DailyIQ
|
Sector:TechnologyAll sectors
Last updated 2 minutes ago

KEYS·Keysight Technologies, Inc.

$.
+. (+.%)
After Hours
High
$356.00
Open
$350.20
Market Cap
59.74B
52W High
$370.18
Low
$344.82
P. Close
$355.66
P/E
56.68
52W Low
$152.85
Fwd P/E
30.00
Mean Target
$383.08
Technical Score (1D)
91
BUY
News Sentiment
81
BULLISH
Analysts are preparing critical questions for Keysight's Q1 earnings call, focusing on performance drivers and future outlook. Investor attention will be directed towards management's strategic priorities and their potential impact on the company's market position. The call is expected to provide insights into operational efficiency and growth catalysts. Investors should monitor the discussion for clarity on these key areas.
Earnings Summary
Keysight Technologies is a global provider of advanced electronic design and test solutions, serving diverse industries such as communications, aerospace, defense, automotive, and semiconductors. The company operates within the Technology sector, specifically in the Scientific & Technical Instruments industry, offering sophisticated software, instrumentation, and services essential for the entire lifecycle of electronic systems. In its most recent reported quarters, Keysight demonstrated a trend of accelerating performance. For Q2 2026, the company reported an actual EPS of $2.87 against an estimate of $2.3674, and actual revenue of $1.717 billion against an estimate of $1.740 billion. This followed Q1 2026 where actual EPS was $2.17 against an estimate of $1.9954, and actual revenue was $1.600 billion against an estimate of $1.540 billion. Comparing these to the prior two quarters, Q4 2025 had actual EPS of $1.82 (estimate $1.69115) and Q3 2025 had actual EPS of $1.91 (estimate $1.8337), with revenue data not fully available for these periods. This indicates a pattern of exceeding EPS estimates in recent quarters, with revenue performance showing strength, particularly in Q1 2026. Historically, Keysight has shown a strong year-over-year growth trajectory, with notable beats against analyst estimates in recent periods, especially in EPS. For instance, the Q2 2026 EPS beat was substantial, and Q1 2026 also saw both EPS and revenue exceeding expectations. While Q2 2026 revenue narrowly missed estimates, the overall trend suggests consistent operational strength and an ability to meet or surpass financial targets. Recent news highlights Keysight's record second-quarter results, driven by significant demand in AI data centers, semiconductors, and wireless sectors, leading to a raised 2026 financial outlook. AI-driven revenue has surged, already surpassing full-year 2025 projections and now representing a substantial portion of total sales. Analysts have responded positively, with several firms raising price targets, reflecting confidence in the company's growth prospects and strategic positioning. Investors will be watching for the sustained acceleration of AI revenue growth and the company's ability to scale operations to meet this elevated demand, as well as the continued broadening of strength across its diverse product portfolio to support its raised outlook and market valuation. Key will be the company's capacity to translate this strong demand into consistent revenue growth and profitability in the upcoming quarters.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$1.46$1.86$2.26$2.66$3.05Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q1'26Q2'26Q4'25
QtrEstActual+/−
Q4'25$2.00 - -
Q2'26$2.37$2.87+21.2%
Q1'26$2.00$2.17+8.8%
Q3'25$1.83$1.91+4.2%
Q2'25$1.67$1.72+2.9%
Q1'25$1.65$1.70+3.3%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$1.2B$1.4B$1.5B$1.7B$1.8BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q1'26Q2'26Q4'25
QtrEstActual+/−
Q4'25$1.5B - -
Q2'26$1.7B$1.7B-1.3%
Q1'26$1.5B$1.6B+3.9%
Q3'25 - $1.4B -
Q2'25 - $1.4B -
Q1'25 - $1.3B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
→

Market Data

KEYS Stock Snapshot

KEYS is currently trading at $353.99, giving Keysight Technologies, Inc. a market cap of 59.74B and a P/E ratio of 56.7. Today's range spans $344.82–$356.00, with shares opening at $350.20 and moving down $1.67 (0.5%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 91/100 (BUY) with a news sentiment reading of 81/100.

Over the past year KEYS has traded between $152.85 and $370.18 - the current price is +131.6% off the 52-week low and -4.4% from the high. 21 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $383.08 (range $250.00–$426.00), implying upside of +8.2%.

In the Technology peer group, Keysight Technologies, Inc. (KEYS) stands out for a BUY signal backed by aligned sentiment - score 91/100, sentiment bullish at 81/100, price $353.99 (near 52-week highs). (P/E: 56.7) With 59.74B in market cap, this is large enough to feature on institutional watch lists but small enough to re-rate meaningfully on a positive earnings surprise. The 52-week span of $152.85–$370.18 shows the stock has already proven it can make significant moves.

Earnings revision cycles in large-cap Technology names tend to compound: when technicals confirm a BUY thesis (91/100) and news sentiment (81/100, bullish) supports the narrative, analyst upgrades follow price rather than lead it. At $353.99 (near 52-week highs), KEYS's position within the $152.85–$370.18 annual range suggests there's room for multiple expansion before the stock encounters meaningful technical resistance.