Kaiser Aluminum Corporation (KALU) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation stock (KALU) is currently trading at $113.96. Kaiser Aluminum Corporation PE ratio is 15.81. Kaiser Aluminum Corporation PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.51. Analyst consensus price target for KALU is $124.50. WallStSmart rates KALU as Moderate Buy.
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- KALU intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
- KALU stock price prediction 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
- KALU fair value vs current price
- KALU insider transactions and insider buying
- Is KALU undervalued or overvalued?
- Kaiser Aluminum Corporation financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- KALU Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- KALU analyst price target and Smart Rating
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KALU Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Kaiser Aluminum Corporation (KALU)
KALU trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $316.84, offering a 54% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation (KALU) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
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 peg ratio, price/sales, revenue growth. Concerns around operating margin and profit margin. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation (KALU) Key Strengths (5)
Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue
Earnings per share surging 39.70% year-over-year
100.53% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Good growth relative to its price
Strong revenue growth at 21.40% annually
Supporting Valuation Data
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation (KALU) Areas to Watch (5)
Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency
Very thin margins, barely profitable
Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential
Moderate profitability with room for improvement
Fairly priced relative to book value
Supporting Valuation Data
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation (KALU) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 66/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a B- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 9.2/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 4.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Price/Sales, EPS Growth, Institutional Own.. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.17), Price/Sales (0.51) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 21.40%, EPS Growth at 39.70%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Market Cap. Some valuation metrics including Price/Book (2.10) suggest expensive pricing. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 14.30%, Operating Margin at 6.38%, Profit Margin at 3.34%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Operating Margin improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 14.30% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 21.40% strong but requiring continuation.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Price/Sales, EPS Growth) and negatives (Operating Margin, Profit Margin). 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.
KALU Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
KALU's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.51x trades 37% below its historical average of 0.82x (23th percentile). The current valuation is 74% below its historical high of 1.96x set in Apr 2007, and 134% above its historical low of 0.22x in Dec 2008. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~0.3x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Kaiser Aluminum Corporation (KALU) · BASIC MATERIALS › ALUMINUM
The Big Picture
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation is a strong growth company balancing expansion with improving profitability. Revenue reached 3.4B with 21% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 334.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.
Key Findings
ROE of 1430.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Free cash flow is -51M, meaning the company is burning cash. This may be acceptable for high-growth companies investing heavily.
What to Watch Next
Growth sustainability: can Kaiser Aluminum Corporation maintain 21%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?
Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 275.0%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.
Sector dynamics: monitor ALUMINUM industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Kaiser Aluminum Corporation.
Bottom Line
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation offers an attractive blend of growth (21% revenue expansion) and improving fundamentals. The company is transitioning from pure growth to profitable growth, a critical inflection point. Watch for sustained margin expansion as the key signal.
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(23 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
GHEORGHE, IULIAN SVP - Adv Eng & Innovation | Sell | -76 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
Last updated: 8:26:09 AM
About Kaiser Aluminum Corporation(KALU)
NASDAQ
BASIC MATERIALS
ALUMINUM
USA
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation manufactures and sells specialty semi-finished aluminum mill products. The company is headquartered in Foothill Ranch, California.