Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) Stock Forecast
Data as of Oct 31, 2026Consumer Defensive · Current price $21.26 (+1.70%)
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 | +22.3% |
| Dec 4, 2025 | Thomas Palmer | Coker Palmer | $28.00 | +31.7% |
| Aug 29, 2025 | Benjamin Theurer | Barclays | $34.00 | +59.9% |
| Dec 5, 2024 | Michael Lavery | Piper Sandler | $33.00 | +55.2% |
| Oct 21, 2024 | Max Gumport | BNP Paribas | $28.00 | +31.7% |
| Sep 4, 2024 | Peter Galbo | Bank of America Securities | $30.00 | +41.1% |
| Aug 13, 2024 | Thomas Palmer | Coker Palmer | $37.00 | +74.0% |
| May 30, 2024 | Thomas Palmer | Coker Palmer | $29.00 | +36.4% |
| May 22, 2024 | Thomas Palmer | Coker Palmer | $35.00 | +64.6% |
| Dec 10, 2021 | Michael Lavery | Piper Sandler | $49.00 | +130.5% |
Top Analysts Covering HRL
HRL vs Sector & Market
| Metric | HRL | Consumer Defensive Avg | Large Cap Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Analyst Rating | 2.90 | 2.55 | 2.41 |
| Analyst Count | 10 | 9 | 19 |
| Target Upside | +17.6% | +12344.0% | +21.5% |
| P/E Ratio | 25.01 | 11.17 | 38.49 |
Revenue Estimates
| Period | Low | Avg | High | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | # |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 10 analysts covering Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) is Hold with an average price target of $24.67.
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?
10 analysts have issued ratings for Hormel Foods Corporation in the past 12 months.
Is HRL a buy or sell right now?
Based on 10 analyst ratings, HRL has a consensus rating of Hold (2.90/5) with a +17.6% upside to the consensus target of $24.67.
What are the earnings estimates for HRL?
Analysts estimate HRL will report EPS of $0.38 for the period ending 2027-01-25, with revenue estimated at $3.05B.
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