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Hamilton Lane Incorporated (HLNE)

POSITIVE
Financial ServicesAsset ManagementUnited States

Fundamental

82

Price

$105.67

Market Cap

$5.87B

Part 1 · What the company is worth

Overview

Hamilton Lane Incorporated is a private equity and venture capital firm specializing in early venture, emerging growth, turnaround, middle market, mature, mid-venture, bridge, buyout, distressed/vulture, loan, mezzanine in growth capital companies. The firm manages alternative investment strategies like direct credit, direct, fund of fund, evergreen and real assets. For primary and secondary fund of fund investments, the firm focuses to invest in private equity, buyout, special situations, credit, growth equity, middle market, mature, turnarounds, mezzanine and venture capital funds. The firm prefers to invest in disruptive technologies and innovative companies. It prefers to invest in space, engine, alternative energy resources, environmental & facilities services, households durables, leisure products, textiles, manufacturing services, water purification, online training service, healthcare services & technology, energy, industrials, commercial services, internet software & services, consumer discretionary, health care, real estate, information technology, tech-enabled businesses, financials, utilities, and consumer services. The firm prefers to invest in Africa/Middle East, Asia/Pacific, Europe, Southeast Asia, Korea, China, India, Latin America and Caribbean, United States of America, New York, Florida, Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Washington, California and surrounding states, Australia, Japan, Brazil, United Kingdom, and Canada. The firm prefers to invest between $0.25 million and $100 million in companies with small- to mid-sized enterprise values. It prefers to take majority stake. Hamilton Lane Incorporated was founded in 1991 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with additional offices across Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and the Middle East.

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Balance Sheet & Liquidity

Revenue

$858M

Trailing 12 months (through 6/30/2026)

Net Income

$276M

Trailing 12 months (through 6/30/2026)

Free Cash Flow

$419M

Total Equity

$915M

Total Liabilities

$838M

Current Ratio

1.22

Interest Coverage

-

Debt/EBITDA

0.95

Earnings Per Share

Revenue & Net Income

Free Cash Flow

Income Breakdown

Historical statement

Margins over time

Debt over time

How heavy the debt is

Growth grid

Growth — Revenue

Fair Value Estimation

Fairly Valued

Fair Value

$111.70

Current Price

$105.67

Margin of Safety

+5.4%

Fair Value Range

$79.19 - $144.21

Estimation Methods

Analyst Target:$133.57
DCF:-
PE-based:$88.64
Graham Growth:$156.57
EPV:$48.52
Analyst Consensus:Strong Buy (11B / 2H / 0S)
Last Earnings Surprise:+23.39%

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio

20.90

ROE

27.2%

P/B Ratio

-

P/FCF

0.00

Gross Margin

-

ROIC

-

Profitability Radar

Value Creation (Economic Moat)

ROIC

-

WACC

10.6%

ROIC − WACC

-

Fundamental Analysis Criteria

Passed (15)

  • EPS shows upward trend
  • EPS CAGR 41.66%
  • Price CAGR 12.89%
  • Debt/Equity ratio
  • Positive Free Cash Flow
  • CapEx intensity
  • Debt/EBITDA
  • Return on Tangible Assets
  • Low reliance on intangibles
  • ROE 31.0%
  • Revenue Growth 5Y 17.3%
  • Analyst Consensus 85% Buy
  • Earnings Surprise avg 19.3%
  • Earnings Quality (OCF/NI) 1.35
  • Net Margin Trend 32.1% vs 30.7%

Failed (3)

  • DCF valuation (Unknown)
  • PEG Ratio 2.25
  • Piotroski F-Score 4/9

Unavailable (10)

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  • Gross Margin NaN%
  • P/FCF 0.00
  • P/B Ratio NaN
  • Dividend Payout NaN%
  • Operating Margin NaN%
  • Current Ratio
  • Interest Coverage
  • Price below Graham Number
  • Share Dilution (missing shares data)

