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KEY·KeyCorp

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+. (+.%)
After Hours
High
$23.45
Open
$23.28
Market Cap
25.20B
52W High
$23.71
Low
$23.19
P. Close
$23.30
P/E
12.95
52W Low
$16.47
Fwd P/E
10.84
DailyIQ Est.
$26.93
Technical Score (1D)
91
BUY
News Sentiment
72
BULLISH
KeyCorp’s most recent development is a near‑perfect Technical and Setup Quality rating, signaling a strong breakout potential if the current tight consolidation pattern breaks. This rating indicates a high probability of a sustained upward move once the consolidation resistance is breached, giving traders a clear entry and exit framework. The breakout potential is further underscored by the defined levels identified by ChartMill, which provide a concrete reference for positioning. In parallel, Jefferies has raised its price target for KeyCorp from $23 to $24, reflecting a more optimistic earnings outlook and confidence in the bank’s balance‑sheet strength. The price target hike may influence short‑term investor sentiment, potentially increasing demand for the stock as traders anticipate improved profitability. The combination of a strong technical setup and a bullish analyst view creates a compelling case for a short‑term rally, but the breakout remains contingent on volume and market context. Traders should watch for a breakout confirmation, specifically looking for a sustained move above the consolidation resistance and a spike in trading volume. Additionally, monitoring KeyCorp’s upcoming earnings report will be crucial, as earnings surprises could either validate the bullish view or undermine the breakout expectation. Regulatory developments affecting the banking sector should also be kept in mind, as any changes could alter the bank’s profitability outlook and impact the breakout’s viability. Finally, keep an eye on broader market volatility, as a sharp increase could dampen the breakout momentum despite the favorable technical and analyst signals.
Earnings Summary
KeyCorp, a diversified financial services provider operating through KeyBank National Association, offers a comprehensive suite of banking products and services across the United States, focusing on its Consumer Bank and Commercial Bank segments. The company operates within the Financial Services sector, specifically in the Regional Banks industry, providing solutions from personal finance and lending to corporate finance and wealth management. In its most recent reported quarters, KeyCorp demonstrated an upward trend in both Earnings Per Share (EPS) and revenue. For Q1 2026, EPS was $0.44, an increase from $0.41 in Q4 2025 and $0.35 in Q2 2025, showing consistent sequential growth. Revenue also followed a positive trajectory, with Q1 2026 revenue at $1.945 billion, up from $1.997 billion in Q4 2025 (a slight sequential decrease but still strong) and $1.895 billion in Q3 2025. The company has shown a pattern of beating analyst estimates, with EPS exceeding expectations in Q4 2025, Q1 2026, and Q2 2025, indicating a positive beat rate. Historically, KeyCorp has shown a generally positive year-over-year growth trajectory in its earnings, with notable beats against analyst estimates in recent periods. For instance, the Q1 2026 results showed a significant year-over-year EPS climb of 33%. Recent news highlights a strong first quarter of 2026, with EPS of $0.44 and revenue of $1.95 billion, surpassing market expectations and driven by an 11% rise in net interest income and expanding net interest margins. Management also raised full-year net interest income guidance. Investors should watch for continued revenue growth, sustained net interest margin expansion, and the company's ability to maintain strong credit quality amidst loan growth in upcoming quarters.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.29$0.34$0.40$0.45$0.50Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q3'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'26$0.47 - -
Q1'26$0.42$0.44+5.8%
Q4'25$0.39$0.41+4.9%
Q3'25$0.38$0.41+7.6%
Q2'25$0.34$0.35+1.9%
Q1'25$0.32$0.33+4.0%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$1.7B$1.8B$1.9B$2.0B$2.1BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q3'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'26$2.0B - -
Q1'26$2.0B$1.9B-0.7%
Q4'25$2.0B$2.0B+1.0%
Q3'25 - $1.9B -
Q2'25 - $1.8B -
Q1'25 - $1.8B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

KEY Stock Snapshot

KEY is currently trading at $23.25, giving KeyCorp a market cap of 25.20B and a P/E ratio of 12.9. Today's range spans $23.19–$23.45, with shares opening at $23.28 and moving down $0.05 (0.2%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 91/100 (BUY) with a news sentiment reading of 72/100.

Over the past year KEY has traded between $16.47 and $23.71 - the current price is +41.2% off the 52-week low and -1.9% from the high. 26 analysts cover the stock with a Hold consensus and a mean 12-month target of $25.85 (range $22.00–$43.00), implying upside of +11.2%.

If you're looking for bullish momentum in Financial Services, KEY is putting up the numbers: 91/100 technical score, BUY signal, bullish sentiment at 72/100. Price: $23.25 (near 52-week highs). (P/E: 12.9) The 25.20B market cap keeps it in play for institutional position sizes, and the $16.47–$23.71 annual range shows this stock can make real moves when it gets directional conviction behind it.

The combination of a BUY signal (91/100) and bullish news sentiment (72/100) puts KEY on the screens of active managers who run quality-momentum overlays — a cohort that can build meaningful positions at 25.20B in Financial Services market cap without immediately moving the stock. At $23.25 (near 52-week highs in the $16.47–$23.71 range), the entry discipline is clean and the potential re-rating if sentiment continues to improve is meaningful.