KEP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KEP - Korea Electric Power Corp
$13.00
-0.19 (-1.44%)
▼
5d:
+6.3%
30d:
-0.91%
90d:
-20.54%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 18, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 12, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KEP shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KEP shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$15.85
Based on 4.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$9.84
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 3.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KEP is currently trading at $13.00, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $12.36 to $14.04. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 3.4) is in line with its historical norms (3.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.5% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KEP is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $13.35. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: KEP has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $16.00 (+23.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KEP is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $13.35. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: KEP has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $16.00 (+23.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$12.36 -
$14.04
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
84.3%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 23.1% below Wall St target ($16.00)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.5% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$12.36 -
$14.04
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$11.88
Resistance Level
$13.35
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
3.38
Wall Street Target
$16.00
(+23.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
0.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
7.1%
Profit Margin
8.9%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.5% premium
PE vs Historical
3.4 vs 3.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$13.06
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$13.13
(+1%)
3-Year Target
$13.20
(+2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 3→3)
PE COMPRESSION
$12.88
(-1%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 5.1%)
$97.11
(+647%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 3.4, Growth: 5.1%)
$15.07
(+16%)
Bear:
(PE: 2.9, Growth: 5.1%)
$12.81
(-1%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 2.94 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.49
Bull Case
$12.43
(-4%)
Analyst growth -14.4%, PE expands to 3.2
Base Case
$11.30
(-13%)
Market implied -14.4%, PE stable at 2.9
Bear Case
$8.97
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 2.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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