HOPE Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HOPE - Hope Bancorp, Inc.
$11.14
0.16 (1.46%)
▲
5d:
+0.27%
30d:
-2.45%
90d:
-0.54%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 28, 2026
27d
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Strength: 7.1/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: HOPE appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -3.5% annual earnings decline despite 46% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: HOPE appears deeply undervalued. Market expects -3.5% annual earnings decline despite 46% recent earnings growth. Contrarian opportunity at discount to historical valuation.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$22.76
Based on 13.4% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$14.13
21.2% Margin of Safety
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 9.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HOPE is currently trading at $11.14, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $10.80 to $11.52. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 8.1) compared to its historical average (9.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 45.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HOPE is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $11.38. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: HOPE has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (4th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $13.12 (+19.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HOPE is in a uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $11.38. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: HOPE has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (4th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $13.12 (+19.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Fair Price Range
$10.80 -
$11.52
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Options IV Signal
4th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
84.6%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 4th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($13.12)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$10.80 -
$11.52
Current vs Fair Value
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$0.44
(3.9%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$10.57
Resistance Level
$11.38
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Mar 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.07
Wall Street Target
$13.13
(+19.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
32.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
45.8%
Profit Margin
13.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.1 vs 9.0
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$10.60
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$10.22
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$9.87
(-10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8→9)
$11.00
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 22.8%)
$56.29
(+413%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.1, Growth: 22.8%)
$20.33
(+85%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.9, Growth: 22.8%)
$17.28
(+57%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (22x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (8x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 22.12 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.49
Bull Case
$23.85
(+116%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 24.3
Base Case
$21.68
(+96%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 22.1
Bear Case
$7.37
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 18.8
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 8.1 to 9.0
Stabilization Target:
$12.24
(+11.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+11.5%
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Last updated: March 31, 2026 3:34 PM ET
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0
Buys
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Sells
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