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KKR & Co. Inc.
KKR - NYSE - $102.52 (as of ) ▲ +2.17%
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Earnings Thu 30 Jul
Note: this preview was published before the 2026-07-30 earnings report. Results have since been released — verify against the latest filings.

KKR & Co. Inc. (KKR) Q2 FY26 earnings preview — archived, published May 9, 2026

The median of 6 price targets is $137[FMP target], stock is $103, +33.6% vs the analyst consensus median. Q1 FY26 EPS $1.39 vs $1.26 estimate: beat (+10.3%)[FMP earnings]. Stock move on D+1: -1.2%.

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Quick Take - in 40 seconds ·
D+
Council 4/6 - Historical V1 score 57

D+ — FMP rating [FMP ratings]. Form 4: unavailable[FMP Form 4].

Quick Answer

KKR & Co. Inc. (KKR) Q2 consensus: revenue $2.8B[FMP est], EPS $1.40[FMP est]. 1 consecutive quarters of beat[FMP earnings].

$1.40 EPS Estimate Last year $1.18 - +19% YoY
1 Beat Streak Expectations beaten consecutively for the last 1 quarters

Q1 FY26 EPS $1.39 vs $1.26 estimate: beat (+10.3%)[FMP]. Stock move on D+1: -1.2%[FMP D+1].

Watchlist

5 metrics stand out this quarter.

$28 billion Investor Focus

Capital Raising Success

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KKR raised $28 billion of new capital in Q1, with a notable $15 billion raised in credit.

"We raised $28 billion of new capital in the quarter with demand really widespread across asset classes and geographies. A real bright spot for us this quarter was in credit where we raised $15 billion across our platform."

- Robert Lewin, Chief Financial Officer - Q1 FY26 Earnings Call - May 5, 2026
$317 million Investor Focus

Share Repurchases

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KKR leaned into share repurchases, repurchasing $317 million of stock this year through May 1 at an average price of approximately $91, and increased its share repurchase program by an additional $500 million.

"We repurchased or retired $317 million of stock this year through May 1 at an average price of approximately $91. And our Board recently authorized an increase to our share repurchase program by an additional $500 million."

- Robert Lewin, Chief Financial Officer - Q1 FY26 Earnings Call - May 5, 2026
$23 billion Investor Focus

North America 14 Fund

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KKR's North America 14 fund had its final closing at $23 billion, eclipsing the prior $19 billion fund.

"Another milestone for us this quarter was the final closing of our North America 14 fund at $23 billion, eclipsing the prior $19 billion fund."

- Robert Lewin, Chief Financial Officer - Q1 FY26 Earnings Call - May 5, 2026
$1.2 billion Management Quote

Management Fee Growth

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KKR's management fees were $1.2 billion in Q1, up 30% year-over-year.

"Management fees in the quarter were $1.2 billion. That's up 30% on a year-over-year basis."

- Craig Larson, Partner and Head of Investor Relations - Q1 FY26 Earnings Call - May 5, 2026
$1.13 Investor Focus

Fee Related Earnings Growth

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KKR reported fee-related earnings per share of $1.13 in Q1, up 23% year-over-year.

"Fee-related earnings per share came in at $1.13. That's up 23% year-over-year."

- Craig Larson, Partner and Head of Investor Relations - Q1 FY26 Earnings Call - May 5, 2026

Stock Expert AI - Methodology

Do our scoring pillars, 6 perspectives, and Munger lens point in the same direction?

Council Score 4 / 6 Bullish

6 investor frameworks. 4 bullish (Ray Dalio, Ken Griffin, Klarman, Munger), 0 bearish (none), 2 neutral (Jim Simons, Buffett).

How is it calculated? ->
Ray Dalio macro - target upside +33.6%
Ken Griffin flow - 50d MA above
Jim Simons quant - RSI 56
Klarman value - target upside +33.6%
Buffett quality - ROE score 1/5
Munger valuation - target upside +33.6%
Munger's Mindset character & balance sheet lens
Undervalued

Quality business, discounted price.

How is it calculated? ->
Financial HealthWeak
Margin of SafetyStrong
Interest CoverageAdequate
ROIC vs WACCTight
Technical Levels - Pre-earnings positioning

What levels is the stock being tested at?

