KBR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KBR - KBR, Inc.
$35.81
-1.19 (-3.22%)
▼
5d:
-5.36%
30d:
-15.2%
90d:
-10.96%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 30, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: KBR shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: KBR 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
$55.40
Based on 5.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$34.40
Trading above fair value
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 10.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KBR is currently trading at $35.81, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $36.82 to $41.11. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 8.4) compared to its historical average (10.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.8% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 52.4% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KBR is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $36.19. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $53.22 (+48.6%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KBR is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $36.19. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 3.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $53.22 (+48.6%). 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
Fair Price Range
$36.82 -
$41.11
Company Quality Score
60/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
74.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-3.2%)
- BULLISH: Trading 48.6% below Wall St target ($53.22)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -5.4% 5-day decline
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$36.82 -
$41.11
Current vs Fair Value
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$36.19
Resistance Level
$38.34
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.37
Wall Street Target
$53.22
(+48.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-10.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
52.4%
Profit Margin
5.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.4 vs 10.0
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$33.73
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$31.78
(-11%)
3-Year Target
$29.93
(-16%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8→10)
$35.77
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 6.6%)
$115.94
(+224%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.4, Growth: 6.6%)
$43.41
(+21%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.1, Growth: 6.6%)
$36.89
(+3%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (11x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (8x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 10.68 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.49
Bull Case
$50.40
(+33%)
Analyst growth 22.9%, PE expands to 11.8
Base Case
$45.82
(+21%)
Market implied 22.9%, PE stable at 10.7
Bear Case
$25.36
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.1
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 8.4 to 10.0
Stabilization Target:
$42.80
(+19.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+19.5%
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Last updated: March 30, 2026 10:22 PM ET
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