Kimball Electronics (NASDAQ: KE) stock is surging 5.02% in intraday trading on Friday, extending its impressive rally following the company's better-than-expected quarterly financial results. The continued upward momentum is further fueled by positive analyst actions, highlighting the market's growing confidence in the company's prospects.
B. Riley, a notable financial services firm, has adjusted its price target for Kimball Electronics to $29.50 from $24, while maintaining a Buy rating on the stock. This significant increase in the price target reflects the firm's optimistic outlook on Kimball's future performance. Additionally, Lake Street has reaffirmed its Buy rating on the company, adding to the positive sentiment surrounding the stock.
The current rally follows an impressive 18% jump in Kimball Electronics' stock price on Thursday, triggered by the company's release of quarterly financial results that exceeded market expectations. This strong financial performance, coupled with the positive analyst reactions, appears to be driving investor enthusiasm and contributing to the stock's continued upward trajectory.