Howden Joinery Group Plc HWDN.L
Composite 62/100; the shares have moved about 27% annualised. Names that move more contribute more risk for the same amount invested, and our composite reflects how strong the evidence for this one is right now.
Momentum ranks 31/100 — a moderate mark against it.
Balance-sheet strength ranks 75/100 — a strong point in its favour. Quality ranks 72/100 — a moderate point in its favour. Income ranks 71/100 — a moderate point in its favour.
Momentum ranks 31/100 — a moderate mark against it.
What the company does Howden Joinery Group Plc (HWDN.L) supplies kitchen, joinery, and hardware products across the UK, France, Belgium, and Ireland. Its portfolio includes cabinets, appliances, doors, and flooring, serving both trade professionals and DIY customers.
Key financials The company reports strong profitability with ROE 23.9%, ROA 9.4%, and ROCE 38.8%. Margins are healthy: gross 62.7%, operating 11.8%, and net 10.9%. Revenue grew 3.3% but EPS declined -1.6%, with a forward P/E of 15.08 and PEG of 2.28.
Stock health Balance sheet metrics are solid: debt/equity 0.62, net debt/EBITDA 0.93, and interest coverage 15.29. Liquidity is strong with a current ratio of 1.93. Dividend yield is 2.9% with a payout ratio of 44.9%.
Price vs fair value The stock trades at a **PREMIUM of 7.60%** to our fair-value estimate of 726.64 and a **discount of 28.16%** to the 12-month target of 1008.00. - Premium reflects high valuation multiples: P/E 16.08 (fwd 15.08), P/B 3.69, and EV/EBITDA 8.47. - Growth concerns: EPS growth -1.6%, revenue growth 3.3%, and weak momentum (12m -12.05%). - Strength in quality and income: Sideravia scores Quality 73.0 and Income 79.2.
Looking forward Forward PEG of 2.28 suggests valuation is stretched relative to growth. Analyst targets imply significant upside, but execution on revenue growth and margin stability will be key. Monitor trade demand and pricing power in core markets.
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