KRO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KRO - Kronos Worldwide, Inc.
$6.77
-0.54 (-7.33%)
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5d:
-7.08%
30d:
+7.01%
90d:
+7.01%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 06, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: KRO shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: KRO shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$14.71
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$9.14
25.8% 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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KRO is currently trading at $6.77, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $6.48 to $7.40. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 17.4) compared to its historical average (46.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 28.0% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 124.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KRO is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $6.85. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 7.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $5.50. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KRO is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $6.85. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 7.3% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $5.50. 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
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$6.48 -
$7.40
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
58.1%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-7.3%)
- BEARISH: Trading 24.8% above Wall St target ($5.50)
- CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-7.1%) - monitor closely
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$6.48 -
$7.40
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$6.85
Resistance Level
$7.89
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.40
Wall Street Target
$5.50
(-24.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
124.8%
Profit Margin
-7.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-28.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical
17.4 vs 46.7
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-28.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$6.58
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$5.92
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$5.33
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 17→47)
$14.30
(+96%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 17.4 to 46.7
Stabilization Target:
$19.61
(+168.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+168.3%
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