Ticker: CRL

Charles River Laboratories

Healthcare Healthcare Medical - Diagnostics & Research
Price 273.00
Reco Hold Potential 63 Risk 61 Updated 2026-09-10

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Description

Company and Business Model

Charles River Laboratories provides essential services and products to the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. The company specializes in preclinical and clinical laboratory services, including drug discovery, safety assessment, and laboratory animal medicine. Major business segments include Research Models and Services, and Preclinical Services, with primary revenue sources stemming from contract research services and animal model sales.

Investment Profile

The investment profile of Charles River Laboratories is more aligned with balanced investors, given its focus on stable service contracts and moderate growth potential. The stock exhibits characteristics suitable for those seeking a mix of growth and stability, with a moderate risk profile.

Fundamental metrics (experimental) Updated: 2026-09-07
EPS (TTM) — earnings per share for the last 12 months, $
-4.84
Revenue QoQ — quarter-over-quarter revenue growth
0.8%
EPS surprise
9.0%
20d volatility
1.7%
AI recommendation changes
Date Before After Reason
2026-08-31 Buy Hold Strong growth but recent performance raises concerns.
2026-08-08 Hold Buy Strong momentum and positive EPS surprise indicate growth potential.
2026-07-11 Buy Hold Weak fundamentals and high risk limit upside potential.
Analyst forecasts
Date Analyst Action Target Price Then
2026-08-10 Piper Sandler Target Raised — → 300 269.64
2026-08-10 Mizuho Securities Target Raised 230 → 264 267.49
2026-08-07 Morgan Stanley Target Raised 260 → 300 264.05
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