KELYA Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KELYA - Kelly Services Inc
$11.72
0.01 (0.09%)
▲
5d:
+3.17%
30d:
+20.21%
90d:
+32.43%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 10, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: KELYA shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 6.9% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: KELYA shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 6.9% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$18.65
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$11.58
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 5.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KELYA is currently trading at $11.72, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $9.76 to $11.56. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 6.8) compared to its historical average (5.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 6.9% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KELYA is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $10.82, while resistance sits at $12.21.
Market Sentiment: KELYA has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (20th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $16.67 (+42.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KELYA is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $10.82, while resistance sits at $12.21.
Market Sentiment: KELYA has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (20th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $16.67 (+42.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$9.76 -
$11.56
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Options IV Signal
20th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
69.2%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 20th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 42.2% below Wall St target ($16.67)
- NEUTRAL: PE elevated vs history but 6.9% growth expectation is conservative given 333% recent growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$9.76 -
$11.56
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$0.86
(7.3%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$10.82
Resistance Level
$12.21
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
6.85
Wall Street Target
$16.67
(+42.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-10.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
333.3%
Profit Margin
-6.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+6.9% premium
PE vs Historical
6.9 vs 5.6
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+6.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$12.53
(+7%)
2-Year Target
$13.39
(+14%)
3-Year Target
$14.32
(+22%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 7→6)
PE COMPRESSION
$11.70
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.9, Growth: 89.5%)
$126.51
(+979%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 6.9, Growth: 89.5%)
$39.55
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 5.6, Growth: 89.5%)
$32.32
(+176%)
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Technical Signals Check
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
6
Buys
1
Sells
+
Net
INSIDERS BUYING
Recent Transactions
Christopher D Layden
BUY
10100 shares
2026-03-24
Angela Brock-Kyle
BUY
100 shares
2026-03-04
James Christopher Hunt
BUY
4000 shares
2026-02-25
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