KLAC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KLAC - KLA Corporation Common Stock
$1503.15
-16.69 (-1.10%)
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5d:
+3.58%
30d:
+1.85%
90d:
+23.71%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Apr 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 29, 2026
26d
Smart Money Distribution
KLAC is up 6.0% this week, but smart money is buying puts. Top strike: $1350 2026-05-15 with 3,010 OI. Put ratio: 74% View Scanner →
Strength: 5.4/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KLAC shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly high pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: KLAC shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly high pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$2321.90
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$1441.72
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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KLAC is currently trading at $1503.14, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $1424.64 to $1526.89. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 31.9) is in line with its historical norms (33.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.1% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 40.9% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KLAC is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $1374.43, while resistance sits at $1582.45.
Market Sentiment: KLAC 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 (0th 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 $1676.37 (+10.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KLAC is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $1374.43, while resistance sits at $1582.45.
Market Sentiment: KLAC 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 (0th 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 $1676.37 (+10.3%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Fair Price Range
$1424.64 -
$1526.89
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
78.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($1676.37)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$1424.64 -
$1526.89
Current vs Fair Value
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$117.19
(7.8%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$1374.43
Resistance Level
$1582.45
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Apr 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
31.87
Wall Street Target
$1676.37
(+10.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
40.9%
Profit Margin
35.8%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
31.9 vs 33.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$1503.12
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$1486.59
(-2%)
3-Year Target
$1470.23
(-3%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 32→33)
$1522.51
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 31.9, Growth: 30.4%)
$3366.63
(+122%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.4, Growth: 30.4%)
$2361.21
(+55%)
Bear:
(PE: 19.0, Growth: 30.4%)
$2007.02
(+32%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (44x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (32x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 43.67 | Current EPS (TTM): $34.32
Bull Case
$2290.92
(+52%)
Analyst growth 39.0%, PE expands to 48.0
Base Case
$2082.65
(+38%)
Market implied 39.0%, PE stable at 43.7
Bear Case
$1019.09
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 37.1
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 31.9 to 33.0
Stabilization Target:
$1573.88
(+3.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+3.6%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: April 02, 2026 2:23 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
2
Sells
0
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
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BUY
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