	53	50	73	63	15.8x	7.2%	11.2%	1.6%	11.9%	337.0x	$7.5B	VS
SFD SMITHFIELD FOODS INC	53	50	72	57	13.8x	11.9%	19.9%	7.5%	7.3%	29.0x	$11.3B	VS
BG Bunge Global SA	53	50	54	69	24.9x	5.7%	5.4%	1.8%	67.3%	59.0x	$24.8B	VS
DAR DARLING INGREDIENTS INC.	53	50	55	71	142.7x	1.5%	24.1%	1.2%	13.3%	114.0x	$9.9B	VS
ADM Archer-Daniels-Midland Co	52	50	52	64	54.6x	2.8%	6.4%	0.8%	-8.4%	33.0x	$34.9B	VS
CTVA Corteva, Inc.	52	49	51	60	50.6x	4.7%	42.9%	0.2%	-57.2%	76.0x	$56.3B	VS
MO ALTRIA GROUP, INC.	51	50	67	51	13.6x	-	62.1%	33.8%	-2.2%	-990.0x	$109.5B	VS
CLMB Climb Global Solutions, Inc.	41	50	69	16	19.4x	17.0%	17.4%	3.5%	75.2%	295.0x	$374M

Key Ratio	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
Gross Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%
Operating Margin %	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%
Net Margin %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%
FCF Margin %	2.0%	-	-	-	-	1.6%	15.1%	1.5%	7.5%	-1.5%	-0.9%
ROE %	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%
ROA %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%
ROIC %	33.2%	19.8%	24.4%	17.1%	21.9%	41.1%	27.3%	22.1%	12.8%	18.6%	28.3%

Key Ratio

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

Gross Margin %

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

Operating Margin %

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

Net Margin %

0.0%

FCF Margin %

2.0%

1.6%

15.1%

1.5%

7.5%

-1.5%

-0.9%

ROE %

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

ROA %

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

ROIC %

33.2%

19.8%

24.4%

17.1%

21.9%

41.1%

27.3%

22.1%

12.8%

18.6%

28.3%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$578M	$653M	$466M	$352M	$304M	$283M	$252M	$209M	$181M	$161M	$165M	$382M
	—	$47M	$37M	$288M	$250M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$100M	$105M	$91M	$64M	$54M	$46M	$33M	$30M	$27M	$27M	$27M	$27M
Gross Margin	17.4%	16.1%	19.6%	18.3%	17.8%	16.2%	13.1%	14.3%	14.8%	16.9%	16.6%	7.0%
	—	$68M	$57M	$44M	$34M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	$8M	$4M	$3M	$2M	$2M	$549K	$401K	-$387K	-$270K	$296K	$253K
Total Operating Expenses	—	$76M	$63M	$48M	$37M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$28M	$29M	$28M	$16M	$17M	$12M	$5M	$8M	$4M	$8M	$9M	$9M
EBIT	$28M	$29M	$28M	$16M	$17M	$12M	$5M	$8M	$4M	$8M	$9M	$9M
EBITDA	$35M	$37M	$32M	$19M	$19M	$14M	$7M	$9M	$4M	$8M	$9M	$9M
Operating Margin	5.0%	4.5%	6.0%	4.7%	5.7%	4.3%	2.1%	4.1%	2.3%	4.9%	5.2%	2.2%
EBITDA Margin	6.1%	5.7%	6.9%	5.5%	6.4%	4.9%	2.6%	4.3%	2.1%	4.7%	5.2%	2.3%
	—	$28M	$25M	$17M	$17M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$7M	$6M	$4M	$4M	$3M	$2M	$2M	$2M	$3M	$3M	$3M
	$20M	$21M	$19M	$12M	$12M	$9M	$4M	$7M	$4M	$5M	$6M	$6M
Net Margin	3.5%	3.3%	4.0%	3.5%	4.1%	3.3%	1.8%	3.3%	1.9%	3.1%	3.6%	1.5%
	$4.64	$4.64	$4.06	$2.72	$2.81	$2.09	$1.01	$1.51	$0.78	$1.13	$1.25	$1.26
Diluted EPS	$4.64	$4.64	$4.06	$2.72	$2.81	$2.09	$1.01	$1.51	$0.78	$1.13	$1.25	$1.26
Weighted Avg Basic	—	5M	4M	4M	4M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	5M	4M	4M	4M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$578M

