KRO
Kronos Worldwide, Inc.
INDUSTRIAL INORGANIC CHEMICALS
Kronos Worldwide (KRO) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$8.22
+0.13 (+1.61%)
▲
5d:
+9.45%
30d:
+10.34%
90d:
+4.58%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
BUY
HIGH Confidence (57%)
Quality Score
65/100
Position
EXTENDED
30-Day Fair Range
$7.37 – $7.85
Position: EXTENDED
Forward P/E & Valuation
13.4x
CHEAP
vs 30.4x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$8.50
+3.4% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$7.06 / $8.27
Trend: Uptrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KRO appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -23.9% annual earnings decline despite 125% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
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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
$29.88
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$18.55
55.7% 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 $8.22, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $7.37 to $7.85. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 13.4) compared to its historical average (30.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 23.9% 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 approaching resistance at $8.27. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: KRO 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. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KRO is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $8.27. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: KRO 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. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$7.37 -
$7.85
Company Quality Score
65/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$7.37 -
$7.85
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support Level
$7.06
Resistance Level
$8.27
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Nov 10, 2026
Quantitative Signal Breakdown
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (73/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($8.50)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 73/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.39
Wall Street Target
$8.50
(+3.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
18.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
124.8%
Profit Margin
-1.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-23.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
13.4 vs 30.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-23.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$7.40
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$6.66
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$5.99
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13→30)
$13.60
(+66%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 54.0%)
$41.13
(+400%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.4, Growth: 54.0%)
$27.74
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.4, Growth: 54.0%)
$23.58
(+187%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 13.4 to 30.4
Stabilization Target:
$18.66
(+127.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+127.0%
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Bearish
3 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bearish
StockTwits Volume
2 msgs
24h retail stream
Last Tracked
Nov 6, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
Kronos Worldwide reported Q3 profit of $34.8 million, or 30 cents per share, on revenue of $541.1 million.
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