KFRC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KFRC - Kforce Inc.
$39.48
0.07 (0.18%)
▲
5d:
-8.74%
30d:
+28.1%
90d:
+35.3%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 03, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: KFRC is fairly valued with market pricing in 2.5% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
📊 HOLD: KFRC is fairly valued with market pricing in 2.5% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$66.88
Based on 13.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$41.52
4.9% 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 12.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KFRC is currently trading at $39.48, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $29.97 to $42.64. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 13.5) is in line with its historical norms (12.5). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.5% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KFRC is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $38.64. 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 (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KFRC is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $38.64. 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 (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. 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
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$29.97 -
$42.64
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
61.4%
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- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($42.33)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 2.5% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -8.7% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$29.97 -
$42.64
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$38.64
Resistance Level
$45.94
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.46
Wall Street Target
$42.33
(+7.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
0.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
2.6%
Profit Margin
2.6%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.5% premium
PE vs Historical
13.5 vs 12.5
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$40.47
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$41.48
(+5%)
3-Year Target
$42.52
(+8%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13→13)
PE COMPRESSION
$39.48
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.0, Growth: 21.9%)
$116.98
(+196%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.5, Growth: 21.9%)
$71.44
(+81%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.4, Growth: 21.9%)
$60.72
(+54%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (21x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 20.63 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.91
Bull Case
$66.57
(+69%)
Analyst growth 53.6%, PE expands to 22.7
Base Case
$60.52
(+53%)
Market implied 53.6%, PE stable at 20.6
Bear Case
$26.80
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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