Knowles Corporation (KN)

NYSE: KN · Real-Time Price · USD
30.33
-0.85 (-2.73%)
At close: Apr 28, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
30.33
0.00 (0.00%)
After-hours: Apr 28, 2026, 4:02 PM EDT
-2.73%
Market Cap 2.59B
Revenue (ttm) 614.10M
Net Income (ttm) 55.90M
Shares Out 85.56M
EPS (ttm) 0.64
PE Ratio 48.34
Forward PE 22.52
Dividend n/a
Ex-Dividend Date n/a
Volume 561,506
Open 30.67
Previous Close 31.18
Day's Range 30.01 - 31.12
52-Week Range 15.43 - 31.95
Beta 1.49
Analysts Buy
Price Target 28.00 (-7.59%)
Earnings Date Apr 23, 2026

About KN

Knowles Corporation offers capacitors, radio frequency (RF) and microwave filters, balanced armature speakers, and medtech microphones in Asia, the United States, Europe, rest of Americas, and internationally. It operates in two segments, Precision Devices (PD) and Medtech & Specialty Audio (MSA). The PD segment focuses on the custom design and delivery of high performance capacitor products and RF solutions primarily serving the defense, industrial, medtech, and electrification/energy markets. The MSA segment designs and manufactures balanced ... [Read more]

Sector Technology
Founded 1946
Employees 5,200
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol KN
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

Financial Statements

Analyst Forecast

According to 3 analysts, the average rating for KN stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $28.0, which is a decrease of -7.59% from the latest price.

Price Target
$28.0
(-7.59% downside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Knowles Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026

Q1 2026 saw 16% revenue growth and 50% EPS growth year-over-year, with strong performance in both MedTech & Specialty Audio and Precision Devices segments. Guidance for Q2 and full year 2026 points to continued revenue and margin expansion, driven by robust demand and successful product ramps.

4 days ago - Transcripts

Knowles Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results and Provides Outlook for Q2 2026

ITASCA, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN), a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components, including high performance capacitors, radio frequency ("RF") filters, advance...

5 days ago - Business Wire

Knowles to Participate in Upcoming Conferences

ITASCA, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN), a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components, including high performance capacitors, radio frequency ("RF") filters, advance...

14 days ago - Business Wire

Knowles to Release First Quarter 2026 Financial Results on April 23, 2026

ITASCA, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN) a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components, including high performance capacitors, radio frequency ("RF") filters, advanced...

4 weeks ago - Business Wire

Knowles Earnings Call Transcript: Q4 2025

Revenue and EPS exceeded guidance for both Q4 and full year, driven by strong growth in Precision Devices and MedTech & Specialty Audio. Robust bookings, a healthy backlog, and major capacity expansions position the company for continued growth and margin improvement into 2026.

2 months ago - Transcripts

Knowles Reports Q4 & Full Year 2025 Financial Results and Provides Outlook for Q1 2026

ITASCA, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN), a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components, including high performance capacitors, radio frequency ("RF") filters, advance...

2 months ago - Business Wire

Knowles to Release Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results on February 5, 2026

ITASCA, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN) a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components, including high performance capacitors, radio frequency ("RF") filters, advanced...

4 months ago - Business Wire

Knowles Transcript: 17th Annual Southwest IDEAS Conference

The company has completed a strategic transformation, focusing on high-margin medtech, defense, and industrial markets. With strong cash flow, disciplined M&A, and a robust growth outlook, it targets 8%-10% annual revenue growth and 30% EBITDA margins within five years.

5 months ago - Transcripts

Knowles Earnings Call Transcript: Q3 2025

Q3 2025 saw 7% revenue and 22% EPS growth, with strong cash flow and robust segment performance. Guidance calls for continued revenue and margin expansion, driven by specialty film and defense, while capital allocation remains disciplined and the balance sheet strong.

6 months ago - Transcripts

Knowles Reports Q3 2025 Financial Results and Provides Outlook for Q4 2025

ITASCA, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN), a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components, including high performance capacitors, radio frequency ("RF") filters, advance...

