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Kforce Inc. (KFRC) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Kforce Inc. stock (KFRC) is currently trading at $27.94. Kforce Inc. PE ratio is 14.03. Kforce Inc. PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.38. Analyst consensus price target for KFRC is $39.00. WallStSmart rates KFRC as Underperform.

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KFRC

Kforce Inc.

NYSEINDUSTRIALS
$27.94
$0.20 (0.72%)
52W$23.82
$47.71
Target$39.00+39.6%

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KFRC Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Kforce Inc. (KFRC)

Margin of Safety
-130.5%
Significantly Overvalued
KFRC Fair Value
$13.33
Graham Formula
Current Price
$27.94
$14.61 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $13.33
Overvalued
Price $27.94
Graham IV $13.33
Analyst $39.00

KFRC trades 130% above its Graham fair value of $13.33, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

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

WallStSmart

Smart Analysis

Kforce Inc. (KFRC) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

51
out of 100
Grade: C-
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 peg ratio, return on equity, price/sales. Concerns around operating margin and revenue growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

Kforce Inc. (KFRC) Key Strengths (4)

Avg Score: 9.8/10
PEG RatioValuation
0.5610/10

Growing significantly faster than its price suggests

Price/SalesValuation
0.3810/10

Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue

Institutional Own.Quality
96.57%10/10

96.57% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Return on EquityProfitability
24.90%9/10

Every $100 of equity generates $25 in profit

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
14.03
Undervalued
Forward P/E
12.48
Attractive
Trailing P/E
14.03
Undervalued
Price/Sales (TTM)
0.378
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
0.423
Undervalued
KFRC Target Price
$39
28% Upside

Kforce Inc. (KFRC) Areas to Watch (6)

Avg Score: 2.0/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
-3.40%0/10

Revenue declining -3.40%, a shrinking business

EPS GrowthGrowth
-50.30%0/10

Earnings declining -50.30%, profits shrinking

Operating MarginProfitability
2.58%1/10

Near-zero operating margins, business under pressure

Profit MarginProfitability
2.62%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

Price/BookValuation
3.864/10

Premium pricing at 3.9x book value

Market CapQuality
$503M5/10

Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential

Kforce Inc. (KFRC) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 51/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 9.8/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 2.0/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Sales, Institutional Own.. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.56), Price/Sales (0.38) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 24.90%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Some valuation metrics including Price/Book (3.86) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -3.40%, EPS Growth at -50.30%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 2.58%, Profit Margin at 2.62%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 24.90% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -3.40% needing to reaccelerate.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (PEG Ratio, Price/Sales) and negatives (Revenue Growth, EPS Growth). 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.

KFRC Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

KFRC's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.38x trades at a 35% premium to its historical average of 0.28x (89th percentile). The current valuation is 33% below its historical high of 0.56x set in Aug 2018, and 244% above its historical low of 0.11x in Jan 2009.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Kforce Inc. (KFRC) · INDUSTRIALSSTAFFING & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

The Big Picture

Kforce Inc. faces headwinds with declining revenue, though profitability provides a cushion. Revenue reached 1.3B with 340% decline year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 262.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.

Key Findings

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 2490.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Strong Profitability

Profit margin of 262.0% and operating margin of 258.0% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.

Revenue Decline

Revenue contracted 340% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.

What to Watch Next

Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 5.9%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.

Sector dynamics: monitor STAFFING & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Kforce Inc..

Bottom Line

Kforce Inc. faces challenges with declining revenue. While profitability provides a buffer, the long-term trajectory needs to improve. Watch for management's strategic response and whether the company can stabilize or pivot to new growth drivers.

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(20 last 3 months)

Total Buys
16
Total Sells
4

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 8:25:29 AM

About Kforce Inc.(KFRC)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

INDUSTRIALS

Industry

STAFFING & EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Country

USA

Kforce Inc. provides professional staffing solutions and services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Tampa, Florida.