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Keysight Technologies Inc(KEYS)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
4-STAR RATING
SELL
SELL for 4 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
-4.53% ▼
LAST CLOSE
$326.04
10/26/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for KEYS

10/26/2026: KEYS (4-star) is a SELL. SELL for 4 days. Simulated Profits (-4.53%). Updated daily EoD!

Keysight Technologies is a premier provider of advanced electronic design, test, and software solutions that enable engineers to develop complex hardware. The company maintains a leading position by integrating hardware precision with a high-margin, software-centric model that drives recurring revenue. Its primary investment story centers on secular growth in 6G, AI, and automotive electrification. However, the business is subject to risks from cyclical telecommunications spending, geopolitical trade supply chain disruptions, and intense competition from specialized tech firms. Keysight is best suited for growth-oriented investors looking for exposure to the backbone of technological innovation; key developments to monitor include industrial adoption rates and software expansion.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitKeysight offers consistent exposure to long-term secular growth themes like 5G, AI, and automotive electrification.
Momentum investorMixed fitThe stock often follows cyclical R&D spending patterns, requiring favorable technical signals to support a momentum position.
Value investorMixed fitWhile the company has strong fundamentals, it often trades at a premium multiple reflecting its growth and technology moat.
Dividend investorWeak fitKeysight does not pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorMixed fitExposure to cyclical end-markets and high-tech volatility means the stock carries moderate-to-high risk profiles.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highHigh exposure to cyclical R&D spending causes stock price fluctuations based on macro industrial trends.
Valuation riskMediumThe stock can trade at high P/E multiples, leaving it vulnerable to market corrections if growth expectations are not met.
Competition risk (specialized instrumentation)MediumIncreased competition from lower-cost regional manufacturers may pressure margins in legacy hardware segments.
Business qualityStrongKeysight possesses a deep competitive moat through its proprietary software and critical role in R&D processes.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThe lack of a dividend policy excludes the stock from income-oriented investment strategies.
Execution riskMediumIntegrating complex software acquisitions like Ixia and Eggplant is critical to maintaining its innovation advantage.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 13.7%
Avg. Invested days 43
Today’s Advisory SELL
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
KEYS receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
KEYS has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+37.8%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 23.8%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+8.0%), very low insider ownership of 0.58%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
KEYS's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $1.3B (23.8% of revenue). Operating efficiency is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is KEYS's strongest growth driver at +42.7% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+37.8%, strong) is also strong, while revenue growth (+8.0%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 93.3% and approximately 99.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.58%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 11.80%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.57%
T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. 5.65%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 5.06%
State Street Corp 4.86%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
KEYS generates approximately $621 of gross profit, $176 of operating income, and $238 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains moderate.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 19.69%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
KEYS has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while soft valuation.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 53.59B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 42.59
1Y Target Price 418
Price to earnings Ratio 42.59
1Y Target Price 418
Volume (30-day avg) 1.2M shares
Beta 1.18
52 Weeks Range 165.06 - 389.93
Updated Date 10/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 165.06 - 389.93
Updated Date 10/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 7.39

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Communications SolutionsHardware and software for 5G, 6G, and defense communications testing.This is a core revenue driver tied to massive global investments in connectivity infrastructure.
Electronic Industrial SolutionsTools for semiconductors, automotive, and general electronics testing.Provides exposure to the essential hardware testing required for chip manufacturing and EV production.
Software and ServicesSubscription-based software platforms and professional services.This segment is critical for long-term margin expansion and recurring revenue growth.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 42.59
Forward PE 22.03
Enterprise Value 59.27B
Price to Sales(TTM) 8.14
Enterprise Value 59.27B
Price to Sales(TTM) 8.14
Enterprise Value to Revenue 9
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 30.93
Shares Outstanding 170.24M
Shares Floating 169.11M
Shares Outstanding 170.24M
Shares Floating 169.11M
Percent Insiders 0.58
Percent Institutions 93.33

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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