Helix Energy Solutions Group (HLX) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HLX - Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc.
$10.60
0.30 (2.91%)
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5d:
+6.0%
30d:
+14.47%
90d:
+9.05%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: HLX is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 1.0% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: HLX is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 1.0% expected growth, valuation appears fair. 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
$20.07
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$12.46
15.0% 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 19.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HLX is currently trading at $10.60, which is considered fair based on recent price action. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 19.5) is in line with its historical norms (19.0). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.0% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HLX is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $10.72. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 45/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $12.25 (+15.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HLX is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $10.72. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 45/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $12.25 (+15.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Company Quality Score
42/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
UNKNOWN
Confidence Score
68.6%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($12.25)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 1.0% growth with 20.8% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 42/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$9.65
Resistance Level
$10.73
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Sep 1, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
19.54
Wall Street Target
$12.25
(+15.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
20.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-56.9%
Profit Margin
2.9%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.0% premium
PE vs Historical
19.5 vs 19.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$10.71
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$10.81
(+2%)
3-Year Target
$10.92
(+3%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 20â19)
PE COMPRESSION
$10.62
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 93.7%)
$36.80
(+247%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.5, Growth: 93.7%)
$35.77
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.6, Growth: 93.7%)
$30.41
(+187%)
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