NKT (NKT) Stock Overview
Designs, manufactures, and installs low, medium, and high voltage power cable solutions in Denmark. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 3/6 |
| Future Growth | 4/6 |
| Past Performance | 2/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | DKK 922.50 |
| 52 Week High | DKK 1,135.00 |
| 52 Week Low | DKK 609.00 |
| Beta | 0.64 |
| 1 Month Change | -1.13% |
| 3 Month Change | -8.93% |
| 1 Year Change | 45.28% |
| 3 Year Change | 163.72% |
| 5 Year Change | 222.55% |
| Change since IPO | 1,199.30% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Sep 03
NKT: HVDC Cable Advances Will Support Higher Margins And Earnings Power
The analyst price target for NKT has increased to DKK 917 from DKK 905, reflecting updated analyst views that incorporate recent target revisions and changes to assumptions on fair value and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on NKT show a mix of cautious and constructive views, with several bullish analysts pointing to higher estimated fair value and improved conviction in the company’s execution.Analysis Article • Aug 16
NKT A/S (CPH:NKT) Interim Results: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For This Year
It's been a good week for NKT A/S ( CPH:NKT ) shareholders, because the company has just released its latest half-year...Recent updates
Narrative Update • Sep 03
NKT: HVDC Cable Advances Will Support Higher Margins And Earnings Power
The analyst price target for NKT has increased to DKK 917 from DKK 905, reflecting updated analyst views that incorporate recent target revisions and changes to assumptions on fair value and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on NKT show a mix of cautious and constructive views, with several bullish analysts pointing to higher estimated fair value and improved conviction in the company’s execution.Analysis Article • Aug 16
NKT A/S (CPH:NKT) Interim Results: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For This Year
It's been a good week for NKT A/S ( CPH:NKT ) shareholders, because the company has just released its latest half-year...
Narrative Update • Jul 23
NKT: Power Cable Execution Risks Will Restrain Further Share Price Upside
NKT's analyst fair value estimate has moved higher to DKK 517 from about DKK 500, reflecting a series of recent price target revisions, including increases to DKK 905 and DKK 850 at one global bank and an upgrade to Buy with a DKK 1,115 target at another. Analysts link these changes to updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins and the discount rate.Narrative Update • Jul 09
NKT: Grid Expansion Projects Will Support Higher Margins And Earnings Power
The updated fair value estimate for NKT has been adjusted to DKK 1,251.76 from DKK 1,305.00. This reflects analysts' mixed but generally supportive stance, as recent price targets have moved to DKK 905, DKK 1,070 and DKK 1,115, alongside views on profit margins and future P/E expectations.Analysis Article • Jul 06
Analysts Just Made A Huge Upgrade To Their NKT A/S (CPH:NKT) Forecasts
Celebrations may be in order for NKT A/S ( CPH:NKT ) shareholders, with the analysts delivering a significant upgrade...Analysis Article • Jun 21
NKT (CPSE:NKT) Stock Could Be 37% Below Fair Value After Champlain Hudson Milestone
NKT’s Champlain Hudson milestone and why it matters for investors NKT (CPSE:NKT) drew fresh attention after joining customers and partners to inaugurate the Champlain Hudson Power Express, a 400 kV HVDC transmission line carrying Canadian hydropower into New York City. The project was awarded in 2022 and is now in commercial operation. It links Québec to New York City across more than 600 km and can transmit up to 1,250 megawatts of renewable power, enough to cover an estimated 20% of the...Narrative Update • Jun 18
NKT: Long-Term Grid Projects And Margins Will Support Higher Earnings Power
Analysts have lifted the fair value estimate for NKT stock from DKK 1,050 to DKK 1,305, citing updated assumptions for revenue, profit margins and a higher future P/E multiple, even as recent research includes downgrades to more neutral ratings. Analyst Commentary Recent research on NKT reflects a mix of caution and optimism, with some firms trimming recommendations while still assigning price targets that sit below the newest fair value estimate.Narrative Update • Jun 04
NKT: Recalibrated Expectations On Power Projects Will Limit Upside Potential
NKT's consensus analyst price target has moved toward DKK 1,070, reflecting a combination of upward revisions, such as the increase to DKK 850, and more cautious views from analysts who now regard the stock as fairly valued at current levels. Analyst Commentary Analysts are split on NKT, with some seeing the current share price as broadly aligned with their targets, while others are flagging less upside and a more balanced risk and reward profile.
