KEP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KEP - Korea Electric Power Corp
$11.95
-0.16 (-1.32%)
▼
5d:
-0.91%
30d:
-0.58%
90d:
-21.84%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Sep 21, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KEP shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly low pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KEP shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly low 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 $11.95, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $11.63 to $12.42. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 3.1) is in line with its historical norms (3.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.8% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 7.1% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KEP is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $11.28, while resistance sits at $12.32.
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 (+33.9%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KEP is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $11.28, while resistance sits at $12.32.
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 (+33.9%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$11.63 -
$12.42
Company Quality Score
46/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
90.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 33.9% below Wall St target ($16.00)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$11.63 -
$12.42
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$11.28
Resistance Level
$12.32
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
3.11
Wall Street Target
$16.00
(+33.9%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
0.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
7.1%
Profit Margin
8.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
3.1 vs 3.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$11.73
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$11.52
(-4%)
3-Year Target
$11.32
(-5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 3→3)
$12.02
(+1%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: 5.1%)
$92.43
(+673%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 3.1, Growth: 5.1%)
$13.86
(+16%)
Bear:
(PE: 2.6, Growth: 5.1%)
$11.78
(-1%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 2.46 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.92
Bull Case
$10.41
(-13%)
Analyst growth -21.8%, PE expands to 2.7
Base Case
$9.46
(-21%)
Market implied -21.8%, PE stable at 2.5
Bear Case
$8.23
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 2.1
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 3.1 to 3.3
Stabilization Target:
$12.69
(+6.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+6.2%
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