HOPE Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HOPE - Hope Bancorp, Inc.
$13.21
0.25 (1.93%)
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5d:
+1.46%
30d:
+6.1%
90d:
+19.55%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: HOPE shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.1% decline. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: HOPE shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.1% decline. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$26.53
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$16.47
19.8% 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 8.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HOPE is currently trading at $13.21, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $12.14 to $12.85. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 8.2) is in line with its historical norms (8.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.1% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 35.3% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HOPE is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $13.09. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: HOPE has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HOPE is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $13.09. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: HOPE has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$12.14 -
$12.85
Company Quality Score
64/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
71.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($14.38)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$12.14 -
$12.85
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$12.13
Resistance Level
$13.09
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.24
Wall Street Target
$14.38
(+8.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
18.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
35.3%
Profit Margin
14.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.2 vs 8.5
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$13.06
(-1%)
2-Year Target
$12.92
(-2%)
3-Year Target
$12.78
(-3%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8→9)
$13.18
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 44.7%)
$105.74
(+700%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.2, Growth: 44.7%)
$40.02
(+203%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.0, Growth: 44.7%)
$34.02
(+158%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (24x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (8x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 23.63 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.55
Bull Case
$28.59
(+116%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 26.0
Base Case
$25.99
(+97%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 23.6
Bear Case
$8.84
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 20.1
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 8.2 to 8.5
Stabilization Target:
$13.62
(+3.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+3.1%
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Last updated: June 23, 2026 7:32 PM ET
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0
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Sells
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