Knife River Corp (KNF)

Currency in USD
58.43
-0.51(-0.87%)
Closed·
59.00+0.57(+0.98%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
56.9358.69
52 wk Range
47.7996.28
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
58.43
Open
58.01
Day's Range
56.93-58.69
52 wk Range
47.79-96.28
Volume
512.64K
Average Volume (3m)
891.41K
1-Year Change
-18.085%
Book Value / Share
30.76
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
69.80
Upside
+19.46%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Strong return over the last month

Knife River Corp News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Buy
Moving Averages
Strong Buy

Analyst Ratings

6 Buy
2 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
9 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 69.80
(+19.46% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
DA Davidson
Buy66.00+12.96%-MaintainNov 06, 2026
RBC Capital
Hold59.00+0.98%58.00MaintainNov 05, 2026
Stephens
Buy70.00+19.80%65.00MaintainNov 05, 2026
Wolfe Research
Buy---UpgradeOct 27, 2026
JPMorgan
Sell63.00+7.82%73.00MaintainOct 13, 2026

Knife River Corp SWOT Analysis


Investor Engagement
Knife River's proactive approach through Non-Deal Roadshows signals confidence and transparency, potentially boosting investor relations and market perception
Market Dynamics
Explore Knife River's position in the cyclical construction materials industry, balancing opportunities from infrastructure spending with economic uncertainties
Financial Health
Knife River boasts strong liquidity and moderate debt, with a 65.59% return over the past year, though trading near its 52-week high suggests potential overvaluation
Growth Prospects
Delve into Knife River's strategies for expansion, including sustainable practices and potential acquisitions, amidst a competitive landscape and evolving industry trends
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Knife River Corp Earnings Call Summary for Q3/2026

  • Knife River reported Q3 adjusted EPS of $2.43, missing estimates of $3.21 by 24.3%, though revenue rose 6% YoY to $1.27 billion with EBITDA margin above 21%.
  • Aggregates business drove performance with record gross margin of 29.6%, up 240 bps YoY, while internal volumes jumped 13% and pricing increased 4.3%.
  • Company reaffirmed full-year guidance of $3.375-$3.425B revenue and $475-$505M adjusted EBITDA despite Q3 earnings miss and project timing delays.
  • Management highlighted Sharper EDGE initiative deploying $125M over three years to improve aggregate gross profit by $1/ton through operational efficiency gains.
  • Shares rose 1.52% to $58.61 in premarket as investors focused on margin expansion strategy; net leverage at 2.9x with capacity for strategic acquisitions.
Last Updated: 2026-11-03, 12:18 p/m
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Earnings

Latest Release
Nov 03, 2026
EPS / Forecast
2.43 / 3.21
Revenue / Forecast
1.27B / --
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

KNF Income Statement

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P/E Ratio
24.6x21.0x3.8x
PEG Ratio
−2.670.380.00
Price/Book
1.9x1.8x1.6x
Price / LTM Sales
1.0x1.3x1.1x
Upside (Analyst Target)
19.5%44.4%46.1%
Fair Value Upside
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Knife River Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, provides aggregates-based construction materials and contracting services in the United States. The company operates through West, Mountain, Central, and Energy Services segments. It mines, processes, and sells construction aggregates, including crushed stone and sand, and gravel; and produces and sells asphalt and ready-mix concrete. The company also provides contracting services, such as heavy-civil construction, asphalt and concrete paving, and site development and grading. In addition, it sells cement, merchandise, and other building materials and related services; and produces and supplies liquid asphalt for use in asphalt road construction. The company sells its construction materials to public and private-sector customers comprising federal, state, and municipal governments; industrial, commercial, and residential developers, as well as other private parties; and provides its contracting services to public-sector customers for the development and servicing of highways, local roads, bridges, and other public-infrastructure projects. Knife River Corporation was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
36.68M64.62%2.16B
Other Institutional Investors
20.96M35.38%1.24B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
0.000.00%0.00
Total
57.64M100.00%3.4B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.12.84%7,290,232429,686
T. Rowe Price Group, Inc.12.71%7,217,274425,386

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FAQ

What Is the Knife River (KNF) Stock Price Today?

The Knife River stock price today is 58.43 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does Knife River Trade On?

Knife River is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Knife River?

The stock symbol for Knife River is "KNF."

What Is the Knife River Market Cap?

As of today, Knife River market cap is 3.32B USD.

What Is Knife River's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Knife River EPS (TTM) is 2.37.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is KNF a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has Knife River Stock Split?

Knife River has split 0 times.

How Many Employees Does Knife River Have?

Knife River has 5298 employees.

What is the current trading status of Knife River (KNF)?

As of Nov 11, 2026, Knife River (KNF) is trading at a price of 58.43 USD, with a previous close of 58.43 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 56.93 USD to 58.69 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 47.79 USD to 96.28 USD.

What Is Knife River (KNF) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Knife River is 69.80 USD, with a high estimate of 89 USD and a low estimate of 54 USD. 6 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +19.46% Upside potential.

What Is the KNF After Hours Price?

KNF's last after hours stock price is 59.28 USD, the stock has decreased by 0.85, or 1.45%.
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