Kearny Financial (KRNY) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KRNY - Kearny Financial Corporation
$9.27
0.21 (2.32%)
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5d:
+2.89%
30d:
-0.75%
90d:
-1.38%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 22, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KRNY shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KRNY shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$15.65
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$9.71
4.6% 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 10.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KRNY is currently trading at $9.27, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $9.02 to $9.52. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 11.9) compared to its historical average (10.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 4.8% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KRNY is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $9.29. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: KRNY scores 73/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $10.67 (+15.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KRNY is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $9.29. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: KRNY scores 73/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $10.67 (+15.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$9.02 -
$9.52
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
80.0%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (73/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($10.67)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 4.8% growth which is achievable
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 73/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$9.02 -
$9.52
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$8.82
Resistance Level
$9.30
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
11.88
Wall Street Target
$10.67
(+15.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
14.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
5.3%
Profit Margin
20.6%
Valuation Premium vs History
+4.8% premium
PE vs Historical
11.9 vs 10.3
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+4.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$9.71
(+5%)
2-Year Target
$10.18
(+10%)
3-Year Target
$10.67
(+15%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→10)
PE COMPRESSION
$9.25
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 26.8%)
$31.60
(+241%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 11.9, Growth: 26.8%)
$18.91
(+104%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.1, Growth: 26.8%)
$16.08
(+73%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (16x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (12x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 15.89 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.57
Bull Case
$13.64
(+47%)
Analyst growth 36.8%, PE expands to 17.5
Base Case
$12.40
(+34%)
Market implied 36.8%, PE stable at 15.9
Bear Case
$6.16
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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