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Knowles Corporation KN

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Insider Decisions

Total sells
28.28
in millions of $
Nov 25 Feb 26 May 26 Aug 26
Buy — — — — — — — — — — — —
Sell 1 2 2 1 10 — 2 2 — 1 3 —
Insider Ownership
2.44%

Capital & Financial Ratios

Market Cap
3,040.00
Revenue
635.00
Net Income
67.50
Free Cash Flow
63.50
Net Debt
81.40
Current Ratio
3.20
Debt/Equity
0.16
P/E ratio
45.00
P/S ratio
4.80
P/B ratio
3.83
Past 5Y EPS Growth
1.75%
This Y EPS Growth
20.27%
Next Y EPS Growth
21.16%
Next 5Y EPS Growth
18.56%
in millions of $

Dividends

Payout Ratio
0.00
Annual Dividend Rate
—
Annual Dividend Yield
—
total individual payouts
2023 ‡‡‡
2022 ‡‡‡‡
2021 ‡‡‡
2020 ‡‡‡‡
2019 ‡‡‡
2018 ‡‡‡
2017 ‡‡‡‡
predictions in italic, special payouts not included in total or ratios

Assets vs Liabilities

2023 2024 2025 Q'26
Cash 87.30 130.10 54.20 49.60
Receivables 90.70 105.00 102.80 116.50
Inventory 127.00 118.00 124.60 147.10
Other — — — —
428.80 361.40 291.40 324.30
2023 2024 2025 Q'26
Payables 35.90 58.50 42.90 48.30
ST’ Debt 47.10 68.50 — —
Other — — — —
164.60 197.60 105.90 101.30
in millions of $

Compound Annual Growth

10y 5y 3y
Sales ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Cash Flow ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Earnings ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
Book Value ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡

Revenue

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 153.10 166.80 — —
—
’25 132.20 145.90 152.90 162.20
593.20
’24 133.30 135.20 142.50 142.50
553.50
’23 144.30 173.00 108.10 31.40
456.80
’22 201.40 188.00 178.20 (88.80)
478.80
’21 201.00 199.80 233.00 234.30
868.10
’20 163.10 152.20 205.80 243.20
764.30
in millions of $

Operating Cash Flow

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 (0.70) 28.20 — —
—
’25 1.30 36.40 29.10 47.20
114.00
’24 17.30 24.90 52.80 35.10
130.10
’23 21.90 0.50 39.90 60.40
122.70
’22 0.80 19.60 19.10 46.80
86.30
’21 39.70 21.30 55.60 65.50
182.10
’20 (1.50) 26.50 27.60 75.50
128.10
in millions of $

Free Cash Flow

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 (11.50) 21.70 — —
—
’25 (2.70) 31.30 21.40 31.90
81.90
’24 21.10 21.70 49.10 24.60
116.50
’23 18.00 8.60 36.30 55.40
118.30
’22 (6.00) 12.50 8.30 39.50
54.30
’21 34.80 10.60 43.40 45.30
134.10
’20 (9.30) 19.70 21.90 64.20
96.50
in millions of $

EPS

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 0.11 0.22 — —
—
’25 (0.02) 0.09 0.20 0.24
0.50
’24 0.03 (2.90) 0.01 0.21
(2.64)
’23 (0.06) 0.15 0.18 0.52
0.79
’22 0.19 (2.64) 0.03 (2.28)
(4.69)
’21 0.13 0.19 0.29 0.98
1.59
’20 (0.10) (0.21) 0.06 0.32
0.07

Target Price Range

High
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Average
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Low
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Recommendation Rating

