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KNKnowles Corporation
$24.93
Financials
NEUTRAL
Analysis updated: Jan 16, 2026

Investment Thesis

KN is neither a clear buy nor avoid. RS 70/99, strong earnings. keep it on your radar.

Mixed signals = No edge currently

Key Takeaways

Earnings Momentum

-60%
Q4'24
$0.21
-117%
Q1'25
$-0.00
+103%
Q2'25
$0.09
+3471%
Q3'25
$0.20
Earnings Accelerating

Price Structure

Partial Alignment
Price
$24.93
50 DMA
$22.49
100 DMA
$22.65
150 DMA
$21.40
200 DMA
$20.01
Alignment Score: 3/4

KN Price Chart

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50 DMA150 DMA200 DMA

Why Not BUY Yet?

RS Rating
70 (Top 30%)>80 (Top 20%)
Pattern Stage
AT_PIVOTAt pivot or near breakout
Entry Point
Broke out 5mo ago, now +31%Wait for pullback or new base

What Would Change Our Mind?

To turn bullish on KN, we need:

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Technical Health

RS Rating
70/99
Top 30% (Need 80+)
Trend
Uptrend
Above 200 DMA
RSI (14)
65
BULLISH
VCP Setup
WARM
Score: 6/9
Volume
989K
+41% vs avg
From Entry
+31.2%
$19.00

Fundamental Horsepower

EPS Qtr YoY
N/A
STRONG
EPS 3Y CAGR
N/A
Annual Earnings
Revenue Qtr
+7%
WEAK
F-Score
5/9
Piotroski Quality
ROE
-27%
Return on Equity
EPS Rank
88/99
Percentile

Trade Plan

Extended

Broke out 5 months ago at $19.00 — now +31% extended.

Wait for deep pullback to $23.34 - $22.91 (10-21 EMA) or new base formation.

Breakout Date2025-07-23177 days ago
Entry Was$19.00Breakout price
Gain Since+31%From entry
Wait For$23.34 - $22.91 (10-21 EMA)Deep pullback zone

If/Then Playbook

IF: RS Rating improves to >80
THEN: Re-evaluate for potential
IF: EPS growth accelerates next quarter
THEN: Check for developing setup
IF: VCP pattern begins forming
THEN: Add to watchlist if RS also improving
IF: Price breaks below 200 DMA
THEN: Remove from radar

Key Price Levels

Resistance

  • 52W High$25.24+1.2%
  • Pivot$25.24+1.2%
Current$24.93

Support

  • 20 DMA$22.51-9.7%
  • 50 DMA$22.49-9.8%
  • 200 DMA$20.01-19.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is KN stock a buy now?

KN is neither a clear buy nor avoid. RS 70/99, strong earnings. keep it on your radar.

What is the buy point for KN?

KN broke out at $19.00 5 month(s) ago and is now +31% extended. Wait for a pullback to the 21 EMA or a new base pattern.

What is KN's RS Rating?

KN has an RS Rating of 70/99, meaning it's in the Top 30% 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.