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HLNE Stock Forecast: Hamilton Lane, Inc. Price Predictions for 2026-2027

Last close, 29 Oct 2026
$86
+3.55% on the day

The 8 Wall Street analysts covering Hamilton Lane, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $117 — +36.0% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 76 of 100 as at 29 Oct 2026 — inside the top quartile. Here, the model and the Street point the same way.

Market cap
$5.7B
Ticker Nerd rank
76/ 100
Median analyst target
$117
Analysts covering
8
Revenue$275.3M+56.5% y/y
Operating income$126.5M
Net income$124.9M
Free cash flow$75.3M
Quarterly, 8 quarters to 30 June 2026 · latest quarter's figure shown
Total return, dividends reinvested
1W
+0.4%
1M
−0.2%
YTD
−35.1%
1Y
−24.2%
From 52W high
−43.4%
From 52W low
+16.8%
$73
$151
52-week range, adjusted closes · the dot is the last close
Ticker Nerd rank

HLNE stock analysis: one number for the whole business

Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Hamilton Lane, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.

Where the model ranks itAs at 29 Oct 2026
76/ 100

Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested

Quality
98
Growth
93
Value
84
Volatility
75
Revisions
72
Issuance
67
Momentum
34
Size
24
Accruals
12

Quality (98): The business earns solid, repeatable profits on what it owns.

Accruals (12): A large share of reported profit has not shown up as cash, or the balance sheet is expanding quickly — both tend to unwind.

Built and run by Aslam Ghouse, an ex-Goldman Sachs systematic trader with 15+ years in markets.

Wall Street

HLNE stock forecast 2026-2027: analyst price targets & predictions

The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on HLNE, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.

Share price and the analyst range, 12 monthsAdjusted close, US dollars
$60$80$100$120$140$160$180Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26Oct 26HLNEHigh $171Median $117Low $95

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Data provided by Twelve Data

What Wall Street says8 analysts
7 Buy1 Hold0 Sell
Low $95Median $117High $171

The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +36.0% from it.

Recent analyst actionsNewest first

Of the 20 most recent actions, 3 moved their price target up and 6 moved it down.

DateFirmActionRatingTarget
27 Oct 2026BMO CapitalMaintainsOutperform$116 → $95
13 Oct 2026UBSMaintainsBuy$131 → $115
13 Oct 2026UBSMaintainsBuy—
2 Oct 2026Wells FargoInitiatesOverweight$103
2 Oct 2026Wells FargoInitiatesOverweight—
27 Aug 2026OppenheimerMaintainsOutperform—
27 Aug 2026OppenheimerMaintainsOutperform$182 → $181
5 Aug 2026Keefe, Bruyette & WoodsMaintainsOutperform$105 → $116
5 Aug 2026Keefe, Bruyette & WoodsMaintainsOutperform—
5 Aug 2026OppenheimerMaintainsOutperform—
5 Aug 2026OppenheimerMaintainsOutperform$174 → $182
5 Aug 2026UBSMaintainsBuy—
5 Aug 2026UBSMaintainsBuy$114 → $131
21 July 2026Morgan StanleyMaintainsEqual-Weight$141 → $123
21 July 2026Morgan StanleyMaintainsEqual-Weight—
17 July 2026OppenheimerMaintainsOutperform$176 → $174
17 July 2026OppenheimerMaintainsOutperform—
10 July 2026Keefe, Bruyette & WoodsMaintainsOutperform$115 → $105
10 July 2026Keefe, Bruyette & WoodsMaintainsOutperform—
30 June 2026Goldman SachsMaintainsBuy—

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

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Performance

HLNE vs the S&P 500

Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.

Over the twelve months to 29 Oct 2026, Hamilton Lane, Inc. returned −24.2% against +13.1% for the S&P 500, dividends included.

HLNE vs S&P 500, last 12 monthsTotal return, rebased to 100
6080100120140Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26Oct 26HLNES&P 500

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Data provided by Twelve Data

Estimates

HLNE analyst estimate revisions

Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.

Which way the estimates are movingNext fiscal year
EPS revision, 90 days
+18.3%
Analysts raising
2
Analysts cutting
0
Fundamentals

Hamilton Lane, Inc. (HLNE) financial data

A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.

Valuation
Trailing P/E
13.1×

Cheaper than 50% of US stocks

Price / sales
6.7×

Cheaper than 18% of US stocks

Price / book
3.9×

Cheaper than 24% of US stocks

EV / EBITDA
11.6×

Cheaper than 32% of US stocks

Growth & margins
Revenue growth (YoY)
56.5%

Higher than 88% of US stocks

Earnings growth (YoY)
49.7%

Higher than 74% of US stocks

Gross margin
69.7%

Higher than 82% of US stocks

Operating margin
45.9%

Higher than 94% of US stocks

Net margin
32.1%

Higher than 90% of US stocks

Returns & dividend
Return on equity
32.4%

Higher than 89% of US stocks

Return on assets
10.8%

Higher than 93% of US stocks

Dividend yield
2.8%

Higher than 85% of US dividend payers

Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.

Key statistics

Hamilton Lane, Inc. (HLNE) statistics: revenue, profit & scale

The headline figures, each with its date. Every row carries its own link — cite it straight from here.

  • Hamilton Lane, Inc. has a market value of $5.7B and an enterprise value of $4.4B.

  • Revenue in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $858.4M. The latest quarter grew 56.5% year on year.

  • Net income over the same four quarters: $435.5M, a 50.7% net margin.

  • Free cash flow in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $366.8M.

  • Hamilton Lane, Inc. spent $75.2M on share buybacks and $143.6M on dividends in the twelve months to 30 June 2026.