1.8
1
Buy
2
3
Hold
4
5
Sell
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028
‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 11.57 12.78 14.97 12.19 — — —
Low Price
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 23.81 20.25 20.49 24.54 — — —
High Price
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 7,000 7,100 5,500 5,200 — — —
Employees
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 0.07 0.06 0.10 0.11 — — —
Revenue/Emp
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 478.80 456.80 553.50 593.20 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Revenue
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 47.41% 44.61% 42.42% 43.21% — — —
Gross Margin
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 87.70 37.30 34.70 64.00 — — —
EBT
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 18.32% 8.17% 6.27% 10.79% ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
EBT Margin
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (430.10) 72.40 (237.80) 44.20 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Net Income
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 525.50 48.50 320.90 41.10 — — —
Depreciation
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 5.22 5.03 6.23 6.87 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Revenue/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ (4.69) 0.80 (2.67) 0.51 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡
Earnings/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 0.94 1.35 1.46 1.32 — — —
Cash Flow/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (0.35) (0.05) (0.15) (0.37) ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
Capex/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 0.59 1.30 1.31 0.95 — — —
Free CF/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 10.83 11.38 8.50 8.98 — — —
Book Value/Sh
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 91.70 90.90 88.90 86.40 ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡
Shares
‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 0.00 22.06 0.00 41.21 ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ —
PE Ratio
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 3.21 3.51 3.20 3.12 ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
PS Ratio
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 1.55 1.55 2.34 2.39 ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
PB Ratio
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 3.23 3.91 3.33 3.34 ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡
EV/Sales
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 28.45 15.12 15.83 24.22 — — —
EV/FCF
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 86.30 122.70 130.10 114.00 ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡ ‡‡‡
Op' Cash Flow
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (32.00) (4.40) (13.60) (32.10) ‡‡‡‡‡ — —
Capex
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 54.30 118.30 116.50 81.90 — — —
FCF
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 263.30 264.20 163.80 185.50 — — —
Working Cap'
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 56.00 271.20 202.50 114.00 — — —
Total Debt
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 7.80 183.90 72.40 59.80 — — —
Net Debt
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 992.90 1,034.10 756.00 775.80 — — —
Sh' Equity
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (29.50%) 5.47% (18.43%) 4.08% — — —
ROA
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ 5.67% 2.23% 3.91% 5.26% — — —
ROIC
‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ ‡‡‡‡‡ (35.08%) 7.14% (26.57%) 5.77% — — —
ROE
predictions in italic, sparklines do not include predictions

Analyst Commentary (Summary)

Knowles Corporation (KN), a specialist in micro-acoustic components, sensors, and precision devices for consumer electronics, medtech, and defense, has demonstrated stock resilience post-2016 spin-off, with shares trading near multi-year highs amid semiconductor cycles and smartphone refreshes. Revenue plummeted 45% to $457 million in 2023 due to divestitures and COVID-era disruptions but is forecasted to rebound sharply—21% growth to $554 million in 2024, reaching $674 million by 2027 (7% CAGR)—driven by leaner operations (22% headcount cut) and rising revenue per employee/share, positioning KN for AI microphone demand and efficiency gains.

Profitability remains volatile, scarred by massive impairment charges (net losses in 2022 and 2024), yet gross margins stabilized at 43%, with EPS projected to triple to $1.05 by 2027 amid margin re-expansion. Free cash flow per share holds steady at ~$1.30, supporting deleveraging (net debt down 75% to $60 million), while premium valuations (forward PE 41x 2025 compressing to 26x 2027) reflect growth bets versus historical norms. Insider heavy selling ($12.8 million, led by CEO) without buys signals caution amid stretched multiples.

Analyst consensus eyes 10% upside, fueled by macro tailwinds like U.S. defense spending surges, EV/drone sensors, and AI hardware booms, though U.S.-China trade curbs and recession risks loom. KN’s post-restructuring playbook—47% revenue recovery from troughs, anchored FCF—hints at outperformance if margins confirm in Q1 2026 earnings amid geopolitical volatility.

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Knowles Corporation (KN) Latest News

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27 Aug

4 www.marketbeat.com, 5:02 AM
Knowles Corporation targets 30% margins driven by growth in specialty components. Margin targets via specialty components represent major strategic shift likely to alter profitability trajectory and investor outlook.

16 Aug

3 , 7:09 PM
Knowles (KN) Q2 earnings are examined versus other electronic components and manufacturing stocks. Q2 earnings data shapes near-term investor views on Knowles performance within its sector.

12 Aug

3 , 8:04 AM
Knowles Corporation selected by Elucent Medical to manufacture advanced surgical guidance device. New manufacturing contract adds revenue stream with moderate effect on operations and positioning.

