KeyCorp Stock Surges 13%, With A 7-Day Winning Spree
KeyCorp (KEY) stock hit day 7 of a continuous streak of days with gains, with cumulative gains over this period amounting to a 13% return. The company has gained about $2.4 Bil in value over the last 7 days, with its current market capitalization at about $21 Bil. The stock remains 26.5% above its value at the end of 2024. This compares with year-to-date returns of 17.3% for the S&P 500.
KeyCorp’s recent streak reflects strategic clarity, as the regional lender committed to substantial share buybacks and eschewed acquisitions, aligning with activist investor demands. This capital return focus, coupled with robust 2025 revenue growth projections and a broader tailwind for the regional banking sector amid anticipated rate cuts, fueled investor confidence.
What is the point? Momentum often precedes conviction. A multi-day win streak can signal growing investor confidence or spark follow-on buying. Tracking such trends can help you ride the strength, or prepare for a well-timed entry if momentum fades. Our take: There is a near-equal mix of good and bad in KEY stock given its overall Moderate operating performance and financial condition. Hence, despite its Moderate valuation, this makes the stock look Risky (see Buy or Sell KEY).
For quick background, KEY operates as a holding company offering consumer and commercial banking services through a network of nearly 1,000 branches and over 1,300 ATMs across 15 states.
Comparing KEY Stock Returns With The S&P 500
The following table summarizes the return for KEY stock vs. the S&P 500 index over different periods, including the current streak:
| Return Period | KEY | S&P 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1D | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| 7D (Current Streak) | 13.2% | 1.0% |
| 1M (21D) | 15.7% | 0.8% |
| 3M (63D) | 9.8% | 4.8% |
| YTD 2025 | 26.5% | 17.3% |
| 2024 | 25.3% | 23.3% |
| 2023 | -11.5% | 24.2% |
| 2022 | -21.7% | -19.4% |
However, big gains can follow sharp reversals – but how has KEY behaved after prior drops? See KEY Dip Buyer Analysis to learn more.
Gains and Losses Streaks: S&P 500 Constituents
There are currently 116 S&P constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive gains and 20 constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive losses.
| Consecutive Days | # of Gainers | # of Losers |
|---|---|---|
| 3D | 73 | 5 |
| 4D | 12 | 8 |
| 5D | 9 | 3 |
| 6D | 1 | 1 |
| 7D or more | 21 | 3 |
| Total >=3 D | 116 | 20 |
Key Financials for KeyCorp (KEY)
Last 2 Fiscal Years:
| Metric | FY2023 | FY2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $6.2 Bil | $4.4 Bil |
| EBT | $1.2 Bil | $-306.0 Mil |
| Net Income | $967.0 Mil | $-161.0 Mil |
Last 2 Fiscal Quarters:
| Metric | 2025 FQ2 | 2025 FQ3 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $1.8 Bil | $1.8 Bil |
| EBT | $539.0 Mil | $602.0 Mil |
| Net Income | $425.0 Mil | $489.0 Mil |
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