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Hongli Group Inc. Ordinary Shares (HLP) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Hongli Group Inc. Ordinary Shares stock (HLP) is currently trading at $1.01. Hongli Group Inc. Ordinary Shares PE ratio is 19.53. Hongli Group Inc. Ordinary Shares PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 4.29. WallStSmart rates HLP as Sell.

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HLP

Hongli Group Inc.

NASDAQBASIC MATERIALS
$1.01
$0.03 (2.76%)
52W$0.61
$1.82

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HLP Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Hongli Group Inc. Ordinary Shares (HLP)

Margin of Safety
-217.7%
Significantly Overvalued
HLP Fair Value
$0.34
Graham Formula
Current Price
$1.01
$0.67 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $0.34
Overvalued
Price $1.01
Graham IV $0.34

HLP trades 218% above its Graham fair value of $0.34, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

Hongli Group Inc. Ordinary Shares (HLP) · 9 metrics scored

Smart Score

38
out of 100
Grade: F
Hold
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in price/book, revenue growth. Concerns around market cap and return on equity. Mixed signals suggest waiting for clearer direction before acting.

Hongli Group Inc. Ordinary Shares (HLP) Key Strengths (2)

Avg Score: 9.0/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
37.70%10/10

Revenue surging 37.70% year-over-year

Price/BookValuation
1.298/10

Trading at 1.29x book value, attractively priced

Hongli Group Inc. Ordinary Shares (HLP) Areas to Watch (7)

Avg Score: 2.6/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
-83.20%0/10

Earnings declining -83.20%, profits shrinking

Return on EquityProfitability
2.65%1/10

Very low returns on shareholder equity

Institutional Own.Quality
0.27%2/10

Very low institutional interest at 0.27%

Market CapQuality
$72M3/10

Micro-cap company with very limited liquidity and high volatility

Operating MarginProfitability
13.40%4/10

Thin operating margins with cost pressures present

Price/SalesValuation
4.294/10

Premium valuation at 4.3x annual revenue

Profit MarginProfitability
6.04%4/10

Thin profit margins with limited profitability

Hongli Group Inc. Ordinary Shares (HLP) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 38/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a F grade. Out of 9 metrics analyzed, 2 register as strengths (avg 9.0/10) while 7 fall into concern territory (avg 2.6/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Valuation metrics including Price/Book (1.29) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 37.70%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Institutional Own.. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (4.29) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include EPS Growth at -83.20%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 2.65%, Operating Margin at 13.40%, Profit Margin at 6.04%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 2.65% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 37.70% strong but requiring continuation.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a higher risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Fundamental challenges outweigh strengths at current levels. EPS Growth and Return on Equity are the primary drags. Consider waiting for meaningful improvement before committing capital.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

HLP Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue

HLP's Price-to-Sales ratio of 4.29x sits near its historical average of 4.51x (0th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 7% below its historical high of 4.61x set in Feb 2026, and 0% above its historical low of 4.29x in Mar 2026.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Hongli Group Inc. Ordinary Shares (HLP) · BASIC MATERIALSSTEEL

The Big Picture

Hongli Group Inc. Ordinary Shares is in a high-growth phase, prioritizing rapid expansion over margins. Revenue reached 17M with 38% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 6.0%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.

Key Findings

Strong Revenue Growth

Revenue growing at 38% YoY, reaching 17M. This pace significantly outperforms most STEEL peers.

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 265.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

Negative Free Cash Flow

Free cash flow is -376,399, meaning the company is burning cash. This may be acceptable for high-growth companies investing heavily.

Misleading Earnings Decline

Earnings fell 83% YoY while revenue grew 38%. This gap usually reflects one-time items (tax benefits, write-offs) in the prior period, not an operational decline.

What to Watch Next

Margin expansion: can Hongli Group Inc. Ordinary Shares push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?

Growth sustainability: can Hongli Group Inc. Ordinary Shares maintain 38%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?

Sector dynamics: monitor STEEL industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Hongli Group Inc. Ordinary Shares.

Bottom Line

Hongli Group Inc. Ordinary Shares is a high-conviction growth story with revenue accelerating at 38% while profitability is still developing. For growth-oriented investors, the trajectory is compelling. For value investors, the thin 6.0% margins and premium valuation suggest patience until the unit economics mature further.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Insider Transactions

Total Buys
0
Total Sells
0

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 8:26:23 AM

About Hongli Group Inc. Ordinary Shares(HLP)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

BASIC MATERIALS

Industry

STEEL

Country

USA

Hongli Group Inc. (Ticker: HLP) is a prominent player in the lithium-ion battery materials industry, recognized for its high-performance conductive agents and essential components that enhance battery manufacturing processes. Committed to innovation and sustainability, the company leverages cutting-edge technologies to optimize the efficiency and storage capacity of lithium batteries, catering to the growing electric vehicle and renewable energy markets. With strategic partnerships and a solid focus on quality, Hongli Group is poised to capture significant opportunities in the expanding landscape of energy transition and battery solutions, indicating strong potential for sustained growth in the future.