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Koss Corporation(KOSS)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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- 1M
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- SELL Advisory (Loss)
- Profit
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for KOSS
11/13/2026: KOSS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Koss Corporation is a long-standing, Milwaukee-based designer of headphones that has recently shifted its focus toward patent monetization and corporate diversification. While the company is known for its heritage audio products and strong balance sheet, it struggles with thin operating margins and intense competition from global technology leaders. Its main investment story currently revolves around a new strategic initiative to acquire profitable businesses outside the headphone sector. Investors face risks related to small-cap liquidity, reliance on non-recurring IP settlements, and execution challenges in its pivot. The stock may best suit speculative investors who are attracted to its potential for opportunistic diversification or its historical volatility.
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 style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company's core audio business is mature, but new acquisition-based diversification initiatives offer potential for growth. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Koss has historically experienced periods of extreme volatility and momentum spikes driven by retail sentiment. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | The company trades as a micro-cap with significant cash assets, though its core business profitability remains inconsistent. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | Koss does not pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High price volatility and reliance on niche/speculative catalysts make this unsuitable for low-risk profiles. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock is susceptible to sudden, dramatic price movements driven by retail speculation. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Trading activity often disconnects from traditional fundamental valuation metrics. |
| Competition risk (tech ecosystem) | High | Koss competes against deep-pocketed tech giants that dominate consumer audio. |
| Business quality | Medium | While the brand has long-term viability, core operating profitability is thin and unpredictable. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | No dividend payments provide no income benefit for shareholders. |
| Execution risk | Medium | The new pivot into external acquisitions depends entirely on successful deal-making and integration. |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 30.72M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 26.3K shares | Beta 1.69 | 52 Weeks Range 2.93 - 5.06 | Updated Date 11/12/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 2.93 - 5.06 | Updated Date 11/12/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.09 |
Sector & Industry Intelligence
Sector
Technology
Caution- Sentiment
- Near Bearish
- Momentum
- Rapid Breadth Deterioration
- BUY participation
- 30.1%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 37 / 123
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- -42
- Market state
- Weak Bullish / Near Bearish
BUY participation is falling rapidly, suggesting elevated market vulnerability.
Industry
Consumer Electronics
- BUY participation
- 50.0%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 1 / 2
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- -1
Eligible universe: 2 stocks.
Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -48.21% | Avg. Invested days 21 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/13/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Equipment Sales | Headphones, headsets, and accessories sold via DTC and retail partners. | Traditional hardware sales remain the core, though they are a low-growth segment. |
| IP Licensing | Monetization of patent portfolio through settlements. | An unpredictable but potentially lucrative source of non-recurring revenue. |
| Geography (International) | Product distribution across various global markets. | Exposes the company to international consumer trends and regulatory/logistical risks. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 526.32 | Enterprise Value 15.14M | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.55 |
Enterprise Value 15.14M | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.55 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.26 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -1.72 | Shares Outstanding 9.47M | Shares Floating 5.51M |
Shares Outstanding 9.47M | Shares Floating 5.51M | ||
Percent Insiders 44.1 | Percent Institutions 5.29 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
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)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
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)
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)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
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)
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)
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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