6 months ago - Business Wire

Knowles to Release Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results on October 23, 2025

ITASCA, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN), a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components, including high performance capacitors, radio frequency ("RF") filters, advance...

7 months ago - Business Wire

Syntiant Wins Octane's High Tech Award for ‘Deal of the Year'

IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Syntiant Corp., the recognized leader in ultra-low-power edge AI deployment, today announced it has received the High Tech Award for “Deal of the Yea...

7 months ago - GlobeNewsWire

Knowles Transcript: 16th Annual Midwest Ideas Conference

A major transformation shifted focus to high-margin MedTech, defense, and industrial markets, with divestitures and acquisitions strengthening the portfolio. Financial performance has improved, with strong growth and margin expansion projected. Differentiated technology, customer intimacy, and disciplined capital allocation underpin future growth.

8 months ago - Transcripts

Knowles Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2025

Q2 2025 saw 8% revenue growth and 20% EPS growth year-over-year, with both segments outperforming and strong cash flow enabling $30 million in share buybacks. Guidance points to continued sequential and year-over-year growth, supported by robust bookings and new product initiatives.

9 months ago - Transcripts

Knowles Reports Q2 2025 Financial Results and Provides Outlook for Q3 2025

ITASCA, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN), a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components, including high performance capacitors, radio frequency ("RF") filters, advance...

9 months ago - Business Wire

Knowles Launches High-Performance Inductors for Mission-Critical RF Applications

High Q Ceramic Core Inductors are designed for minimal signal loss and high reliability in medical, defense, and industrial markets. ITASCA, Ill.

10 months ago - PRNewsWire

Knowles to Release Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results on July 24, 2025

ITASCA, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN) a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components, including high performance capacitors, radio frequency ("RF") filters, advanced...

10 months ago - Business Wire

Knowles Transcript: Investor Day 2025

Completed a strategic transformation to focus on high-growth, high-margin industrial tech markets, targeting 8–10% annual revenue growth and 10–14% EBITDA growth over the next five years. Growth will be driven by organic initiatives, new product launches in specialty film capacitors and inductors, and disciplined M&A, with robust cash flow supporting continued investment and shareholder returns.

1 year ago - Transcripts

Knowles Transcript: Bank of America Industrials, Transportation & Airlines Key Leaders Conference 2025

Announced the EUR 550 million SIKORA acquisition, enhancing the polymer processing platform and cross-selling opportunities. Biopharma, CO2 systems, and clean energy segments are driving double-digit growth, while automation and supply chain flexibility support operational resilience.

1 year ago - Transcripts

Syntiant CEO Kurt Busch Receives Silver Stevie Award for ‘Technology Executive of the Year'

IRVINE, Calif., April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Syntiant Corp., the recognized leader in low-power edge AI deployment, today announced that its CEO Kurt Busch has been named a 2025 Silver Stevie® A...

1 year ago - GlobeNewsWire

Knowles Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2025

Q1 2025 revenue was $132M with EPS of $0.18, both at or above guidance, and strong cash flow. Minimal tariff exposure, robust bookings, and normalized inventories support confidence in year-over-year growth, with Q2 revenue expected at $135–$145M.

1 year ago - Transcripts

Knowles Reports Q1 2025 Financial Results and Provides Outlook for Q2 2025

ITASCA, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN), a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components for innovative technologies, including capacitors, radio frequency ("RF") filte...

1 year ago - Business Wire

Knowles to Host 2025 Investor Day

ITASCA, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN), a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components for innovative technologies, including capacitors, radio frequency ("RF") filte...

1 year ago - Business Wire

Knowles to Release First Quarter 2025 Financial Results on April 24, 2025

ITASCA, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Knowles Corporation (NYSE: KN) a leading manufacturer of specialty electronic components for innovative technologies, including capacitors, radio frequency ("RF") filter...

1 year ago - Business Wire

Syntiant to Participate at Bernstein's 3rd Annual TMT Forum

IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Syntiant Corp., the recognized leader in low-power edge AI deployment, today announced that its CEO, Kurt Busch, will participate in Bernstein's 3rd A...

1 year ago - GlobeNewsWire