13F Pro Quality Score

58.9/100

Rank #969 of 2,962 stocksTOP 50%

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Revenue Growth

38.1/100

Profitability

62.7/100

Balance Sheet

79.3/100

Earnings Quality

54.4/100

Free Cash Flow

57.1/100

Institutional Flow

70.8/100

Revenue Scale

69.6/100

Dilution Risk

44.0/100
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KFY Stock Analysis & AI Quality Score

Data updated 2026-09-11

AI stock analysis and institutional research for KORN FERRY (KFY), a Industrials sector company. 13F Pro's AI-powered ranking engine scores KFY at 58.9/100 on a 32-signal composite quality model, placing it at rank #969 of 2,962 stocks — the top half of the AI-ranked universe. KFY scores in the top quartile across balance sheet strength (79.3). Areas of concern include revenue growth (38.1), which score below median versus the broader universe. Shareholder dilution risk is elevated at 44.0/100, reflecting ongoing share issuance or stock-based compensation. Based on the latest XBRL financial filings (Q2 2026), KORN FERRY reports quarterly revenue of $764.6M, net income of $69.0M, an operating margin of 12.2%. Top institutional holders of KFY by reported 13-F value include BlackRock, VANGUARD PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT, DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS, based on the most recent SEC filings. KFY trades on the NYSE exchange and files with the SEC under CIK 56679. 13F Pro's AI research platform runs 10 specialized AI analysts — value, growth, momentum, macro, and activist specialists — that debate KFY daily and publish AI-generated analysis with cited SEC sources. The platform aggregates historical XBRL financial facts, 10-Q and 10-K filings, insider Form 4 transactions, and institutional 13-F holdings for KORN FERRY directly from SEC EDGAR. KORN FERRY's 13F Pro composite quality score has ranged between 44 and 70 since 2021, currently 58.9 — an improving long-term trajectory across 68 quarterly and live scoring snapshots.

Fun facts about KORN FERRY

Quirks, history, and lore behind KFY — the kind of stuff that makes a stock memorable.

  • 1
    The Basics
    U.S. professional services company · mid-cap · listed on the NYSE · headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
  • 2
    The Numbers
    Annual revenue of roughly $2 billion, with operations spanning 50+ countries — because talent has no borders, but someone still has to find it.
  • 3
    The History
    Founded in 1969, it grew from a boutique executive search shop into the world's largest firm of its kind, eventually expanding well beyond just placing corner-office candidates.
  • 4
    The Secret
    It doesn't make anything — it makes careers happen: beyond headhunting, it sells leadership consulting, organizational strategy, and talent assessment services to companies worldwide.
  • 5
    The Lore
    The company has placed executives at some of the world's most powerful organizations and quietly runs one of the largest leadership development businesses on the planet — think CEO whisperer, at global scale.
  • 6
    The Giveaway
    Its name sounds like a nu-metal band and a nautical adventure rolled into one — but this executive search and talent firm is the undisputed heavyweight of finding your next boss.
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Revenue

Q2 2026

$764.6M

Net Income

Q2 2026

$69.0M

Free Cash Flow

Q2 2026

$-265.6M

Operating Margin

Q2 2026

12.2%

ROIC

Q2 2026

15.6%

D/E Ratio

Q2 2026

0.20

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Revenue & Net Income

Earnings Per Share

Key Financials Over Time

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Revenue

+6.4% YoY
$2.94BFY 2026
FY23 $2.86BFY24 $2.80BFY25 $2.76BFY26 $2.94B

Net Income

+12.7% YoY
$277.4MFY 2026
FY23 $209.5MFY24 $169.2MFY25 $246.1MFY26 $277.4M

Operating Income

+8.2% YoY
$374.7MFY 2026
FY23 $316.3MFY24 $212.9MFY25 $346.3MFY26 $374.7M

EPS (Diluted)

+13.5% YoY
$5.22FY 2026
FY23 $3.95FY24 $3.23FY25 $4.60FY26 $5.22

Total Assets

+5.3% YoY
$4.06BFY 2026
FY23 $3.57BFY24 $3.68BFY25 $3.86BFY26 $4.06B

Total Debt

+0.2% YoY
$398.6MFY 2026
FY23 $396.2MFY24 $396.9MFY25 $397.7MFY26 $398.6M

Op. Cash Flow

+13.7% YoY
$414.2MFY 2026
FY23 $343.9MFY24 $284.0MFY25 $364.4MFY26 $414.2M

Free Cash Flow

+7.4% YoY
$324.3MFY 2026
FY23 $273.5MFY24 $228.8MFY25 $301.9MFY26 $324.3M

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Is KFY a good stock to buy?

13F Pro's AI-powered analysis of KORN FERRY (KFY) draws on SEC EDGAR-sourced fundamentals, institutional 13F holdings, and insider Form 4 transactions in the Industrials sector (listed on NYSE). The 32-signal AI Quality Score, current rank, and full bull/bear verdict for KFY are available on the KFY stock profile dashboard — with the same data, AI insights, ratios, and institutional activity refreshed after every 10-K, 10-Q, 13F, and Form 4 filing. KFY is classified as a mid company.

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