KLIC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KLIC - Kulicke & Soffa Industries Inc
$99.09
3.29 (3.43%)
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5d:
+8.52%
30d:
+0.07%
90d:
-4.8%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: KLIC is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -13.7% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: KLIC is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -13.7% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. 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
$287.40
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$178.45
44.5% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KLIC is currently trading at $99.09, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $90.27 to $107.95. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 16.2) compared to its historical average (25.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 13.7% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KLIC is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $98.00. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 40/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $106.67 (+11.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KLIC is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $98.00. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 40/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $106.67 (+11.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$90.27 -
$107.95
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
74.8%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.4%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($106.67)
- WARNING: Composite score 52/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$90.27 -
$107.95
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$82.67
Resistance Level
$98.00
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
16.23
Wall Street Target
$106.67
(+11.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
122.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-78.8%
Profit Margin
12.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-13.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
16.2 vs 25.3
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-13.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$86.22
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$77.60
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$69.84
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 16â25)
$108.88
(+14%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 52.8%)
$403.06
(+321%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 16.2, Growth: 52.8%)
$323.32
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 13.8, Growth: 52.8%)
$274.83
(+187%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (42x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (16x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 41.73 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.28
Bull Case
$209.33
(+119%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 45.9
Base Case
$190.30
(+99%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 41.7
Bear Case
$64.70
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 35.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 16.2 to 25.3
Stabilization Target:
$149.35
(+55.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+55.9%
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Last updated: August 14, 2026 4:33 PM ET
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