Question 1

What is the analyst consensus rating for HRL?

Accepted Answer

The analyst consensus rating for HRL is "Buy" based on 4 analyst recommendations.

Question 2

What is the average price target for HRL?

Accepted Answer

The average 12-month price target for HRL is $27.50, representing an upside of 17.3% from the current price of $23.44.

Question 3

What do analyst ratings mean?

Accepted Answer

Analyst ratings indicate investment recommendations: Strong Buy and Buy are bullish signals suggesting the stock may outperform. Hold means the stock is fairly valued. Sell and Strong Sell are bearish signals suggesting potential underperformance. These ratings are based on fundamental analysis and valuation models.

Question 4

What is a price target?

Accepted Answer

A price target is an analyst's projection of a stock's fair value over a specific timeframe, typically 12 months. Analysts use fundamental analysis, financial modeling, and industry comparisons to estimate where the stock should trade. Price targets can range from low (conservative) to high (optimistic) estimates.

Date	Analyst	Firm	Action	Rating	Price Target
Dec 9, 2025	Benjamin Theurer	Barclays	Maintains	Buy	$31.00 → $30.00 -1.00 (-3.2%)
Dec 5, 2025	Michael Lavery	Piper Sandler	Maintains	Hold	$25.00 → $26.00 +1.00 (4.0%)
Dec 5, 2025	Peter Galbo	BofA Securities	Maintains	Hold	$25.00 → $26.00 +1.00 (4.0%)
Dec 5, 2025	Thomas Palmer	JP Morgan	Maintains	Buy	$27.00 → $28.00 +1.00 (3.7%)
Nov 21, 2025	Thomas Palmer	JP Morgan	Maintains	Buy	$30.00 → $27.00 -3.00 (-10.0%)

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