Houlihan Lokey Reports Strong Q3 Fiscal 2025 Results

Houlihan Lokey Inc. ( (HLI) ) has released its Q3 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Houlihan Lokey Inc. presented to its investors.

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. is a leading global investment bank specializing in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory services, with a prominent presence in various international markets.

In its latest earnings report, Houlihan Lokey disclosed robust financial performance for the third quarter of fiscal 2025, showcasing significant growth in both revenue and earnings per share compared to the previous year.

The company reported revenues of $634 million, marking a strong increase from $511 million in the same quarter the previous year. Net income reached $95 million, with a diluted earnings per share of $1.39, up from $71 million and $1.04 per share, respectively, in the third quarter of fiscal 2024. Notably, the Corporate Finance segment led the revenue growth with a 36% increase, reflecting favorable market conditions for mergers and acquisitions and capital markets transactions. The Financial Restructuring and Financial and Valuation Advisory segments also contributed to the overall revenue increase, with growth rates of 2% and 14%, respectively.

The company announced a dividend of $0.57 per share for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025, affirming its commitment to returning value to shareholders. Additionally, Houlihan Lokey’s expenses rose in line with revenue growth, with employee compensation and benefits remaining a significant portion of the operating expenses.

Looking ahead, Houlihan Lokey’s management remains optimistic about the fiscal year’s remainder and holds a positive outlook for fiscal 2026, supported by ongoing momentum across its business lines and a favorable macroeconomic environment.