TSE:HPS.A
Hammond Power Solutions Inc. (HPS.A.TO)
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Jun 5, 2026, 12:00 amThis summary was created by AI, based on 14 opinions in the last 12 months.
Hammond Power Solutions Inc. (HPS.A) is garnering positive attention from market analysts, primarily due to its strong positioning in the electrical transformer sector and an impressive backlog that has increased by 122% year-over-year. The stock has recently seen momentum with a significant rise in share prices and a record revenue report in Q2, despite some concerns over gross profit margins and raw material costs. Analysts highlight the company's unique leverage to the booming demand created by data center expansions and the electrification trend in North America, as well as its essential role in the energy sector. While price volatility exists—particularly around quarterly earnings—most experts maintain a bullish outlook, suggesting that current price levels may present a good entry point for long-term investors. Analysts project a price target of $150, indicating potential upside from current levels, but caution remains about market fluctuations and operational challenges, especially tied to a new facility in Mexico.
Still owned by founder, second generation. Has done the same thing for a long time; what changed is number of places they could sell to. Good business, but not a great price right now.
DeepSeek was like a "man overboard" moment for a stock like this, as many own it simply as a beneficiary of data centre buildout. This sentiment makes it harder for the long-term investor.
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Premium contentOur PAST TOP PICK with HPS.A has triggered its stop at $127. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time. When combined with our previous guidance, this will result in a net investment gain of 21%
Exposed to the right verticals. One of the very few pure-plays in Canada. Management's been great. Stock has benefited from pickup in demand. But is it sustainable? Margins can't remain elevated forever. Power demand is real. Given the runup, be careful.
Hold, or reduce on strength. Better ways to get exposure.
Premium contentRecently reported earnings for HPS.A showed record margins, increased revenues and a growing order backlog. Healthcare and data centre infrastructure projects are growing well for this manufacturer of electric transformers. We like that cash reserves are growing, while debt is retired. It supports a 27% ROE. We recommend trailing up the stop (from $115) to $127 at this time, looking to achieve $166 -- upside potential of 22%. Yield 0.7%
(Analysts’ price target is $165.67)
Premium contentPremium contentDry transformers. Spending fair bit of money to ramp up production and capabilities. Strong balance sheet. Data centres are going to use a lot of power, so the story will continue. Trades ~10x EBITDA, but growing at really high teens multiples for revenue and EBITDA. Yield is 0.8%.
(Analysts’ price target is $165.00)
Bruce Campbell (2)Premium contentWe reiterate this producer of electric transformers as a TOP PICK. Management announced an acceleration of capital deployment, supporting the trend for growing demand for its products. We like that cash reserves are growing, while debt is reduced. It trades at 20x earnings and supports a 28% ROE. We recommend trailing up the stop (from $75) to $95, looking to achieve $146 -- upside potential of 28%. Yield 0.6%
(Analysts’ price target is $165.00)Is exposed to all the right verticals. They make transformers to optimize energy, driven by the AI boom (the need for data centres). There's still upside despite the huge rally. Business is booming, and the growth trajectory is good. Trades at 18x PE, but growth makes the future PE reasonable.
Premium contentHPS-A is the manufacturer of electric transformer systems used by electric utilities, the oil & gas sector and for EV charging stations. Recently reported earnings indicated record high quarterly sales and a 6% increase in earnings. We like that cash reserves are growing, while debt is retired. It trades at 22x earnings and supports a 25% ROE. We recommend setting a stop-loss at $75, looking to achieve $130 -- upside potential of 28%. Yield 1.0%
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HPS manufacturers electrical transformers such as those used in data centres with plants in Canada, the US, Mexico and India. Recently reported earnings showed record sales with 11% growth over the yar. It trades at 15x earnings, 3.5x book and supports a ROE of 26%. We recommend setting a stop-loss at $70, looking to achieve $119 -- upside potential of 28%. Yield 1.2%.
(Analysts’ price target is $160.50)