HPQ
NEUTRAL
$19.76
Live
HP Inc. · NYSE
Target $19.43
(-1.7%)
$17.56
52W Range
$29.55
At a glance
Key valuation, profitability, growth, and risk metrics.
Updated Apr 28, 2026
Market cap
$18.14B
P/E
7.48
ROE
N/A
Profit margin
4.5%
Debt/Equity
N/A
Dividend yield
6.07%
AI Analysis
AI-powered fundamental assessment
Confidence
85%
HPQ presents as a classic value trap, characterized by a Piotroski F-Score of 4/9, indicating stable but mediocre financial health. While the valuation is superficially attractive with a P/E of 7.48 and a strong 6.07% dividend yield, the balance sheet is highly concerning, evidenced by a negative Price/Book ratio (-23.66) and poor liquidity (Current Ratio 0.76). The stock is currently trading at a slight premium to its growth-based intrinsic value of $18.48. Bearish insider activity and a 0/100 technical trend further suggest a lack of conviction in near-term growth.
Key Strengths
Very low P/E ratio (7.48) relative to sector
Attractive dividend yield of 6.07%
Sustainable dividend payout ratio (44.25%)
Positive year-over-year revenue growth (6.90%)
Consistent history of meeting or beating earnings estimates
Key Risks
Negative shareholders' equity (indicated by P/B of -23.66)
Liquidity risk with a Quick Ratio of 0.40
Negative earnings growth (-1.70% YoY)
Strong bearish insider selling pattern including the CEO
Severe long-term price erosion (5Y Change: -31.1%)
AI Fair Value Estimate
Based on comprehensive analysis
$18.48
-6.5% below current price
Performance Snowflake
Multi-dimensional analysis across 5 key categories
Overall
51
Moderate
65
40
30
35
85
AI Verdict
Value Trap
Key drivers: Negative equity, Low P/E, High Dividend, Bearish Technicals
Confidence
90%
Value
65/100
P/E is very low, but negative book value makes traditional valuation metrics unreliable.
Positives
- Low P/E (7.48)
- Low Price/Sales (0.32)
Watchpoints
- Negative Price/Book ratio
- Trading above intrinsic value
Future
40/100
Growth is stagnant to negative in terms of earnings.
Positives
- Modest revenue growth (6.9%)
Watchpoints
- Negative earnings growth
- PEG ratio (1.71) suggests overvaluation relative to growth
Past
30/100
Long-term price performance is consistently bearish.
Positives
- Consistent earnings beats
Watchpoints
- Negative 1Y, 3Y, and 5Y price returns
Health
35/100
Piotroski score is mediocre; liquidity ratios indicate potential short-term stress.
Positives
- Piotroski F-Score of 4/9 (Stable)
Watchpoints
- Current Ratio < 1.0
- Quick Ratio < 0.5
- Negative Equity
Dividend
85/100
Dividend is the strongest fundamental attribute of the stock.
Positives
- High yield (6.07%)
- Conservative payout ratio (44.25%)
Watchpoints
- Dividend strength is the primary support for the stock price
Stock Price & Analyst Targets
Real-time price movements and analyst price targets
Current Price
$19.76
Analyst Target
$19.43
Upside/Downside
-1.7%
Multi-Horizon Performance vs Peers
Price momentum across 5Y → 1W horizons for HPQ and closest competitors.
Updated 2026-04-27
| Company | 5Y | 3Y | 1Y | 6M | 1M | 1W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
HPQ
HP Inc.
Primary
|
-31.1% | -25.1% | -18.2% | -27.2% | +1.6% | +0.9% |
|
TEAM
Atlassian Corporation
Peer
|
-69.4% | -60.1% | -67.8% | -57.3% | -7.5% | +0.1% |
|
MKSI
MKS Inc.
Peer
|
+52.8% | +239.1% | +301.8% | +105.9% | +28.0% | +15.3% |
|
FTV
Fortive Corporation
Peer
|
+12.4% | +25.7% | +18.2% | +23.8% | +11.5% | +0.9% |
|
SMCI
Super Micro Computer, Inc.
Peer
|
+640.7% | +146.5% | -9.4% | -45.3% | -5.9% | +13.1% |
HPQ
HP Inc.
