Knife River Corp. Stock Plummets to New 52-Week Low of $74.21

Knife River Corp., a small-cap player in the Building Products industry, has reached a new 52-week low of USD 74.21 on September 17, 2025. This decline marks a significant downturn for the company, especially considering its 52-week high was recorded at USD 108.83.
Over the past year, Knife River Corp. has experienced a performance of 6.57%, which falls short when compared to the S&P 500's 17.28% return. The company's financial metrics reveal a P/E ratio of 29.00, indicating a relatively high valuation in the current market context. Additionally, the company has reported a return on equity of 10.57% and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.88, suggesting a moderate level of leverage.

Despite these figures, Knife River Corp. has faced challenges, 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 underwhelming, with a return of -13.89% over the last year, reflecting broader struggles within the company.