Houlihan Lokey Stock - analyst consensus and strategy snapshot
17.06.2026 - 17:39:18 | ad-hoc-news.de
Edited by ad hoc news Operations & Strategy Desk. Verified prior to publication on 06/17/2026, 17:36 CET. Details in the imprint.
Houlihan Lokey (US4415931009) is drawing midweek attention as investors revisit the advisory firm's role in global M&A and restructuring cycles. With no fresh company release on Wednesday, the spotlight is on the latest analyst consensus and the group’s operating strategy.
All news and key data on Houlihan Lokey stock
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What the consensus shows now
Houlihan Lokey generates most of its revenue from financial advisory, with a focus on M&A, restructuring and financial sponsors, which makes earnings sensitive to deal volumes and credit cycles. Consensus data compiled on major financial portals still reflects that cyclicality.
On recent estimates, analysts expect the group to deliver low-to-mid single-digit revenue growth in the current fiscal year after a softer deal environment in 2023, followed by a reacceleration as M&A and restructuring pipelines normalize. Operating margins are generally modeled in a mid-20% range.
Wednesday focus on operations and strategy
Operationally, Houlihan Lokey positions itself as an independent advisory firm with no balance-sheet lending, which management has long argued supports conflict-free advice and resilient margins across cycles. The firm emphasizes sector-specialist teams in areas such as industrials, technology and financial institutions.
In past presentations, management has highlighted the diversification between M&A and restructuring, with countercyclical restructuring work partly offsetting slower strategic deal activity in downturns. All told, that mix remains central to the firm’s strategy as credit conditions periodically tighten.
How the company makes money
Houlihan Lokey makes money primarily through advisory fees on M&A transactions, restructuring mandates, fairness opinions and financial consulting engagements. Fees are typically tied to completed transactions or milestones, which means revenue can be lumpy quarter to quarter as large deals close.
Where the stock trades today
The shares of Houlihan Lokey (US4415931009) trade on the New York Stock Exchange at $121.65 as of 06/17/2026, 17:30 CET.
Key facts on Houlihan Lokey stock
- Company: Houlihan Lokey Inc.
- ISIN: US4415931009
- WKN: A143U8
- Ticker: HLI
- Venue: NYSE
- Price (as of 06/17/2026, 17:30 CET): 121.65 USD
- Market cap: 8,400,000,000 USD (as of 06/17/2026)
- Sector / Industry: Financials / Investment Banking & Brokerage
- Index membership: S&P 400 MidCap
- Next earnings date: 07/30/2026
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