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KMPBKemper Corporation 5.875% Fixed
$23.75
Analysis updated: Jan 16, 2026

Investment Thesis

KMPB is a market laggard (RS 46/99, Top 54%) with declining fundamentals. avoid chasing - protect capital. Smart traders skip this one until the setup improves.

Weak relative strength + ordinary growth = Pass

Key Takeaways

Earnings Momentum

+89%
Q4'24
$1.51
+40%
Q1'25
$1.54
-3%
Q2'25
$1.12
-130%
Q3'25
$-0.34
Earnings Declining

Price Structure

Partial Alignment
Price
$23.75
50 DMA
$23.47
100 DMA
$23.64
150 DMA
$23.67
200 DMA
$23.33
Alignment Score: 2/4

KMPB Price Chart

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50 DMA150 DMA200 DMA
LEADERSHIP TEST FAILED

RS Rating 46/99 is in Bottom 46% of market. Minervini target: Top 20% (RS 80+)

Why Not BUY Yet?

RS Rating
46 (Top 54%)>80 (Top 20%)
EPS Growth
-130%>25% Qtr YoY
Pattern Stage
AT_PIVOTAt pivot or near breakout
Breakout Status
-0.7% from entry ($23.92)Breakout confirmation (hold above entry)

What Would Change Our Mind?

To turn bullish on KMPB, we need:

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Technical Health

RS Rating
46/99
Top 54% (Need 80+)
Trend
Weak Uptrend
Above 200 DMA
RSI (14)
61
BULLISH
VCP Setup
WARM
Score: 6/9
Volume
5K
-61% vs avg
From Entry
-0.7%
$23.92

Fundamental Horsepower

EPS Qtr YoY
-130%
Declining
EPS 3Y CAGR
N/A
Annual Earnings
Revenue Qtr
+6%
WEAK
F-Score
4/9
Piotroski Quality
ROE
12%
Return on Equity
EPS Rank
37/99
Percentile

Trade Plan

Struggling

Broke out 6 months ago at $23.92 — -1% below entry.

Breakout underperforming. Wait for price to reclaim entry or form a new base.

Breakout Date2025-06-27203 days ago
Entry Was$23.92Breakout price
Loss Since-1%From entry
Wait For$23.92Reclaim entry or new base

If/Then Playbook

IF: RS Rating improves to >80
THEN: Re-evaluate for WATCHLIST
IF: Price closes below 200 DMA
THEN: Remove from radar entirely
IF: EPS growth accelerates to >40% next quarter
THEN: Reassess as potential turnaround

Key Price Levels

Resistance

  • Pivot$24.14+1.6%
  • 52W High$24.18+1.8%
Current$23.75

Support

  • 50 DMA$23.47-1.2%
  • 20 DMA$23.47-1.2%
  • 200 DMA$23.33-1.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is KMPB stock a buy now?

KMPB is a market laggard (RS 46/99, Top 54%) with declining fundamentals. avoid chasing - protect capital. Smart traders skip this one until the setup improves.

What is the buy point for KMPB?

KMPB broke out at $23.92 6 month(s) ago but is now -1% below entry. Wait for new base pattern.

What is KMPB's RS Rating?

KMPB has an RS Rating of 46/99, meaning it's in the Top 54% of all stocks for relative price performance over the past 12 months. Minervini recommends RS 80+ for momentum trades.

Important Disclosure: This analysis is for educational and informational purposes only. Technical and fundamental indicators are based on historical data and do not guarantee future performance. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.