HVT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HVT - Haverty Furniture Companies, Inc.
$25.82
1.18 (4.79%)
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5d:
+2.38%
30d:
+3.4%
90d:
+18.77%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: HVT shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: HVT shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$48.33
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$30.01
14.0% 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 9.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HVT is currently trading at $25.82, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $24.90 to $25.75. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 9.5) is in line with its historical norms (9.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 13.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HVT is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $26.25. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $29.50 (+19.7%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HVT is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $26.25. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.8% recently.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $29.50 (+19.7%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$24.90 -
$25.75
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
53.3%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.8%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($29.50)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$24.90 -
$25.75
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$24.12
Resistance Level
$26.25
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 3, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.53
Wall Street Target
$29.50
(+19.7%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
13.0%
Profit Margin
2.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.5 vs 9.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$24.59
(0%)
2-Year Target
$24.54
(0%)
3-Year Target
$24.49
(-1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→10)
$24.67
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: 60.1%)
$180.86
(+634%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.5, Growth: 60.1%)
$83.16
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.1, Growth: 60.1%)
$70.69
(+187%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (21x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 21.21 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.18
Bull Case
$55.07
(+124%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 23.3
Base Case
$50.06
(+103%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 21.2
Bear Case
$17.02
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 18.0
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 9.5 to 9.6
Stabilization Target:
$24.82
(+0.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+0.7%
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Last updated: August 03, 2026 4:01 PM ET
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