$653M

$466M

$352M

$304M

$283M

$252M

$209M

$181M

$161M

$165M

$382M

—

$47M

$37M

$288M

$250M

—

$100M

$105M

$91M

$64M

$54M

$46M

$33M

$30M

$27M

Gross Margin

17.4%

16.1%

19.6%

18.3%

17.8%

16.2%

13.1%

14.3%

14.8%

16.9%

16.6%

7.0%

—

$68M

$57M

$44M

$34M

—

Depreciation

—

$8M

$4M

$3M

$2M

$549K

$401K

-$387K

-$270K

$296K

$253K

Total Operating Expenses

—

$76M

$63M

$48M

$37M

—

$28M

$29M

$28M

$16M

$17M

$12M

$5M

$8M

$4M

$8M

$9M

EBIT

$28M

$29M

$28M

$16M

$17M

$12M

$5M

$8M

$4M

$8M

$9M

EBITDA

$35M

$37M

$32M

$19M

$14M

$7M

$9M

$4M

$8M

$9M

Operating Margin

5.0%

4.5%

6.0%

4.7%

5.7%

4.3%

2.1%

4.1%

2.3%

4.9%

5.2%

2.2%

EBITDA Margin

6.1%

5.7%

6.9%

5.5%

6.4%

4.9%

2.6%

4.3%

2.1%

4.7%

5.2%

2.3%

—

$28M

$25M

$17M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$7M

$6M

$4M

$3M

$2M

$3M

$20M

$21M

$19M

$12M

$9M

$4M

$7M

$4M

$5M

$6M

Net Margin

3.5%

3.3%

4.0%

3.5%

4.1%

3.3%

1.8%

3.3%

1.9%

3.1%

3.6%

1.5%

$4.64

$4.06

$2.72

$2.81

$2.09

$1.01

$1.51

$0.78

$1.13

$1.25

$1.26

Diluted EPS

$4.64

$4.06

$2.72

$2.81

$2.09

$1.01

$1.51

$0.78

$1.13

$1.25

$1.26

Weighted Avg Basic

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

Climb Global Solutions, Inc. (CLMB) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does Climb Global Solutions, Inc. Do?

Wayside Technology Group, Inc. operates as a value-added information technology (IT) distribution and solutions company in the United States, Canada, Europe, the United Kingdom, and internationally. It operates in two segments, Distribution and Solutions. The company distributes technical software and hardware to corporate and value added resellers, consultants, and systems integrators under the names Climb Channel Solutions and Sigma Software Distribution; and software, hardware, and services under the names TechXtend and Grey Matter. It also resells computer software and hardware developed by others, as well as provides technical services to end user customers. In addition, the company offers a line of products from various software vendors; and tools for virtualization/cloud computing, security, networking, storage and infrastructure management, application lifecycle management, and other technically sophisticated domains, as well as computer hardware. Wayside Technology Group, Inc. markets its products through its own web sites, local and on-line seminars, events, webinars, and social media, as well as direct email and printed materials. It provides IT distribution and solutions for companies in the security, data management, cloud, connectivity, storage and HCI, virtualization, and software and ALM industries. The company was formerly known as Programmer's Paradise, Inc. and changed its name to Wayside Technology Group, Inc. in August 2006. Wayside Technology Group, Inc. was incorporated in 1982 and is headquartered in Eatontown, New Jersey. Climb Global Solutions, Inc. (CLMB) is classified as a small-cap stock in the Consumer Staples sector, specifically within the Wholesale industry. The company is led by CEO Dale R. Foster and employs approximately 270 people, headquartered in SHREWSBURY, New Jersey. With a market capitalization of $374M, CLMB is one of the notable companies in the Consumer Staples sector.

Climb Global Solutions, Inc. (CLMB) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, Climb Global Solutions, Inc. receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 40.7/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.CLMB ranks #3,024 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Consumer Staples sector, Climb Global Solutions, Inc. ranks #123 of 180 stocks, placing it in the lower half of its Consumer Staples peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

CLMB Stock Price and 52-Week Range

Climb Global Solutions, Inc. (CLMB) currently trades at $21.36. The stock lost $0.13 (0.6%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for CLMB is $145.02, which means the stock is currently trading -85.3% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $76.69, putting the stock -72.1% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 121K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is CLMB Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

Climb Global Solutions, Inc. (CLMB) carries a value factor score of 69/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 19.44x, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 33.11x — a discount of 41%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 3.30x, versus the sector average of 1.74x. The price-to-sales ratio is 0.67x, compared to 0.35x for the average Consumer Staples stock. On an enterprise value basis, CLMB trades at 10.98x EV/EBITDA, versus 6.93x for the sector.