5 Aug

3 , 10:21 AM
Knowles Corp. (KN) is positioned as a bullish investment due to strong market positioning, growth drivers in audio and electronics segments, and favorable competitive dynamics that support higher future valuation. Bullish factors cited may moderately lift investor sentiment and near-term share performance but lack details on transformative events.

27 Jul

4 , 9:41 AM
Knowles Corporation Q2 results show Precision Devices segment driving growth with robust bookings and margin expansion. Precision Devices growth with strong bookings and margin gains signals major positive shift in revenue trajectory and profitability outlook.

24 Jul

4 , 1:01 AM
Knowles Corp posted strong revenue growth with robust precision performance in its Q2 2026 earnings call. Strong quarterly revenue growth signals major positive shifts in company trajectory and investor sentiment.

3 transcript app.moby.co, 8:30 AM
Knowles Corporation conducted its Q2 2026 earnings call, covering financial performance and operational updates for the quarter. Quarterly earnings calls typically provide updates that moderately influence near-term investor sentiment and operational outlook.

23 Jul

4 , 4:32 PM
Knowles Corporation reported bullish Q2 CY2026 results and provided optimistic revenue guidance for the next quarter. Bullish quarterly results combined with optimistic forward guidance signal major positive shifts in financial trajectory and investor sentiment.

3 transcript www.marketbeat.com, 8:05 PM
Knowles Corporation conducted its Q2 earnings call, covering financial results, operational updates and forward outlook for the company. Q2 earnings call details typically influence short-term stock sentiment without altering long-term trajectory.

3 , 4:05 PM
Knowles Corporation reported Q2 2026 financial results and issued outlook for Q3 2026. Q2 results and Q3 outlook can shift near-term investor expectations and stock valuation.

22 Jul

3 , 1:26 AM
Knowles Corporation (KN) Q2 earnings preview highlights analyst forecasts for revenue and EPS, factoring in audio and precision device segment trends along with broader supply chain and market demand conditions. Earnings forecasts directly shape near-term investor positioning and stock volatility for KN.

24 Jun

3 Zacks, 11:54 AM
Knowles benefits from solid demand for voice-enabled devices, prompting assessment of its stock as a potential buy. Demand strength in voice devices may moderately lift Knowles revenue and market sentiment without major strategic shifts.

5 May

3 Insider Monkey, 9:27 AM
Knowles Corporation (KN) emerges as a compelling investment due to its leadership in precision audio devices, including SiSonic MEMS microphones used in smartphones and wearables, strong revenue growth from diverse markets like hearing aids and medtech, recent strategic divestitures improving margins, undervalued stock at low multiples relative to peers, and potential catalysts from AI-driven audio demand. Bullish investment thesis underscores growth in core audio markets and undervaluation but lacks concrete new events to drive major trajectory shifts.

25 Apr

5 Simply Wall St., 10:06 PM
Knowles Corporation (KN) beat Q1 expectations and issued stronger 2026 guidance, potentially serving as a game changer for its future performance and market position. Q1 beat and stronger 2026 guidance represent transformative developments expected to redefine KN's competitive position and long-term prospects.

24 Apr

4 StockStory, 8:45 PM
Knowles Corporation (KN) posted Q1 growth driven by broad-based demand across defense, industrial, and medical markets. Q1 growth across multiple key markets significantly enhances KN's financial performance and investor sentiment.

4 GuruFocus.com, 3:14 AM
Knowles Corporation (KN) reported strong revenue growth and margin expansion in its Q1 2026 earnings call highlights. Strong revenue growth and margin expansion in Q1 2026 demonstrate robust financial performance poised to enhance Knowles Corporation's market position and investor sentiment.

4 www.marketbeat.com, 12:06 AM
Knowles Corporation (KN) released highlights from its Q1 earnings call, covering financial results, operational updates, and forward guidance. Q1 earnings highlights detail significant financial performance, strategic updates, and outlook that likely shape investor sentiment and company trajectory.

23 Apr

4 Zacks, 5:55 PM
Knowles Corporation (KN) beat Q1 earnings and revenue estimates. Beating Q1 earnings and revenue estimates boosts investor sentiment and short-term stock performance significantly.

