HIW Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HIW - Highwoods Properties Inc.
$25.47
-0.74 (-2.82%)
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5d:
+0.2%
30d:
+10.31%
90d:
+10.16%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 28, 2026
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Smart Money Distribution
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Strength: 6.7/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: HIW shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: HIW shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$36.69
Based on 14.3% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$22.78
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HIW is currently trading at $25.47, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $22.69 to $25.38. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 34.5) compared to its historical average (39.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.3% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HIW is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $24.34, while resistance sits at $26.93.
Market Sentiment: HIW has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HIW is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $24.34, while resistance sits at $26.93.
Market Sentiment: HIW has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$22.69 -
$25.38
Company Quality Score
63/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($26.22)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$22.69 -
$25.38
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$24.34
Resistance Level
$26.93
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
34.49
Wall Street Target
$26.22
Revenue Growth (YoY)
7.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-68.5%
Profit Margin
11.3%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
34.5 vs 39.3
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$25.08
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$24.00
(-8%)
3-Year Target
$22.97
(-12%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 34→39)
$26.18
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 34.5, Growth: 24.6%)
$50.69
(+93%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 22.0, Growth: 24.6%)
$32.39
(+24%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.7, Growth: 24.6%)
$27.54
(+5%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 31.37 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.83
Bull Case
$26.23
(+0%)
Analyst growth -8.4%, PE expands to 34.5
Base Case
$23.84
(-9%)
Market implied -8.4%, PE stable at 31.4
Bear Case
$17.71
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 26.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 34.5 to 39.3
Stabilization Target:
$29.87
(+14.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+14.0%
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Last updated: May 15, 2026 4:08 PM ET
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