Halma PLC (GB:HLMA)
LSE:HLMA
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HLMA Stock Chart & Stats
4518.00 p
7.00 p(0.26%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
4518.00 p
7.00 p(0.26%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range3,078.00 p - 4,902.00 p
Previous CloseN/A
Volume20.10K
Average Volume (3M)658.45K
Market Cap
£14.84B
Enterprise Value18.32B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)£222.90M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)£863.50M
Price to Earnings (P/E)55.6
Beta0.98
Next Earnings
Nov 19, 2026EPS Estimate
0.6Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield0.67%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.70
Shares Outstanding379,645,360
10 Day Avg. Volume509,412
30 Day Avg. Volume658,450
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.52
Price to Book (P/B)6.62
Price to Sales (P/S)5.56
P/FCF Ratio36.00
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
£4,471.43Price Target Upside-1.03% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering9
EPS Forecast (FY)1.28
Revenue Forecast (FY)£2.92B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Consistent Revenue GrowthHalma's multi-year, consistent revenue growth and a clear step-up in 2026 indicate durable demand across its regulated end markets. Persistent top-line expansion reflects broad product adoption, diversified end markets and recurring aftermarket sales that support sustainable organic growth prospects.
Sustained Margin ExpansionMargin expansion to the low-20% range shows structural profitability improvements from pricing, mix and operational leverage. High-teens to low-20% operating margins across segments imply resilient earnings power that can fund reinvestment and acquisitions while supporting returns through industry cycles.
Active Investment And M&A PipelineMaterial R&D and acquisition spending signals management's deliberate reinvestment to sustain technology leadership and accelerate adjacencies. A disciplined M&A program plus elevated R&D should expand addressable markets and sustain medium-term organic and inorganic revenue streams.
Bears Say
Weaker Cash ConversionCash conversion falling to 79% highlights working-capital and timing sensitivity; operating cash flow has been more volatile than earnings. Persistent below-target conversion can constrain free cash available for buybacks, debt paydown or further M&A if it continues over multiple reporting periods.
Rising Absolute Debt LevelsAn upward trend in absolute debt raises structural financial risk if growth or cash conversion weakens. Even with net debt/EBITDA around 1x today, continued debt accumulation reduces flexibility for cyclical downturns and increases sensitivity to higher interest costs or larger cash needs from investments.
Translation / FX ExposureMeaningful translational FX headwinds (~3.2%) indicate structural exposure to currency movements given multinational revenues. Persistent adverse translation can materially dent reported growth and margins, complicating forecasting and requiring higher underlying organic performance to meet targets.
Halma plc News
HLMA FAQ
What was Halma PLC’s price range in the past 12 months?
Halma PLC lowest share price was 3078.00 p and its highest was 4902.00 p in the past 12 months.
What is Halma PLC’s market cap?
Halma PLC’s market cap is £14.84B.
When is Halma PLC’s upcoming earnings report date?
Halma PLC’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 19, 2026 which is in 160 days.
How were Halma PLC’s earnings last quarter?
Halma PLC released its earnings results on Jun 11, 2026. The company reported 0.587 p earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of 0.572 p by 0.015 p.
Is Halma PLC overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Halma PLC’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Halma PLC pay dividends?
Halma PLC pays a Semiannually dividend of 15.11 p which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.67%. See more information on Halma PLC dividends here
What is Halma PLC’s EPS estimate?
Halma PLC’s EPS estimate is 0.6.
How many shares outstanding does Halma PLC have?
Halma PLC has 379,645,360 shares outstanding.
What happened to Halma PLC’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Halma PLC reported an EPS of 0.587 p in its last earnings report, beating expectations of 0.572 p. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -15.381%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Halma PLC?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in GB:HLMA
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Halma plc Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
£4,471.43 (-1.03% Downside)
£4,471.43 (-1.03% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
GB:HLMA Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
News Sentiment
Bullish
Bullish news 67%
Bearish news 33%
Bearish news 33%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
40.43%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
13.73%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
11.40%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Halma PLC
Halma plc, a company established in 1894 and headquartered in Amersham, United Kingdom, specializes in delivering innovative technological solutions across critical safety, health, and environmental sectors. Its operations are organized into three distinct divisions: Safety, Environmental & Analysis, and Medical. The Safety division offers a range of protective technologies, encompassing fire detection and advanced suppression systems, safety mechanisms for elevators, security sensors, and systems for managing pedestrian and vehicle movement. It also develops specialized interlocks for secure process control, as well as solutions for explosion prevention and corrosion oversight. These offerings cater to various applications, including elevator safety, fire management, crowd and traffic flow, industrial access, and secure storage solutions. Focused on monitoring and analysis, the Environmental & Analysis segment provides advanced optical, optoelectronic, and spectral imaging solutions. It also develops instruments for tracking water, air, and gas quality, including devices to detect hazardous gases and assess overall air purity, alongside comprehensive water analysis and treatment systems. Its expertise serves fields such as optical diagnostics, water management, gas detection, and broad environmental monitoring. The Medical division is dedicated to healthcare innovations, supplying essential fluidic components for medical diagnostics and original equipment manufacturers. It also produces laboratory instruments and platforms designed to provide crucial insights into patient health, aiding providers in clinical decision-making. Furthermore, the segment develops specialized technologies and approaches to facilitate in-vitro diagnostics, scientific discoveries, and product development in life sciences, ensuring beneficial outcomes across diverse medical specialties.
HLMA Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
4,471.43 p
▼(-1.03% Downside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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