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Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (HTFB) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

Horizon Technology Finance Corporation stock (HTFB) is currently trading at $25.72. Horizon Technology Finance Corporation PE ratio is 21.01. WallStSmart rates HTFB as Sell.

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Horizon Technology Finance Corporation

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HTFB Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (HTFB)

Margin of Safety
-209.1%
Significantly Overvalued
HTFB Fair Value
$8.32
Graham Formula
Current Price
$25.72
$17.40 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $8.32
Overvalued
Price $25.72
Graham IV $8.32

HTFB trades 209% above its Graham fair value of $8.32, 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

Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (HTFB) · 7 metrics scored

Smart Score

23
out of 100
Grade: F
Avoid
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 operating margin, revenue growth. Concerns around return on equity and eps growth. Significant fundamental concerns warrant caution or avoidance.

Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (HTFB) Key Strengths (2)

Avg Score: 9.0/10
Operating MarginProfitability
84.60%10/10

Keeps $85 of every $100 in revenue after operating costs

Revenue GrowthGrowth
25.30%8/10

Strong revenue growth at 25.30% annually

Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (HTFB) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 1.4/10
Return on EquityProfitability
-0.77%0/10

Company is destroying shareholder value

EPS GrowthGrowth
-98.40%0/10

Earnings declining -98.40%, profits shrinking

Profit MarginProfitability
-2.31%0/10

Company is losing money with a negative profit margin

Institutional Own.Quality
0.00%2/10

Very low institutional interest at 0.00%

Market CapQuality
$344M5/10

Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential

Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (HTFB) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 23/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a F grade. Out of 7 metrics analyzed, 2 register as strengths (avg 9.0/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 1.4/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 84.60%. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 25.30%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Growth concerns include EPS Growth at -98.40%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at -0.77%, Profit Margin at -2.31%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Return on Equity improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at -0.77% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 25.30% 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. Return on Equity and EPS Growth 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.

HTFB Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart

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

WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (HTFB) ·

The Big Picture

Horizon Technology Finance Corporation is a strong growth company balancing expansion with improving profitability. Revenue reached 108M with 25% growth year-over-year. The company is currently unprofitable, posting a -2.3% profit margin.

Key Findings

Strong Revenue Growth

Revenue growing at 25% YoY, reaching 108M. This pace significantly outperforms most peers.

Cash Flow Positive

Generating 9M in free cash flow and 9M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.

Operating at a Loss

The company is unprofitable with a -2.3% profit margin. The path to breakeven will be the key catalyst.

Misleading Earnings Decline

Earnings fell 98% YoY while revenue grew 25%. This gap usually reflects one-time items (tax benefits, write-offs) in the prior period, not an operational decline.

What to Watch Next

Growth sustainability: can Horizon Technology Finance Corporation maintain 25%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?

Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 5.2%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.

Debt management: total debt of 424M is significantly higher than cash (128M). Monitor refinancing risk.

Sector dynamics: monitor industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Horizon Technology Finance Corporation.

Bottom Line

Horizon Technology Finance Corporation offers an attractive blend of growth (25% revenue expansion) and improving fundamentals. The company is transitioning from pure growth to profitable growth, a critical inflection point. Watch for sustained margin expansion as the key signal.

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.

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About Horizon Technology Finance Corporation(HTFB)

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NYSE

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USA

Horizon Technology Finance Corporation (HTFB) is a leading investment firm that focuses on delivering secured loans to venture capital-backed companies in the technology, life sciences, and healthcare sectors. With a strong emphasis on supporting innovative startups, HTFB targets high-growth potential enterprises to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns for its investors. Harnessing a disciplined investment approach and its deep industry knowledge, the firm identifies promising opportunities and acts as a vital partner for nascent businesses as they navigate their growth trajectories. Committed to value creation, HTFB is instrumental in fostering the development of transformative ventures.

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