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Honest Company Inc (HNST)

Honest Company Inc (HNST) 3-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/05/2025: HNST (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Upturn Star Rating

Upturn 3 star rating for performance

Moderate Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.

Number of Analysts

2 star rating from financial analysts

7 Analysts rated it

Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.

1 Year Target Price $6.79

1 Year Target Price $6.79

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$6.79 Target price
52w Low $2.31
Current$3.3
52w High $8.97

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 121.06%
Avg. Invested days 31
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Advisory Performance Upturn Advisory Performance icon 3.0
Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance icon 5.0
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 11/05/2025

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 367.19M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 55
1Y Target Price 6.79
Price to earnings Ratio 55
1Y Target Price 6.79
Volume (30-day avg) 7
Beta 2.28
52 Weeks Range 2.31 - 8.97
Updated Date 11/6/2025
52 Weeks Range 2.31 - 8.97
Updated Date 11/6/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.06

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-11-05
When -
Estimate -0.0057
Actual 0.007

Profitability

Profit Margin 1.66%
Operating Margin (TTM) 3.09%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 1.23%
Return on Equity (TTM) 4.09%

Valuation

Trailing PE 55
Forward PE 18.83
Enterprise Value 353789031
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.94
Enterprise Value 353789031
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.94
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.91
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 25.49
Shares Outstanding 111269491
Shares Floating 95490364
Shares Outstanding 111269491
Shares Floating 95490364
Percent Insiders 12.82
Percent Institutions 56.73

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Honest Company Inc

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

The Honest Company Inc. was founded in 2012 by Jessica Alba and Christopher Gavigan. Initially focused on eco-friendly baby products, it expanded into various personal care and household goods. The company went public in May 2021.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Diapers and Wipes: Focuses on providing eco-friendly and hypoallergenic diapers and wipes for babies.
  • Skin and Personal Care: Offers a range of skincare, haircare, and personal care products for adults and children, emphasizing clean ingredients.
  • Household and Cleaning: Provides eco-friendly cleaning products and household essentials.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Carla Vernu00f3n serves as Chief Executive Officer. The company has a typical corporate structure with departments such as marketing, finance, operations, and product development.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Diapers: Eco-friendly diapers are a core product, competing with brands like Pampers and Huggies. Market share data is dynamic and varies by region, but Honest aims for premium positioning. Direct competitors are Pampers (PG), Huggies (KMB), and Seventh Generation (Unilever).
  • Wipes: Plant-based wipes designed for gentle cleaning. Competing with brands like Pampers and Huggies. Market share data is dynamic and varies by region. Direct competitors are Pampers (PG), Huggies (KMB), and WaterWipes.
  • Hand Sanitizer: Clean and effective hand sanitizers for personal hygiene. Competes with Purell (GOJO) and various private label brands. Market share information is not readily available.
  • Lip Balm: Moisturizing lip balms are the go-to for every day lip care. Competes with EOS (Evolution of Smooth) and Chapstick (Haleon). Market share information is not readily available.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The market focuses on consumer packaged goods (CPG) in the baby care, personal care, and cleaning sectors. Growing consumer demand for natural, sustainable, and transparent products are on the rise.

Positioning

Honest Company focuses on offering premium, eco-friendly products appealing to environmentally conscious consumers. It competes on product quality, brand image, and sustainability.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global eco-friendly CPG market is projected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars. Honest Company aims to capture a significant share by targeting health-conscious and environmentally aware consumers.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand reputation for natural and eco-friendly products
  • High brand awareness driven by celebrity founder
  • Direct-to-consumer (DTC) capabilities
  • Focus on clean and sustainable ingredients

Weaknesses

  • Higher price points compared to conventional products
  • Past controversies related to ingredient claims
  • Limited profitability
  • Supply chain vulnerabilities

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new product categories and markets
  • Increased focus on sustainability and ethical sourcing
  • Partnerships with retailers and e-commerce platforms
  • Growing consumer demand for natural and organic products

Threats

  • Intense competition from established CPG companies
  • Changing consumer preferences
  • Economic downturns affecting consumer spending
  • Regulatory scrutiny of ingredient claims

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • PG
  • KMB
  • CL
  • UN

Competitive Landscape

Honest Company faces intense competition from larger, well-established CPG companies. Its advantage lies in its brand image and focus on natural ingredients, but it must overcome higher price points and operational challenges.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Honest Company experienced initial growth driven by the brand's appeal and DTC strategy. Post-IPO growth has faced challenges due to competition and operational issues.

Future Projections: Future growth depends on successful product innovation, market expansion, and improved profitability. Analyst estimates vary.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives have focused on streamlining operations, reducing costs, and launching new product lines.

Summary

Honest Company has built a strong brand around natural and eco-friendly products, particularly in the baby care sector. However, it faces challenges in profitability and competition from larger CPG companies. Future success depends on product innovation, market expansion, and efficient operations. The company needs to carefully manage supply chains and maintain its brand reputation.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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  • Market Research Reports
  • Analyst Reports
  • Yahoo Finance

Disclaimers:

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About Honest Company Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Los Angeles, CA, United States
IPO Launch date 2021-05-04
CEO & Director Ms. Carla Vernon
Sector Consumer Defensive
Industry Household & Personal Products
Full time employees 164
Full time employees 164

The Honest Company, Inc. manufactures and sells diapers and wipes, skin and personal care, and household and wellness products. It offers baby care products, mama care products, baby clothing, and diaper bags; skin care products, including cleansers, moisturizers, serums and treatments, eye creams, and skincare kits; and face, eye, and lip makeup products, as well as makeup kits and brushes. The company also provides shower and bath products, hair care, face and body lotion, body care kits, and vitamins and supplements. In addition, it sells its products through digital and retail sales channels, such as its website and third-party ecommerce sites, as well as brick and mortar retailers. The Honest Company, Inc. was incorporated in 2011 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.