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Hewlett-Packard Co (HPQ)

24.73

-0.52 (2.04%)

as of Jun 15, 2026, 7:51:34 pm Market Open.

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Jun 14, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 3 opinions in the last 12 months.

Hewlett-Packard Co (HPQ-N) is currently perceived as a deeply undervalued stock but is exhibiting signs of becoming a potential value trap due to its limited growth prospects and higher-than-desired leverage. Experts highlight the pressure on margins stemming from rising input costs, particularly in memory. Despite these concerns, the company maintains a well-covered dividend with a manageable payout ratio of 33%. While HPQ’s iconic brand and huge market share provide a solid foundation, the lack of substantial growth and negative share price momentum keep analysts cautious. The potential for margin improvements suggests that even minor enhancements could lead to significant increases in bottom-line earnings, making it a wait-and-see investment with upside possibilities.

Consensus

Cautious

Valuation

Undervalued

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DON'T BUY

Should rethink business plan.Attractive price. Dell computor is hurting there business.

TOP PICK

Seem to be focusing more on the server market. Have been taking a lot of costs other system after their Compaq merger.

BUY

Could be an interesting value play. One of the few tech stocks that are reasonably valued. Trading at 15 X next year's earnings. Their service industry is growing and is profitable. Facing competition from Dell. If it gets mid-to high $20's, sell.

HOLD

Graph shows a decent long-term trend. Seems to be losing some momentum. Starting into a consolidation phase. Could be some modest pullbacks.

TOP PICK

Dropped 10% today so using it as a contrarian play.Probably a small problem regarding integration with their acquisition of Compaq.Thinks that the replacement of outdated PCs is ready to take off.

BUY

Ranks in the top 15% in their database model. Earnings estimates are up.

WEAK BUY

Not a great growth stock. The Compaq merger seems to be working well.

PAST TOP PICK

(Was a top pick on Sept 5. No change.) Stil likes. They are doing some cost cutting.

TOP PICK

Some signs of pickup on desktop/laptop sales. Expects a lot of cost savings because of their recent merger with Compaq.

TOP PICK

Thinks small computer sales is picking up. The acquisition of Compaq was good.

BUY

Expects great cost savings over the Compaq merger.

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