Kronos Worldwide (KRO) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KRO - Kronos Worldwide, Inc.
$8.14
0.04 (0.49%)
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5d:
-3.67%
30d:
+3.56%
90d:
+19.35%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: KRO is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -27.2% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: KRO is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -27.2% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$29.88
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$18.55
56.1% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KRO is currently trading at $8.14, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $7.64 to $8.91. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 13.3) compared to its historical average (34.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 27.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 124.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KRO is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $8.07. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: KRO scores 15/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KRO is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $8.07. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: KRO scores 15/100 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. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$7.64 -
$8.91
Company Quality Score
44/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
45.2%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (15/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($8.50)
- WARNING: Composite score 44/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$7.64 -
$8.91
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$8.07
Resistance Level
$9.08
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.26
Wall Street Target
$8.50
(+4.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
124.8%
Profit Margin
-5.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-27.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
13.3 vs 34.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-27.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$7.33
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$6.59
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$5.93
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13â34)
$15.39
(+89%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 54.0%)
$41.78
(+413%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.3, Growth: 54.0%)
$27.47
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.3, Growth: 54.0%)
$23.35
(+187%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 13.3 to 34.4
Stabilization Target:
$21.11
(+159.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+159.4%
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