Overall, CLMB's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

Climb Global Solutions, Inc. Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

Climb Global Solutions, Inc. (CLMB) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 17.0%, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 7.7%, which is within a healthy range. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 4.3% versus the sector average of 3.1%.

On a margin basis, Climb Global Solutions, Inc. reports gross margins of 17.4%, compared to 26.2% for the sector. The operating margin is 5.0% (sector: 2.9%). Net profit margin stands at 3.5%, versus 1.6% for the average Consumer Staples stock. Revenue growth is running at 75.2% on a trailing basis, compared to 3.1% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

CLMB Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

Climb Global Solutions, Inc. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 295.0%, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 72.0%. This elevated leverage warrants close monitoring, as it increases the company's sensitivity to rising interest rates and economic downturns. The current ratio is 1.11x, suggesting adequate working capital coverage. Total debt on the balance sheet is $334,000. Cash and equivalents stand at $50M.

CLMB has a beta of 0.81, meaning it is roughly in line with the broader market in terms of price volatility. The stability factor score for Climb Global Solutions, Inc. is 28/100, suggesting elevated price swings that may be unsuitable for conservative portfolios.

Climb Global Solutions, Inc. Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, Climb Global Solutions, Inc. reported revenue of $578M and earnings per share (EPS) of $4.64. Net income for the quarter was $20M. Gross margin was 17.4%. Operating income came in at $28M.

In FY 2025, Climb Global Solutions, Inc. reported revenue of $653M and earnings per share (EPS) of $4.64. Net income for the quarter was $21M. Gross margin was 16.1%. Revenue grew 40.1% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $29M.

In Q3 2025, Climb Global Solutions, Inc. reported revenue of $161M and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.02. Net income for the quarter was $5M. Gross margin was 16.0%. Revenue grew 35.2% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $7M.

In Q2 2025, Climb Global Solutions, Inc. reported revenue of $159M and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.30. Net income for the quarter was $6M. Gross margin was 16.5%. Revenue grew 73.0% year-over-year compared to Q2 2024. Operating income came in at $8M.

Over the past 8 quarters, Climb Global Solutions, Inc. has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $92M to $578M. Investors analyzing CLMB stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

CLMB Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

Climb Global Solutions, Inc. (CLMB) does not currently pay a dividend. This is common among smaller companies in the Wholesale industry that prefer to reinvest cash flows into business expansion rather than returning capital to shareholders. Income-focused investors looking for Consumer Staples dividend stocks may want to explore other Consumer Staples stocks or use the stock screener to filter by dividend yield.

CLMB Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

Climb Global Solutions, Inc. (CLMB) has a momentum factor score of 16/100, signaling weak relative price performance. Stocks with low momentum scores have historically tended to continue underperforming in the near term. The investment factor score is 22/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 63/100 reflects moderate short selling activity.

CLMB vs Competitors — Consumer Staples Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Consumer Staples sector, Climb Global Solutions, Inc. (CLMB) ranks #123 out of 180 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places CLMB in the lower half of all Consumer Staples stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include Ituran Location & Control Ltd. (ITRN) with a score of 60.3/100, DARLING INGREDIENTS INC. (DAR) with a score of 52.9/100, Bunge Global SA (BG) with a score of 53.0/100, SANFILIPPO JOHN B & SON INC (JBSS) with a score of 54.1/100, and Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (ADM) with a score of 52.2/100.

Comparing CLMB against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full CLMB vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how Climb Global Solutions, Inc. stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

CLMB Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for Climb Global Solutions, Inc. (CLMB) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy CLMB? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for Climb Global Solutions, Inc. suggests caution. The value score of 69/100 suggests attractive pricing relative to fundamentals. Momentum is weak at 16/100, a headwind for near-term performance. High volatility (stability score 28/100) increases portfolio risk.

In summary, Climb Global Solutions, Inc. (CLMB) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 40.7/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on CLMB stock.

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