Hubbell Inc Shares Rise 3.34% Amid Analyst Estimates

Hubbell Inc (HUBB) shares rose 3.34% to $432.39 on Jul 17, reaching an intraday high of $434.61. The stock is 10.17% below its 52-week high and 44.41% above its 52-week low. Analysts forecast an average target price of $428.60, indicating a 0.88% downside from the current price. The estimated GF Value is $374.66, suggesting a 13.35% downside from the current price.

Hubbell Inc (HUBB) shares rose 3.34% to $432.39 on July 17, reaching an intraday high of $434.61. The stock is currently 10.17% below its 52-week high of $481.35 and 44.41% above its 52-week low of $299.43 [1]. The stock's recent performance has been driven by a combination of positive analyst forecasts and technical indicators.

Based on the one-year price targets from 10 analysts, the average target price for HUBB stands at $428.60, with a high estimate of $450.00 and a low estimate of $383.00. This implies a potential downside of 0.88% from the current price of $432.39 [1]. The consensus recommendation from 14 brokerage firms is 2.5, indicating an "Outperform" status [1].

GuruFocus estimates the GF Value for HUBB in one year to be $374.66, suggesting a downside of 13.35% from the current price of $432.39. GF Value is calculated based on historical multiples and future performance estimates [1].

In addition to analyst forecasts, Hubbell's performance metrics indicate strong fundamentals. The company's Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) has grown to 22%, outpacing the industry average of 12%. Over the past five years, Hubbell's ROCE has increased, along with a 21% rise in capital employed. This trend suggests a robust business model and ample reinvestment opportunities [2].

However, the company faces potential risks. Hubbell Realty has filed a lawsuit against the city of Bondurant, Iowa, alleging that the city changed a road design mid-construction, impacting the development project. The lawsuit claims that the changes will cost Hubbell millions and decrease land value, favoring another developer. Bondurant disputes the allegations, stating that the changes were for safety improvements [3].

On July 21, 2025, Hubbell's 15-minute chart triggered a KDJ Death Cross, accompanied by a bearish Marubozu, indicating a shift in momentum towards the downside. Sellers currently dominate the market, suggesting that bearish momentum may continue [4].

References:
[1] https://www.gurufocus.com/news/2985420/hubbell-inc-hubb-shares-up-334-on-jul-17
[2] https://simplywall.st/stocks/us/capital-goods/nyse-hubb/hubbell/news/we-like-hubbells-nysehubb-returns-and-heres-how-theyre-trend
[3] https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/crime-and-courts/2025/07/21/hubbell-realty-bondurant-apartment-road-design-lawsuit/85249661007/
[4] The article generated by GuruFocus and Simply Wall St.