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HP Inc. (NYSE:HPQ) Maintains "Equal-Weight" Rating and Adjusts Price Target

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  • Morgan Stanley updated its rating for HP Inc. (NYSE:HPQ) to "Equal-Weight," with a price target increase from $25 to $29.
  • HP is expected to report quarterly revenue of $13.15 billion, up from $12.8 billion a year ago, with earnings of 80 cents per share.
  • The stock offers an annual dividend yield of 4.09%, requiring an investment of approximately $146,830 to earn $500 monthly from dividends.

HP Inc. (NYSE:HPQ) is a renowned technology company that specializes in personal computers, printers, and related supplies, competing with tech giants like Dell and Lenovo. On May 28, 2025, Morgan Stanley updated its rating for HP Inc. (NYSE:HPQ) to "Equal-Weight," maintaining a "hold" stance. At the time of this announcement, the stock price was $27.99.

HP is set to release its second-quarter financial results after the market closes on May 28. Analysts expect earnings of 80 cents per share, slightly down from 82 cents per share in the same period last year. However, the company is expected to report quarterly revenue of $13.15 billion, up from $12.8 billion a year ago.

Morgan Stanley analyst Erik Woodring has maintained an Equal-Weight rating on HP, while raising the price target from $25 to $29. This adjustment reflects a positive outlook on the stock's potential performance. The current stock price of HPQ is $28.06, showing a decrease of approximately 1.01% with a change of $0.29.

HP offers an annual dividend yield of 4.09%, translating to a quarterly dividend of 29 cents per share. For investors aiming to earn $500 monthly from HP's dividends, they would need to own about 5,181 shares, equating to an investment of around $146,830.

The stock has traded between $27.93 and $28.35 today, with a market capitalization of approximately $26.45 billion. Over the past year, HPQ has reached a high of $39.80 and a low of $21.21. The trading volume on the NYSE is 1,179,913 shares, indicating active investor interest.

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