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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#896
Positioning
Market Dominance
Manufacturing
Electronic Equipment
$28.3B
Robert A. Mionis
Celestica Inc. provides hardware platform and supply chain solutions in North America, Europe, and Asia. It operates through two segments, Advanced Technology Solutions, and Connectivity & Cloud Solutions. The company also provides enterprise-level data communications and information processing infrastructure products.
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X-AXIS: EV/EBITDA (LOWER = CHEAPER) | Y-AXIS: ROE (HIGHER = ELITE) | RED CIRCLE = CLS ANALYSIS TARGET
| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$UL UNILEVER PLC | 78 | 96 | 98 | 59 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ASML ASML HOLDING NV | 77 | 89 | 86 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ESLT ELBIT SYSTEMS LTD | 76 | 81 | 87 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$MT ArcelorMittal | 75 | 71 | 98 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$AMAT APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE | 75 | 85 | 87 | 84 | 20.9x | 13.6x | 32.9% | 20.5% | 48.8% | 30.6% | 24.4% | 7.7% | 0.9% | 32.0x | $148.6B | VS | |
$SIMO Silicon Motion Technology CORP | 75 | 84 | 86 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$CODA Coda Octopus Group, Inc. | 74 | 83 | 90 | 79 | 16.3x | 11.9x | 7.4% | 7.5% | 68.3% | 19.5% | 18.2% | 29.0% | 0.0% | 0.0x | $84M | VS | |
$GSK GSK plc | 74 | 84 | 90 | 70 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$EFXT Enerflex Ltd. | 74 | 80 | 91 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$BUD Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV | 74 | 84 | 97 | 63 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$CLS CELESTICA INC | 58 | 69 | 57 | 74 | 127.3x | 25.9x | 52.8% | 16.2% | 13.0% | 10.2% | 8.4% | 27.8% | 0.0% | 226.0x | $28.3B | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 22.3x | 11.5x | -1.9% | 0.9% | 44.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 0.2x | - | REF |
CELESTICA INC (CLS) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 58.0/100. It ranks #896 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 3-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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Outperforming peers — winners tend to keep winning over 3-12 months
Fair valuation relative to peers
High profitability & efficiency — strong quality floor supports entry
Average volatility — neutral timing signal
Aggressive spending — empire-building risk, dilutive growth
Mid-range overall rating
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Relative valuation derived from Manufacturing sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
Projection based on user-defined inputs. Re-calculated daily against current market data.
Reverse DCF Framework — Mauboussin Methodology
Institutional-grade Reverse DCF analysis. This model identifies the growth hurdles embedded in current market prices. When implied growth is significantly lower than historical or projected rates, a margin of safety may exist. Re-audited daily.
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View All RatingsROIC 58.6% vs WACC 9.6% (spread +49.0%)
GM 13% vs sector 44%, OM 10% vs sector 3%
Capital turnover 6.68x, R&D intensity 1.0%
Rev growth 28%, 9yr history
Interest coverage 25.4x, Net debt/EBITDA 1.5x
Composite assessment of profitability, capital efficiency, and financial strength. Top-tier entities demonstrate sustainable cash flow generation and elite competitive moats.
Profit generated per dollar of shareholder equity
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Pricing power and cost efficiency
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The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate CELESTICA INC (CLS) as a Hold with a composite score of 58.0/100 at a current price of $296.35. The stock presents a mixed quantitative picture — neither compelling enough to warrant new accumulation nor weak enough to justify selling.
CELESTICA INC holds a top-quartile position (#0 of 50) within the Manufacturing sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 58.0/100 places it at rank #896 in our full universe.
The near-term outlook is constructive, with revenue growing at 28% and momentum in the 74th percentile confirming positive market sentiment. The combination of strong top-line growth and favorable price dynamics suggests the company is executing well on its growth strategy.
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Returns on equity of 52.8% exceed cost of capital.
Positive momentum indicates institutional accumulation.
Stable competitive position in a defensive sector.
Elevated P/E ratio of 127.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Leverage of 226% D/E amplifies downside risk.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
CELESTICA INC represents a hold based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
Our model assigns CELESTICA INC a Hold rating, with a composite score of 58.0/100 and 3 out of 5 stars. Ranked #896 of 7,333 stocks, CLS presents a mixed quantitative picture — neither compelling enough to initiate new positions nor weak enough to warrant selling. Investors already holding may consider maintaining their position while monitoring for changes in the factor profile.
CLS earns a quality score of 69/100, indicating above-average business quality. The company reports a return on equity of 52.8% (sector avg: -1.9%), gross margins of 13.0% (sector avg: 44.1%), net margins of 8.4% (sector avg: 1.0%). Companies in this tier generally demonstrate consistent profitability and efficient capital deployment, though they may face some competitive pressure.
CLS's value score of 57/100 indicates the stock is fairly valued based on its current fundamentals. Key valuation metrics include a P/E ratio of 127.33x, an EV/EBITDA of 25.87x, a P/B ratio of 16.58x. At this level, neither a clear bargain nor overpriced, the stock's attractiveness depends more on forward growth expectations and qualitative factors.
CELESTICA INC's investment score of 21/100 suggests limited reinvestment activity. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of 27.8% vs. a sector average of 6.7% and a return on assets of 16.2% (sector: 0.9%). While this can be positive for mature, cash-generative businesses returning capital to shareholders, it may also signal a lack of growth opportunities or management conservatism.
CLS shows strong momentum characteristics with a score of 74/100. The stock has been trending above key moving averages, indicating solid demand from institutional buyers. Revenue growth stands at 27.8% year-over-year, while a beta of 2.14 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. This level of momentum typically signals sustained investor confidence and favorable near-term price action.
CLS's stability score of 36/100 signals elevated volatility and/or leverage concerns. Key stability metrics include a beta of 2.14 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 226.00x (sector avg: 0.2x). Investors should be prepared for wider-than-average price swings and consider position sizing accordingly to manage portfolio risk.
CLS's short interest factor score of 87/100 indicates very low short selling activity relative to peers — a positive signal suggesting institutional investors see limited near-term downside. Specific risk factors include high market sensitivity (beta: 2.14), elevated leverage (D/E: 226.00x). As a large-cap company with a market capitalization of $28.3B, CELESTICA INC benefits from the generally lower volatility and deeper liquidity associated with its size class.
CELESTICA INC is a large-cap company in the Manufacturing sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #896 of 7,333 overall (88th percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of 52.8% exceeding the -1.9% sector median and operating margins of 10.2% above the 2.5% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Manufacturing peers.
While CLS currently exhibits a HOLD profile, superior opportunities exist within the MANUFACTURING sector. Our model identifies several "Strong Buy" candidates with higher quality scores and more attractive valuations among direct industry competitors.
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Key factor gap
Short Int. (87) vs Investment (21) — closing this gap could shift the rating.
EV/EBITDA 126% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN
ROE 2879% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Gross Margin 70% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Above 50MA
37.18%
Net New Highs
+51081
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