KRO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KRO - Kronos Worldwide, Inc.
$5.25
-0.13 (-2.42%)
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BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Mar 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: KRO shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 12.8% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: KRO shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 12.8% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KRO is currently trading at $5.25, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $4.66 to $5.49. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 80.2) compared to its historical average (55.9). At these levels, the market is pricing in 12.8% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KRO is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $5.12. 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (20th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KRO is in a downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $5.12. 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. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (20th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Fair Price Range
$4.66 -
$5.49
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
20th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
73.8%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 20th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($5.50)
- NEUTRAL: PE elevated vs history but 12.8% growth expectation is conservative given 125% recent growth
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$4.66 -
$5.49
Current vs Fair Value
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$0.38
(7.2%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$5.12
Resistance Level
$5.69
Current Trend
Downtrend
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
80.18
Wall Street Target
$5.50
(+2.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-5.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
124.8%
Profit Margin
-2.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+12.8% premium
PE vs Historical
80.2 vs 55.9
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+12.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$6.07
(+13%)
2-Year Target
$6.85
(+27%)
3-Year Target
$7.72
(+44%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 80→56)
PE COMPRESSION
$5.38
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
Last updated: January 30, 2026 7:47 PM ET
Data refreshes hourly during market hours. Next update: 8:47 PM
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
3
Buys
0
Sells
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