Hope Bancorp (HOPE) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HOPE - Hope Bancorp, Inc.
$13.94
-0.01 (-0.07%)
▼
5d:
-0.43%
30d:
-2.52%
90d:
+7.15%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 27, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: HOPE shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.0% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: HOPE shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 1.0% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$26.42
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$16.40
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 8.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HOPE is currently trading at $13.94, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $13.84 to $14.24. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 8.8) is in line with its historical norms (8.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.0% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HOPE is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $13.60. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: HOPE scores 60/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $15.50 (+11.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HOPE is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $13.60. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: HOPE scores 60/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $15.50 (+11.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$13.84 -
$14.24
Company Quality Score
65/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
81.9%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($15.50)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.0% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 60/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$13.84 -
$14.24
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$13.60
Resistance Level
$14.22
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.84
Wall Street Target
$15.50
(+11.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
71.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
35.3%
Profit Margin
23.9%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.0% premium
PE vs Historical
8.8 vs 8.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.0%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$14.08
(+1%)
2-Year Target
$14.22
(+2%)
3-Year Target
$14.36
(+3%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→9)
PE COMPRESSION
$13.98
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 39.3%)
$85.99
(+517%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.8, Growth: 39.3%)
$37.68
(+170%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.5, Growth: 39.3%)
$32.02
(+130%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (14x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 13.68 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.02
Bull Case
$23.73
(+70%)
Analyst growth 54.7%, PE expands to 15.0
Base Case
$21.57
(+55%)
Market implied 54.7%, PE stable at 13.7
Bear Case
$9.49
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 11.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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