Kyivstar Group Ltd. (KYIV) Stock Price & Analysis
Kyivstar Group Ltd. (KYIV) closed at USD 13.33 on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, up 0.98% on the day. The US market is currently closed (after-hours); this is not a live price.
The prior close was USD 13.2; the Oct 28, 2026 session ranged USD 12.9–13.36 on volume of 436,033 shares. Market capitalization is $3.08B, with a 52-week range of USD 9.29–16.55 (NMS). Source: Nexqual, retrieved October 28, 2026 at 23:31 UTC.
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Key facts (KYIV)
- Analysts: Buy (mean 2.00 on a 1–5 scale) (8 analysts), mean target USD 18.76 (range 14.73–25.71).
- Total return with dividends: 1Y -2.0% vs S&P 500 +13.6%; 5Y +33.7% vs S&P 500 +79.8%.
- Next earnings: 2026-11-06, EPS estimate USD 15.69, revenue estimate $334M.
Analysts (KYIV)
Consensus Buy (mean 2.00 on a 1–5 scale), 8 analysts; mean target USD 18.76 (low 14.73, high 25.71).
Total return (dividends reinvested) (KYIV)
| 1Y (from 2025-10-29) | 5Y (from 2024-12-02) | |
|---|---|---|
| Total return | -2.0% | +33.7% |
| S&P 500 (SPY) | +13.6% | +79.8% |
| Per year | -2.0% | +16.5% |
| Volatility (annualized) | 49.1% | 39.8% |
| Max drawdown | -38.2% (Dec 2025→Mar 2026) | -33.0% (Dec 2025→Mar 2026) |
KYIV earnings history and stock reaction
| Results filed | Quarter | EPS | Consensus | Surprise | Stock reaction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Quarter ended Jun 30, 2026 | $14.55 | $15.55 | Miss −6.4% | — |
| — | Quarter ended Mar 31, 2026 | $15.61 | $14.52 | Beat +7.5% | — |
| — | Quarter ended Dec 31, 2025 | $16.35 | $13.57 | Beat +20.5% | — |
| — | Quarter ended Sep 30, 2025 | $13.87 | $14.39 | Miss −3.6% | — |
EPS as reported against the analyst consensus before the release; surprise uses the cent-rounded figures shown (in dollars when EPS and consensus have opposite signs). Stock reaction = close before the results to close after (the first close following a release after the bell or before the open).
KYIV recent SEC filings (last 120 days)
| Filed | Form | What it says |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2026 | 6-K | Current report (foreign issuer) · period ended Oct 27, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | 6-K | Current report (foreign issuer) · period ended Jun 30, 2026 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | 6-K | Current report (foreign issuer) · period ended Jul 31, 2026 |
Source: SEC EDGAR. Quotes are the opening words of each item as filed; each form links to the filing. Insider Form 4 filings are listed in the insider sections.
