HVT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HVT - Haverty Furniture Companies, Inc.
$20.81
-0.11 (-0.53%)
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5d:
-6.26%
30d:
-7.96%
90d:
-19.78%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: May 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: HVT shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: HVT 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
$48.83
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$30.32
31.4% 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 9.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: HVT is currently trading at $20.81, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $21.08 to $22.84. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 8.1) compared to its historical average (9.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.1% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 13.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HVT is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $20.10, while resistance sits at $22.94.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $29.50 (+41.8%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HVT is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $20.10, while resistance sits at $22.94.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $29.50 (+41.8%). 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
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$21.08 -
$22.84
Company Quality Score
56/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 41.8% below Wall St target ($29.50)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -6.3% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$21.08 -
$22.84
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$20.10
Resistance Level
$22.94
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
May 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.05
Wall Street Target
$29.50
(+41.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
13.0%
Profit Margin
2.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.1 vs 9.7
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$19.54
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$18.35
(-12%)
3-Year Target
$17.23
(-17%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8→10)
$20.76
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.1, Growth: 60.1%)
$192.55
(+825%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.1, Growth: 60.1%)
$70.23
(+238%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.8, Growth: 60.1%)
$59.70
(+187%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (17x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (8x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 17.15 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.22
Bull Case
$46.02
(+121%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 18.9
Base Case
$41.84
(+101%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 17.2
Bear Case
$14.23
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.6
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 9.7
Stabilization Target:
$25.07
(+20.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+20.5%
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Last updated: May 15, 2026 10:37 PM ET
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
0
Buys
3
Sells
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
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