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Knowles Corporation Stock 12‑Month Price Target Raised to $45.2, Implies 35% Upside

Analysts raised Knowles Corporation's 12-month price target from $44 to $45.2, suggesting 35% upside from the Oct. 22 close. The consensus rating remains 'Buy' with 4 Buys, 1 Hold, and 0 Sells.

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Published Oct 23, 2026, 7:20 AM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$KNBullishLow
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Why it matters

The upward revision signals confidence in Knowles' growth prospects.

02

Market read

Price‑target upgrade may attract short‑term buying interest.

03

What to watch

Potential supply‑chain constraints could limit upside.

Relevance 5/10Novelty 5/10Timing: post‑market today

Background

Analyst consensus remains a Buy with 4 Buys and 1 Hold.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$KNBullishHigh confidence
Context

Analysts raised Knowles Corp price target to $45.2, implying ~35% upside.

Expected impact

potential upward pressure as market prices in the higher target

Evidence & confidence

The new consensus target is above current price, suggesting investors may buy on perceived upside.

Market effects

May boost sentiment in the audio components sector.

Limited to US equities where Knowles trades.

Minimal global impact beyond sector peers.

Counterpoint

Target raise could be premature if earnings miss expectations.

Key entities

  • Knowles Corporation

    US‑listed audio component maker (ticker KN).

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Knowles Corporation (KN) stock rose 3.1% after reporting Q3 earnings of $0.38 per share, beating estimates of $0.36, and revenue of $184M, surpassing the $172.1M forecast. The company also provided upbeat Q4 guidance. The Precision Devices segment drove growth with 33% YoY revenue increase. CEO Jeffrey Niew attributed success to strategic focus on competitive markets.

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Knowles (KN) reported Q3 2026 revenue of $184M, up 20% YoY, with EPS at $0.38. MedTech & Specialty Audio revenue grew 4% YoY to $67M, while Precision Devices revenue surged 33% YoY to $117M. The company expects Q4 revenue between $180M and $190M, up 14% YoY at the midpoint. Knowles repurchased $25M in shares and reduced debt, maintaining a strong balance sheet.