CLS vs GRMN: which is the better buy in 2026?
On Alexandria's Compass, Garmin Ltd. has the edge with a 92/100 score versus 91/100 for CLS. Here is how they stack up, factor by factor.
Celestica Inc.
NYSE:CLS
The hyperscaler's favourite hardware partner has graduated from contract manufacturer to AI infrastructure designer, and the multiple still doesn't reflect it.
Full CLS analysisGarmin Ltd.
NYSE:GRMN
A beautifully run multi-segment hardware company priced for continued perfection with limited room for positive surprise.
Full GRMN analysisFactor by factor
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Frequently asked questions
Is CLS or GRMN the better buy in 2026?
By Compass Score, Garmin Ltd. (NYSE:GRMN) edges it at 92/100 versus 91/100 for CLS. Both scores update weekly and reflect a contrarian, forward-looking read, not a recommendation.
How does Alexandria compare CLS and GRMN?
Each company is scored 1-100 on eight factors: revenue growth, profitability, valuation, momentum, theme purity, moat, catalysts, and market position. The Compass Score is the composite, and the comparison below shows where each name wins factor by factor.
Compass Scores are proprietary editorial research from publicly available data, not investment advice or a recommendation regarding any security. Rankings update weekly.