KFRC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KFRC - Kforce Inc.
$43.94
-1.45 (-3.19%)
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5d:
-12.12%
30d:
+8.28%
90d:
+66.57%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 27, 2026
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: KFRC is down 12.1% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: KFRC is down 12.1% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$69.55
Based on 13.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$43.19
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 13.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KFRC is currently trading at $43.94, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $42.09 to $48.68. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 15.0) compared to its historical average (13.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 4.8% annual earnings growth. This is a high bar to clear, indicating the stock may be priced for perfection.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KFRC is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $41.57, while resistance sits at $48.81. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KFRC is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $41.57, while resistance sits at $48.81. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$42.09 -
$48.68
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
31th percentile
(NORMAL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
60.4%
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- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Options fairly priced (IV 31th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.2%)
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($42.33)
- BEARISH: Market expects 4.8% growth - appears too optimistic based on history
- WARNING: Recommendation downgraded due to -12.1% 5-day decline - wait for stabilization
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$42.09 -
$48.68
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$3.87
(8.8%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$41.57
Resistance Level
$48.81
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.98
Wall Street Target
$42.33
(-3.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
0.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
2.6%
Profit Margin
2.6%
Valuation Premium vs History
+4.8% premium
PE vs Historical
15.0 vs 13.0
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+4.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$46.05
(+5%)
2-Year Target
$48.26
(+10%)
3-Year Target
$50.58
(+15%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→13)
PE COMPRESSION
$43.89
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 21.9%)
$115.60
(+163%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 15.0, Growth: 21.9%)
$79.51
(+81%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.7, Growth: 21.9%)
$67.58
(+54%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (23x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 23.04 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.97
Bull Case
$74.34
(+69%)
Analyst growth 48.9%, PE expands to 25.3
Base Case
$67.58
(+54%)
Market implied 48.9%, PE stable at 23.0
Bear Case
$30.87
(-30%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 19.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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