Kelly Services (KELYA) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KELYA - Kelly Services Inc
$15.88
-0.04 (-0.25%)
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5d:
-4.97%
30d:
+2.85%
90d:
+31.89%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: KELYA is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 10.8% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: KELYA is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 10.8% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. 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
$22.68
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$14.08
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 6.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KELYA is currently trading at $15.88, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $15.64 to $16.93. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 8.7) compared to its historical average (6.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 10.8% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KELYA is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $15.68. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: KELYA scores 15/100 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 $20.00 (+25.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KELYA is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $15.68. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: KELYA scores 15/100 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 $20.00 (+25.9%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$15.64 -
$16.93
Company Quality Score
46/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
68.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (15/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 25.9% below Wall St target ($20.00)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 10.8% growth with -5.8% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 46/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$15.64 -
$16.93
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
Âą$1.15
(7.3%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$15.68
Resistance Level
$17.46
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.73
Wall Street Target
$20.00
(+25.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-5.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-40.4%
Profit Margin
-6.7%
Valuation Premium vs History
+10.8% premium
PE vs Historical
8.7 vs 6.4
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+10.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$17.60
(+11%)
2-Year Target
$19.50
(+23%)
3-Year Target
$21.60
(+36%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9â6)
PE COMPRESSION
$15.84
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 66.2%)
$123.89
(+680%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.7, Growth: 66.2%)
$53.60
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.4, Growth: 66.2%)
$39.31
(+148%)
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
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Sells
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