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Knife River Corporation (KNF)

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$81.64
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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/30/2025: KNF (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

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9 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $113.61

1 Year Target Price $113.61

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$113.61Target price
Low$67.22
Current$81.64
high$108.83

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 21.6%
Avg. Invested days 44
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 4.69B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 26.03
1Y Target Price 113.61
Price to earnings Ratio 26.03
1Y Target Price 113.61
Volume (30-day avg) 9
Beta 0.99
52 Weeks Range 67.22 - 108.83
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 67.22 - 108.83
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.18

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

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Profitability

Profit Margin 6.18%
Operating Margin (TTM) -21.88%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 6.57%
Return on Equity (TTM) 13.75%

Valuation

Trailing PE 26.03
Forward PE 20.83
Enterprise Value 5821678919
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.6
Enterprise Value 5821678919
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.6
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.99
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.18
Shares Outstanding 56652400
Shares Floating 56266558
Shares Outstanding 56652400
Shares Floating 56266558
Percent Insiders 0.33
Percent Institutions 93.65

Analyst Ratings

Rating 3
Target Price 113.61
Buy -
Strong Buy 7
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Strong Buy 7
Hold 2
Sell -
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Knife River Corporation

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Knife River Corporation was spun off from MDU Resources Group in 2023. It focuses on aggregate-based construction materials and services.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Aggregates: Produces and sells aggregates like crushed stone, sand, and gravel used in construction. This segment constitutes a significant portion of their revenue.
  • Ready-Mix Concrete: Manufactures and supplies ready-mix concrete for various construction projects, ranging from residential to commercial and infrastructure.
  • Asphalt: Produces and lays asphalt for road construction and maintenance projects.
  • Construction Services: Offers construction services, including site preparation, paving, and other infrastructure-related services.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The company is led by its CEO and a team of experienced executives overseeing different functional areas. Operates with regional business units.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Aggregates: Crushed stone, sand, and gravel. Market share data is highly regionalized, making a universal figure difficult to provide. Competitors include Vulcan Materials, Martin Marietta Materials, and US Concrete.
  • Ready-Mix Concrete: Custom concrete mixes for various applications. Market share also varies regionally. Competitors include Cemex, LafargeHolcim, and local ready-mix suppliers.
  • Asphalt: Asphalt paving mixtures. Market share dependent on regional road construction projects. Competitors include CRH, Eurovia, and local asphalt producers.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The construction materials industry is cyclical and dependent on infrastructure spending, residential and commercial construction, and economic growth. Demand is heavily influenced by government infrastructure projects and private sector investments.

Positioning

Knife River is a major player in the aggregate-based construction materials sector, particularly in the Midwest and Western US. Its competitive advantages lie in its extensive reserves, vertical integration, and regional market presence.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market for construction materials in the US is estimated to be hundreds of billions of dollars annually. Knife River is positioned to capture a significant share through its regional dominance and diverse product offerings.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Extensive aggregate reserves
  • Vertically integrated operations
  • Strong regional market presence
  • Experienced management team
  • Diverse product offerings

Weaknesses

  • Cyclical business model
  • Exposure to weather-related disruptions
  • Dependence on infrastructure spending
  • Potential environmental liabilities
  • Labor shortages in the construction industry

Opportunities

  • Increased infrastructure spending
  • Growing demand for construction materials
  • Expansion into new geographic markets
  • Acquisitions of smaller competitors
  • Development of sustainable construction materials

Threats

  • Economic downturns
  • Increased competition
  • Rising raw material costs
  • Stricter environmental regulations
  • Fluctuations in energy prices

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • VMC
  • MLM
  • CRH

Competitive Landscape

Knife River faces competition from large national players and smaller regional firms. Its strengths lie in its regional expertise and vertical integration, but it must compete on price and service.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical data is limited due to its recent spin-off.

Future Projections: Future growth is expected to be driven by increased infrastructure spending and demand for construction materials. Analyst estimates are not available yet

Recent Initiatives: Focusing on operational efficiencies and expanding its market presence within its existing regions.

Summary

Knife River is a recently spun-off company focused on aggregate-based construction materials. It has strengths in regional markets and vertical integration, but operates in a cyclical industry. Its success depends on infrastructure spending and effective cost management. As a new entity, its financial track record is still developing, requiring close monitoring of its performance and strategic initiatives.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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  • Analyst Reports (where available)

Disclaimers:

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About Knife River Corporation

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Bismarck, ND, United States
IPO Launch date 2023-06-01
CEO, President & Director Mr. Brian R. Gray
Sector Basic Materials
Industry Building Materials
Full time employees 4761
Full time employees 4761

Knife River Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, provides aggregates-led construction materials and contracting services in the United States. It operates through Pacific, Northwest, Mountain, Central, and Energy Services segments. The company mines, processes, and sells construction aggregates, including crushed stone and sand, and gravel; and produces and sells asphalt and ready-mix concrete. It also provides contracting service, such as heavy-civil construction, asphalt and concrete paving, and site development and grading. In addition, the company sells cement, merchandise, and other building materials and related services; and produces and supplies liquid asphalt for use in asphalt road construction. The company sells its construction materials to public and private-sector customers comprising federal, state, and municipal governments; industrial, commercial, and residential developers, as well as other private parties; and provides its contracting services to public-sector customers for the development and servicing of highways, local roads, bridges, and other public-infrastructure projects. Knife River Corporation was founded in 1917 and is headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota.