Kimball Electronics earnings missed by $0.13, revenue topped estimates
Kimball Electronics (KE) reported Q1 EPS of $0.25, missing estimates by $0.13, but revenue of $390.8M exceeded expectations. The company forecasts FY 2027 revenue between $1.54B-$1.56B. KE's stock is down 1.03% over 3 months and 14.88% over 12 months.
How this was made
The 30-second read
Why it matters
The earnings miss and guidance at the low end of consensus suggest short-term weakness, but revenue slightly beat expectations may provide a floor.
Market read
The earnings release is the primary catalyst for KE, likely driving short-term price movement.
What to watch
Potential upside from upcoming contract wins not reflected in the earnings release.
Background
Kimball Electronics (NASDAQ: KE) is a provider of electronic components and assemblies, reporting its first quarter 2026 results.
Ticker impact
Kimball Electronics reported Q1 EPS of $0.25, missing estimates by $0.13 and gave FY2027 revenue guidance slightly below consensus.
downward pressure as investors price in the earnings miss and guidance shortfall
The miss of $0.13 per share and guidance at the low end of consensus are material for a small-cap stock, prompting immediate downside.
Market effects
May weigh on other niche electronics manufacturers as earnings expectations tighten.
Limited to U.S. small-cap tech segment.
Low global impact.
Counterpoint
If the market overreacts, the stock could rebound on the revenue beat.
Key entities
- companyKimball Electronics
Issuer of the earnings report.
