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HONDA MOTOR CO LTD-SPONS ADR (HMC) Stock Fundamental Analysis

NYSE:HMC - New York Stock Exchange, Inc. - US4381283088 - ADR - Currency: USD

31.24  -0.61 (-1.92%)

After market: 31.24 0 (0%)

Fundamental Rating

6

Overall HMC gets a fundamental rating of 6 out of 10. We evaluated HMC against 37 industry peers in the Automobiles industry. HMC has an excellent profitability rating, but there are some minor concerns on its financial health. HMC is valued quite cheap, but it does not seem to be growing.


Dividend Valuation Growth Profitability Health

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1. Profitability

1.1 Basic Checks

HMC had positive earnings in the past year.
HMC had a positive operating cash flow in the past year.
HMC had positive earnings in each of the past 5 years.
HMC had a positive operating cash flow in each of the past 5 years.
HMC Yearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCFHMC Yearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCFYearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCF 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 0 500B -500B 1T 1.5T 2T

1.2 Ratios

With an excellent Return On Assets value of 2.72%, HMC belongs to the best of the industry, outperforming 81.08% of the companies in the same industry.
Looking at the Return On Equity, with a value of 6.78%, HMC is in the better half of the industry, outperforming 78.38% of the companies in the same industry.
HMC has a better Return On Invested Capital (3.85%) than 78.38% of its industry peers.
Measured over the past 3 years, the Average Return On Invested Capital for HMC is below the industry average of 6.42%.
The last Return On Invested Capital (3.85%) for HMC is above the 3 year average (3.64%), which is a sign of increasing profitability.
Industry RankSector Rank
ROA 2.72%
ROE 6.78%
ROIC 3.85%
ROA(3y)3.02%
ROA(5y)3%
ROE(3y)7.11%
ROE(5y)7.06%
ROIC(3y)3.64%
ROIC(5y)3.36%
HMC Yearly ROA, ROE, ROICHMC Yearly ROA, ROE, ROICYearly ROA, ROE, ROIC 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2 4 6 8 10

1.3 Margins

With an excellent Profit Margin value of 3.85%, HMC belongs to the best of the industry, outperforming 86.49% of the companies in the same industry.
In the last couple of years the Profit Margin of HMC has grown nicely.
HMC's Operating Margin of 5.59% is amongst the best of the industry. HMC outperforms 83.78% of its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Operating Margin of HMC has grown nicely.
With an excellent Gross Margin value of 21.50%, HMC belongs to the best of the industry, outperforming 86.49% of the companies in the same industry.
HMC's Gross Margin has been stable in the last couple of years.
Industry RankSector Rank
OM 5.59%
PM (TTM) 3.85%
GM 21.5%
OM growth 3Y-2.23%
OM growth 5Y5.68%
PM growth 3Y-7.43%
PM growth 5Y4.77%
GM growth 3Y1.59%
GM growth 5Y0.84%
HMC Yearly Profit, Operating, Gross MarginsHMC Yearly Profit, Operating, Gross MarginsYearly Profit, Operating, Gross Margins 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 5 10 15 20

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2. Health

2.1 Basic Checks

The Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) is just above the Cost of Capital (WACC), so HMC is still creating some value.
HMC has less shares outstanding than it did 1 year ago.
The number of shares outstanding for HMC has been increased compared to 5 years ago.
The debt/assets ratio for HMC is higher compared to a year ago.
HMC Yearly Shares OutstandingHMC Yearly Shares OutstandingYearly Shares Outstanding 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 500M 1B 1.5B
HMC Yearly Total Debt VS Total AssetsHMC Yearly Total Debt VS Total AssetsYearly Total Debt VS Total Assets 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 10T 20T 30T

2.2 Solvency

HMC has an Altman-Z score of 1.67. This is a bad value and indicates that HMC is not financially healthy and even has some risk of bankruptcy.
With a decent Altman-Z score value of 1.67, HMC is doing good in the industry, outperforming 75.68% of the companies in the same industry.
HMC has a Debt/Equity ratio of 0.56. This is a neutral value indicating HMC is somewhat dependend on debt financing.
HMC's Debt to Equity ratio of 0.56 is fine compared to the rest of the industry. HMC outperforms 62.16% of its industry peers.
Industry RankSector Rank
Debt/Equity 0.56
Debt/FCF N/A
Altman-Z 1.67
ROIC/WACC1.33
WACC2.89%
HMC Yearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCFHMC Yearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCFYearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCF 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 0 2T 4T 6T 8T 10T

2.3 Liquidity

A Current Ratio of 1.36 indicates that HMC should not have too much problems paying its short term obligations.
Looking at the Current ratio, with a value of 1.36, HMC is in the better half of the industry, outperforming 62.16% of the companies in the same industry.
HMC has a Quick Ratio of 1.07. This is a normal value and indicates that HMC is financially healthy and should not expect problems in meeting its short term obligations.
The Quick ratio of HMC (1.07) is better than 67.57% of its industry peers.
Industry RankSector Rank
Current Ratio 1.36
Quick Ratio 1.07
HMC Yearly Current Assets VS Current LiabilitesHMC Yearly Current Assets VS Current LiabilitesYearly Current Assets VS Current Liabilites 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2T 4T 6T 8T 10T

