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YOU:NYSEClear Secure, Inc. Analysis

Data as of 2026-05-12 - not real-time

$56.89

Latest Price

7/10Risk

Risk Level: Medium

Executive Summary

Clear Secure, Inc. (YOU) is trading at $56.89, comfortably above its 20‑day SMA of $55.17 and the 50‑day SMA of $51.35, confirming a bullish price trend. The RSI of 57 suggests momentum is still intact, while the MACD histogram is positive, reinforcing short‑term upside potential. Volume is on an increasing trend, and the stock sits near its $47.89 support level with ample room before the $61.68 resistance, offering a favorable risk‑reward profile. Fundamentally, the company posted 19.7% revenue growth, a robust gross margin of 65%, and an operating margin of 24.5%, indicating strong profitability. Cash reserves of $800 M dwarf the $111 M debt, yielding a low debt‑to‑equity of 52% and a healthy free cash flow generation of $341 M. The dividend yield of 1.05% with a 42% payout ratio appears sustainable, and the DCF‑derived fair value of $81.72 suggests upside despite a current PE of 45.5, which is above the industry average. Recent analyst activity includes a downgrade from Buy to Neutral by DA Davidson, reflecting some near‑term skepticism, but the median price target of $68 still signals confidence in longer‑term growth. Overall, the confluence of bullish technicals, solid cash generation, and a modest valuation gap supports a positive outlook, tempered by elevated volatility and sector‑specific regulatory considerations.

Market Outlook

Short Term

< 1 year
Positive
Model confidence: 7/10

Key Factors

  • Bullish technical indicators (price above SMA20, positive MACD)
  • Increasing volume supporting upward momentum
  • Strong cash position and low leverage

Medium Term

1–3 years
Neutral
Model confidence: 6/10

Key Factors

  • Sustained revenue growth and high margins
  • Valuation near industry norms with modest upside
  • Potential impact of analyst downgrade and market sentiment

Long Term

> 3 years
Positive
Model confidence: 8/10

Key Factors

  • Long‑term demand for secure identity solutions
  • Expansion of B2B offerings (CLEAR1, Sora ID) driving future growth
  • DCF fair value indicating significant upside potential

Key Metrics & Analysis

Financial Health

Revenue Growth19.70%
Profit Margin13.00%
P/E Ratio45.5
ROE109.50%
ROA10.41%
Debt/Equity52.08
P/B Ratio31.5
Op. Cash Flow$464.5M
Free Cash Flow$341.2M
Industry P/E39.0

Technical Analysis

TrendBullish
RSI57.3
Support$47.89
Resistance$61.68
MA 20$55.17
MA 50$51.35
MA 200$38.67
MACDBullish
VolumeIncreasing
Fear & Greed Index88.61

Valuation

Fair Value$81.72
Target Price$62.00
Upside/Downside8.98%
GradeFair
TypeGrowth
Dividend Yield1.05%

Risk Assessment

Beta1.10
Volatility53.32%
Sector RiskHigh
Reg. RiskMedium
Geo RiskLow
Currency RiskLow
Liquidity RiskLow

This analysis may contain inaccuracies and is provided for informational and research purposes only. It is not personal investment advice, a recommendation, or an instruction to buy, sell, or hold any asset.