Kronos Worldwide (KRO) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KRO - Kronos Worldwide, Inc.
$7.48
-0.07 (-0.93%)
▼
5d:
+2.19%
30d:
-12.82%
90d:
+12.65%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KRO appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -27.2% annual earnings decline despite 125% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KRO appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -27.2% annual earnings decline despite 125% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
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
59.7% 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 $7.48, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $7.50 to $8.18. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 12.2) compared to its historical average (31.5). 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 strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $7.11, while resistance sits at $7.88.
Market Sentiment: KRO scores 75/100 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 $8.50 (+13.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KRO is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $7.11, while resistance sits at $7.88.
Market Sentiment: KRO scores 75/100 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 $8.50 (+13.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$7.50 -
$8.18
Company Quality Score
70/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
88.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($8.50)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 75/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$7.50 -
$8.18
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$7.11
Resistance Level
$7.88
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.19
Wall Street Target
$8.50
(+13.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
12.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
124.8%
Profit Margin
-5.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-27.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
12.2 vs 31.5
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-27.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$6.73
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$6.06
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$5.45
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 12→32)
$14.09
(+88%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 54.0%)
$41.13
(+450%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.2, Growth: 54.0%)
$25.25
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.4, Growth: 54.0%)
$21.46
(+187%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 12.2 to 31.5
Stabilization Target:
$19.33
(+158.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+158.4%
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