KELYA Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KELYA - Kelly Services Inc
$8.78
-0.12 (-1.35%)
▼
5d:
+3.66%
30d:
-8.92%
90d:
+2.57%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 27, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 14, 2026
Smart Money Distribution
KELYA is up 5.2% this week, but smart money is buying puts. Top strike: $10 2026-05-15 with 2 OI. Put ratio: 100% View Scanner →
Strength: 7.6/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KELYA shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly low pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KELYA shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly low pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$17.59
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$10.92
19.6% 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 5.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KELYA is currently trading at $8.78, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $8.61 to $9.46. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 5.2) is in line with its historical norms (5.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 333.3% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KELYA is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $8.29, while resistance sits at $9.20.
Market Sentiment: KELYA has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (7th 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 $16.67 (+89.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KELYA is showing sideways momentum. Immediate support is located at $8.29, while resistance sits at $9.20.
Market Sentiment: KELYA has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (7th 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 $16.67 (+89.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Fair Price Range
$8.61 -
$9.46
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
7th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
92.3%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 7th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 89.8% below Wall St target ($16.67)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$8.61 -
$9.46
Current vs Fair Value
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$0.59
(6.7%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$8.29
Resistance Level
$9.20
Current Trend
Sideways
Technical data as of
Mar 27, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
5.25
Wall Street Target
$16.67
(+89.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-11.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
333.3%
Profit Margin
-6.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
5.3 vs 5.4
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$8.67
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$8.57
(-2%)
3-Year Target
$8.47
(-4%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 5→5)
$8.71
(-1%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 89.0%)
$126.44
(+1340%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 5.2, Growth: 89.0%)
$29.63
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 4.5, Growth: 89.0%)
$25.19
(+187%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 5.2 to 5.4
Stabilization Target:
$9.03
(+2.9%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+2.9%
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
5
Buys
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Sells
+
Net
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