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Keysight Technologies (KEYS) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$384.74 +10.86 (+2.91%)
Closing price 10/2/2026 03:59 PM Eastern
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$384.29 -0.45 (-0.12%)
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Keysight Technologies - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
2
Buy
12

Based on 14 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Keysight Technologies in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 14 analysts, 2 have given a hold rating, 11 have given a buy rating, and 1 has given a strong buy rating for KEYS.

Consensus Price Target

$392.83
2.10% Upside
According to the 14 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Keysight Technologies, the average price target is $392.83. The highest price target for KEYS is $440.00, while the lowest price target for KEYS is $220.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 2.10% from the current price of $384.74.
MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.
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KEYS Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
10/3/25 to 10/3/26
1 Month Ago
9/3/25 to 9/3/26
3 Months Ago
7/5/25 to 7/5/26
1 Year Ago
10/3/24 to 10/3/25
Strong Buy
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
11 Buy rating(s)
11 Buy rating(s)
9 Buy rating(s)
7 Buy rating(s)
Hold
2 Hold rating(s)
2 Hold rating(s)
4 Hold rating(s)
2 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$392.83$392.83$371.92$187.38
Forecasted Upside2.10% Upside21.83% Upside18.31% Upside8.09% Upside
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate Buy

KEYS Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.
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KEYS Price Targets by Month

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Keysight Technologies Stock vs. The Competition

TypeKeysight TechnologiesTechnology CompaniesBroader Market
Consensus Rating Score
2.93
2.23
2.53
Consensus RatingModerate BuyHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside2.10% Upside556.24% Upside21.53% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
Positive News

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Neutral News
Neutral News
DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
8/20/2026
Weiss Ratings logo
Weiss Ratings
3 of 5 stars
 UpgradeHold (C+) ➝ Buy (B-)
8/19/2026
Morgan Stanley logo
Morgan Stanley
3 of 5 stars
Meta Marshall
Meta Marshall
5 of 5 stars
Boost TargetOverweight$400.00 ➝ $425.00+33.22%
8/19/2026
UBS Group AG logo
UBS Group
4 of 5 stars
Boost TargetBuy$420.00 ➝ $440.00+34.72%
8/19/2026Boost TargetHold$376.00 ➝ $400.00+22.47%
8/19/2026Boost TargetPositive$425.00 ➝ $440.00+28.90%
8/19/2026Reiterated RatingBuy
8/19/2026Boost TargetOverweight$390.00 ➝ $405.00+18.65%
8/19/2026Boost TargetOverweight$387.00 ➝ $429.00+25.68%
8/19/2026Boost TargetOverweight$400.00 ➝ $425.00+32.48%
8/19/2026Boost TargetOutperform$385.00 ➝ $410.00+20.11%
5/20/2026Reiterated RatingBuy
4/29/2026 UpgradeHold ➝ Strong-Buy
2/24/2026 UpgradeNeutral ➝ Buy$340.00+11.76%
12/10/2025Boost TargetHold$195.00 ➝ $220.00+3.44%
11/20/2024 Boost TargetBuy$175.00 ➝ $180.00+18.30%

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Should I Buy Keysight Technologies Stock? KEYS Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these Keysight Technologies pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Keysight Technologies
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Keysight Technologies, Inc.:

