Clearfield, Inc.
CLFDTechnologyNASDAQCommunication Equipment · Last scanned Oct 24, 2026
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Daily timeframeClearfield, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, designs, manufactures, and distributes fiber management, protection, and delivery products in the United States and internationally. The $376.3M market capitalization puts CLFD squarely in small-cap range for its industry. The company offers FieldSmart, a series of panels, cabinets, wall boxes, and other enclosures; WaveSmart, an optical component integrated for signal coupling, splitting, termination, multiplexing, demultiplexing, and attenuation for integration within its fiber management platform; and FiberFlex, an outdoor active cabinet for mounting and configuration of electronic equipment.
Market Cap
$376.3M
Beta
2.14
P/E (TTM)
51.30
P/E (Fwd)
30.95
EPS (TTM)
$0.54
EPS (Fwd)
$0.90
ROE
1.6%
ROA
-0.1%
Cash
$101.2M
Total Debt
$10.3M
Free CF
$21.6M
52W Change
-23.5%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where CLFD stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 19, 2026 close, CLFD finished 10.70% below its 150-day moving average ($33.00) and 9.30% below its 200-day moving average ($32.49). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is CLFD overbought or oversold?
At the October 19, 2026 close, CLFD's RSI(14) was 44.4, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
The balance sheet looks solid with $101.2M in cash comfortably exceeding the $10.3M debt load. A net cash position generally provides financial flexibility during uncertain economic periods. Free cash flow comes in at $21.6M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 1.6%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. Revenue has pulled back from $270.9M (2022) to $150.1M (2025), a 45% decline worth watching.
Clearfield, Inc.'s elevated beta suggests the stock experiences more pronounced price movements than the overall market, which increases both upside potential and downside risk. The strong cash position relative to debt provides a financial cushion that reduces balance sheet risk. The elevated P/E ratio means the stock is priced for significant future growth. If earnings disappoint, the price correction could be sharp. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for Clearfield, Inc. and its sector.