KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. (KLC) Stock Forecast
Data as of May 2, 2026Consumer Defensive · Current price $4.21 (+7.00%)
Price Target Range
Consensus Price Target Over Time
Analyst Rating Distribution
Last 3 Months
6-Month Trend
Latest Analyst Forecasts
Price targets issued by Wall Street analysts. Upside calculated against today's price.
| Date | Analyst | Firm | Price Target | Upside |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2026 | Joshua Chan | UBS | $3.00 | -28.7% |
| Mar 13, 2026 | Jeffrey Silber | BMO Capital | $4.00 | -4.9% |
| Oct 15, 2025 | George Tong | Goldman Sachs | $6.00 | +42.7% |
| May 14, 2025 | Toni Kaplan | Morgan Stanley | $19.00 | +351.8% |
| May 14, 2025 | Jeffrey Meuler | Robert W. Baird | $20.00 | +375.6% |
| Nov 25, 2024 | Toni Kaplan | Morgan Stanley | $30.00 | +613.4% |
| Nov 4, 2024 | Toni Kaplan | Morgan Stanley | $31.00 | +637.2% |
| Nov 4, 2024 | Joshua Chan | UBS | $36.00 | +756.1% |
| Nov 4, 2024 | Jeffrey Meuler | Robert W. Baird | $30.00 | +613.4% |
| Nov 4, 2024 | Jeffrey Silber | BMO Capital | $34.00 | +708.6% |
| Nov 4, 2024 | George Tong | Goldman Sachs | $41.00 | +875.0% |
| Nov 4, 2024 | Manav Patnaik | Barclays | $38.00 | +803.7% |
Top Analysts Covering KLC
KLC vs Sector & Market
| Metric | KLC | Consumer Defensive Avg | Large Cap Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Analyst Rating | 2.91 | 2.55 | 2.41 |
| Analyst Count | 11 | 12 | 18 |
| Target Upside | -16.8% | +1189.0% | +14.9% |
| P/E Ratio | -4.05 | -7.27 | 31.19 |
Revenue Estimates
| Period | Low | Avg | High | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-01-03 | $2.70B | $2.71B | $2.72B | 5 |
| 2027-04-03 | $679M | $684M | $687M | 3 |
| 2027-07-03 | $713M | $719M | $722M | 3 |
| 2027-10-03 | $693M | $699M | $702M | 3 |
| 2028-01-03 | $664M | $669M | $673M | 2 |
| 2028-04-03 | $690M | $695M | $698M | 2 |
| 2028-07-03 | $727M | $732M | $736M | 2 |
| 2028-10-03 | $701M | $706M | $709M | 2 |
| 2029-01-03 | $677M | $682M | $685M | 3 |
EPS Estimates
| Period | Low | Avg | High | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-01-03 | $0.11 | $0.15 | $0.16 | 4 |
| 2027-04-03 | $0.03 | $0.03 | $0.03 | 2 |
| 2027-07-03 | $0.13 | $0.13 | $0.13 | 2 |
| 2027-10-03 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | 2 |
| 2028-01-03 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | 3 |
| 2028-04-03 | $0.01 | $0.01 | $0.01 | 3 |
| 2028-07-03 | $0.10 | $0.10 | $0.10 | 3 |
| 2028-10-03 | $0.07 | $0.07 | $0.07 | 3 |
| 2029-01-03 | $0.02 | $0.02 | $0.02 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the analyst consensus for KLC?
The consensus among 11 analysts covering KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. (KLC) is Hold with an average price target of $4.33.
What is the highest price target for KLC?
The highest price target for KLC is $41.00, set by George Tong at Goldman Sachs on 2024-11-04.
What is the lowest price target for KLC?
The lowest price target for KLC is $3.00, set by Joshua Chan at UBS on 2026-03-13.
How many analysts cover KLC?
11 analysts have issued ratings for KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. in the past 12 months.
Is KLC a buy or sell right now?
Based on 11 analyst ratings, KLC has a consensus rating of Hold (2.91/5) with a -16.8% upside to the consensus target of $4.33.
What are the earnings estimates for KLC?
Analysts estimate KLC will report EPS of $0.15 for the period ending 2027-01-03, with revenue estimated at $2.71B.
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