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HNI Corp (HNI) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

HNI Corp stock (HNI) is currently trading at $36.83. HNI Corp PE ratio is 33.18. HNI Corp PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 0.93. Analyst consensus price target for HNI is $72.00. WallStSmart rates HNI as Hold.

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HNI

HNI Corp

NYSECONSUMER CYCLICAL
$36.83
$0.36 (0.99%)
52W$33.72
$52.39
Target$72.00+95.5%

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HNI Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · HNI Corp (HNI)

Margin of Safety
-585.0%
Significantly Overvalued
HNI Fair Value
$7.55
Graham Formula
Current Price
$36.83
$29.28 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $7.55
Overvalued
Price $36.83
Graham IV $7.55
Analyst $72.00

HNI trades 585% above its Graham fair value of $7.55, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

HNI Corp (HNI) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

60
out of 100
Grade: C+
Buy
Investment Rating

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 peg ratio, price/sales, price/book. Concerns around return on equity and operating margin. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

HNI Corp (HNI) Key Strengths (6)

Avg Score: 9.2/10
PEG RatioValuation
0.4210/10

Growing significantly faster than its price suggests

Price/SalesValuation
0.9310/10

Paying less than $1 for every $1 of annual revenue

Revenue GrowthGrowth
38.30%10/10

Revenue surging 38.30% year-over-year

Institutional Own.Quality
83.06%10/10

83.06% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Price/BookValuation
1.328/10

Trading at 1.32x book value, attractively priced

Market CapQuality
$2.62B7/10

Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability

Supporting Valuation Data

Forward P/E
8.34
Attractive
Price/Sales (TTM)
0.925
Undervalued
EV/Revenue
1.339
Undervalued
HNI Target Price
$72
58% Upside

HNI Corp (HNI) Areas to Watch (4)

Avg Score: 1.3/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
-10.20%0/10

Earnings declining -10.20%, profits shrinking

Return on EquityProfitability
4.05%1/10

Very low returns on shareholder equity

Operating MarginProfitability
7.26%2/10

Very thin margins with limited operational efficiency

Profit MarginProfitability
1.91%2/10

Very thin margins, barely profitable

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
33.18
Expensive
Trailing P/E
33.18
Expensive

HNI Corp (HNI) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 60/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 6 register as strengths (avg 9.2/10) while 4 fall into concern territory (avg 1.3/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Sales, Revenue Growth. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.42), Price/Sales (0.93), Price/Book (1.32) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 38.30%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Growth concerns include EPS Growth at -10.20%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 4.05%, Operating Margin at 7.26%, Profit Margin at 1.91%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 4.05% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 38.30% strong but requiring continuation.

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 (PEG Ratio, Price/Sales) and negatives (EPS Growth, Return on Equity). 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.

HNI Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

HNI's Price-to-Sales ratio of 0.93x trades 20% below its historical average of 1.16x (18th percentile). The current valuation is 48% below its historical high of 1.78x set in Dec 2014, and 230% above its historical low of 0.28x in Feb 2009. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~1.1x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for HNI Corp (HNI) · CONSUMER CYCLICALFURNISHINGS, FIXTURES & APPLIANCES

The Big Picture

HNI Corp is in a high-growth phase, prioritizing rapid expansion over margins. Revenue reached 2.8B with 38% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 1.9%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.

Key Findings

Strong Revenue Growth

Revenue growing at 38% YoY, reaching 2.8B. This pace significantly outperforms most FURNISHINGS, FIXTURES & APPLIANCES peers.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 61M in free cash flow and 77M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

Low Return on Equity

ROE of 4.0% suggests the company isn't efficiently converting equity into profits.

Thin Margins Despite Growth

Profit margin at 1.9% is thin. While this is common for high-growth companies, margins need to expand as growth naturally decelerates.

What to Watch Next

Margin expansion: can HNI Corp push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?

Growth sustainability: can HNI Corp maintain 38%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?

Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 3.7%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.

Sector dynamics: monitor FURNISHINGS, FIXTURES & APPLIANCES industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact HNI Corp.

Bottom Line

HNI Corp is a high-conviction growth story with revenue accelerating at 38% while profitability is still developing. For growth-oriented investors, the trajectory is compelling. For value investors, the thin 1.9% margins and premium valuation suggest patience until the unit economics mature further.

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 HNI Corp(HNI)

Exchange

NYSE

Sector

CONSUMER CYCLICAL

Industry

FURNISHINGS, FIXTURES & APPLIA...

Country

USA

HNI Corporation manufactures and sells workplace furniture and residential construction products in the United States, Canada, China, Hong Kong, India, Mexico, Dubai, Taiwan, and Singapore. The company is headquartered in Muscatine, Iowa.