KEYS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KEYS - Keysight Technologies, Inc.
$319.08
6.39 (2.04%)
▲
5d:
+0.13%
30d:
-4.92%
90d:
-8.81%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 18, 2026
15d
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Strength: 5.5/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KEYS shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KEYS shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$488.81
Based on 10.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$303.51
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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KEYS is currently trading at $319.08, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $311.28 to $344.59. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 26.8) is in line with its historical norms (27.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.4% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 35.6% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KEYS is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $293.55, while resistance sits at $332.78.
Market Sentiment: KEYS 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 $388.33 (+21.7%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KEYS is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $293.55, while resistance sits at $332.78.
Market Sentiment: KEYS 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 $388.33 (+21.7%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$311.28 -
$344.59
Company Quality Score
50/100
(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 21.7% below Wall St target ($388.33)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$311.28 -
$344.59
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$293.55
Resistance Level
$332.78
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
26.77
Wall Street Target
$388.33
(+21.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
31.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
35.6%
Profit Margin
17.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
26.8 vs 27.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$314.61
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$310.21
(-3%)
3-Year Target
$305.87
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 27→28)
$318.79
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 26.8, Growth: 17.0%)
$510.47
(+60%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.7, Growth: 17.0%)
$395.31
(+24%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.6, Growth: 17.0%)
$336.01
(+5%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (48x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (27x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 47.81 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.54
Bull Case
$626.90
(+97%)
Analyst growth 82.3%, PE expands to 52.6
Base Case
$569.91
(+79%)
Market implied 82.3%, PE stable at 47.8
Bear Case
$212.63
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 40.6
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 26.8 to 27.9
Stabilization Target:
$332.56
(+4.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+4.2%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
7
Sells
Net
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