  • Shares outstanding: 55.2M.

  • Trailing P/E: 13.1×; forward P/E: 11.6× — the forward figure prices analyst consensus estimates, not reported earnings.

  • Forward dividend yield: 2.80%, paying out 34% of earnings.

  • Hamilton Lane, Inc. employs 800 people — $1.1M of revenue per employee.

Statement figures: company filings via Twelve Data, four quarters to 30 June 2026 · market figures as at 30 Oct 2026

Data provided by Twelve Data

Peers

HLNE vs competitors

The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.

Its peer group, ranked by the same modelAsset Management
CompanyMarket capTKN rank
HLNEHamilton Lane, Inc.$5.7B76
HASIHA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc.$4.8B65
OTFBlue Owl Technology Finance Corp$4.5B54
FHIFederated Hermes, Inc.$4.4B93
STEPStepStone Group, Inc.$5.4B13
CNSCohen & Steers, Inc. (New York)$3.7B66
WTWisdomTree, Inc.$3.3B69

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News

Latest HLNE news & analysis

Weatherbie Specialized Growth Fund Q3 2026 Portfolio Update

Seeking Alpha · 28 Oct 2026positive

Hamilton Lane shares contributed positively to the Weatherbie Specialized Growth Fund during the quarter, following stronger-than-expected revenue and earnings.

Why it matters — The update indicates Hamilton Lane's reported revenue and earnings supported its positive contribution to the fund during the quarter.

Hamilton Lane (HLNE) Earnings Expected to Grow: What to Know Ahead of Next Week's Release

Zacks Investment Research · 27 Oct 2026negative

A Zacks Investment Research article says Hamilton Lane lacks the combination of two key ingredients that would support a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report, and previews expectations ahead of the release.

Why it matters — HLNE watchers may find the article’s earnings-beat assessment relevant as they follow the upcoming results.

Hamilton Lane: AI's Biggest Returns Have Been Private

Bloomberg Technology · 19 Oct 2026neutral

Hamilton Lane Executive Co-Chairman Erik Hirsch said AI-generated wealth has so far accrued largely in private markets, as technology companies stay private longer and draw on deeper capital pools. He discussed access to private AI firms, including OpenAI and Anthropic, through funds, secondaries and co-investments, and noted that IPOs are no longer the default for most technology companies.

Why it matters — The remarks describe how Hamilton Lane’s venture and growth relationships provide exposure to private AI companies and reflect the role of private markets in technology investing.

Hamilton Lane Announces Leadership Evolution: Hartley Rogers Named Co-Chief Executive Officer Alongside Juan Delgado-Moreira

PRNewsWire · 15 Oct 2026neutral

Hamilton Lane named Hartley Rogers Co-Chief Executive Officer alongside Juan Delgado-Moreira. Erik Hirsch was named Executive Co-Chairman, focused on strategic initiatives to advance the firm’s growth.

Why it matters — The leadership changes are relevant to HLNE watchers tracking the company’s executive structure and strategic priorities.

Tokenization Gains Ground & ETFs Have Room to Grow

ETF Trends · 12 Oct 2026neutral

The ETF Trends headline says tokenization is gaining ground, while ETFs still have room to grow. The excerpt notes that despite years of attention, most asset managers are still watching tokenization from the sidelines.

Why it matters — A Hamilton Lane watcher may note the item’s focus on tokenization and evolving opportunities in asset management, although the excerpt does not discuss Hamilton Lane specifically.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about HLNE stock

What is the HLNE stock price forecast for 2026-2027?

The 8 Wall Street analysts covering Hamilton Lane, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $117, with estimates ranging from $95 to $171. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Is HLNE stock a buy right now?

Of the 8 analysts covering Hamilton Lane, Inc., 7 rate it a Buy, 1 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Hamilton Lane, Inc. 76 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 29 Oct 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.

How does Ticker Nerd's model rank HLNE?

As at 29 Oct 2026, Hamilton Lane, Inc. ranks 76 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Quality (98 of 100).

Will HLNE stock go up?

No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 8 analysts implies +36.0% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Hamilton Lane, Inc. 76 out of 100 as at 29 Oct 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.

What is the HLNE stock forecast for 2030?

No analyst covering Hamilton Lane, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for HLNE are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $95 to $171 over the next 12 months.

How has HLNE stock performed over the past year?

Hamilton Lane, Inc. returned -24.2% over the 12 months to 29 Oct 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.

What does Hamilton Lane, Inc. do?

Hamilton Lane Inc. Class A is a private markets investment management company that provides solutions for institutional and private wealth clients.

What is the latest news on HLNE?

The most recent item we track (Seeking Alpha, 28 Oct 2026): "Weatherbie Specialized Growth Fund Q3 2026 Portfolio Update". Hamilton Lane shares contributed positively to the Weatherbie Specialized Growth Fund during the quarter, following stronger-than-expected revenue and earnings.

Company

About Hamilton Lane, Inc.

Hamilton Lane Inc. Class A is a private markets investment management company that provides solutions for institutional and private wealth clients. Hamilton Lane Inc. Class A focuses on designing, building, managing, and monitoring portfolios across private equity, private credit, and related private market strategies. Its services include customized separate accounts, specialized funds, advisory services, distribution management, and reporting and analytics tools that help clients access and oversee alternative investments. The company serves a global client base across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, positioning Hamilton Lane Inc. Class A as a specialized platform in the broader asset management industry. Its business is centered on portfolio construction, manager selection, and ongoing oversight for private market allocations, making it an important participant in the institutional alternatives ecosystem.

CEO Mr. Erik R. Hirsch · 800 employees · United States · https://www.hamiltonlane.com