KBR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KBR - KBR, Inc.
$30.22
-0.66 (-2.14%)
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5d:
-7.13%
30d:
-17.63%
90d:
-26.83%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 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
$49.92
Based on 4.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$31.00
2.5% 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 9.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KBR is currently trading at $30.22, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $33.55 to $37.82. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 7.4) compared to its historical average (9.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 8.3% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KBR is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $30.41. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $48.62 (+57.5%). 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 strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $30.41. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $48.62 (+57.5%). 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
$33.55 -
$37.82
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 57.5% below Wall St target ($48.62)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -7.1% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$33.55 -
$37.82
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$30.42
Resistance Level
$39.07
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
7.40
Wall Street Target
$48.63
(+57.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-4.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-8.7%
Profit Margin
5.2%
Valuation Discount vs History
-8.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
7.4 vs 9.6
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-8.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$28.32
(-8%)
2-Year Target
$25.97
(-16%)
3-Year Target
$23.81
(-23%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 7→10)
$30.89
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 5.0%)
$106.55
(+245%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 7.4, Growth: 5.0%)
$35.77
(+16%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.3, Growth: 5.0%)
$30.41
(-2%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (9x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (7x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 9.00 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.39
Bull Case
$41.30
(+34%)
Analyst growth 23.1%, PE expands to 9.9
Base Case
$37.54
(+22%)
Market implied 23.1%, PE stable at 9.0
Bear Case
$20.74
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 7.7
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 7.4 to 9.6
Stabilization Target:
$40.06
(+29.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+29.7%
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Last updated: May 15, 2026 11:00 AM ET
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