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KLA Corporation (KLAC) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

KLA Corporation stock (KLAC) is currently trading at $1511.52. KLA Corporation PE ratio is 43.10. KLA Corporation PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 15.27. Analyst consensus price target for KLAC is $1676.37. WallStSmart rates KLAC as Moderate Buy.

KLA Corporation (KLAC) stock price prediction for 2030: Base case $1155.31. Bull case $1444.14. Bear case $866.48. See full KLAC 2030 price forecast and methodology on WallStSmart.

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KLAC

KLA Corporation

NASDAQTECHNOLOGY
$1511.52
$29.16 (1.97%)
52W$547.18
$1691.15
Target$1676.37+10.9%

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KLAC Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · KLA Corporation (KLAC)

Margin of Safety
+7.9%
Fair Value
KLAC Fair Value
$1608.52
Graham Formula
Current Price
$1511.52
$97.00 below fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $1608.52
Overvalued
Price $1511.52
Graham IV $1608.52
Analyst $1676.37

KLAC is trading near its Graham intrinsic value of $1608.52, suggesting the stock is reasonably priced at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

KLA Corporation (KLAC) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Strong Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in market cap, return on equity, operating margin. Concerns around price/sales and price/book. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.

KLA Corporation (KLAC) Key Strengths (6)

Avg Score: 9.8/10
Return on EquityProfitability
100.70%10/10

Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $101 in profit

Operating MarginProfitability
41.30%10/10

Keeps $41 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs

EPS GrowthGrowth
40.90%10/10

Earnings per share surging 40.90% year-over-year

Profit MarginProfitability
35.80%10/10

Keeps $36 of every $100 in revenue as net profit

Institutional Own.Quality
93.86%10/10

93.86% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$194.64B9/10

Large-cap company with substantial market presence

KLA Corporation (KLAC) Areas to Watch (4)

Avg Score: 3.5/10
Price/SalesValuation
15.272/10

Very expensive at 15.3x annual revenue

Price/BookValuation
34.492/10

Very expensive at 34.5x book value

Revenue GrowthGrowth
7.20%4/10

Modest revenue growth at 7.20%

PEG RatioValuation
1.606/10

Growth is fairly priced, not cheap, not expensive

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
43.1
Overvalued
Forward P/E
29.24
Premium
Trailing P/E
43.1
Overvalued
Price/Sales (TTM)
15.27
Overvalued
EV/Revenue
14.86
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KLA Corporation (KLAC) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 69/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a B- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 6 register as strengths (avg 9.8/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 3.5/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 100.70%, Operating Margin at 41.30%, Profit Margin at 35.80%. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 40.90%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Price/Sales, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.60), Price/Sales (15.27), Price/Book (34.49) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 7.20%, which may limit upside.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Price/Sales improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 100.70% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 7.20% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Return on Equity, Operating Margin) and negatives (Price/Sales, Price/Book). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for KLA Corporation (KLAC) · TECHNOLOGYSEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS

The Big Picture

KLA Corporation is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 12.7B with 7% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 35.8%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 10070.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Strong Profitability

Profit margin of 35.8% and operating margin of 41.3% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.

What to Watch Next

Sector dynamics: monitor SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact KLA Corporation.

Bottom Line

KLA Corporation is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 35.8% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Insider Transactions(1 last 3 months)

Total Buys
1
Total Sells
0
Feb 5, 2026(1 transaction)
CALDERONI, ROBERT
Director
Buy
Shares
+11.269

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 6:07:47 PM

About KLA Corporation(KLAC)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

TECHNOLOGY

Industry

SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATE...

Country

USA

KLA Corporation is a capital equipment company based in Milpitas, California. It supplies process control and yield management systems for the semiconductor industry and other related nanoelectronics industries. The company's products and services are intended for all phases of wafer, reticle, integrated circuit (IC) and packaging production, from research and development to final volume manufacturing.

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ONE TECHNOLOGY DRIVE, MILPITAS, CA, UNITED STATES, 95035