Is KTB stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, KTB is currently a HOLD with moderate confidence. 📊 HOLD: KTB shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

What is the fair value of KTB stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for KTB to be between $79.86 and $86.08. The current price is $83.23.

What is the analyst price target for KTB?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for KTB is $97.70. This implies a potential upside of 17.4% from current levels.

KTB Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

KTB - Kontoor Brands, Inc. Common Stock

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$83.23

1.22 (1.49%) ▲

5d: +1.79%

30d: -0.37%

90d: +19.05%

HOLD

MODERATE Confidence

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Analysis Updated: Aug 24, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Aug 12, 2026 0d

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: KTB shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 24.5%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$140.76

Based on 14.3% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$87.40

4.8% 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.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: KTB is currently trading at $83.23, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $79.86 to $86.08. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 12.7) compared to its historical average (11.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 4.4% annual earnings growth.

Technical Outlook: Technically, KTB is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $85.52. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.

Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 45/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (10th 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 $97.70 (+17.4%). 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 FAIR

Historical Trading Range $79.86 - $86.08

Company Quality Score 58/100 (HOLD)

Options IV Signal 10th percentile (COMPLACENCY WARNING)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 78.5%

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All Signals

NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 10th percentile)
NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($97.70)
BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 4.4% growth with 18.6% revenue growth
NEUTRAL: Bottoming setup forming (45/100) — watch for confirmation

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $79.86 - $86.08

Current vs Trading Range FAIR

Expected Move (7 Days) ±$5.24 (6.3%)

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $74.60

Resistance Level $85.52

Current Trend Strong Uptrend

Technical data as of Aug 24, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 12.65

Wall Street Target $97.70 (+17.4%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 18.6%

Earnings Growth (YoY) -11.4%

Profit Margin 7.8%

Valuation Premium vs History +4.4% premium

PE vs Historical 12.7 vs 11.1 FAIR

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): +4.4% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $86.89 (+4%)

2-Year Target $90.72 (+9%)

3-Year Target $94.71 (+14%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 13→11) PE COMPRESSION $83.12 (0%)

Earnings growth offset by PE compression

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 20.1, Growth: 24.5%) $254.51 (+206%)

Base: (SPY PE: 12.6, Growth: 24.5%) $160.54 (+93%)

Bear: (PE: 10.8, Growth: 24.5%) $136.46 (+64%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (17x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.

Trailing PE: 16.60 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.94

Bull Case $120.17 (+44%)

Analyst growth 33.2%, PE expands to 18.3

Base Case $109.25 (+31%)

Market implied 33.2%, PE stable at 16.6

Bear Case $55.77 (-33%)

Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.1

These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.

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