Piotroski F-Score

4/9

Mixed signals: some areas need attention

score
criteria

Earnings Quality

1.35

High quality: earnings backed by cash

Share Dilution

-

Buying back shares. Shareholder friendly

Governance

Executive Team

NameTitleAge
Mr. Erik R. HirschCo-CEO & Member of the Board52
Dr. Juan M. Delgado-Moreira C.F.A., Ph.D.Co-CEO & Director54
Ms. Andrea F. KramerChief Operating Officer-
Mr. Jeffrey B. ArmbristerCFO & Treasurer52
Mr. Drew Thomas Carl CPAMD & Chief Accounting Officer43
Ms. Lydia Ann Gavalis J.D.General Counsel & Secretary61
Mr. Mario Lucio GianniniExecutive Co-Chairman71
Mr. Hartley Raymond RogersExecutive Co-Chairman64
Mr. Robert D. ShinChief Compliance Officer & Chief Risk Officer-
Ms. Lucy MacNicholPrincipal & Head of Corporate Communications-

Audit Risk

4

Board Risk

10

Compensation Risk

10

Shareholder Rights Risk

10

Part 2 · The price and when to enter

This part won't tell you whether the company is worth owning: it helps you choose when to buy it, once the fundamentals have convinced you. Inside: technical analysis, potential, historical drawdowns, gamma exposure.

Latest News

Recent headlines for HLNE, sourced from Markets Gazette.

  • 7/1/2026POSITIVE
    Hamilton Lane Targets $220 Million for First China Yuan Fund

    Hamilton Lane Inc., a prominent global private markets investment management firm with $1 trillion in assets under management, is launching its inaugural yuan-denominated fund. This new vehicle aims to raise $220 million, specifically targeting discounted Chinese assets. The move signals a strategic expansion into the Chinese market, leveraging potential opportunities arising from current market conditions. For investors, this presents a unique chance to gain exposure to undervalued Chinese private market opportunities through a specialized fund managed by a reputable firm.

  • 4/27/2026NEGATIVE
    Hamilton Lane Shares Slide Following Hunterbrook Short Report

    Hamilton Lane Inc. experienced a significant share price decline on Monday afternoon subsequent to the release of a critical short report by Hunterbrook Media. While the specific allegations within the report have not been detailed, the market's reaction indicates investor concern. The report's publication has triggered a sell-off, suggesting that the claims made by Hunterbrook Media may have a material impact on the company's valuation or future prospects. Investors will be closely monitoring any official response from Hamilton Lane and further details from the short-seller.

  • 3/13/2026NEUTRAL
    'There Is No Private Credit Bubble' Says Hamilton Lane

    Hamilton Lane, a prominent alternative asset management firm, has stated in its latest market overview that it does not perceive a 'private credit bubble.' This assertion comes amid growing market discussions about the rapid expansion and potential risks within the private credit sector. The firm's view suggests a confidence in the underlying fundamentals and risk management practices prevalent in the private credit market, potentially reassuring investors and stakeholders who might be concerned about systemic risks. This perspective could influence investor allocation strategies towards private credit.

  • 3/12/2026NEUTRAL
    Hamilton Lane's Hirsch Not Seeing Warning Signs in Private Credit

    Erik Hirsch, co-CEO of Hamilton Lane, addressed prevailing concerns about the private credit market, attributing current investor redemption pressures to "contagious fear" rather than fundamental weaknesses. While acknowledging the market's anxieties, Hirsch's commentary suggests a belief that the underlying health of private credit remains robust. This perspective, shared on Bloomberg Markets, implies that the current market sentiment may not accurately reflect the true value or stability of private credit investments. Investors should note this divergence between sentiment and fundamentals.

  • 2/23/2026POSITIVE
    Domino's, Keysight Technologies And 3 Stocks To Watch Heading Into Monday

    Hamilton Lane (HLNE) stands out among the stocks to watch at the start of the trading week. While market attention is focused on the upcoming earnings reports from companies like Domino's Pizza (DPZ) and Keysight Technologies (KEYS), and with U.S. stock futures pointing lower, Hamilton Lane has provided a specific positive catalyst. The company has announced a new share buyback plan. This move is typically interpreted as a strong signal of confidence from management, suggesting they believe the stock is undervalued at its current price. For investors, a buyback can support the stock price by reducing the number of outstanding shares and increasing earnings per share (EPS), making HLNE a particularly interesting case in an otherwise cautious market environment.

via Markets Gazette