Knife River Corp. Stock Hits New 52-Week Low at $66.75

Knife River Corp., a small-cap player in the building products industry, has recently reached a new 52-week low, trading at USD 66.75 on October 8, 2025. This marks a significant decline for the company, which has seen its stock price decrease by 2.84% over the past year, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500's performance of 17.88% during the same period.
The company's financial metrics reveal a challenging landscape. Knife River Corp. has reported a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 29.00, indicating a premium valuation compared to its peers. Additionally, the company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.88, reflecting a moderate level of leverage. However, its return on equity stands at 10.57%, suggesting some efficiency in generating profits relative to shareholder equity.

Despite these figures, Knife River Corp. has faced difficulties, including a notable increase in raw material costs by 14.3% year-over-year and a decline in operating cash flow, which hit a low of USD 244.25 million. The stock's performance has been below par, with a return of -16.58% over the last year, further emphasizing the challenges it faces in the current market environment.