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Koss Corporation (KOSS)

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Upturn Advisory Summary

07/11/2025: KOSS (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Below Average Performance

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0 Analysts rated it

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Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 58.81%
Avg. Invested days 46
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 46.60M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price -
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price -
Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta -1.47
52 Weeks Range 4.00 - 18.73
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 4.00 - 18.73
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.08

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Report Date -
When -
Estimate -
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -6.05%
Operating Margin (TTM) -18.66%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -2.7%
Return on Equity (TTM) -2.43%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 36343347
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.75
Enterprise Value 36343347
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.75
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.92
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -1.72
Shares Outstanding 9375800
Shares Floating 6343007
Shares Outstanding 9375800
Shares Floating 6343007
Percent Insiders 43.67
Percent Institutions 35.81

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Koss Corporation

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Koss Corporation was founded in 1953 by John C. Koss. Initially focused on TV rentals, it pioneered stereo headphones in 1958, revolutionizing personal audio. It has since become a recognized brand in audio equipment.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Headphones: Koss manufactures and sells a wide range of headphones, including wired, wireless, noise-canceling, and gaming headsets.
  • Accessories: Koss also offers headphone accessories such as ear cushions, cables, and carrying cases.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Michael J. Koss serves as Chairman and CEO. The company has a traditional corporate structure with functional departments such as sales, marketing, engineering, and finance.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • ESP/950 Electrostatic Headphones: High-end electrostatic headphones known for their exceptional audio quality. Market share for electrostatic headphones is niche, but Koss is a recognized brand in this segment. Competitors include Stax, Audeze, and Sennheiser.
  • Porta Pro Headphones: Classic on-ear headphones known for their retro design and affordable price point. Revenue is not publicly broken out. Competitors include Audio-Technica, Sennheiser, and Sony.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The global headphone market is competitive and growing, driven by increased mobile device usage, streaming services, and demand for noise cancellation. Trends include wireless technology, active noise cancellation, and personalized audio experiences.

Positioning

Koss Corporation occupies a niche position within the headphone market, focusing on providing quality audio at various price points. Its competitive advantages include brand recognition, a loyal customer base, and a history of innovation.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global headphone market is estimated at over $20 billion. Koss is positioned within a segment of this market, focusing on specific price points and audio quality preferences.

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Strengths

  • Brand recognition
  • Established history
  • Loyal customer base
  • Classic product designs

Weaknesses

  • Limited marketing budget
  • Smaller product portfolio compared to major competitors
  • Dependence on specific product lines
  • Lack of cutting-edge technology adoption

Opportunities

  • Expansion into emerging markets
  • Partnerships with streaming services
  • Development of wireless and noise-canceling products
  • Focus on gaming headsets and accessories

Threats

  • Intense competition from larger companies
  • Rapid technological advancements
  • Changing consumer preferences
  • Economic downturns affecting consumer spending

Competitors and Market Share

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  • Sony (SNE)
  • Bose (Private)
  • Sennheiser (Private)
  • Apple (AAPL)
  • Audio-Technica (TYO: 6746)

Competitive Landscape

Koss faces stiff competition from larger companies with more resources and broader product portfolios. Its advantages include brand recognition, but it needs to innovate and adapt to market changes.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Koss's growth has been modest, with fluctuations due to changing market conditions and competition. The stock experienced a meme stock surge in 2021.

Future Projections: Future growth projections are uncertain. Success depends on strategic initiatives, innovation, and market demand.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include focusing on improving existing product lines and exploring opportunities in niche markets.

Summary

Koss Corporation is a company with a long history in the audio industry, marked by periods of innovation and challenge. The company maintains brand recognition with a loyal customer base, but faces increasing competitive pressures. It needs to adapt with future technology such as wireless technology, active noise cancellation, and personalized audio experiences. Strategic opportunities lie in emerging markets and niche products.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Koss Corporation Investor Relations
  • Market research reports on the headphone industry
  • SEC Filings

Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on available information and analyst estimates and is not financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.

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About Koss Corporation

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Milwaukee, WI, United States
IPO Launch date 1992-02-25
Chairman, President, CEO & COO Mr. Michael J. Koss
Sector Technology
Industry Consumer Electronics
Full time employees 28
Full time employees 28

Koss Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the design, manufacture, and sale of stereo headphones and related accessories in the United States, Sweden, the Czech Republic, Ukraine, Korea, Georgia, Canada, and internationally. The company offers high-fidelity headphones, wireless bluetooth headphones, wireless bluetooth speakers, computer headsets, telecommunications headsets, and active noise canceling headphones. It sells its products through distributors, international distributors, audio specialty stores, the internet, national retailers, grocery stores, electronics retailers, and prisons under the Koss name, as well as private label. Koss Corporation sells its products to distributors for resale to school systems, as well as directly to other manufacturers. The company markets through domestic retail outlets and numerous retailers. It also exports its products. Koss Corporation was founded in 1953 and is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.