NYSE:HPQ

Hewlett-Packard Co (HPQ)

30.11
-1.19 (3.80%)
as of Aug 14, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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star iconAug 15, 2026, 12:00 am

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

Hewlett-Packard Co (HPQ) is perceived as deeply undervalued according to expert insights, yet it shows signs of turning into a potential value trap due to limited growth prospects and higher leverage levels. The company faces margin pressure from rising input costs like memory, which complicates its ability to meet growth targets. Even though the dividend appears safe with a payout ratio of 33%, the combination of weak growth and negative share price momentum raises caution among investors. Additionally, HP's iconic brand and substantial market share contribute to its allure, trading at a low forward PE ratio of less than 7. The potential for margin improvement could significantly bolster earnings, yet concerns about dependency on commodity prices persist, posing risks to achieving forecasted targets.

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Cautious
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Undervalued
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DON'T BUY
Should rethink business plan.Attractive price. Dell computor is hurting there business.
TOP PICK
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play.Probably a small problem regarding integration with their acquisition of Compaq.Thinks that the replacement of outdated PCs is ready to take off.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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