KHC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KHC - The Kraft Heinz Company Common Stock
$22.95
0.02 (0.11%)
▲
5d:
-1.35%
30d:
+2.11%
90d:
-3.51%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 06, 2026
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Strength: 7.6/10
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2 traders called KHC this week
100% bullish • 0 bearish
100% bullish • 0 bearish
Interactive Price Chart (1 Month)
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KHC shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KHC shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite fair pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$25.17
Based on 3.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$15.63
Trading above historical range
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 10.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KHC is currently trading at $22.95, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $22.10 to $23.22. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 10.9) is in line with its historical norms (10.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.0% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KHC is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $22.02, while resistance sits at $24.15.
Market Sentiment: KHC has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KHC is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $22.02, while resistance sits at $24.15.
Market Sentiment: KHC has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$22.10 -
$23.22
Company Quality Score
60/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($23.87)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 2.0% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$22.10 -
$23.22
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$22.02
Resistance Level
$24.15
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 18, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.87
Wall Street Target
$23.87
(+4.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
0.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
13.6%
Profit Margin
-23.1%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.0% premium
PE vs Historical
10.9 vs 10.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$23.38
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$23.85
(+4%)
3-Year Target
$24.32
(+6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 11→10)
PE COMPRESSION
$22.82
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.1, Growth: 2.4%)
$49.94
(+118%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.9, Growth: 2.4%)
$24.60
(+7%)
Bear:
(PE: 9.2, Growth: 2.4%)
$20.91
(-9%)
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Last updated: May 18, 2026 1:15 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
6
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
Recent Transactions
Ro Khanna
BUY
2026-03-23
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SELL
4991 shares
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SELL
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