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Holley Inc(HLLY)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
SELL
SELL for 4 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
-26.21% ▼
LAST CLOSE
$2.61
11/10/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for HLLY

11/10/2026: HLLY (1-star) is a SELL. SELL for 4 days. Simulated Profits (-26.21%). Updated daily EoD!

Holley Inc is a well-known provider of high-performance automotive parts and systems, catering to car and truck enthusiasts. The company has a leading position in the enthusiast niche, bolstered by a portfolio of iconic brands and strong direct-to-consumer channels. Its main growth story centers on pivoting toward modern electronic fuel injection and digital tuning systems. However, the company faces risks related to discretionary consumer spending, high debt levels, and the industry-wide shift toward electric vehicles. Holley may suit investors interested in the automotive aftermarket who can tolerate volatility, though it is not a fit for those seeking dividend income or lower-risk profiles.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is largely dependent on the company's ability to successfully innovate in the electronics space and manage its acquisition-heavy model.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum is highly conditional on positive sentiment toward discretionary spending and the automotive aftermarket sector.
Value investorMixed fitValuation may appear attractive to some, but the company's debt profile requires careful scrutiny of free cash flow.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not currently offer a dividend, focusing its capital on debt repayment and growth.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh exposure to discretionary spending and past volatility makes this a higher-risk profile investment.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock has experienced significant price swings characteristic of small-cap discretionary consumer stocks.
Valuation riskMediumFuture performance depends on meeting margin targets to justify current market valuations.
Competition risk (Automotive Aftermarket)MediumIntense competition from both niche brands and large retailers puts pressure on margins.
Business qualityMediumWhile the brand portfolio is strong, the business requires ongoing operational execution across many acquired entities.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThere is no dividend income available for investors seeking yield.
Execution riskMedium / highThe success of the business model relies heavily on integrating acquisitions and managing supply chains effectively.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Highly Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Highly Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent, large price swings that make its near-term movement less predictable.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -65.38%
Avg. Invested days 18
Today’s Advisory SELL
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
HLLY receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
HLLY has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+182.5%) is partially offset by soft cash generation (FCF margin 2.2%), moderate revenue growth (+1.9%), soft profitability (net margin 3.1%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
HLLY's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (2.2% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is HLLY's strongest growth driver at +182.5% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (+1.9%, moderate) and free-cash-flow growth (-65.9%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 88.1% and approximately 66.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 5.35% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC 8.09%
Boston Partners Global Investors, Inc 5.78%
BlackRock Inc 4.65%
Wasatch Advisors LP 4.03%
Blue Owl Capital Holdings LP 3.61%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
HLLY generates approximately $411 of gross profit, $143 of operating income, and $22 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with soft cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 33.03%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
HLLY has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 317.50M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 17.4
1Y Target Price 4.01
Price to earnings Ratio 17.4
1Y Target Price 4.01
Volume (30-day avg) 1.3M shares
Beta 1.47
52 Weeks Range 2.05 - 4.48
Updated Date 11/10/2026
52 Weeks Range 2.05 - 4.48
Updated Date 11/10/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.15

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Performance Parts SalesCarburetors, exhaust systems, ignition, and fuel systems.The company makes money primarily by selling parts that automotive enthusiasts buy to improve vehicle power and performance.
Electronics & Digital TuningEFI systems and digital performance tuners.This is a higher-margin area as cars become more computerized and owners want better digital control over their engines.

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 2026-11-05
When Before Market
Estimate 0.07
Actual 0.06

Profitability

Profit Margin 3.08%
Operating Margin (TTM) 16.04%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.6%
Return on Equity (TTM) 4.22%

Valuation

Trailing PE 17.4
Forward PE 4.57
Enterprise Value 713.25M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.52
Enterprise Value 713.25M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.52
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.16
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.51
Shares Outstanding 121.65M
Shares Floating 80.34M
Shares Outstanding 121.65M
Shares Floating 80.34M
Percent Insiders 5.35
Percent Institutions 88.11

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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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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