Narrative Update • May 19
NKT: Raised Growth And Margin Hurdles Will Pressure Execution Risks
Analysts have raised the NKT price target to DKK 850, up from DKK 752. This change is supported by updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E in recent research.Analysis Article • May 16
NKT A/S Just Beat Analyst Forecasts, And Analysts Have Been Updating Their Predictions
It's been a good week for NKT A/S ( CPH:NKT ) shareholders, because the company has just released its latest quarterly...Narrative Update • May 03
NKT: Long Term Grid Contracts Will Support Higher Future Earnings Power
Analysts have lifted the fair value estimate for NKT to DKK 1,050 from DKK 1,008, reflecting updated assumptions on growth, margins and future P/E despite mixed recent Street views, including a small price target increase at DKK 752. Analyst Commentary Street research on NKT has sent mixed signals recently, with some reports turning more cautious while others continue to see upside.Narrative Update • Apr 19
NKT: Elevated Execution Risks On Large Power Cable Projects Will Pressure Expectations
Analysts have nudged NKT's fair value estimate slightly higher to DKK 522.76, supported by a small lift in JPMorgan's price target to DKK 752, along with updated assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E. Analyst Commentary JPMorgan's latest move to lift its price target on NKT to DKK 752, while maintaining a Neutral stance, sits alongside more cautious signals from other bearish analysts who have trimmed their views or moved to less positive ratings.Narrative Update • Apr 03
NKT: Elevated Expectations Will Face Growing Execution Risk On Major Projects
Analysts have lifted the fair value estimate for NKT to about DKK 522 per share from roughly DKK 435, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E levels, in light of recent price target changes including JPMorgan's move to DKK 752 and fresh downgrades from other houses. Analyst Commentary Recent research paints a mixed picture around NKT, with some high profile houses lifting price targets while several bearish analysts have turned more cautious.Narrative Update • Mar 20
NKT: Long Term Grid Contracts Will Support Future Sector-Leading Margins
Narrative Update on NKT The analyst price target for NKT now stands at DKK 752, a DKK 4 upward adjustment, as analysts balance slightly higher assumed revenue growth with modestly lower profit margins and a marginally reduced future P/E multiple, alongside recent mixed ratings that include a small target lift from JPMorgan and downgrades from SEB Equities and Barclays. Analyst Commentary Recent research on NKT shows a mixed backdrop, but there are still clear positives that bullish analysts highlight for investors watching the stock.Narrative Update • Mar 05
NKT: Long Term Grid Projects Will Support Future Sector-Leading Margins
Narrative Update on NKT Analysts have inched their average price target for NKT up by DKK 4 to DKK 752, as modest adjustments to growth, margin and P/E assumptions reflect a mix of more cautious views from some brokers and a slightly higher target from JPMorgan, while the overall fair value estimate remains unchanged. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on NKT shows a mixed backdrop, with some brokers turning more cautious while others see support for current valuation levels.Narrative Update • Feb 19
NKT: Long Term Grid Projects And Partnerships Will Support Sector-Leading Margins
Analysts have trimmed their NKT price target to DKK 1,008. This reflects a slightly higher discount rate and modestly adjusted expectations for revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E after recent downgrades from SEB Equities and Barclays.Narrative Update • Feb 05
NKT: Order Backlog Execution Will Support Sector-Leading Margins Beyond 2028
Analysts have trimmed their stance on NKT with recent downgrades. Price targets such as JPMorgan's move to DKK 719 from DKK 618 sit alongside small adjustments to assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E that keep the modelled fair value steady at DKK 1,008.Narrative Update • Jan 22
NKT: Order Backlog Execution Will Support Sector-Leading Margins By 2028
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for NKT to DKK 1,008 from DKK 1,097, reflecting updated views on growth, profitability and valuation multiples following recent downgrades and mixed price target revisions across the Street. Analyst Commentary Street research on NKT has been mixed recently, with some firms turning more cautious on the shares while others see enough execution progress and market opportunity to justify higher valuation benchmarks.Analysis Article • Jan 11
Here's Why We Think NKT (CPH:NKT) Might Deserve Your Attention Today
It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...Narrative Update • Jan 08
NKT: Higher Expansion And Guidance Will Face Increasing Execution Risk
Analysts have raised their price expectations for NKT, led by a new JPMorgan target of DKK 719, up from DKK 618. The change reflects updated views on growth, profitability and valuation assumptions, which translate into a slightly higher fair value and a lower projected future P/E multiple in the latest models.Analysis Article • Dec 27
NKT (CPH:NKT) Has A Pretty Healthy Balance Sheet
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' It's only natural to consider a company's...Narrative Update • Dec 23
NKT: Capacity Ramp Execution Will Support Sector-Leading Margins By 2028
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for NKT from DKK 851 to about DKK 1,097. This reflects higher expected revenue growth, modestly stronger margins, and a richer future earnings multiple supported by recent price target increases and improving confidence in the company moving past key capacity ramp risks.Narrative Update • Dec 09