4 transcript www.fool.com, 5:46 PM
Knowles Corporation (KN) held its Q1 2026 earnings call, where management reviewed quarterly financial results, operational highlights, strategic initiatives, and provided forward-looking guidance on revenue, margins, and market outlook. Earnings call transcripts disclose quarterly results and guidance that significantly shape investor expectations and stock trajectory.

4 StockStory, 4:47 PM
Knowles (NYSE:KN) reports bullish Q1 CY2026 results. Bullish Q1 CY2026 earnings signal strong financial health and positive momentum for future performance and investor sentiment.

4 Business Wire, 4:05 PM
Knowles Corporation reported Q1 2026 financial results and provided outlook for Q2 2026. Quarterly earnings results and forward guidance significantly shape investor expectations and stock trajectory.

3 app.moby.co, 8:17 PM
Knowles Corporation reported Q1 2026 earnings call highlights, covering financial results, operational updates, strategic initiatives, and forward guidance. Q1 earnings call reveals financial performance and guidance with moderate influence on stock trajectory and investor sentiment.

22 Apr

3 StockStory, 2:21 AM
Knowles Corporation (KN) nears Q1 earnings release, with analysts projecting revenue, EPS, margins, and guidance amid Precision Devices and MedTech segment performance. Earnings previews shape investor expectations for financial results and can moderately sway short-term stock performance.

11 Mar

4 Simply Wall St., 1:11 AM
Knowles Corporation faces structural headwinds as its limited scale caps returns and growth potential. Structural headwinds from limited scale significantly threaten Knowles' returns and long-term growth trajectory.

4 Mar

4 StockStory, 10:05 AM
Knowles (KN) Q4 earnings spark buy, sell, or hold debate among investors on future stock performance. Q4 earnings directly shape Knowles' financial trajectory and investor sentiment.

28 Feb

4 Simply Wall St., 9:08 AM
Knowles Corporation (KN) beat earnings expectations and issued an improved outlook, prompting a valuation reassessment highlighting potential upside in its stock price amid strong demand in precision devices and medtech segments. Earnings beat and raised guidance directly enhance financial outlook and investor sentiment, likely driving significant stock re-rating.

12 Feb

3 transcript StockStory, 12:37 AM
Knowles Corporation's Q4 earnings call highlighted five key analyst questions addressing the company's financial performance, product developments, and market strategies. Analysts sought insights into revenue growth, supply chain challenges, and future product launches, reflecting investor interest in Knowles's competitive positioning and innovation trajectory. The management provided updates on operational efficiencies and market trends, indicating a focus on enhancing shareholder value amidst evolving industry dynamics. Analyst inquiries during the earnings call suggest a moderate influence on Knowles's financial performance and strategic direction.

10 Feb

3 GlobeNewswire, 4:05 PM
Astera Labs reported its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2025, highlighting significant revenue growth and strategic advancements in its product offerings. The company emphasized its commitment to innovation and expanding its market presence, which contributed to improved financial performance. Key metrics showed a positive trajectory, indicating strong demand for its solutions in the semiconductor industry. The financial results indicate moderate growth and strategic advancements that may influence the company's competitive positioning.

8 Feb

3 StockStory, 11:39 PM
Knowles Corporation (KN) is highlighted among three cash-producing stocks that are navigating challenges in the current market environment. The company is recognized for its strong cash flow generation, which is crucial for sustaining operations and potential growth. However, it faces pressures from market dynamics and competition that could impact its future performance. Investors are advised to monitor these factors closely as they could influence the company's trajectory. Market dynamics and competition may moderately influence Knowles Corporation's financial performance and competitive positioning.

6 Feb

3 transcript www.marketbeat.com, 7:21 PM
Knowles Corporation reported its Q4 earnings, highlighting key financial metrics and strategic initiatives. The company experienced fluctuations in revenue and provided insights into market trends affecting its operations. Management discussed future growth prospects and ongoing product developments, emphasizing their commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. Overall, the earnings call reflected a cautious yet optimistic outlook for the upcoming quarters. Moderate influence on financial performance and competitive positioning is expected due to ongoing product developments and market trends.
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