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Hillenbrand Inc (HI)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: HI (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
5 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $33
1 Year Target Price $33
| 2 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 2 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -21.5% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.82B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 33 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 33 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5 | Beta 1.47 | 52 Weeks Range 18.16 - 34.88 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 18.16 - 34.88 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.55% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.29 |
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 2025-08-11 | When - | Estimate 0.5 | Actual 0.51 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -0.63% | Operating Margin (TTM) 8.45% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.44% | Return on Equity (TTM) -0.79% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 9.01 | Enterprise Value 3376810250 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.64 |
Enterprise Value 3376810250 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.64 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.18 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.27 | Shares Outstanding 70482000 | Shares Floating 69849823 |
Shares Outstanding 70482000 | Shares Floating 69849823 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.98 | Percent Institutions 93.38 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Hillenbrand Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Hillenbrand Inc. has a history dating back to 1906, initially as a hardware and furniture company. It evolved into a leading provider of products and services for the plastics, death care, and process technology industries. A significant milestone was the strategic shift towards industrial businesses.
Core Business Areas
- Advanced Process Solutions (APS): Designs, engineers, manufactures, and services process equipment and systems for a variety of industries including plastics, food, and chemicals. Includes brands like Coperion, Milacron and Rotex.
- Molding Technology Solutions (MTS): This segment is focused on providing injection molding and extrusion equipment, tooling, and hot runner systems for the plastics industry. Brands include Mold-Masters.
- Batesville: Batesville manufactures and sells funeral service products, including burial caskets, cremation products, and other related services.
Leadership and Structure
Kim Ryan is the President and CEO. The company has a typical corporate structure with a board of directors and executive leadership team overseeing different business units.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Twin Screw Extruders (Coperion): Used in plastics compounding, food processing and other industries. Market share information is difficult to pinpoint across these disparate industries but Coperion is a major player within the market. Competitors include KraussMaffei Berstorff, Leistritz.
- Hot Runner Systems (Mold-Masters): Used in injection molding to control the flow of plastic. Mold-Masters is a leading brand in the hot runner market. Key competitors include Husky Injection Molding Systems, Yudo.
- Burial Caskets (Batesville): Batesville is a major player in the North American caskets market. While the exact market share is not always reported due to the fragmentation and privately held nature of some competitors, they are a dominant force. Competitors include Matthews International, private regional manufacturers.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industries Hillenbrand operates in (plastics, process solutions, and death care) are characterized by steady growth, technological advancements, and specific regional dynamics. The funeral industry is stable but faces long term secular headwinds. The plastics industry continues to grow with increased packaging demands offset by regulatory pressures and material innovations. Process solutions is highly fragmented.
Positioning
Hillenbrand is positioned as a global diversified industrial company. Competitive advantages include established brands, technological expertise, and a global service network.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for Hillenbrand's combined segments is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars, with growth opportunities in emerging markets and through technological advancements. Hillenbrand aims to increase market share within its existing segments and expand into adjacent markets.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified revenue streams
- Strong brand recognition in core segments
- Global presence
- Technological expertise
Weaknesses
- Exposure to cyclical industries
- Potential integration challenges from acquisitions
- Dependence on key suppliers
- High debt levels
Opportunities
- Expansion into emerging markets
- Growth through acquisitions
- Development of innovative products and services
- Increased demand for sustainable solutions
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
- Changes in regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ITT Inc. (ITT)
- Roper Technologies, Inc. (ROP)
- Dover Corporation (DOV)
Competitive Landscape
Hillenbrand competes in multiple sectors and its advantage varies by industry. Strong positions in particular niches and established brands, but faces competition from larger more diversified industrial players.
Major Acquisitions
LINXIS Group
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 585
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Hillenbrand's Advanced Process Solutions segment.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Hillenbrand has grown organically and through acquisitions.
Future Projections: Future growth projections can be found in analyst reports.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives can be found on Hillenbrand's website and in their investor presentations.
Summary
Hillenbrand is a diversified industrial company with strong positions in niche markets. Strategic acquisitions have fueled growth but introduce integration risks. Exposure to cyclical industries is a concern, but a focus on innovation and global expansion presents opportunities. Investors should monitor the company's debt levels and competitive landscape.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Hillenbrand Inc. Investor Relations
- SEC Filings
- Third-party financial data providers
- Analyst reports
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. Investment decisions should be made after consulting with a qualified financial advisor.
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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