KLIC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KLIC - Kulicke & Soffa Industries Inc
$85.75
0.62 (0.73%)
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5d:
-13.46%
30d:
-19.16%
90d:
-15.17%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: KLIC is down 13.5% 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: KLIC is down 13.5% 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
$286.25
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$177.74
51.8% 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 24.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KLIC is currently trading at $85.75, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $87.72 to $101.80. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 14.5) compared to its historical average (24.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 16.5% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KLIC is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $83.68. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 50/100 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 $106.67 (+24.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KLIC is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $83.68. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 50/100 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 $106.67 (+24.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$87.72 -
$101.80
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (50/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 24.4% below Wall St target ($106.67)
- WARNING: Composite score 52/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$87.72 -
$101.80
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$83.68
Resistance Level
$103.39
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.53
Wall Street Target
$106.67
(+24.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
122.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-78.8%
Profit Margin
12.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-16.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
14.5 vs 24.9
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-16.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$77.17
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$69.46
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$62.51
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→25)
$107.16
(+25%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 52.8%)
$399.87
(+366%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.5, Growth: 52.8%)
$289.41
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.3, Growth: 52.8%)
$246.00
(+187%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (40x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 39.60 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.15
Bull Case
$187.29
(+118%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 43.6
Base Case
$170.26
(+99%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 39.6
Bear Case
$57.89
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 33.7
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 14.5 to 24.9
Stabilization Target:
$146.99
(+71.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+71.4%
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Last updated: August 23, 2026 1:27 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
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Sells
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