RSI(14)
56.0 RSI 56.0 positive momentum, 50d above
MACD
+7.90 price above 50d - support positive
50d MA
$95 stock 7.9% above - short-term support
200d MA
$120 stock 14.2% below - long-term pressure
Volume (10d)
+26% increase - pre-earnings positioning
Resistance
$137
Analyst median target - upgrade trigger if broken
Current
$103
Pre-earnings position
Support
$102
Invalidation - close below this is a technical breakdown
Pattern
Range
$102-$137 band - earnings breakout/breakdown trigger

Past Performance

4 quarters shown.

BEAT
Q2 FY25
$1.18 vs $1.14 est · Next-day price move: -2.7%
BEAT
Q3 FY25
$1.41 vs $1.30 est · Next-day price move: -1.0%
MISS
Q4 FY25
$1.12 vs $1.14 est · Next-day price move: +4.1%
BEAT
Q1 FY26
$1.39 vs $1.26 est · Next-day price move: -1.2%

Q1 FY26 (May 5, 2026) EPS $1.39 vs $1.26 estimate: beat (+10.3%)[FMP]. Stock move on D+1: -1.2%[FMP D+1].

Three scenarios: what could happen?

EPS < $1.36 (no guidance)

Q1 FY26 EPS $1.39 vs $1.26 estimate: beat (+10.3%)[FMP]. Stock move on D+1: -1.2%[FMP].

Backlog concentration

No RPO/backlog concentration disclosed in Q1 earnings call.

CapEx shock

Q1 CapEx $27.4M[FMP cashflow]. Q1 op margin 5.1%[FMP op margin] - this level in Q4 is sensitive to CapEx revision risk.

Framework - Position discipline

After the data arrives: 3 scenarios, 3 windows

Not advice - a structural framework for earnings night. Decision discipline is yours.

Scenario A - Beat
Q2 EPS > $1.40 + CapEx discipline
Threshold: EPS > $1.40[FMP est].
Target: Break above median target $137[FMP target]; high target $187[FMP] upper bound.
Scenario B - In-Line
EPS approx $1.40 + CapEx < $27.4M
Threshold: EPS approx $1.40[FMP est], Q4 CapEx < $27.4M[FMP].
Target: Consolidation in the band between current $103[FMP] and median $137[FMP].
Scenario C - Miss
EPS < $1.36 or CapEx >= $27.4M
Threshold: EPS < $1.36[FMP estx0.97].
Current price $103 — below SMA200 $120 [FMP].

Market Outlook

What do analysts say? 6 price targets · 21 ratings

Wall Street Consensus
$137
12-month median target price (+33.6% gap to the analyst consensus median)
18
BUY
3
HOLD
0
SELL
Risk Management
$102
Invalidation level - critical support threshold
$95 - 50-day MA (above, +7.9%)
$120 - 200-day MA (below, -14.2%)
IV Crush risk (sudden drop in inflated option premiums before earnings): Option premiums are inflated before earnings.
Verdict - KKR Q2 FY26
D+

You read it in 5 minutes. When the numbers come out on Thursday evening - you know what you're looking at.

Data arrives at night. The framework is ready now.

Data arrives on Thursday evening. The framework is ready on this page: Q2 EPS threshold $1.40[FMP], CapEx threshold "below $27.4M". Two anchors, three scenarios.

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Calendar

Catalyst Calendar - 90-day forward look

Jul 30, 2026EARNINGSQ2 FY26 results (after market close) + earnings call
Jul 31, 2026PRICEFirst trading day after earnings - 200dMA test + IV crush
Aug 9, 2026 – Aug 14, 2026FILING10-Q due within 40–45 days of quarter end (by Aug 9, 2026 – Aug 14, 2026); the exact deadline depends on filer status
~Oct 30, 2026EARNINGSQ3 FY26 (next quarter, date not yet scheduled in FMP)

DATA GAP: Events not in the FMP /stable/calendar feed - Investor day, analyst day, product launches, regulatory dates. These require company IR page scraping or manual calendar entry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the KKR Q2 FY26 earnings preview cover?

This KKR & Co. Inc. (KKR) Q2 FY26 earnings preview covers the analyst consensus, key catalysts, and what to watch on the earnings call.

What should investors watch for in KKR Q2 FY26 earnings?

KKR & Co. Inc. (KKR): Consensus EPS, revenue guidance, segment growth rates, and the tone of management commentary — the full breakdown with sources is on this page.

Where do the numbers on this page come from?

KKR & Co. Inc. (KKR): Figures are sourced from Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) fundamentals and consensus data plus official earnings-call transcripts; derived metrics are labeled with their source next to each figure.

Is this a buy or sell recommendation?

KKR & Co. Inc. (KKR): No. This page is educational research, not investment advice. It summarizes analyst consensus and company data; consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decision.

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