HQI Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$14.16
-4.37 (-23.58%)
▼
5d:
-19.5%
30d:
-19.09%
90d:
-12.32%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
WAIT
LOW Confidence (52%)
Quality Score
49/100
Position
OVERSOLD
30-Day Fair Range
$16.34 – $18.26
Position: OVERSOLD
Forward P/E & Valuation
18.2x
CHEAP
vs 20.3x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$20.50
+44.8% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$12.50 / $19.17
Trend: Strong Uptrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: HQI is down 19.5% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.
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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
$19.92
Based on 4.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$12.37
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 20.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HQI is currently trading at $14.16, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $16.34 to $18.26. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 18.1) compared to its historical average (20.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.7% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 156.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HQI is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $12.50, while resistance sits at $19.16. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 23.6% recently.
Market Sentiment: HQI scores 33/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $20.50 (+44.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HQI is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $12.50, while resistance sits at $19.16. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 23.6% recently.
Market Sentiment: HQI scores 33/100 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. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $20.50 (+44.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$16.34 -
$18.26
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
52.4%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$16.34 -
$18.26
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support Level
$12.50
Resistance Level
$19.17
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Nov 13, 2026
Quantitative Signal Breakdown
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (33/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-23.6%)
- BULLISH: Trading 44.8% below Wall St target ($20.50)
- WARNING: Composite score 49/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
18.15
Wall Street Target
$20.50
(+44.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
156.8%
Profit Margin
27.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
18.2 vs 20.3
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$13.64
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$13.13
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$12.65
(-11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18→20)
$14.14
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 5.4%)
$18.14
(+28%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 18.2, Growth: 5.4%)
$16.58
(+17%)
Bear:
(PE: 15.4, Growth: 5.4%)
$14.10
(-1%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (31x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (18x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 30.88 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.60
Bull Case
$26.50
(+87%)
Analyst growth 30.0%, PE expands to 34.0
Base Case
$24.09
(+70%)
Market implied 30.0%, PE stable at 30.9
Bear Case
$12.60
(-11%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 26.3
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 18.2 to 20.3
Stabilization Target:
$15.83
(+11.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+11.8%
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