Kimball Electronics (KE) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KE - Kimball Electronics, Inc.
$26.48
0.32 (1.22%)
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5d:
-2.75%
30d:
-0.68%
90d:
+6.3%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 04, 2026
12d
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: KE is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 1.1% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: KE is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 1.1% 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
$23.75
Based on -1.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$14.74
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 18.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KE is currently trading at $26.48, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $25.48 to $28.43. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 19.1) is in line with its historical norms (18.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.1% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KE is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $25.60, while resistance sits at $29.14.
Market Sentiment: KE scores 32/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th 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 $34.00 (+28.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KE is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $25.60, while resistance sits at $29.14.
Market Sentiment: KE scores 32/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th 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 $34.00 (+28.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$25.48 -
$28.43
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
60.4%
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- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (32/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 28.4% below Wall St target ($34.00)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.1% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 52/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$25.48 -
$28.43
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
Âą$1.76
(6.7%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$25.60
Resistance Level
$29.14
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
19.05
Wall Street Target
$34.00
(+28.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-2.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
30.7%
Profit Margin
1.9%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.1% premium
PE vs Historical
19.1 vs 18.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$26.77
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$27.07
(+2%)
3-Year Target
$27.36
(+3%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 19â18)
PE COMPRESSION
$26.43
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: -6.8%)
$22.32
(+-16%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.1, Growth: -6.8%)
$21.41
(-19%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.2, Growth: -6.8%)
$18.20
(-31%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (23x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (19x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 23.15 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.13
Bull Case
$35.40
(+34%)
Analyst growth 23.0%, PE expands to 25.5
Base Case
$32.18
(+22%)
Market implied 23.0%, PE stable at 23.2
Bear Case
$17.79
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 19.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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