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Knightscope Inc (KSCP)
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Financials

Company Info

ISIN
US49907V1026
IPO Date
Jan 27, 2022

Highlights

EPS (TTM)
-$3.55
Total Revenue (TTM)
$11.61M
Gross Profit (TTM)
-$4.35M
EBITDA (TTM)
-$26.75M
Year Range
$2.45 - $10.14
Target Price
$20.00
ROA (TTM)
-72.06%
ROE (TTM)
-107.08%

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Knightscope Inc

Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Knightscope Inc, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.


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S&P 500 Index

Returns By Period

Knightscope Inc (KSCP) has returned 12.40% so far this year and 47.87% over the past 12 months.


Knightscope Inc

1D
22.83%
1M
5.04%
YTD
12.40%
6M
-27.73%
1Y
47.87%
3Y*
-54.59%
5Y*
10Y*

Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)

1D
2.91%
1M
-5.09%
YTD
-4.63%
6M
-2.39%
1Y
16.33%
3Y*
16.69%
5Y*
10.18%
10Y*
12.16%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Monthly Returns

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jan 27, 2022, KSCP's average daily return is -0.04%, while the average monthly return is +0.93%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 6.2 years.

Historically, 25% of months were positive and 75% were negative. The best month was Jan 2022 with a return of +262.1%, while the worst month was Feb 2022 at -68.6%. The longest winning streak lasted 2 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 10 months.

On a daily basis, KSCP closed higher 42% of trading days. The best single day was Jan 28, 2022 with a return of +175.6%, while the worst single day was Feb 1, 2022 at -41.9%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026-7.82%16.08%5.04%12.40%
2025-16.72%-40.06%-55.24%76.95%11.82%-11.47%20.45%1.51%-4.47%-11.27%-5.27%-23.51%-70.60%
2024-3.67%-9.78%-4.12%-12.00%-35.20%7.65%-21.96%6.89%-42.50%149.86%-2.18%-29.85%-57.93%
2023-15.87%-30.82%-19.01%-31.14%-37.82%39.16%169.35%-23.08%-27.92%-16.57%-3.25%-6.25%-68.25%
2022262.10%-68.60%-25.00%-20.44%-17.71%-9.09%-0.00%-12.67%-7.63%38.84%-35.12%-13.30%-68.02%

Benchmark Metrics

Knightscope Inc has an annualized alpha of -25.93%, beta of 1.74, and R² of 0.04 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since January 28, 2022.

  • This stock participated in 233.11% of S&P 500 Index downside but only -52.46% of its upside — more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
  • R² of 0.04 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index — capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.

Alpha
-25.93%
Beta
1.74
0.04
Upside Capture
-52.46%
Downside Capture
233.11%

Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

KSCP ranks 58 for risk / return — on par with similar stocks. You're getting a typical balance of risk and reward. Not a standout, but not a red flag either — a reasonable choice if other factors align with your goals.


KSCP Risk / Return Rank: 5858
Overall Rank
KSCP Sharpe Ratio Rank: 5656
Sharpe Ratio Rank
KSCP Sortino Ratio Rank: 6767
Sortino Ratio Rank
KSCP Omega Ratio Rank: 6363
Omega Ratio Rank
KSCP Calmar Ratio Rank: 5454
Calmar Ratio Rank
KSCP Martin Ratio Rank: 5151
Martin Ratio Rank
The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

Return / Risk — by metrics

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Knightscope Inc (KSCP) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).


KSCPBenchmarkDifference

Sharpe ratio

Return per unit of total volatility

0.43

0.90

-0.47

Sortino ratio

Return per unit of downside risk

1.49

1.39

+0.11

Omega ratio

Gain probability vs. loss probability

1.18

1.21

-0.03

Calmar ratio

Return relative to maximum drawdown

0.59

1.40

-0.81

Martin ratio

Return relative to average drawdown

0.96

6.61

-5.65

Explore KSCP risk-adjusted metrics in detail

Dive deeper into individual metrics with historical trends, benchmark comparisons, and performance across different time periods.

Dividends

Dividend History


Knightscope Inc doesn't pay dividends

Drawdowns

Drawdowns Chart

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.


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Worst Drawdowns

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Knightscope Inc. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the Knightscope Inc was 99.76%, occurring on Apr 8, 2025. The portfolio has not yet recovered.

The current Knightscope Inc drawdown is 99.61%.


Depth

Start

To Bottom

Bottom

To Recover

End

Total

-99.76%Feb 1, 2022799Apr 8, 2025

Volatility

Volatility Chart

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.


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Financials

Financial Performance

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Knightscope Inc over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.


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Valuation

The Valuation section provides an overview of how Knightscope Inc is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Security & Protection Services industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.


PS Ratio

This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for KSCP relative to other companies in the Security & Protection Services industry. Currently, KSCP has a P/S ratio of 3.0. This P/S ratio is high relative to other companies in the industry. It could mean the stock is overvalued, or that investors expect strong future growth and profitability.

Income Statement



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Earnings From Continuing Operations

Net Income

Income Tax Expense

Other Non-Operating Income (Expenses)

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Effect Of Accounting Charges

Non Recurring

Minority Interest

Other Items

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Interest Expense

Net Interest Income

Values in undefined except per share items