Primary
5Y
-31.1%
3Y
-25.1%
1Y
-18.2%
6M
-27.2%
1M
+1.6%
1W
+0.9%
TEA
Atlassian Corporation
Peer
5Y
-69.4%
3Y
-60.1%
1Y
-67.8%
6M
-57.3%
1M
-7.5%
1W
+0.1%
MKS
MKS Inc.
Peer
5Y
+52.8%
3Y
+239.1%
1Y
+301.8%
6M
+105.9%
1M
+28.0%
1W
+15.3%
FTV
Fortive Corporation
Peer
5Y
+12.4%
3Y
+25.7%
1Y
+18.2%
6M
+23.8%
1M
+11.5%
1W
+0.9%
SMC
Super Micro Computer, Inc.
Peer
5Y
+640.7%
3Y
+146.5%
1Y
-9.4%
6M
-45.3%
1M
-5.9%
1W
+13.1%
Positive values indicate cumulative gains over the specified period. Comparables pulled from the same sector to highlight whether momentum is stock-specific or industry-wide.
Historical Performance Trends
Long-term financial metrics and growth patterns
Revenue & Net Income
Profit & Operating Margins
Return on Equity (ROE)
Quarterly Revenue Growth
Historical data shows last 12 quarters (3 years)
Valuation Metrics
Key valuation ratios and pricing indicators
P/E Ratio
7.48
Forward P/E
6.64
PEG Ratio
1.71
P/B Ratio
-23.66
P/S Ratio
0.32
EV/Revenue
0.46
EV/EBITDA
5.8
Market Cap
$18.14B
Profitability
Profit margins and return metrics
Profit Margin
4.46%
Operating Margin
6.19%
Gross Margin
20.25%
ROE
N/A
ROA
5.62%
Growth
Revenue and earnings growth rates
Revenue Growth
+6.9%
Earnings Growth
-1.7%
Q/Q Revenue Growth
+6.92%
Q/Q Earnings Growth
-3.5%
Financial Health
Balance sheet strength and liquidity metrics
Debt/Equity
N/A
Current Ratio
0.76
Weak
Quick Ratio
0.4
Poor
Cash/Share
$3.45
Financial Statement Flow
Interactive flow visualization showing how money moves through the company Q1 2026
Revenue
$14.4B
Gross Margin
19.6%
Op. Margin
6.1%
Net Margin
3.8%
Total Assets
$41.5B
Liabilities
$42.3B
Equity
$-0.8B
Debt/Equity
-55.22x
Operating CF
$0.4B
CapEx
$-0.2B
Free Cash Flow
$0.1B
FCF Yield
39%
Quarterly Earnings History
EPS performance vs analyst estimates
2026-05-27
$N/A
2026-02-24
$0.81
+5.6% surprise
2025-11-25
$0.93
+0.8% surprise
2025-08-27
$0.75
-0.0% surprise
Technology Sector Comparison
Comparing HPQ against 565 companies in the Technology sector
(45 bullish, 197 neutral, 323 bearish)
P/E Ratio
7.48
This Stock
vs
82.88
Sector Avg
-91.0%
(Discount)
Profit Margin
4.46%
This Stock
vs
-11.75%
Sector Avg
-138.0%
(Weaker)
Revenue Growth
6.9%
This Stock
vs
4383.21%
Sector Avg
-99.8%
(Slower)
Current Ratio
0.76
This Stock
vs
3.59
Sector Avg
-78.8%
(Weaker)
Similar Companies
Peer comparison within the same industry
| Company | AI Rating | Market Cap | P/E | ROE | Profit Margin | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
HPQ
HP Inc.
|
NEUTRAL | $18.14B | 7.48 | -% | 4.5% | $19.76 | |
|
TEAM
Atlassian Corporation
|
BEARISH | $18.0B | - | -13.5% | -3.3% | $68.25 | Compare |
|
MKSI
MKS Inc.
|
NEUTRAL | $18.39B | 62.51 | 11.7% | 7.5% | $273.18 | Compare |
|
FTV
Fortive Corporation
|
BEARISH | $18.81B | 38.42 | 6.4% | 13.9% | $61.09 | Compare |
|
SMCI
Super Micro Computer, Inc.
|
BEARISH | $17.15B | 20.85 | 13.2% | 3.1% | $28.56 | Compare |
HPQ
HP Inc.
