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Hillenbrand Inc (HI)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/27/2025: HI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $32.67
1 Year Target Price $32.67
2 | Strong Buy |
1 | Buy |
2 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -16.17% | Avg. Invested days 40 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.44B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 32.67 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 32.67 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5 | Beta 1.48 | 52 Weeks Range 18.16 - 43.94 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 18.16 - 43.94 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.41% | Basic EPS (TTM) -3.79 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -8.82% | Operating Margin (TTM) 8.45% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.74% | Return on Equity (TTM) -17.21% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 9.01 | Enterprise Value 2950010254 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.47 |
Enterprise Value 2950010254 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.47 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.97 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 60.83 | Shares Outstanding 70453904 | Shares Floating 69834634 |
Shares Outstanding 70453904 | Shares Floating 69834634 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.95 | Percent Institutions 95.59 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3 | Target Price 32.67 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy 2 |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy 2 | ||
Hold 2 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Hillenbrand Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Hillenbrand, Inc. (HI) traces its roots back to 19th-century Batesville, Indiana. Founded as Batesville Casket Company in 1906, it initially focused on casket manufacturing. Over time, it diversified into industrial businesses and rebranded as Hillenbrand, Inc. in 2008.
Core Business Areas
- Industrial Equipment Group: Provides process and material handling equipment and systems for a variety of industries, including plastics, food, and recycling.
- Molding Technology Solutions: Offers hot runner systems and process control systems for plastic injection molding.
- Coperion: Provides compounding & extrusion systems, feeding technology, and bulk material handling equipment.
Leadership and Structure
Kim Ryan serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer. The company operates with a board of directors and a structured leadership team responsible for different business segments and corporate functions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Coperion Extrusion Systems: Coperion extrusion systems are used in a variety of industries, including plastics, food, and pharmaceuticals. Market share varies by specific product and region, but Coperion is a leader in its segment. Competitors include KraussMaffei, Davis-Standard, and Leistritz.
- Milacron Injection Molding Equipment: Milacron (now part of Hillenbrand) provides injection molding equipment. Competitors in this area include Engel, Arburg, and Haitian International. Market share is competitive but significant within the injection molding equipment space, and can be found in the plastics machinery statistics industry reports from SPI.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industries Hillenbrand serves are driven by global manufacturing trends, infrastructure development, and consumer demand. Automation and efficiency are key drivers. These markets are exposed to global economic cycles.
Positioning
Hillenbrand is positioned as a diversified industrial company with a focus on process solutions and equipment. Competitive advantages include its diverse portfolio, global presence, and engineering expertise.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The combined TAM for Hillenbrand's segments is estimated to be in the billions of USD annually. Hillenbrand's current revenue represents a portion of the TAM, indicating room for further expansion.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified business segments
- Global presence
- Strong brands and reputation
- Engineering expertise
- Acquisition strategy
Weaknesses
- Exposure to cyclical industries
- Integration challenges with acquisitions
- Complexity of managing diverse businesses
- Reliance on key customers
Opportunities
- Expanding into new geographic markets
- Developing innovative products and services
- Acquiring complementary businesses
- Capitalizing on automation and Industry 4.0 trends
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
- Supply chain disruptions
- Changes in regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ITW (ITW)
- Barnes Group Inc. (B)
- Tetra Laval
- Husky Injection Molding Systems
- Davis-Standard
- KraussMaffei
Competitive Landscape
Hillenbrand competes on technology, service, and global reach. Key competitors include those listed above. Their competitive advantages include diversification and a strong acquisition strategy.
Major Acquisitions
LINXIS Group
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 572
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Hillenbrand's food processing capabilities and broadened its geographic reach.
Herbold Meckesheim GmbH
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 79
- Strategic Rationale: Strengthened Hillenbrand's recycling capabilities and increased its presence in the plastics recycling market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Hillenbrand's growth has been driven by organic expansion and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates for future growth vary, but generally project continued growth through acquisitions and organic initiatives.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include strategic acquisitions and investments in innovation.
Summary
Hillenbrand is a diversified industrial company with strengths in its global reach and acquisition strategy. While it faces challenges in cyclical industries and integration, it has opportunities to expand and capitalize on automation trends. The company's recent acquisitions bolster its position in key markets, but its revenue is dependent on general macro factors. These factors determine investment in plastic recycling, food & pharma equipment and overall machinery.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Hillenbrand Investor Relations
- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Press Releases
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market data and analyst estimates are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Hillenbrand Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Batesville, IN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2008-03-28 | President, CEO & Director Ms. Kimberly K. Ryan | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Specialty Industrial Machinery | Full time employees 10450 | Website https://www.hillenbrand.com |
Full time employees 10450 | Website https://www.hillenbrand.com |
Hillenbrand, Inc. operates as an industrial company in the United States and internationally. The company operates in two segments, Advanced Process Solutions and Molding Technology Solutions. The Advanced Process Solutions segment designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and services process and material handling equipment and systems comprising compounding, extrusion, and material handling equipment, equipment system design services, as well as offers mixing technology, ingredient automation, and portion process; and provides screening and separating equipment for various industries, including plastics, food and pharmaceuticals, chemicals, fertilizers, minerals, energy, recycling, and other general industrials. The Molding Technology Solutions segment offers injection molding and extrusion equipment; hot runner systems; process control systems; mold bases and components; maintenance and repair services; and aftermarket parts and service for various industries, including automotive, consumer goods, medical, packaging, construction, and electronics. The company was formerly known as Batesville Holdings, Inc. and changed its name to Hillenbrand, Inc. in March 2008. Hillenbrand, Inc. was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Batesville, Indiana.
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