  • The company recently reported strong financial performance for the quarter ended August 18, 2026, with earnings per share of $3.07, which significantly beat the analyst consensus estimate of $2.48 by $0.59. This beat, combined with revenue of $1.85 billion that exceeded expectations of $1.75 billion, demonstrates the company's ability to outperform market forecasts and drive shareholder value through robust operational execution.
  • Keysight Technologies, Inc. has set aggressive guidance for the fourth quarter of 2026, projecting earnings per share between $3.34 and $3.40, which is a substantial increase from the consensus estimate of $2.63. This forward-looking guidance suggests that the company expects continued momentum in demand for its electronic design and test solutions, providing a clear path for further earnings growth in the near term.
  • Wall Street analysts have recently raised their price targets for the stock, with UBS Group boosting its target to $440.00 and JPMorgan Chase & Co. raising its objective to $425.00 in August 2026. These increases reflect a consensus "Moderate Buy" rating and a current average target price of $392.83, indicating that institutional investors believe the stock has significant upside potential relative to its current trading levels.
  • The stock is currently trading at $384.74, which is near its fifty-two week high of $387.93, signaling strong market confidence and momentum. This price level is well above the fifty-two week low of $158.79, illustrating a substantial appreciation in value over the past year that reflects the market's positive reception of the company's recent earnings beats and strategic positioning in high-growth sectors like AI and defense.
  • Keysight Technologies, Inc. is expanding its product portfolio with the introduction of a new 20 GHz dual-channel signal generator, which enhances testing capacity and measurement accuracy for advanced device testing. This innovation positions the company to capture demand in emerging areas such as 6G and AI, as evidenced by its recent demonstrations at European Microwave Week 2026 and support for UC Berkeley research in 6G over-the-air testing.

Keysight Technologies
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Keysight Technologies, Inc. for these reasons:

  • The company's current price-to-earnings ratio stands at 52.85, which is significantly higher than the broader market average, suggesting that the stock may be overvalued relative to its current earnings. This high valuation leaves little room for error if future earnings growth does not meet the elevated expectations set by recent guidance, potentially leading to a correction in the stock price.
  • Recent insider activity has been predominantly negative, with CEO Satish Dhanasekaran selling 3,000 shares at an average price of $364.13 on September 30, 2026, and CFO Neil Dougherty selling 2,000 shares at $340.79 on September 21, 2026. These sales, which represent a decrease in their respective positions, may signal that company executives are taking advantage of the recent stock price surge to reduce their personal exposure to the company.
  • The stock has experienced a significant run-up, with the price increasing from a fifty-two week low of $158.79 to the current level of $384.74, representing a gain of over 140%. This rapid appreciation may have priced in much of the positive news, such as the recent earnings beats and guidance increases, making it difficult for the stock to continue rising at the same pace without additional catalysts.
  • While the company has strong institutional ownership, with 84.58% of the stock held by institutional investors, this high concentration can lead to volatility if large holders decide to adjust their positions. For example, QRG Capital Management Inc. reduced its holdings by 38.7% in the second quarter, and Andra AP fonden decreased its stake by 10,360 shares, indicating that some institutional investors are taking profits or rebalancing their portfolios.
  • The company's beta of 1.17 indicates that its stock is slightly more volatile than the overall market, meaning that investors may experience greater price swings in response to market movements. This higher volatility can be a concern for risk-averse investors, as it suggests that the stock may be more sensitive to economic downturns or shifts in investor sentiment compared to less volatile peers.

KEYS Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 14 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Keysight Technologies is $392.83, with a high forecast of $440.00 and a low forecast of $220.00.

14 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Keysight Technologies in the last twelve months. There are currently 2 hold ratings, 11 buy ratings and 1 strong buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" KEYS shares.

According to analysts, Keysight Technologies's stock has a predicted upside of 2.10% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, Keysight Technologies's stock had 2 upgrades and 1 downgrade by analysts.

Keysight Technologies has been rated by research analysts at Barclays, Citigroup, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Morgan Stanley, Robert W. Baird, Susquehanna, Truist Financial, UBS Group, Weiss Ratings, and Wells Fargo & Company in the past 90 days.

Analysts like Keysight Technologies more than other "technology" companies. The consensus rating for Keysight Technologies is Moderate Buy while the average consensus rating for "technology" companies is Hold. Learn more on how KEYS compares to other companies.


MarketBeat monitors more than a dozen sources for Keysight Technologies analyst ratings, with the most recent rating issued on 8/20/2026.
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