Helios Technologies (HLIO) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HLIO - Helios Technologies, Inc.
$67.72
0.08 (0.12%)
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5d:
-1.7%
30d:
-2.27%
90d:
-17.5%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 19, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 02, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: HLIO is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -5.5% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: HLIO is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -5.5% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$119.19
Based on 8.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$74.01
8.5% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 22.4x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HLIO is currently trading at $67.72, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $67.52 to $69.99. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 18.9) compared to its historical average (22.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 94.1% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HLIO is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $66.34. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 47/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $94.67 (+39.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HLIO is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $66.34. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 47/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $94.67 (+39.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$67.52 -
$69.99
Company Quality Score
46/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
83.5%
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- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (47/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 39.8% below Wall St target ($94.67)
- WARNING: Composite score 46/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$67.52 -
$69.99
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
Âą$4.33
(6.4%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$66.34
Resistance Level
$72.36
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 19, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
18.88
Wall Street Target
$94.67
(+39.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
94.1%
Profit Margin
8.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
18.9 vs 22.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$64.00
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$60.48
(-11%)
3-Year Target
$57.15
(-16%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 19â22)
$67.80
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 12.5%)
$101.37
(+50%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 18.9, Growth: 12.5%)
$96.37
(+42%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.0, Growth: 12.5%)
$81.92
(+21%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (32x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (19x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 31.61 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.14
Bull Case
$124.71
(+84%)
Analyst growth 67.6%, PE expands to 34.8
Base Case
$113.37
(+67%)
Market implied 67.6%, PE stable at 31.6
Bear Case
$46.00
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 26.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 18.9 to 22.4
Stabilization Target:
$80.34
(+18.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+18.6%
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Last updated: October 19, 2026 7:12 PM ET
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