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Howard Hughes (HHH.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 40% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Analysis framework by , founder of TradeDesk · Data: EODHD, official filings (SEC) · Updated
Price history for Howard Hughes (HHH.US) – stock price at 63.13 $, September 2026
Howard Hughes stock price – price development 2026. Updated Sep 16, 2026.
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Howard Hughes Price Target 2026: Analysts See 42% Upside

The average price target for Howard Hughes is $89.67. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 42.04% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Howard Hughes overvalued or undervalued?

Howard Hughes is currently undervalued with a gap of 42% relative to the price target.


The current price is $63.13, which places Howard Hughes in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $80.70, and overvalued when the price exceeds $98.64.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Howard Hughes, the fair value range lies between $80.70 and $98.64.


See the full price target analysis for Howard Hughes →

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Analyst Ratings for Howard Hughes stock in 2026: Buy

3 analysts cover Howard Hughes. There is broad agreement on a positive view — 100% recommend buying. The average price target is $89.67, which gives an upside of 42% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (4.00/5)
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4.00 out of 5 based on 3 analysts
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About Howard Hughes – Real Estate - Development

Howard Hughes Holdings Inc., together with its subsidiaries, develops master planned communities (MPCs) in the United States. It operates through three segments: Operating Assets, MPC, and Strategic Developments. The Operating Assets segment acquires or develops retail, office, and multifamily properties, as well as invests in other real estate properties. The MPC segment plans, develops, and sells land in large scale and long term community development projects to homebuilders and developers. The Strategic Developments segment develops residential condominium and commercial property projects, as well as various other properties. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Howard Hughes

$ 3.6B Market cap
$ 2.4B Revenue
Real Estate - Development Industry
12.04 P/E
1.53 P/S
0.93 P/B
United States Listed on exchange
howardhughes.com Website
Real Estate Sector

What kind of stock is Howard Hughes?

Value stock

Howard Hughes is classified as a value stock with a value score in the top 7% of all stocks. The P/E ratio of 12.0 points to an attractive valuation.

Score Overview for Howard Hughes

💰 Value Score 93/100 (Very High)
⭐ Quality Score 64/100 (High)
🚀 Momentum Score 31/100 (Low)
📊 Total Score 62/100

⚠️ 3 red flags identified

Our analysis has identified 3 potential risk factors in Howard Hughes that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ High debt: The debt-to-equity ratio is 229% – the company carries considerably more debt than equity, which raises the financial risk.
⚠️ High short interest: 11.3% of the shares are sold short – many professional investors are betting on price declines.
⚠️ Falling earnings: Quarterly earnings have fallen 34% year over year – the company's profitability is under pressure.

📈 Valuation

Howard Hughes trades at a P/E ratio of 12.0, which is below the market average and can point to an attractive price. The forward P/E is 1,250.0. The P/S ratio is 1.5. The P/B ratio is 0.9, below book value, which can point to a value opportunity. The PEG ratio is 5.55 — above 2.0 suggests the stock is expensive relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Howard Hughes has a profit margin of 12.3% (solid) and an operating margin of 28.4%. Return on equity (ROE) is 7.5%. Return on assets (ROA) is 2.8%. The latest quarterly earnings grew -33.6% year over year — falling earnings.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 6 out of 9 — good financial health. Altman Z2 is 2.02 (middle zone — moderate). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 229.4% — high debt, which raises the risk.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 11.34% — very high, the market is skeptical.

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Howard Hughes Short Selling 2026: 11.3% Sold Short

Very high short interest: 11.3% of the free float
Short % of free float
11.3%
Assessment
Very high short interest
Short squeeze risk
High
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a very high share of short selling. Between 10-20% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 11.3% means that 11.3% of the freely traded shares in Howard Hughes have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices. On positive surprises (e.g. a strong earnings report), short sellers can be forced to buy back shares quickly to close their positions, which can cause a short squeeze with sharp price gains in a short time.

The next potential catalyst is the earnings report on 11/9/2026. With a short interest of 11.3%, the report can trigger considerable volatility.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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When Does Howard Hughes Report Earnings – Next Date: 11/9/2026

The next earnings report from Howard Hughes is scheduled for November 9, 2026, after the market closes. This report covers the third quarter (Q3), which ended on September 30, 2026.



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Technical Analysis of Howard Hughes 2026 – Signal: Strong Sell

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Sell

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated September 16, 2026.

Technical analysis of Howard Hughes (HHH.US) – RSI 40, MACD negative (bearish), daily candlestick chart September 2026
Howard Hughes technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI, MACD and volume profile. Updated Sep 16, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Howard Hughes Corporation

Howard Hughes Corporation is in a short-term downtrend. The price of $62.55 is 3.0% below the 20-day average ($64.45). Medium term, the picture is negative: the price is 6.1% below the 50-day average ($66.63). Long term, the stock is 11.7% below the 200-day average ($70.85), which signals a long-term downtrend.

Death Cross: The 50-day average (66.63) is below the 200-day average (70.85), which is a classic bearish signal for Howard Hughes Corporation.

Is Howard Hughes Corporation overbought or oversold?

Howard Hughes Corporation has an RSI of 40.4. The stock sits in the lower part of the neutral zone, which points to weak momentum without being oversold. In the current downtrend, be careful about reading this as a buying opportunity.

MACD Analysis for Howard Hughes Corporation

Daily MACD: MACD is negative (-1.352), which means the short-term trend is bearish (the 12-day EMA is below the 26-day EMA). MACD is below the signal line (-1.132) by 0.220, which confirms growing negative momentum in the downtrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is negative (-1.833), which indicates a broader bearish long-term trend. MACD5 is below the signal line (-1.676) by 0.157, which confirms continued negative long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly MACD are negative and below their signal lines. Trend and momentum are negative across time horizons – the strongest bearish signal.

Risk Profile for Howard Hughes Corporation

Howard Hughes Corporation has an annual standard deviation of 29.9%, which classifies the stock as Balanced. There is some volatility, but the price is relatively stable.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Howard Hughes Corporation

Trend: Negative. The price trades below SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bearish (-1.352). Weekly bearish (-1.833).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily falling. Weekly falling.

RSI: 40.4 – neutral.

Technical signal: Strong Sell

The price is in a downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is negative on both a daily and weekly basis. Avoid buying and consider closing existing positions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Howard Hughes stock in 2026

Should you buy Howard Hughes stock now?
No, the technical signal for Howard Hughes is currently SELL. Howard Hughes trades at $63.13 as of 9/16/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Sell. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -1.352 with falling momentum (signal: -1.132); RSI is at 40.4 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term downtrend (price below the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $89.67 points to 42.0% upside. The stock is in a broader downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200). Buying in a downtrend is generally not recommended. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Howard Hughes stock?
The average analyst price target for Howard Hughes is $89.67. The current price is $63.13, which gives an upside of 42.0%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $80.70 and $98.64.
Is Howard Hughes a dividend stock?
No, Howard Hughes does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Howard Hughes stock?
Howard Hughes is rated as a stock in the risk category Balanced. the annual standard deviation is 29.9%, which classifies the stock as Balanced.
Is Howard Hughes overvalued?
No, Howard Hughes is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (42.0% upside). Howard Hughes has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 12.0 (moderately valued), a P/S ratio of 1.5, a P/B ratio of 0.9. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 42.0%.
Is Howard Hughes overbought?
No, Howard Hughes is not overbought. RSI is at 40.4 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 40.4 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 2.1% below the 20-day average (short-term downtrend). In addition, MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish).
When is the next Howard Hughes earnings report?
Howard Hughes reports its next earnings on November 9, 2026. The stock currently trades at $63.13. With a P/E ratio of 12.0, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is Howard Hughes shorted?
Yes, Howard Hughes is shorted with 11.3% of the free float sold short. This is a very high level of short selling, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Howard Hughes stock?
There is currently no registered insider trading for Howard Hughes.
Is Howard Hughes a good stock?
Based on our total score, Howard Hughes is rated as a good stock with a total score of 63 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum – it is among the top 37% in our database. The score is made up of Value: 93/100, Quality: 64/100, Momentum: 31/100. In addition: analysts see 42.0% upside to the price target; technical signal: Strong Sell. Whether Howard Hughes is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Howard Hughes stock?
The outlook for Howard Hughes based on current data: the average analyst price target is $89.67 (+42.0%); the stock is in a downtrend (below SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on 11/9/2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 12.0 (low – a possible value stock). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Howard Hughes stock falling?
Howard Hughes is falling right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 2.1% below the 20-day average; MACD is negative with falling momentum (bearish signal); short interest is 11.3% (high – many are betting on a decline). For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Howard Hughes go?
The average analyst price target for Howard Hughes is $89.67, which corresponds to a potential gain of 42.0% from the current price of $63.13. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Howard Hughes fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Howard Hughes. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Howard Hughes do?
Howard Hughes Holdings Inc., together with its subsidiaries, develops master planned communities (MPCs) in the United States. It operates through three segments: Operating Assets, MPC, and Strategic Developments. The Operating Assets segment acquires or develops retail, office... The company belongs to the Real Estate sector, more specifically the Real Estate - Development industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Howard Hughes as an investment.
Did Howard Hughes raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Howard Hughes. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Howard Hughes making money or losing money?
Yes, Howard Hughes is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 12.3% — which is solid. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 28.4%. At a P/E ratio of 12.0, you currently pay 12.0 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Howard Hughes go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Howard Hughes is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 2.02 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 6 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 229% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Howard Hughes have a lot of debt?
Howard Hughes has moderate debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 229%. For the real estate sector, 150-300% counts as a typical level. Real estate companies are built on leverage — 150-300% debt is part of the business model. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Howard Hughes service its debt? Can service its debt, but it weighs on the company — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 5.5x, and net debt equals 3.5 years of earnings (EBITDA).
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