HP Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HP - Helmerich & Payne, Inc.
$34.16
-0.41 (-1.19%)
▼
5d:
+1.58%
30d:
+9.14%
90d:
-15.51%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 3, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: HP trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -9.1% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: HP trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -9.1% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$48.87
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$30.34
Trading above historical range
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 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HP is currently trading at $34.16, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $32.22 to $34.61. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 24.5) compared to its historical average (32.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 9.1% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HP is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $32.58, while resistance sits at $36.07.
Market Sentiment: HP has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (29th 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 $40.80 (+19.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HP is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $32.58, while resistance sits at $36.07.
Market Sentiment: HP has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (29th 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 $40.80 (+19.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$32.22 -
$34.61
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
29th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
78.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 29th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($40.80)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$32.22 -
$34.61
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$2.23
(6.5%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$32.58
Resistance Level
$36.07
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 3, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
24.49
Wall Street Target
$40.80
(+19.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-8.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-98.8%
Profit Margin
-9.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-9.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
24.5 vs 32.6
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-9.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$31.05
(-9%)
2-Year Target
$28.23
(-17%)
3-Year Target
$25.66
(-25%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 24→33)
$34.16
(0%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 24.5 to 32.6
Stabilization Target:
$45.48
(+33.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+33.1%
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0
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Sells
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