Knife River Corporation Receives 'Moderate Buy' Rating from Analysts

Shares of the construction materials company earn consensus recommendation from research analysts

Apr. 12, 2026 at 6:33am

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Knife River Corporation (NYSE:KNF), a leading integrated construction materials and contracting company in the western United States, has received a 'Moderate Buy' rating from the ten analysts currently covering the firm, according to a report from MarketBeat.com. One analyst rated the stock a 'Sell', three gave it a 'Hold', and six assigned a 'Buy' recommendation, with an average 12-month price target of $97.43.

Why it matters

Analyst ratings and price targets can provide valuable insights into a company's performance and future outlook, helping investors make informed decisions. Knife River's 'Moderate Buy' consensus rating suggests that Wall Street sees potential upside in the stock, despite some mixed views on the company's near-term prospects.

The details

The analysts' ratings and price targets for Knife River reflect a range of opinions on the company's growth potential. Several firms, including Stephens, Royal Bank of Canada, and DA Davidson, have boosted their price targets on the stock in recent months, citing the company's strong performance and positive industry trends. However, some analysts remain more cautious, with one issuing a 'Sell' rating.

  • Knife River reported its latest quarterly results on February 17, 2026.
  • The company's stock has traded between $58.72 and $103.18 over the past 52 weeks.

The players

Knife River Corporation

A leading integrated construction materials and contracting company in the western United States, headquartered in Bismarck, North Dakota.

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What’s next

Investors will be closely watching Knife River's future financial reports and any further updates from Wall Street analysts on the company's outlook.

The takeaway

Knife River's 'Moderate Buy' consensus rating from analysts suggests the construction materials firm has potential upside, though there are some mixed views on its near-term prospects. The company's performance and industry trends will be key factors in determining its future stock price movement.