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Hamilton Beach Brands Holding Co Class A(HBB)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
4-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 14 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+9.96% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$35
10/08/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for HBB

10/08/2026: HBB (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 14 days. Simulated Profits (9.96%). Updated daily EoD!

Hamilton Beach Brands Holding Co is a well-established player in the small kitchen appliance market, known for its affordable and reliable product offerings. The company maintains a leading position in retail distribution, which supports steady revenue, while recent shifts toward commercial equipment and digital health products offer promising growth paths. However, investors must monitor risks related to intense competition from private-label brands and vulnerability to global supply chain and freight costs. Given its history of consistent dividend payments, the stock may appeal to income-focused investors, though performance remains sensitive to consumer discretionary spending cycles. Success depends on balancing cost pressures with continued innovation.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers moderate growth potential rather than aggressive, high-velocity expansion.
Momentum investorWeak fitThis is a slow-moving consumer goods company typically not driven by high momentum trading.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at valuations that appeal to value investors looking for steady, cash-flow-positive businesses.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe consistent dividend payout history makes it attractive for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile the business is established, market volatility in consumer goods can impact stock performance.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock can experience swings based on consumer spending sentiment and macroeconomic reports.
Valuation riskLowThe company generally trades at moderate multiples, limiting downside risk from extreme overvaluation.
Competition risk (Commoditization)HighIntense competition from low-cost brands puts constant pressure on margins.
Business qualityMediumIt is a well-managed operator in a tough, high-competition industry.
Dividend incomeMediumDividend sustainability depends on consistent free cash flow generation.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on effectively navigating supply chain and retail distribution complexities.

Price Behavior

Hockey-Stick Growth
PRICE PATH

Hockey-Stick Growth

The stock demonstrates a Hockey-Stick Growth price path pattern.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 74.47%
Avg. Invested days 44
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
HBB receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid quantitative characteristics. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, soft analyst coverage, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
HBB has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-14.0%), soft cash generation (FCF margin 1.8%), negative revenue growth (-7.3%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
HBB's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 45.6%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
HBB's growth profile is soft, with the least-weak measure being revenue growth at -7.3% FY2025 versus FY2024. By comparison, while earnings growth (-14.0%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-82.3%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 41.7% and approximately 68.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 27.93% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 3.96%
Ameriprise Financial Inc 3.57%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 2.97%
Pacific Ridge Capital Partners, LLC 2.54%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 1.88%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
HBB generates approximately $257 of gross profit, $60 of operating income, and $18 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and moderate capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 25.77%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
HBB has a high-quality, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. No single quantitative factor dominates as a drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 466.05M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 8.18
1Y Target Price 13
Price to earnings Ratio 8.18
1Y Target Price 13
Volume (30-day avg) 88.5K shares
Beta 0.23
52 Weeks Range 13.42 - 39.99
Updated Date 10/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 13.42 - 39.99
Updated Date 10/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.35%
Basic EPS (TTM) 4.24

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Small Kitchen AppliancesBlenders, coffee makers, food processors, and other countertop appliances sold via major retailers.Most revenue comes from selling affordable kitchen tools through large retailers like Walmart and Target.
Commercial and SpecialtyHigh-performance equipment for the food service industry and consumer wellness products.This segment serves professional kitchens and specialized health-conscious consumers.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 8.18
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 452.96M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.76
Enterprise Value 452.96M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.76
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.74
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.34
Shares Outstanding 9.86M
Shares Floating 6.79M
Shares Outstanding 9.86M
Shares Floating 6.79M
Percent Insiders 27.93
Percent Institutions 41.75

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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