KLAC
KLA Corporation Common Stock
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KLA (KLAC) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$157.30
-3.71 (-2.30%)
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5d:
+21.19%
30d:
-12.03%
90d:
-22.79%
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Earnings: Oct 28, 2026
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QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
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LOW Confidence (71%)
Quality Score
53/100
Position
FAIR
30-Day Fair Range
$146.37 â $185.26
Position: FAIR
Forward P/E & Valuation
30.7x
STRETCHED
vs 18.3x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$219.62
+39.6% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$128.17 / $164.33
Trend: Downtrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
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âšī¸ NEUTRAL: KLAC is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 18.8% expected growth, valuation appears stretched. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
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Signal fired Nov 9, 2026 at $152.72 · last confirmed Nov 9, 2026
Strength: 8.0/10
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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
$182.87
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$113.55
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 18.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KLAC is currently trading at $157.30, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $146.37 to $185.26. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 30.6) compared to its historical average (18.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 18.8% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KLAC is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $128.16, while resistance sits at $164.33.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 55/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $219.62 (+39.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KLAC is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $128.16, while resistance sits at $164.33.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 55/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $219.62 (+39.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$146.37 -
$185.26
Company Quality Score
53/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
71.4%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$146.37 -
$185.26
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support Level
$128.17
Resistance Level
$164.33
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Nov 12, 2026
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View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 39.6% below Wall St target ($219.62)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 18.8% growth which is achievable
- WARNING: Composite score 53/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
30.65
Wall Street Target
$219.62
(+39.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
28.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
38.8%
Profit Margin
36.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+18.8% premium
PE vs Historical
30.7 vs 18.3
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+18.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$186.87
(+19%)
2-Year Target
$222.00
(+41%)
3-Year Target
$263.74
(+68%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 31â18)
PE COMPRESSION
$157.45
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 30.7, Growth: 38.5%)
$418.03
(+166%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 38.5%)
$270.83
(+72%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 38.5%)
$230.21
(+46%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (38x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (31x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 38.34 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.20
Bull Case
$216.39
(+38%)
Analyst growth 22.2%, PE expands to 42.2
Base Case
$196.72
(+25%)
Market implied 22.2%, PE stable at 38.3
Bear Case
$109.49
(-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 32.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Bullish
2 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bearish
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Last Tracked
Nov 6, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
The KLA Corporation announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.23 per share, payable on Dec. 1, 2026 to shareholders of record as of Nov. 16, 2026.
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