NKT: Margin Upside By 2028 Will Balance Capacity Ramp Execution Risks
Analysts have modestly raised their price target on NKT, with incremental fair value and valuation multiple upgrades reflecting confidence that easing capacity ramp risks will support faster earnings growth and sector leading margins by 2028, as highlighted by recent upward price target revisions to DKK 719 and DKK 878. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates underline a constructive but selective stance on NKT, with upward revisions to price targets and ratings reflecting confidence in the company’s medium term growth trajectory while still acknowledging execution and valuation risks.Analysis Article • Dec 03
Why We're Not Concerned About NKT A/S' (CPH:NKT) Share Price
NKT A/S' ( CPH:NKT ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 25x might make it look like a strong sell right now compared...Narrative Update • Nov 24
NKT: Sector-Leading Margins Expected As Ramp-Up Risks Diminish By 2028
NKT's analyst price target has climbed from DKK 695 to DKK 757. This increase reflects greater confidence in the company's revenue growth and profitability expectations according to recent analyst assessments.Narrative Update • Nov 05
NKT: Sector-Leading Margins To Emerge As Ramp-Up Risks Subside By 2028
NKT's analyst price target has been raised from DKK 688 to DKK 695. This reflects improved confidence as analysts cite accelerated earnings growth and stronger margins following the company's successful navigation of key operational risks.Analysis Article • Nov 02
We Like These Underlying Return On Capital Trends At NKT (CPH:NKT)
There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. In a perfect world, we'd like to...Narrative Update • Oct 22
Analysts Lift NKT Price Target on Strong Growth Outlook and Reduced Ramp-Up Risks
NKT Price Target Raised as Analysts Anticipate Stronger Growth Trajectory Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for NKT from DKK 645.34 to DKK 688.11. They cite improvements in growth outlook and clearer progress past ramp-up risks as reasons for the adjustment.Analysis Article • Oct 22
NKT A/S (CPH:NKT) Shares Could Be 35% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, NKT fair value estimate is kr.1,132 Current share price of...Narrative Update • Oct 08
European Grid Modernization And Capacity Expansions Will Unlock Future Promise
Analysts have raised their price target for NKT from DKK 606.74 to DKK 645.34, citing improved revenue growth and profit margins as the company overcomes key operational risks. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst reports have highlighted a positive shift in sentiment toward NKT, with several raising their price targets significantly in response to ongoing improvements in the company's performance and risk profile.Analysis Article • Oct 08
Does NKT (CPH:NKT) Deserve A Spot On Your Watchlist?
It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...Analysis Article • Sep 26
NKT (CPH:NKT) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...
New Narrative • Dec 16
Expanding Capacity In Karlskrona And Cologne And SolidAl Integration Will Drive Revenue Growth And Boost Margins
Strategic capacity expansion and integration efforts are set to significantly enhance revenue growth, operational efficiency, and market presence in Europe.Shareholder Returns
| NKT | DK Electrical | DK Market | |
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| 7D | 4.8% | 4.8% | 0.4% |
| 1Y | 45.3% | 31.6% | -0.6% |
Return vs Industry: NKT exceeded the Danish Electrical industry which returned 31.6% over the past year.
Return vs Market: NKT exceeded the Danish Market which returned -0.6% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| NKT volatility | |
|---|---|
| NKT Average Weekly Movement | 4.2% |
| Electrical Industry Average Movement | 6.1% |
| Market Average Movement | 4.0% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in DK Market | 7.2% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in DK Market | 2.2% |
Stable Share Price: NKT has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the Danish market.
Volatility Over Time: NKT's weekly volatility (4%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1891 | 6,652 | Claes Westerlind | www.nkt.com |
NKT A/S designs, manufactures, and installs low, medium, and high voltage power cable solutions in Denmark. It operates through Solutions, Applications and Service & Accessories segments. The company offers high voltage cable solutions, including high voltage onshore and offshore cables; medium voltage, dynamic, and universal cables; and low voltage building wires, flexible cables and conduits, control cables, 1 kV cables, and telecom energy and fire performance cables.
NKT A/S Fundamentals Summary
| NKT fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | DKK 49.31b |
| Earnings (TTM) | DKK 2.00b |
| Revenue (TTM) | DKK 26.87b |
24.6x
P/E Ratio1.8x
P/S RatioIs NKT overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| NKT income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | €3.59b |
| Cost of Revenue | €2.36b |
| Gross Profit | €1.24b |
| Other Expenses | €969.00m |
| Earnings | €268.00m |
Last Reported Earnings
Jun 30, 2026
Next Earnings Date
Nov 19, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 5.01 |
| Gross Margin | 34.42% |
| Net Profit Margin | 7.46% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 5.8% |
How did NKT perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/21 03:40 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/18 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
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Analyst Sources
NKT A/S is covered by 15 analysts. 10 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| George Featherstone | Barclays |
| "George Featherstone | Barclays |
| Xin Wang | Barclays |