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Horace Mann Educators (HMN) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

$52.78
-0.59 (-1.11%) ▼
5d: -0.73% 30d: +15.37% 90d: +0.59%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
WAIT
LOW Confidence (19%)
Quality Score
26/100
Position
EXTENDED
30-Day Fair Range
$44.90 – $50.73
Position: EXTENDED
Forward P/E & Valuation
9.8x FAIR
vs 9.2x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$56.50
+7.0% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$43.56 / $54.24
Trend: Strong Downtrend
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$59.46
Based on 3.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$36.92
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 9.2x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: HMN is currently trading at $52.78, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $44.90 to $50.73. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.8) is in line with its historical norms (9.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.1% annual earnings growth. This is a high bar to clear, indicating the stock may be priced for perfection.

Technical Outlook: Technically, HMN is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $54.24. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.

Market Sentiment: HMN scores 0/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range $44.90 - $50.73
Company Quality Score 26/100 (SELL)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 19.0%

Trading Range & Key Levels

30-Day Trading Range $44.90 - $50.73
Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED
Support Level $43.56
Resistance Level $54.24
Current Trend Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of Nov 12, 2026

Quantitative Signal Breakdown

  • BEARISH: Price extended above range
  • BEARISH: Weak technical setup (0/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($56.50)
  • BEARISH: Market expects 2.1% growth - appears too optimistic based on history
  • WARNING: Composite score 26/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 9.84
Wall Street Target $56.50 (+7.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 0.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY) 0.7%
Profit Margin 10.2%
Valuation Premium vs History +2.1% premium
PE vs Historical 9.8 vs 9.2 FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): +2.1% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $53.89 (+2%)
2-Year Target $55.02 (+4%)
3-Year Target $56.18 (+6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 10→9) PE COMPRESSION $52.52 (-1%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 19.9, Growth: 3.6%) $118.45 (+124%)
Base: (SPY PE: 9.8, Growth: 3.6%) $58.70 (+11%)
Bear: (PE: 8.4, Growth: 3.6%) $49.89 (-6%)
📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (13x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 12.50 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.27
Bull Case $73.74 (+40%)
Analyst growth 25.6%, PE expands to 13.8
Base Case $67.03 (+27%)
Market implied 25.6%, PE stable at 12.5
Bear Case $36.29 (-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 10.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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