KYIV suppliers, customers and competitors (named in its 20-F)
| Relationship | Company | Sentence in the filing |
|---|---|---|
| Supplier | Huawei | “For example, we currently purchase the majority of our network-related equipment from several suppliers, such as FiberHome, Vision and Huawei and on November 24, 2025, JSC Kyivstar launched Starlink Direct to Cell Satellite Connectivity in Ukraine.” |
| Partner | SpaceX | “In November 2025, Kyivstar became the first mobile operator in Europe to launch Direct-to-Cell satellite connectivity through Kyivstar's and VEON's partnership with Starlink, a division of SpaceX.” |
| Partner | PLUS TV | “In our digital services business, we provide (i) digital TV content on the Kyivstar TV platform in partnership with PLUS TV LLC, (ii) digital health services through Helsi, (iii) a suite of self-service options through our self-service app, MyKyivstar, (iv) big data and technology services via our technology company, Kyivstar.Tech and (v) ride-hailing and delivery through Uklon.” |
| Partner | Alphabet (Google) (GOOGL) | “In December 2025, in collaboration with the WINWIN AI Centre of Excellence Google's Gemma was selected as the base model for the LLM training.” |
| Partner | Helsi Ukraine | “As of December 31, 2024, we held symmetrical call and put options issued under an option agreement with non-controlling shareholders of Helsi Ukraine dated August 9, 2022.” |
| Partner | Kyivstar and | “Security deposits and cash collateral consisted of funds held in the account of clearing companies acting as an intermediary between Kyivstar and roaming and interconnect partners, amounting to US$119 (2024: US$64).” |
| Related party | VEON Ltd. (VEON) | “The decrease in working capital was primarily attributable to a reduction of current assets, including related party receivables resulting from the restructuring of intercompany loans between Kyivstar Holdings (formerly VEON Holdings B.V.) and VEON Amsterdam B.V., which were transferred to VEON entities outside of the Kyivstar Group in connection with the Demerger completed during 2025; reduction in cash and cash …” |
| Related party | VEON Amsterdam | “The decrease in working capital was primarily attributable to a reduction of current assets, including related party receivables resulting from the restructuring of intercompany loans between Kyivstar Holdings (formerly VEON Holdings B.V.) and VEON Amsterdam B.V., which were transferred to VEON entities outside of the Kyivstar Group in connection with the Demerger completed during 2025; reduction in cash and cash …” |
Quoted from the company's 20-F filed Mar 16, 2026.
Companies that name KYIV in their SEC reports
| Relationship to KYIV | Company | Filing | Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|
| partner | VEON Ltd. (VEON) | 20-F Mar 16, 2026 | “** On August 14, 2025, pursuant to a Business Combination Agreement with Cohen Circle Acquisition Corp. I (the "BCA"), VEON Amsterdam B.V. ("VEON Amsterdam") sold the post‑Demerger VEON Holdings (consisting solely of JSC Kyivstar) to Kyivstar Group Ltd. Upon the closing of the BCA, VEON Amsterdam held a 89.6% stake in Kyivstar Group Ltd., refer Note 11 - Significant transactions of these consolidated financial sta…” |
KYIV analyst estimates and revisions
| Period | EPS estimate | 90 days ago | Change | Revenue estimate | Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current quarter (ends Sep 2026) | $15.69 | $15.67 | +0.2% | $333.7M | 3 |
| Next quarter (ends Dec 2026) | $15.54 | $15.37 | +1.1% | $336.8M | 3 |
| Current fiscal year (ends Dec 2026) | $64.87 | $63.52 | +2.1% | $1.34B | 6 |
| Next fiscal year (ends Dec 2027) | $76.82 | $75.07 | +2.3% | $1.44B | 4 |
KYIV options: expected move
Options price a move of about ±13.7% (±$1.80) by Nov 20, 2026, which includes earnings on Nov 6, 2026.
| Expiration | Days | ATM implied volatility | Expected move |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 20, 2026 | 23 | 64.9% | ±13.7% |
| Dec 18, 2026 | 51 | 52.3% | ±16.0% |
| Mar 19, 2027 | 142 | 54.7% | ±26.8% |
| Jun 17, 2027 | 232 | 40.6% | ±24.7% |
30-day implied volatility 44.2% vs 39.7% realized over the last 30 trading days. Put/call ratio (volume) 0.91. Cboe delayed quotes (15 min). Expected move = at-the-money straddle.
Key Statistics (as of October 28, 2026 at 23:31 UTC)
| Price | USD 13.33 |
|---|---|
| Change | ▲ 0.98% (up) |
| Previous Close | USD 13.2 |
| Open | USD 13.25 |
| Day Range | USD 12.9 – 13.36 |
| 52-Week Range | USD 9.29 – 16.55 |
| Volume | 436,033 shares |
| Market Cap | $3.08B |
| Exchange | NMS |
Technical Analysis (KYIV)
Nexqual's technical model rates KYIV "STRONG BUY" based on 5 bullish and 0 bearish signals across 127 daily candles, as of October 28, 2026 at 23:31 UTC.
