CBIZ (CBZ) falls 41.8% as valuation drops to 7.4 times forward earnings

CBIZ Inc. (NYSE: CBZ) shares have fallen 41.8% over the six months ended May 14, 2026, trading at $30.28 and reducing the company’s forward price-to-earnings multiple to 7.4 times. The business services provider reported a five-year revenue compound annual growth rate of 22.9%, outpacing the broader business services sector. Earnings per share rose at a 17.6% compound annual rate over the same period, indicating that sales growth translated into profit expansion. CBIZ’s free cash flow margin averaged 7% over the past five years, slightly above the sector average. The company provides accounting, tax, benefits, insurance brokerage and advisory services to small and midsize businesses.