Korn Ferry (KFY) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$76.30
+0.32 (+0.42%)
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5d:
-2.22%
30d:
+6.12%
90d:
-10.06%
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Earnings: Dec 08, 2026
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Updated Nov 11, 12:00 AM ET
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
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LOW Confidence (71%)
Quality Score
50/100
Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
30-Day Fair Range
$71.93 â $77.00
Position: SLIGHTLY HIGH
Forward P/E & Valuation
13.2x
FAIR
vs 12.4x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$90.50
+19.1% upside
Options IV & Volume
25th pct IV
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$74.42 / $79.66
Trend: Sideways
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
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âšī¸ NEUTRAL: KFY is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 2.1% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$95.49
Based on 6.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$59.29
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 12.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KFY is currently trading at $76.30, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $71.93 to $77.00. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 13.2) is in line with its historical norms (12.4). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.1% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KFY is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $74.42. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 53/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (25th 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 $90.50 (+19.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KFY is showing sideways momentum. The price is currently testing key support at $74.42. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 53/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (25th 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 $90.50 (+19.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$71.93 -
$77.00
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
25th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
70.8%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$71.93 -
$77.00
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Expected Move (7 Days)
Âą$3.12
(4.1%)
Support Level
$74.42
Resistance Level
$79.66
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
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View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 25th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (53/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($90.50)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 2.1% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 50/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.20
Wall Street Target
$90.50
(+19.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
5.3%
Profit Margin
9.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.1% premium
PE vs Historical
13.2 vs 12.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$77.58
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$79.20
(+4%)
3-Year Target
$80.87
(+6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13â12)
PE COMPRESSION
$75.98
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 8.0%)
$144.04
(+90%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.2, Growth: 8.0%)
$95.72
(+26%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.2, Growth: 8.0%)
$81.36
(+7%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (14x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 14.20 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.29
Bull Case
$89.90
(+18%)
Analyst growth 8.8%, PE expands to 15.6
Base Case
$81.73
(+8%)
Market implied 8.8%, PE stable at 14.2
Bear Case
$51.07
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 12.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Bearish
2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bullish
StockTwits Volume
1 msgs
24h retail stream
Last Tracked
Jun 23, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
Korn Ferry declares quarterly cash dividend of $0.55 per share, with a purchase of 1.2 million shares during the quarter.
Key Retail Themes:
Dividend announcement
Share buybacks
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