Houlihan Lokey Inc (HLI) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Houlihan Lokey Inc stock (HLI) is currently trading at $141.88. Houlihan Lokey Inc PE ratio is 21.35. Houlihan Lokey Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 3.66. Analyst consensus price target for HLI is $198.12. WallStSmart rates HLI as Moderate Buy.
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- Houlihan Lokey Inc financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- HLI Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
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HLI Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Houlihan Lokey Inc (HLI)
HLI trades at a significant discount to its Graham intrinsic value of $276.54, offering a 38% margin of safety — a level value investors typically seek before buying.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Houlihan Lokey Inc (HLI) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in return on equity, operating margin, eps growth. Concerns around peg ratio. Overall metrics suggest strong investment potential with favorable risk/reward.
Houlihan Lokey Inc (HLI) Key Strengths (6)
101.12% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Every $100 of equity generates $21 in profit
Strong operational efficiency: $25 kept per $100 revenue
Strong earnings growth at 22.30% per year
Strong profitability: $17 kept per $100 revenue
Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability
Supporting Valuation Data
Houlihan Lokey Inc (HLI) Areas to Watch (4)
Very expensive relative to growth, significant premium
Premium pricing at 4.2x book value
Revenue is fairly priced at 3.66x sales
Solid revenue growth at 13.00% per year
Houlihan Lokey Inc (HLI) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 66/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a B- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 6 register as strengths (avg 8.3/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 4.5/10). All four categories (Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality) show healthy scores, indicating broadly sound fundamentals.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Institutional Own., Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 20.50%, Operating Margin at 24.90%, Profit Margin at 16.90%. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 22.30%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Price/Sales. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (6.54), Price/Sales (3.66), Price/Book (4.23) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 13.00%, which may limit upside.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether PEG Ratio improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 20.50% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 13.00% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. The weight of evidence leans positive, with more strengths than concerns. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Institutional Own., Return on Equity) and negatives (PEG Ratio, Price/Book). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
HLI Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
HLI's Price-to-Sales ratio of 3.66x sits near its historical average of 3.9x (0th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 15% below its historical high of 4.33x set in Mar 2026, and 0% above its historical low of 3.66x in Mar 2026. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~4.3x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Houlihan Lokey Inc (HLI) · FINANCIAL SERVICES › CAPITAL MARKETS
The Big Picture
Houlihan Lokey Inc is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 2.6B with 13% growth year-over-year. Profit margins of 16.9% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.
Key Findings
ROE of 20.5% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Generating 217M in free cash flow and 218M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
What to Watch Next
Sector dynamics: monitor CAPITAL MARKETS industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Houlihan Lokey Inc.
Bottom Line
Houlihan Lokey Inc is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 16.9% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
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About Houlihan Lokey Inc(HLI)
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Houlihan Lokey, Inc., an investment banking firm, provides valuation and financial advisory services, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) globally. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.