KELYA Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KELYA - Kelly Services Inc
$17.09
0.38 (2.27%)
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5d:
+6.41%
30d:
+13.48%
90d:
+60.17%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 06, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: KELYA shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: KELYA shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$21.97
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$13.64
Trading above historical range
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 6.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KELYA is currently trading at $17.09, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $14.99 to $16.22. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 9.4) compared to its historical average (6.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 14.9% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KELYA is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $17.14. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: KELYA scores 25/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $20.00 (+17.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KELYA is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $17.14. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: KELYA scores 25/100 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $20.00 (+17.0%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$14.99 -
$16.22
Company Quality Score
40/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
39.2%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range (+5.4% above its trading range)
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($20.00)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 14.9% growth with -5.8% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 40/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$14.99 -
$16.22
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$1.39
(8.1%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$15.04
Resistance Level
$17.14
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.39
Wall Street Target
$20.00
(+17.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-5.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-40.4%
Profit Margin
-6.7%
Valuation Premium vs History
+14.9% premium
PE vs Historical
9.4 vs 6.2
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+14.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$19.64
(+15%)
2-Year Target
$22.56
(+32%)
3-Year Target
$25.92
(+52%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→6)
PE COMPRESSION
$17.12
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 66.2%)
$123.28
(+621%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.4, Growth: 66.2%)
$57.68
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.2, Growth: 66.2%)
$38.08
(+123%)
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: August 23, 2026 3:00 AM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
3
Buys
0
Sells
+
Net
INSIDERS BUYING
Recent Transactions
Christopher D Layden
BUY
10100 shares
2026-03-24
Angela Brock-Kyle
BUY
100 shares
2026-03-04
James Christopher Hunt
BUY
4000 shares
2026-02-25
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