Charles River Laboratories
FAIR PRICE VALUATION
Updated daily
Model: DCF 50% · Relative 30% · Consensus 20%
MARKET PRICE
$164.75
FAIR PRICE
$115.39
MARGIN
$49.36
P/E Ratio
N/A
Div. Yield
N/A
ROE
-2.5%
Average
Market Cap
$8B
Mid-cap
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FPI RATING
Stable earnings and revenue and consistent growth trajectory, but weak profitability margins and elevated debt levels.
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How we calculate this ↗MARGIN OF SAFETY
A 20% margin of safety below fair value — the conservative entry level for risk-aware investors.
SAFETY MARGIN
20%
Below fair value
ENTRY LEVEL
$92.31
Fair price × 0.80
DISTANCE
44.0%
Price to entry level
At the current price of $164.75, CRL trades 44.0% above the conservative entry level of $92.31. This entry level represents a 20% margin of safety below the calculated fair price of $115.39 — a buffer that accounts for estimation uncertainty in the valuation model.
Margin of safety is a risk management concept, not an investment recommendation. The 20% threshold follows Benjamin Graham's value investing framework. Fair price and entry levels are model-based estimates updated daily. Learn more about Margin of Safety ↗
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How we calculate CRL's fair price
Charles River Laboratories's fair price of $115.39 is derived from a blended model that combines DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Healthcare peers using metrics like P/E and EV/EBITDA (30%), and analyst consensus (20%). At the current market price of $164.75, CRL trades 30.0% above its calculated fair value.
DCF MODEL · 50%
Discounted free cash flow analysis based on projected cash flows, discounted at a rate reflecting CRL's risk profile.
RELATIVE · 30%
Comparing CRL's valuation multiples against Healthcare peers to determine if the stock is over or undervalued relative to its industry.
ANALYST · 20%
Aggregated analyst price targets for CRL, weighted by recency and analyst accuracy.
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What is the fair price of CRL?+
Based on our blended model combining DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Healthcare peers (30%), and analyst consensus (20%), the fair price for Charles River Laboratories is $115.39. At the current market price of $164.75, CRL trades 30.0% above its calculated fair value.
Is CRL overvalued or undervalued?+
Charles River Laboratories is currently overvalued based on our valuation model. The stock trades at $164.75, which is 30.0% above the fair price of $115.39.
What is the margin of safety for CRL?+
With a 20% margin of safety applied to the fair price of $115.39, the conservative entry level for CRL is $92.31. At the current market price of $164.75, the stock trades 44.0% above this entry level. Margin of safety is a risk management concept from Benjamin Graham's value investing framework, not an investment recommendation.
How often is CRL's fair price updated?+
We update fair price calculations for CRL daily after market close. The current fair price of $115.39 incorporates the latest market data and sector multiples.
What factors affect CRL's fair price calculation?+
CRL's fair price of $115.39 is derived from DCF analysis (50% weight), relative valuation against Healthcare peers (30% weight), and analyst consensus (20% weight)., ROE of -2.5%.
Is CRL a good buy right now?+
At $164.75, CRL trades 30.0% above our fair value estimate of $115.39. The stock is currently overvalued. ROE stands at -2.5% (average). Fair Price Index provides valuation data — always do your own research before investing.
Does CRL pay dividends?+
CRL does not currently pay a dividend.
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Fair Price Index is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Fair value calculations are model-based estimates and may not reflect actual market conditions. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.