Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) Stock Forecast
Data as of Sep 16, 2026Consumer Defensive · Current price $20.89 (-0.41%)
Price Target Range
Consensus Price Target Over Time
Analyst Rating Distribution
Last 3 Months
6-Month Trend
Latest Analyst Forecasts
Price targets issued by Wall Street analysts. Upside calculated against today's price.
| Date | Analyst | Firm | Price Target | Upside |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 5, 2025 | Michael Lavery | Piper Sandler | $26.00 | +24.5% |
| Dec 4, 2025 | Thomas Palmer | Coker Palmer | $28.00 | +34.1% |
| Aug 29, 2025 | Benjamin Theurer | Barclays | $34.00 | +62.8% |
| Dec 5, 2024 | Michael Lavery | Piper Sandler | $33.00 | +58.0% |
| Oct 21, 2024 | Max Gumport | BNP Paribas | $28.00 | +34.1% |
| Sep 4, 2024 | Peter Galbo | Bank of America Securities | $30.00 | +43.6% |
| Aug 13, 2024 | Thomas Palmer | Coker Palmer | $37.00 | +77.2% |
| May 30, 2024 | Thomas Palmer | Coker Palmer | $29.00 | +38.9% |
| May 22, 2024 | Thomas Palmer | Coker Palmer | $35.00 | +67.6% |
| Dec 10, 2021 | Michael Lavery | Piper Sandler | $49.00 | +134.6% |
Top Analysts Covering HRL
HRL vs Sector & Market
| Metric | HRL | Consumer Defensive Avg | Large Cap Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Analyst Rating | 3.00 | 2.56 | 2.42 |
| Analyst Count | 9 | 10 | 18 |
| Target Upside | +20.3% | +1204.7% | +19.5% |
| P/E Ratio | 24.57 | 13.48 | 38.67 |
Revenue Estimates
| Period | Low | Avg | High | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-25 | $3.20B | $3.24B | $3.30B | 2 |
| 2026-10-26 | $12.24B | $12.30B | $12.37B | 7 |
| 2027-01-25 | $3.01B | $3.05B | $3.10B | 2 |
| 2027-04-25 | $2.99B | $3.03B | $3.08B | 2 |
| 2027-07-25 | $3.08B | $3.12B | $3.17B | 2 |
| 2027-10-25 | $3.20B | $3.24B | $3.30B | 2 |
| 2027-10-26 | $12.32B | $12.48B | $12.60B | 7 |
| 2028-10-26 | $12.80B | $12.81B | $12.81B | 4 |
EPS Estimates
| Period | Low | Avg | High | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-25 | $0.39 | $0.40 | $0.41 | 1 |
| 2026-10-26 | $1.30 | $1.47 | $1.53 | 6 |
| 2027-01-25 | $0.37 | $0.38 | $0.38 | 1 |
| 2027-04-25 | $0.37 | $0.38 | $0.38 | 1 |
| 2027-07-25 | $0.39 | $0.39 | $0.40 | 1 |
| 2027-10-25 | $0.42 | $0.43 | $0.44 | 1 |
| 2027-10-26 | $1.45 | $1.57 | $1.63 | 6 |
| 2028-10-26 | $1.59 | $1.65 | $1.71 | 2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the analyst consensus for HRL?
The consensus among 9 analysts covering Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) is Hold with an average price target of $23.50.
What is the highest price target for HRL?
The highest price target for HRL is $49.00, set by Michael Lavery at Piper Sandler on 2021-12-10.
What is the lowest price target for HRL?
The lowest price target for HRL is $26.00, set by Michael Lavery at Piper Sandler on 2025-12-05.
How many analysts cover HRL?
9 analysts have issued ratings for Hormel Foods Corporation in the past 12 months.
Is HRL a buy or sell right now?
Based on 9 analyst ratings, HRL has a consensus rating of Hold (3.00/5) with a +20.3% upside to the consensus target of $23.50.
What are the earnings estimates for HRL?
Analysts estimate HRL will report EPS of $0.40 for the period ending 2026-10-25, with revenue estimated at $3.24B.
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