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3. Growth

3.1 Past

The earnings per share for HMC have decreased strongly by -20.79% in the last year.
HMC shows a decrease in Earnings Per Share. Measured over the last years, the EPS has been decreasing by -7.21% yearly.
Looking at the last year, HMC shows a small growth in Revenue. The Revenue has grown by 6.17% in the last year.
HMC shows a small growth in Revenue. Measured over the last years, the Revenue has been growing by 7.75% yearly.
EPS 1Y (TTM)-20.79%
EPS 3Y-20.96%
EPS 5Y-7.21%
EPS Q2Q%-81.18%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)6.17%
Revenue growth 3Y14.23%
Revenue growth 5Y7.75%
Sales Q2Q%-1.28%

3.2 Future

Based on estimates for the next years, HMC will show a quite strong growth in Earnings Per Share. The EPS will grow by 17.93% on average per year.
The Revenue is expected to grow by 1.72% on average over the next years.
EPS Next Y25.54%
EPS Next 2Y17.93%
EPS Next 3YN/A
EPS Next 5YN/A
Revenue Next Year0.52%
Revenue Next 2Y1.72%
Revenue Next 3YN/A
Revenue Next 5YN/A

3.3 Evolution

When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
When comparing the Revenue growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is decreasing.
HMC Yearly Revenue VS EstimatesHMC Yearly Revenue VS EstimatesYearly Revenue VS Estimates 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 5T 10T 15T 20T
HMC Yearly EPS VS EstimatesHMC Yearly EPS VS EstimatesYearly EPS VS Estimates 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 500 1K 1.5K

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4. Valuation

4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio

HMC is valuated cheaply with a Price/Earnings ratio of 7.93.
Compared to the rest of the industry, the Price/Earnings ratio of HMC indicates a rather cheap valuation: HMC is cheaper than 89.19% of the companies listed in the same industry.
HMC's Price/Earnings ratio indicates a rather cheap valuation when compared to the S&P500 average which is at 27.25.
A Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 6.32 indicates a rather cheap valuation of HMC.
HMC's Price/Forward Earnings ratio is rather cheap when compared to the industry. HMC is cheaper than 91.89% of the companies in the same industry.
Compared to an average S&P500 Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 36.80, HMC is valued rather cheaply.
Industry RankSector Rank
PE 7.93
Fwd PE 6.32
HMC Price Earnings VS Forward Price EarningsHMC Price Earnings VS Forward Price Earnings ChartPrice Earnings - Forward Price Earnings PE FPE 10 20 30 40

4.2 Price Multiples

HMC's Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio is rather cheap when compared to the industry. HMC is cheaper than 91.89% of the companies in the same industry.
Industry RankSector Rank
P/FCF N/A
EV/EBITDA 6.62
HMC Per share dataHMC EPS, Sales, OCF, FCF, BookValue per sharePer Share Data Per Share 0 20 40 60 80 100

4.3 Compensation for Growth

The low PEG Ratio(NY), which compensates the Price/Earnings for growth, indicates a rather cheap valuation of the company.
HMC has an outstanding profitability rating, which may justify a higher PE ratio.
HMC's earnings are expected to grow with 17.93% in the coming years. This may justify a more expensive valuation.
PEG (NY)0.31
PEG (5Y)N/A
EPS Next 2Y17.93%
EPS Next 3YN/A

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5. Dividend

5.1 Amount

With a Yearly Dividend Yield of 4.24%, HMC is a good candidate for dividend investing.
Compared to an average industry Dividend Yield of 3.78, HMC pays a better dividend. On top of this HMC pays more dividend than 91.89% of the companies listed in the same industry.
HMC's Dividend Yield is rather good when compared to the S&P500 average which is at 2.34.
Industry RankSector Rank
Dividend Yield 4.24%

5.2 History

The dividend of HMC decreases each year by -7.66%.
HMC has paid a dividend for at least 10 years, which is a reliable track record.
Dividend Growth(5Y)-7.66%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years0
HMC Yearly Dividends per shareHMC Yearly Dividends per shareYearly Dividends per share 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 20 40 60 80 100

5.3 Sustainability

41.61% of the earnings are spent on dividend by HMC. This is a bit on the high side, but may be sustainable.
DP41.61%
EPS Next 2Y17.93%
EPS Next 3YN/A
HMC Yearly Income VS Free CF VS DividendHMC Yearly Income VS Free CF VS DividendYearly Income VS Free CF VS Dividend 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 0 500B -500B 1T
HMC Dividend Payout.HMC Dividend Payout, showing the Payout Ratio.HMC Dividend Payout.PayoutRetained Earnings

HONDA MOTOR CO LTD-SPONS ADR

NYSE:HMC (7/31/2025, 7:11:55 PM)

After market: 31.24 0 (0%)

31.24

-0.61 (-1.92%)

Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorConsumer Discretionary
GICS IndustryGroupAutomobiles & Components
GICS IndustryAutomobiles
Earnings (Last)05-13 2025-05-13/dmh
Earnings (Next)08-06 2025-08-06/amc
Inst Owners41.07%
Inst Owner Change-0.13%
Ins OwnersN/A
Ins Owner ChangeN/A
Market Cap42.60B
Analysts75.2
Price Target32.09 (2.72%)
Short Float %0.49%
Short Ratio6.03
Dividend
Industry RankSector Rank
Dividend Yield 4.24%
Yearly Dividend1.68
Dividend Growth(5Y)-7.66%
DP41.61%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years0
Ex-Date03-28 2025-03-28 (34)
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)1
Avg EPS beat(2)-27.29%
Min EPS beat(2)-73.88%
Max EPS beat(2)19.29%
EPS beat(4)2
Avg EPS beat(4)-28.04%
Min EPS beat(4)-73.88%
Max EPS beat(4)19.29%
EPS beat(8)5
Avg EPS beat(8)2.72%
EPS beat(12)6
Avg EPS beat(12)-0.74%
EPS beat(16)10
Avg EPS beat(16)10.16%
Revenue beat(2)1
Avg Revenue beat(2)0.46%
Min Revenue beat(2)-0.89%
Max Revenue beat(2)1.81%
Revenue beat(4)3
Avg Revenue beat(4)0.68%
Min Revenue beat(4)-0.89%
Max Revenue beat(4)1.81%
Revenue beat(8)4
Avg Revenue beat(8)0.08%
Revenue beat(12)6
Avg Revenue beat(12)0.08%
Revenue beat(16)8
Avg Revenue beat(16)0.23%
PT rev (1m)0.69%
PT rev (3m)-0.72%
EPS NQ rev (1m)10.86%
EPS NQ rev (3m)-1.35%
EPS NY rev (1m)1.45%
EPS NY rev (3m)1.57%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)0.25%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)-1.2%
Revenue NY rev (1m)0%
Revenue NY rev (3m)-0.13%
Valuation
Industry RankSector Rank
PE 7.93
Fwd PE 6.32
P/S 0.29
P/FCF N/A
P/OCF 21.63
P/B 0.51
P/tB 0.56
EV/EBITDA 6.62
EPS(TTM)3.94
EY12.61%
EPS(NY)4.94
Fwd EY15.82%
FCF(TTM)-2.75
FCFYN/A
OCF(TTM)1.44
OCFY4.62%
SpS107.24
BVpS60.95
TBVpS55.38
PEG (NY)0.31
PEG (5Y)N/A
Profitability
Industry RankSector Rank
ROA 2.72%
ROE 6.78%
ROCE 5.48%
ROIC 3.85%
ROICexc 4.89%
ROICexgc 5.23%
OM 5.59%
PM (TTM) 3.85%
GM 21.5%
FCFM N/A
ROA(3y)3.02%
ROA(5y)3%
ROE(3y)7.11%
ROE(5y)7.06%
ROIC(3y)3.64%
ROIC(5y)3.36%
ROICexc(3y)4.65%
ROICexc(5y)4.25%
ROICexgc(3y)4.94%
ROICexgc(5y)15.11%
ROCE(3y)5.42%
ROCE(5y)5.03%
ROICexcg growth 3Y-46.73%
ROICexcg growth 5Y7.95%
ROICexc growth 3Y6.2%
ROICexc growth 5Y7.78%
OM growth 3Y-2.23%
OM growth 5Y5.68%
PM growth 3Y-7.43%
PM growth 5Y4.77%
GM growth 3Y1.59%
GM growth 5Y0.84%
F-Score4
Asset Turnover0.7
Health
Industry RankSector Rank
Debt/Equity 0.56
Debt/FCF N/A
Debt/EBITDA 3.55
Cap/Depr 114.08%
Cap/Sales 3.91%
Interest Coverage 2.76
Cash Conversion 14.93%
Profit Quality N/A
Current Ratio 1.36
Quick Ratio 1.07
Altman-Z 1.67
F-Score4
WACC2.89%
ROIC/WACC1.33
Cap/Depr(3y)92.78%
Cap/Depr(5y)88.03%
Cap/Sales(3y)3.54%
Cap/Sales(5y)3.58%
Profit Quality(3y)N/A
Profit Quality(5y)N/A
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)-20.79%
EPS 3Y-20.96%
EPS 5Y-7.21%
EPS Q2Q%-81.18%
EPS Next Y25.54%
EPS Next 2Y17.93%
EPS Next 3YN/A
EPS Next 5YN/A
Revenue 1Y (TTM)6.17%
Revenue growth 3Y14.23%
Revenue growth 5Y7.75%
Sales Q2Q%-1.28%
Revenue Next Year0.52%
Revenue Next 2Y1.72%
Revenue Next 3YN/A
Revenue Next 5YN/A
EBIT growth 1Y-12.19%
EBIT growth 3Y11.68%
EBIT growth 5Y13.88%
EBIT Next Year24143.9%
EBIT Next 3Y542.52%
EBIT Next 5YN/A
FCF growth 1Y-500.6%
FCF growth 3YN/A
FCF growth 5YN/A
OCF growth 1Y-60.9%
OCF growth 3Y-44.18%
OCF growth 5Y-21.49%