Fool - Investing News·Aug 31, 2026
Knowles Director Shavers Sells $260,000 Worth of StockWhile the insider did noticeably reduce her direct holdings, she still maintains roughly $1.3 million worth of stock.
Knowles Corporation is executing a successful strategic pivot, evidenced by four consecutive quarters of accelerating revenue growth (14.3% YoY in Q2 2026) and gross margin expansion to 42.4%. The company has significantly deleveraged, cutting total debt by 51...
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Jul 23, 2026 | $0.33+8.2% vs $0.30 | $167M+6.3% vs $157M |
Q2 2026 Apr 23, 2026 | $0.27+17.4% vs $0.23 | $153M+3.9% vs $147M |
Q1 2026 Feb 5, 2026 | $0.36+2.9% vs $0.35 | $162M+3.8% vs $156M |
Q4 2025 Oct 23, 2025 | $0.33-6.4% vs $0.35 | $153M-2.1% vs $156M |
While the insider did noticeably reduce her direct holdings, she still maintains roughly $1.3 million worth of stock.
Knowles (NYSE: KN) has reshaped its portfolio around specialty electronic components for medical technology, defense and industrial markets, Chief Executive Officer Jeff Niew said during an investor presentation. The company has divested lower-margin, more commoditized operations and is emphasizing customized products, margin expansion and cash generation. Niew said Knowles generated just under $600 million in 2025
Knowles NYSE: KN has reshaped its portfolio around specialty electronic components for medical technology, defense and industrial markets, Chief Executive Officer Jeff Niew said during an investor presentation. The company has divested lower-margin, more commoditized operations and is emphasizing customized products, margin expansion and cash generation.
Deutsche Bank AG purchased a new stake in Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN) during the second quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund purchased 124,113 shares of the communications equipment provider's stock, valued at approximately $5,148,000. Deutsche Bank AG owned approximately 0.15% of Knowles as
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Key metrics vs top competitors for Knowles Corporation (KN)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $36.91 | $3.15B | 73.82 | 7.17% | 7.45% | 5.77% | 0.19% | |
| $33.36 | $929.39M | -75.82 | 2.49% | -9.48% | -3.42% | — | |
| $279.69 | $21.34B | -383.14 | 32.58% | 20.7% | 17.09% | — | |
| $30.42 | $1.79B | 13.34 | -2.04% | 19.04% | 9.88% | — | |
| $64.54 | $3.04B | -40.59 | 12.74% | -7.43% | -4.91% | — | |
| $11.32 | $142.23M | -53.90 | -12.9% | 1.22% | 1.5% | — |
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Knowles Corporation (KN) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Knowles Corporation (KN) reported $635.0M in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 43% decrease from $1.12B in 2012.
Knowles Corporation (KN) grew revenue by 7.2% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Yes, Knowles Corporation (KN) is profitable, generating $67.5M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (7.5% net margin).
Yes, Knowles Corporation (KN) pays a dividend with a yield of 0.19%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
Knowles Corporation (KN) has a return on equity (ROE) of 5.8%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
Knowles Corporation (KN) generated $63.5M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
