KKR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KKR - KKR & Co. Inc.
$107.19
-1.64 (-1.51%)
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5d:
-3.41%
30d:
+10.54%
90d:
+11.69%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 18, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
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Signal fired Aug 17, 2026 at $110.19 · last confirmed Aug 18, 2026
Strength: 7.0/10
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Bottom Line:
ℹ️ NEUTRAL: KKR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 0.6% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
ℹ️ NEUTRAL: KKR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 0.6% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$173.32
Based on 10.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$107.62
0.4% Margin of Safety
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 14.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KKR is currently trading at $107.19, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $97.58 to $108.44. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 14.5) is in line with its historical norms (14.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.6% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KKR is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $101.15, while resistance sits at $116.57.
Market Sentiment: KKR scores 31/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $126.53 (+18.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KKR is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $101.15, while resistance sits at $116.57.
Market Sentiment: KKR scores 31/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $126.53 (+18.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$97.58 -
$108.44
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
41.4%
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- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (31/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($126.53)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.6% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 52/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$97.58 -
$108.44
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$101.15
Resistance Level
$116.57
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 18, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.51
Wall Street Target
$126.53
(+18.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
40.0%
Profit Margin
12.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.6% premium
PE vs Historical
14.5 vs 14.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$107.83
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$108.48
(+1%)
3-Year Target
$109.13
(+2%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→14)
PE COMPRESSION
$107.58
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 17.0%)
$238.18
(+122%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.5, Growth: 17.0%)
$171.81
(+60%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.3, Growth: 17.0%)
$146.04
(+36%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (36x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 36.40 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.99
Bull Case
$239.43
(+123%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 40.0
Base Case
$217.66
(+103%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 36.4
Bear Case
$74.00
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 30.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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