Keysight Technologies (KEYS) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KEYS - Keysight Technologies, Inc.
$341.35
7.19 (2.15%)
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5d:
-4.55%
30d:
-1.72%
90d:
+4.99%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 23, 2026
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Strength: 6.8/10
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: KEYS is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -3.6% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: KEYS is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -3.6% 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
$628.63
Based on 12.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$390.33
12.5% 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: KEYS is currently trading at $341.35, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $332.12 to $376.25. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 24.5) compared to its historical average (27.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.6% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 109.1% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KEYS is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $323.07, while resistance sits at $383.19.
Market Sentiment: KEYS scores 33/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $418.00 (+22.5%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KEYS is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $323.07, while resistance sits at $383.19.
Market Sentiment: KEYS scores 33/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $418.00 (+22.5%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$332.12 -
$376.25
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (33/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 22.5% below Wall St target ($418.00)
- WARNING: Composite score 50/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$332.12 -
$376.25
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$323.07
Resistance Level
$383.20
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
24.50
Wall Street Target
$418.00
(+22.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
36.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
109.1%
Profit Margin
19.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.6% cheaper
PE vs Historical
24.5 vs 27.3
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$329.06
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$317.22
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$305.80
(-10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 25â27)
$340.78
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 24.5, Growth: 21.4%)
$611.35
(+79%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 21.4%)
$495.62
(+45%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 21.4%)
$421.28
(+23%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (45x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (25x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 45.22 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.39
Bull Case
$693.08
(+103%)
Analyst growth 88.6%, PE expands to 49.7
Base Case
$630.07
(+85%)
Market implied 88.6%, PE stable at 45.2
Bear Case
$227.23
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 38.4
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 24.5 to 27.3
Stabilization Target:
$380.40
(+11.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+11.4%
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Last updated: October 21, 2026 11:21 PM ET
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