HRL Stock 12 Month Analyst Forecast
Eps Overview
Growth Next 5yrs
6.89%
Last Quarter
$0.32
Past Year
$0.87
Growth Past 5yrs
-12.16%
Next Quarter
$0.32
Estimate Next Year
$7.04
Consensus Rating
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Consensus Price Target
Highest Price Target
$35.00
40.39% Upside
Mean Price Target
$29.50
18.33% Upside
Lowest Price Target
$25.00
0.28% Upside
Recent Analyst Ratings
Upgrades, Downgrades, New Coverage
Actual EPS vs Estimated EPS
HRL Earnings Per Share (EPS) History
According to financial reports, HRL (NYSE: HRL) reported an actual EPS of $0.32 for the quarter ending on Dec 04, 2025, compared to an estimated $0.3017, resulting in a 6.07% surprise. In the prior quarter (Aug 28, 2025), HRL recorded an actual EPS of $0.35 with a -12.83% surprise. See HRL's full earnings history.
Earnings History
EPS Surprise Factor Analysis
HRL has experienced notable EPS surprises, with the latest quarter ending Dec 04, 2025 showing a 6.07% beat. Previously, the quarter ending Aug 28, 2025 recorded a -12.83% miss. An EPS surprise factor indicates how much actual earnings deviate from analyst forecasts.
| Report Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise Factor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 04, 2025 | 0.32 | 0.3017 | +6.07% |
| Aug 28, 2025 | 0.35 | 0.4015 | -12.83% |
| May 29, 2025 | 0.35 | 0.3417 | +2.43% |
| Feb 27, 2025 | 0.35 | 0.3764 | -7.01% |
| Dec 04, 2024 | 0.42 | 0.43 | -2.33% |
| Sep 04, 2024 | 0.37 | 0.3583 | +3.27% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HRL stock getting favorable reviews from Wall Street analysts?
Brokerage firms have given HRL stock an average recommendation of
Buy. 14 analysts have given their ratings
to HRL out of which
6 analysts have given strong buy call,
2 analysts have given buy call,
6 analysts rate it hold,
0 analysts advocate strong sell call, and
0 analysts has given sell rating. The average target price of
$29.50 gives the stock implied upside
of roughly 18.33% over the next year or so.
What have analysts suggested for HRL highest price target?
Analysts suggest HRL's stock price would rise to a high of $35.00.
What is the lowest price target analysts expect for HRL over the next year?
Within the next 12 months, analysts predict the HRL stock price could move to $25.00.
What is the average target price for HRL?
HRL stock has an average analyst estimate of $29.50.
At its current price, how far is HRL from its average target price?
HRL shares are currently trading 18.33% above this price target.
What were HRL’s actual earnings per share for the recent quarter?
Its quarterly earnings per share (EPS) came in at $0.32 versus consensus estimates of $0.30, and below the comparable year-ago quarter’s EPS of $0.42.
What are the current estimates for quarterly and annual earnings per share?
HRL's forecasts by analysts estimating quarterly EPS at $0.32 and $7.04 for the whole year.
What has HRL's growth been in the past five years and what is expected in the next five years?
The analysts have projected 6.89% EPS growth for HRL in the next five years, compared to growth rates of -12.16% in the past five years.