NEUTRAL
Mkt Cap
$18.1B
P/E
7.5
ROE
-%
Price
$19.76
Recent Insider Trading
Insider buy and sell transactions from the last 6 months
| Date | Insider | Position | Transaction | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-16 | FRANCISCO MA. FATIMA | Director | Stock Award | 12,176 | - |
| 2026-04-16 | PETTITI GIANLUCA | Director | Stock Award | 12,176 | - |
| 2026-04-16 | MISCIK JUDITH A | Director | Stock Award | 12,176 | - |
| 2026-04-01 | BERGH CHARLES V | Director | Stock Award | 9,881 | - |
| 2026-03-25 | BERGH CHARLES V | Director | Option Exercise | 48,544 | $555,829 |
| 2026-03-11 | CITRINO MARY ANNE | Director | Sale | 45,172 | $834,327 |
| 2026-03-11 | CITRINO MARY ANNE | Director | Option Exercise | 72,816 | $833,743 |
| 2026-02-03 | PATEL KETAN MAGANLAL | Officer | Stock Award | 1,119 | - |
| 2025-12-26 | PATEL KETAN MAGANLAL | Officer | Sale | 33,321 | $772,714 |
| 2025-12-10 | FRANCISCO MA. FATIMA | Director | Gift | 13,880 | - |
| 2025-12-09 | OLSON ANNELIESE | Officer | Sale | 16,726 | $415,307 |
| 2025-12-05 | MCQUARRIE DAVID P | Officer | Stock Award | 57,814 | - |
| 2025-12-05 | OLSON ANNELIESE | Officer | Stock Award | 31,085 | - |
| 2025-12-05 | PATEL KETAN MAGANLAL | Officer | Stock Award | 41,590 | - |
| 2025-12-05 | LORES ENRIQUE J | Chief Executive Officer | Stock Award | 189,200 | - |
FRANCISCO MA. FATIMA
Director
2026-04-16
12,176 shares
PETTITI GIANLUCA
Director
2026-04-16
12,176 shares
MISCIK JUDITH A
Director
2026-04-16
12,176 shares
BERGH CHARLES V
Director
2026-04-01
9,881 shares
BERGH CHARLES V
Director
2026-03-25
48,544 shares
·
$555,829
CITRINO MARY ANNE
Director
2026-03-11
45,172 shares
·
$834,327
CITRINO MARY ANNE
Director
2026-03-11
72,816 shares
·
$833,743
PATEL KETAN MAGANLAL
Officer
2026-02-03
1,119 shares
PATEL KETAN MAGANLAL
Officer
2025-12-26
33,321 shares
·
$772,714
FRANCISCO MA. FATIMA
Director
2025-12-10
13,880 shares
OLSON ANNELIESE
Officer
2025-12-09
16,726 shares
·
$415,307
MCQUARRIE DAVID P
Officer
2025-12-05
57,814 shares
OLSON ANNELIESE
Officer
2025-12-05
31,085 shares
PATEL KETAN MAGANLAL
Officer
2025-12-05
41,590 shares
LORES ENRIQUE J
Chief Executive Officer
2025-12-05
189,200 shares
Insider transactions can signal confidence or concerns about company prospects
Wall Street Analysts
Professional analyst ratings and price targets
Consensus
HOLD
16 analysts
Goldman Sachs
2026-02-25
Sell
Sell
Barclays
2026-02-25
Underweight
Underweight
Morgan Stanley
2026-02-25
Underweight
Underweight
Wells Fargo
2026-02-25
Underweight
Underweight
Evercore ISI Group
2026-02-25
In-Line
In-Line
UBS
2026-02-19
Neutral
Neutral
Evercore ISI Group
2026-02-19
In-Line
In-Line
Citigroup
2026-02-17
Neutral
Neutral
B of A Securities
2026-02-03
Neutral
Underperform
Citigroup
2026-01-20
Neutral
Neutral
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