HP Inc. (HPQ)

In the past six months, HP Inc.'s stock price has declined by 25.48%, and is down 25.18% year-to-date. Key events impacting the stock include the Q2 2025 earnings report, where HP Inc. reported non-GAAP diluted net EPS of $0.71, missing analyst expectations due to higher-than-expected tariff costs. HP Inc. has continued its quarterly dividend payments. The company is accelerating its "Future Ready Plan," aiming to achieve at least $2 billion in gross annual run-rate structural savings by the end of fiscal year 2025. HP is strategically focusing on AI-enabled PCs to drive future growth.

Demand for HP Inc.'s products and services exhibits seasonality, with the fourth fiscal quarter typically being the strongest due to back-to-school and holiday purchases. Historically, HP's EPS is stronger in the second half of the fiscal year. Demand is influenced by economic conditions, seasonal trends, and regional variations. The company anticipates that the Windows 11 refresh and the increasing adoption of AI PCs will contribute to stronger Personal Systems revenue in the latter half of the year.

HP Inc. is a global technology company based in Palo Alto, California, focused on developing and selling personal computers, printers, and related supplies. It operates in the information technology industry, encompassing computer hardware, software, IT services, and computer manufacturing, and is recognized as one of the world's largest PC manufacturers. The company's products include laptops, desktops, workstations, tablets, consumer and commercial printers, ink, toner supplies, and scanning devices. HP Inc. is also involved in innovative solutions like 3D printing and large-format printing, and provides related technologies, solutions, and services, including displays, retail point-of-sale systems, hybrid systems, and various software and subscription models.

HP Inc. has a significant global presence, operating in over 170 countries across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. While headquartered in Palo Alto, California, HP has manufacturing and operational sites worldwide, including in Ireland, Vietnam, Thailand, India, Mexico, and the U.S. By the end of June 2025, nearly all products sold in North America are expected to be manufactured outside of China.

HP Inc. has engaged in initiatives that could positively impact its brand reputation, such as a multi-year partnership with Sir Lewis Hamilton's global foundation, Mission 44, to increase access to technology and STEM skills. There is a risk that events or conduct adversely affecting the reputation of Hewlett Packard Enterprise could also negatively impact HP Inc.'s reputation due to shared legacy branding.

HP Inc. has a diverse shareholder base, with institutional investors holding a significant portion of the company's stock. As of recent filings, HP Inc. has 1985 institutional owners holding a total of 881,667,058 shares. Major institutional owners include Vanguard Group Inc., BlackRock, Inc., State Street Corp, Dodge & Cox, Geode Capital Management, Llc, Bank Of America Corp /de/, and Primecap Management Co/ca/. Berkshire Hathaway Inc. is the largest individual shareholder, owning 97.85 million shares, representing 10.42% of the company. Overall, institutional shareholders own 79.53% of HP Inc., insiders own 16.24%, and retail investors hold 4.23%.