KLA (KLAC) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KLAC - KLA Corporation Common Stock
$145.61
-2.22 (-1.50%)
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5d:
-12.15%
30d:
-22.18%
90d:
-28.4%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 28, 2026
4d
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Signal fired Oct 16, 2026 at $165.74 · last confirmed Oct 19, 2026
Strength: 7.2/10
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: KLAC is down 12.1% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: KLAC is down 12.1% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$175.87
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$109.20
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 17.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KLAC is currently trading at $145.61, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $165.50 to $197.49. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 28.4) compared to its historical average (17.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 17.3% 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. The price is currently testing key support at $144.82. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: KLAC scores 35/100 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 $232.38 (+59.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KLAC is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $144.82. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: KLAC scores 35/100 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 $232.38 (+59.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$165.50 -
$197.49
Company Quality Score
40/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
56.2%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (35/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 59.6% below Wall St target ($232.38)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 17.3% growth which is achievable
- WARNING: Composite score 40/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$165.50 -
$197.49
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$144.82
Resistance Level
$193.99
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 23, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
28.38
Wall Street Target
$232.38
(+59.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
15.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
13.8%
Profit Margin
35.6%
Valuation Premium vs History
+17.3% premium
PE vs Historical
28.4 vs 17.6
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+17.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$170.80
(+17%)
2-Year Target
$200.35
(+38%)
3-Year Target
$235.01
(+61%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 28→18)
PE COMPRESSION
$145.76
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 28.4, Growth: 38.5%)
$386.97
(+166%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 38.5%)
$270.83
(+86%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 38.5%)
$230.21
(+58%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (44x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (28x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 44.17 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.70
Bull Case
$249.32
(+69%)
Analyst growth 38.7%, PE expands to 48.6
Base Case
$226.66
(+53%)
Market implied 38.7%, PE stable at 44.2
Bear Case
$111.13
(-25%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 37.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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