| Overall Signal | STRONG BUY |
|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 55.82 (neutral) |
| vs SMA50 | Above (USD 13.06) |
| MACD | 0.08 (positive) |
Analyst Ratings (KYIV)
Wall Street analysts rate KYIV "Buy" based on 8 analysts, with a mean price target of USD 18.76 (range USD 14.73–25.71), per Nexqual as of October 28, 2026 at 23:31 UTC.
| Consensus Rating | Buy |
|---|---|
| Analyst Count | 8 |
| Mean Target | USD 18.76 |
| High Target | USD 25.71 |
| Low Target | USD 14.73 |
| Buy / Hold / Sell | 7 / 1 / 0 |
Earnings (KYIV)
| Next Earnings Date | 2026-11-06 |
|---|---|
| EPS Estimate | USD 15.69 |
| Revenue Estimate | $333.71M |
Recent Earnings History
| Quarter | Actual vs Estimate |
|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | USD 14.55 vs est 15.55 ▼ miss |
| 2026-03-31 | USD 15.61 vs est 14.52 ▲ beat |
| 2025-12-31 | USD 16.35 vs est 13.57 ▲ beat |
| 2025-09-30 | USD 13.87 vs est 14.39 ▼ miss |
Source: Nexqual, October 28, 2026 at 23:31 UTC.
Financials & Fundamentals (KYIV)
| Total Revenue | $1.28B |
|---|---|
| Revenue Growth (latest quarter, YoY) | +19.40% |
| Gross Margin | +88.83% |
| Operating Margin | +36.58% |
| Profit Margin | +12.50% |
| ROE | +12.28% |
| Debt / Equity | 0.39 |
| Current Ratio | 1.26 |
| Total Cash | $495.00M |
| Total Debt | $544.00M |
Source: Nexqual, October 28, 2026 at 23:31 UTC.
Financial Health Score (KYIV)
Nexqual rates Kyivstar Group Ltd.'s overall financial health "Solid" across five dimensions, as of October 28, 2026 at 23:31 UTC.
| Growth | Strong — Revenue +26% YoY (annual) |
|---|---|
| Profitability | Strong — Gross margin 89%, operating 37% (last 12 months) |
| Balance Sheet | Solid — $495M cash vs $544M debt |
| Cash Flow | Solid — Operating cash flow $624M (TTM) |
| Efficiency | Mixed — ROE 12%, ROA 14.1% |
Ownership (KYIV)
| Insider Ownership | +83.72% |
|---|---|
| Institutional Ownership | +12.25% |
| Shares Outstanding | 230.88M |
| Float | 36.19M |
| Short % of Float | +4.93% |
Source: Nexqual, October 28, 2026 at 23:31 UTC.
Leadership (KYIV)
Kyivstar Group Ltd. is led by Oleksandr Komarov, CEO & President, per Nexqual as of October 28, 2026 at 23:31 UTC.
| CEO & President | Oleksandr Komarov |
|---|---|
| Executive Chairman | Muhterem Kaan Terzioglu |
| Chief Financial Officer | Taner Kiziltoprak |
| Group Director of Investor Relations | Cole Victor Akeson |
Major Backers & Investors (KYIV)
Notable institutional backers of Kyivstar Group Ltd. include Pertento Partners LLP, Sona Asset Management (US) LLC, UBS Group AG, according to Nexqual as of October 28, 2026 at 23:31 UTC.
Active Investors
| Investor | Stake |
|---|---|
| Pertento Partners LLP | 2.55% |
| Sona Asset Management (US) LLC | 1.73% |
| UBS Group AG | 0.87% |
| Philosophy Capital Management Llc | 0.75% |
| Vr Advisory Services Ltd | 0.72% |
| Morgan Stanley | 0.62% |
| Global Macro Absolute Return Advantage Portfolio | 0.58% |
| JPMorgan | 0.36% |
Source: Nexqual, October 28, 2026 at 23:31 UTC.
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