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KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc.

KLCNYSEConsumer StaplesEducation & Training Services

$1.77Today:- (-)1Y −70.67%

As of Oct 23, 2026 close

Market cap
$210.27M
P/E (TTM)
-
Forward P/E
-
Dividend yield
-
52-week range
$1.63$6.27
Volume (live)
-
Avg. volume (3M)
676.29K

KinderCare Learning Companies (KLC) Stock Price & Financial Analysis

KinderCare Learning Companies Stock Price Chart

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Financial Metrics & Key Statistics

Fundamental metrics, valuation ratios, and profitability indicators

Price & Trading Activity
Day's Range$1.69 - $1.78
52-Week High$6.27
52-Week Low$1.63
Open$1.76
Volume (last close)634.62K
Average Volume (3M)676.29K
Earnings & Profitability
Revenue (TTM)2.74B
Net Income (TTM)-765.61M
Free Cash Flow (TTM)92.95M
EPS (TTM)−$6.46
Profit Margin-27.94%
Operating Margin-14.28%
Return on Equity (ROE)-164.23%
Debt to Equity1.97
Dividend Information
Annual Dividend$0.00
Dividend Yield0.00%
Size & Valuation
Market Cap210.27M
Shares Outstanding118.80M
Price to Sales (P/S)0.08
Price to Book (P/B)0.45
EV/EBITDA-10.16
Technical Indicators
50-Day MA$2.41
200-Day MA$3.59
1-Year Change−70.67%

Source: Market prices and company fundamentals. Data as of Oct 23, 2026. Data sources and methodology

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KinderCare Learning Companies at a Glance

As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, KinderCare Learning Companies (KLC) has a market capitalization of $210.27M. The stock trades at 0.1× sales. Over the trailing twelve months it lost $765.61M on revenue of $2.74B and generated $92.95M of free cash flow. Revenue fell 0.5% year over year.

As of its latest reported balance sheet, it holds $173.71M in cash and securities against $916.99M of debt, a net debt position of $743.29M.

KinderCare Learning Companies does not currently pay a dividend.

The share price is down 70.7% over the past year. At $1.77 (the Oct 23, 2026 close) it sits near the bottom of its 52-week range of $1.63 to $6.27, below its 200-day moving average of $3.59.

Based on 7 professional analyst ratings from the past 90 days, the consensus is Sell with an average price target of $3.90, 120.3% above the Oct 23, 2026 close.

Frequently Asked Questions About KinderCare Learning Companies

What is the current stock price for KLC?

As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, KLC stock trades at $1.77. The 52-week range is $1.63–$6.27, with a day range of $1.69–$1.77.

What is the P/E ratio for KLC?

The P/E ratio (Price-to-Earnings) for KLC is shown in the Key Statistics section. This valuation metric helps compare KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. to industry peers.

Does KLC pay dividends?

KinderCare Learning Companies does not currently pay a regular dividend. It reported a net loss over the trailing twelve months, so it has no earnings to distribute. Check the Dividends tab for historical dividend information.

What do analysts recommend for KLC?

Based on ratings from 7 professional analysts over the last 90 days, the consensus for KLC is Sell. The average 12-month price target is $3.90, a 120.3% upside from the Oct 23, 2026 close of $1.77.

What is the market cap of KLC?

As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, KinderCare Learning Companies's market capitalization is $210.3M, classifying it as a micro-cap company. KinderCare Learning Companies operates in the Consumer Staples sector within the Education & Training Services industry.