Kontoor Brands (KTB) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KTB - Kontoor Brands, Inc. Common Stock
$67.82
1.41 (2.12%)
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5d:
+1.22%
30d:
-17.3%
90d:
-11.74%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 02, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: KTB shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: KTB shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$140.75
Based on 14.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$87.39
22.4% 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 11.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KTB is currently trading at $67.82, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $68.10 to $80.98. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 10.3) is in line with its historical norms (11.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.4% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KTB is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $65.12, while resistance sits at $70.67.
Market Sentiment: KTB scores 63/100 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 $97.50 (+43.8%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KTB is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $65.12, while resistance sits at $70.67.
Market Sentiment: KTB scores 63/100 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 $97.50 (+43.8%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$68.10 -
$80.98
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
90.5%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (63/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 43.8% below Wall St target ($97.50)
- CAUTION: Bottoming setup, but lagging the sector by 30% over 20 days — wait for relative strength
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$68.10 -
$80.98
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$65.12
Resistance Level
$70.67
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Sep 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.31
Wall Street Target
$97.50
(+43.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
18.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-11.4%
Profit Margin
7.8%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
10.3 vs 11.1
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$66.19
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$64.60
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$63.05
(-7%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→11)
$67.90
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.4, Growth: 24.5%)
$258.32
(+281%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.3, Growth: 24.5%)
$130.77
(+93%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.8, Growth: 24.5%)
$111.16
(+64%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (13x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 13.44 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.94
Bull Case
$97.30
(+44%)
Analyst growth 33.2%, PE expands to 14.8
Base Case
$88.46
(+30%)
Market implied 33.2%, PE stable at 13.4
Bear Case
$45.16
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 11.4
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 10.3 to 11.1
Stabilization Target:
$73.04
(+7.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+7.7%
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Last updated: September 23, 2026 12:47 AM ET
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