Korn Ferry (KFY) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Korn Ferry is a world'wide consulting firm that powers individual and business performance. The impact it create spans entire organizations, but it always starts with people. The Company has eight...
Korn Ferry (KFY) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 14.24 (historical range: 7.44–29.49, median: 14.10), placing it at the 52th percentile — near its historical average, P/S ratio of 1.33 (range: 0.80–2.01, 71th percentile — above its historical average), EV/EBITDA of 8.85 (range: 4.44–20.41, 48th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), Korn Ferry's P/E ratio has expanded by 15% over the observed period (from an average of 13.7 to 15.9).
Korn Ferry trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 14.24 | 14.10 | 52th | near its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 1.33 | 1.24 | 71th | above its historical average |
| EV/EBITDA | 8.85 | 9.02 | 48th | near its historical average |
| FCF Yield | 8.00% | 8.26% | 43th | near its historical average |
Korn Ferry (KFY) Valuation & P/E History
Korn Ferry (KFY) is a US-listed stock operating in the Industrials sector, specifically the Services-Employment Agencies industry currently trading at $73.03 with a market capitalization of $4.1 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for KFY based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 14.24 is above the historical median of 14.10, placing KFY at the 52th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 1.33 compares to a median of 1.24.
KFY Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Korn Ferry's current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether KFY is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests KFY is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for Korn Ferry.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is KFY Overvalued or Undervalued?
Korn Ferry trades above its historical valuation range, with most metrics above their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 57 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive KFY is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full KFY analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.KFY trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.