KKR & Co. Inc. (KKR) Stock Forecast & Price Target

$117.17 -1.03 (-0.87%)

Closing price 05/23/2025 03:59 PM Eastern

Extended Trading

$117.06 -0.12 (-0.10%)

As of 05/23/2025 07:34 PM Eastern

KKR & Co. Inc. - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2025)

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.

Consensus Rating

Buy

Based on 16 Analyst Ratings

Sell
0

Hold
0

Buy
16

Based on 16 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for KKR & Co. Inc. in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Buy." Out of the 16 analysts, 14 have given a buy rating, and 2 have given a strong buy rating for KKR.

Consensus Price Target

$149.43
27.53% Upside

According to the 16 analysts' twelve-month price targets for KKR & Co. Inc., the average price target is $149.43. The highest price target for KKR is $194.00, while the lowest price target for KKR is $119.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 27.53% from the current price of $117.17.

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KKR Analyst Ratings Over Time

Type	Current Forecast 5/25/24 to 5/25/25	1 Month Ago 4/25/24 to 4/25/25	3 Months Ago 2/25/24 to 2/24/25	1 Year Ago 5/26/23 to 5/25/24
Strong Buy	2 Strong Buy rating(s)	2 Strong Buy rating(s)	1 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy	14 Buy rating(s)	14 Buy rating(s)	11 Buy rating(s)	12 Buy rating(s)
Hold	0 Hold rating(s)	1 Hold rating(s)	4 Hold rating(s)	1 Hold rating(s)
Sell	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target	$149.43	$144.93	$161.43	$94.50
Forecasted Upside	27.53% Upside	27.35% Upside	23.11% Upside	-11.21% Downside
Consensus Rating	Buy	Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy

KKR 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.

KKR Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.

KKR & Co. Inc. Stock vs. The Competition

Type	KKR & Co. Inc.	Finance Companies	S&P 500
Consensus Rating Score	3.13	2.53	2.54
Consensus Rating	Buy	Moderate Buy	Moderate Buy
Predicted Upside	27.53% Upside	30.48% Upside	16.40% Upside
News Sentiment Rating	Positive News See Recent KKR News	Positive News	Positive News

Recent Analyst Forecasts and Stock Ratings

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Date	Brokerage	Analyst Name	Action	Rating	Price Target	Upside/Downside on Report Date
5/23/2025	Wells Fargo & Company 3 of 5 stars	M. Brown Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$136.00 ➝ $140.00	+19.05%
5/14/2025	Morgan Stanley 3 of 5 stars	Michael Cyprys Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Upgrade	Equal Weight ➝ Overweight	$120.00 ➝ $150.00	+18.21%
5/2/2025	Barclays 3 of 5 stars	Benjamin Budish Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$129.00 ➝ $141.00	+20.51%
5/2/2025	Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Kyle Voigt Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Boost Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$129.00 ➝ $131.00	+12.40%
4/15/2025	Hsbc Global Res Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	V. Gandhi Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Upgrade	Hold ➝ Strong-Buy
4/15/2025	HSBC Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Vikram Gandhi Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Upgrade	Hold ➝ Buy	$170.00 ➝ $119.00	+15.39%
4/9/2025	TD Cowen Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Bill Katz Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Lower Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$183.00 ➝ $126.00	+29.66%
4/8/2025	Citigroup Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Chris Allen Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Lower Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$177.00 ➝ $132.00	+40.47%
4/8/2025	JMP Securities Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Devin Ryan Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Lower Target	Market Outperform ➝ Market Outperform	$165.00 ➝ $150.00	+55.09%
4/4/2025	Bank of America Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Craig Siegenthaler Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Lower Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$214.00 ➝ $194.00	+106.88%
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12/12/2024	Oppenheimer Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$153.00 ➝ $175.00	+10.41%
11/19/2024	The Goldman Sachs Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$160.00 ➝ $177.00	+15.97%
11/11/2024	Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$158.00 ➝ $159.00	+1.80%
10/14/2024	Evercore ISI Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$135.00 ➝ $145.00	+5.88%
8/27/2024	Redburn Atlantic Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	N. Watts Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Initiated Coverage	Buy	$153.00	+25.23%
8/1/2024	Argus Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	S. Biggar Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Upgrade	Strong-Buy
5/9/2024	Jefferies Financial Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Buy ➝ Buy	$115.00 ➝ $113.00	+10.81%
10/4/2023	Wolfe Research Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Initiated Coverage	Outperform	$75.00	+25.48%
8/8/2023	Piper Sandler Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$59.00 ➝ $70.00	+14.55%
8/8/2023	BMO Capital Markets Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$72.00 ➝ $74.00	+19.72%

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Should I Buy KKR & Co. Inc. Stock? KKR 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 Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Please send any questions or comments about these KKR & Co. Inc. pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

KKR & Co. Inc.
Bull Case

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. L.P.:

The stock has received multiple upgrades from analysts, with a consensus target price significantly higher than the current trading price, indicating potential for growth.
Recent insider buying activity suggests confidence in the company's future, as a director purchased a substantial number of shares at a price that reflects a commitment to the company's performance.
The current stock price is around $124, which is positioned well compared to its 12-month high, suggesting a potential rebound opportunity for investors.
Institutional ownership is high, with a significant percentage of shares held by large investors, which often indicates stability and confidence in the company's long-term prospects.
The company has a strong market capitalization, which reflects its size and stability in the financial market, making it a potentially safer investment choice.

KKR & Co. Inc.
Bear Case

Investors should be bearish about investing in Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. L.P. for these reasons:

The stock has experienced volatility, with a notable drop from its 12-month high, which may raise concerns about its short-term performance.
Recent insider selling activity by a major shareholder indicates a reduction in their stake, which could signal potential issues or a lack of confidence in the company's future.
The company's debt-to-equity ratio is relatively high, which may suggest that it is relying on debt to finance its operations, potentially increasing financial risk.
Analysts have varying opinions on the stock, with some maintaining a sell rating, which could create uncertainty for potential investors.
The quick and current ratios are low, indicating potential liquidity issues that could affect the company's ability to meet short-term obligations.

KKR Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

: According to the research reports of 16 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for KKR & Co. Inc. is $149.43, with a high forecast of $194.00 and a low forecast of $119.00.
: 16 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for KKR & Co. Inc. in the last twelve months. There are currently 14 buy ratings and 2 strong buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "buy" KKR shares.
: According to analysts, KKR & Co. Inc.'s stock has a predicted upside of 27.53% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.
: Over the previous 90 days, KKR & Co. Inc.'s stock had 4 upgrades by analysts.
: KKR & Co. Inc. has been rated by research analysts at Bank of America, Barclays, Citigroup, Hsbc Global Res, HSBC, JMP Securities, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Morgan Stanley, TD Cowen, and Wells Fargo & Company in the past 90 days.
: Analysts like KKR & Co. Inc. more than other "finance" companies. The consensus rating for KKR & Co. Inc. is Buy while the average consensus rating for "finance" companies is Moderate Buy. Learn more on how KKR compares to other companies.

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KKR & Co. Inc. (KKR) Stock Forecast & Price Target