NYSE:HPQ

Hewlett-Packard Co (HPQ)

25.75
+1.24 (5.06%)
as of Jul 24, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 3 opinions in the last 12 months.

Hewlett-Packard Co (HPQ) is currently perceived as deeply undervalued; however, there are growing concerns about it potentially being a value trap due to limited growth prospects and rising leverage. Experts note that the company is grappling with margin pressure caused by increasing input costs such as memory, which could impact profitability. Despite these challenges, HP has a robust dividend policy with a payout ratio of only 33%, making the yield appealing at 6.21%. The iconic brand commands a significant market share, and although the business may not experience explosive growth, there are opportunities for margin enhancement that could provide financial upside. Analysts have set a price target of $24.55 for the stock, highlighting potential upside alongside caution regarding market dynamics.

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Undervalued
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HOLD
There are other areas of technology that he would prefer, but if you own it, Hold.
HOLD
Was a great value play in the $20 area. Good company and very diversified. Expect you will make a 9%-10% return.
BUY
After years of under performing, started hitting on a number of cylinders after it restructured. Have beaten estimates 8 quarters in a row. Have been cutting costs and growing their market share.
DON'T BUY
Sold it in the mid to high $30’s. A strong business. Sort of regained #1 market share. May be at the top of its cycle. Fully valued.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Sept 22/05. Up 98.2%.) Very focused. Continuing to buy.
BUY
Becoming a much better run company. Their operations are better.
DON'T BUY
His concern is that their top line is growing very slowly. Mid single digits at best the last few quarters, year after year. Managed to beat estimates on the earnings side so obviously is controlling costs. Are you cutting into your future when you do that?
TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Sept 22/05. Up 24.8%.) A story of cost-cutting, margins and revenue growth. Cost cutting is working so margins are increasing and they are competing very effectively on price. They are also seeing growth across their business units. When a big company like this starts to turn around, it can turn around for a long time.
BUY
They had a fantastic quarter. Relatively inexpensive. Have a lot of cash and continue to grow.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Apr 10/06. Down 2.5%.) Has held in remarkably well against a very tough technology market. It’s in the midst of a turnaround. There is not only cost cutting, but good prospects of revenue growth.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Apr 10/06. Down 10%.) Still likes. Has hung in remarkably well compared to any of the technology stocks. In the middle of a very strong turnaround in their business. Could see a good pickup in revenues.
TOP PICK
Was a chronic underperformer for a number of years. Some of the restructuring efforts have really started to take hold. Had two quarters in a row were they have beaten the estimates. Feels we are into a 2/3 years cycle.
TOP PICK
Some management changes. Profits are rising. Low risk. Has owned the past few months.
BUY
A turnaround situation. New CEO has been rebuilding the divisions and making them work together better.
BUY
Will be reporting earnings a month from now and should have an uptick in all of their business lines. New CEO is doing a very good job. Have beaten the estimates a couple of times in a row now.
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