Honda Motor (HMC.US) Dividend 2026/2027: 4.1% – Price Target and Rating

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Honda Motor Price Target 2026: Analysts See 8% Downside

The average price target for Honda Motor is $29.60. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock appears overvalued, because the price target is lower than the current price. It is -8.13% above the target, and analysts expect the price to fall over the next 12 months. Even if the stock may be overvalued, price momentum can last longer than expected. That is why it is important to keep an eye on the stock and its momentum on an ongoing basis. WallStreetBuys helps you with the technical analysis and keeps you up to date on the development.

Is Honda Motor overvalued or undervalued?

Honda Motor is currently fairly valued with a gap of 8.1% relative to the price target.


The current price is $32.22, which places Honda Motor in the fairly valued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $26.64, and overvalued when the price exceeds $32.56.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Honda Motor, the fair value range lies between $26.64 and $32.56.


See the full price target analysis for Honda Motor →

Analyst Ratings for Honda Motor stock in 2026: Strong Buy

3 analysts cover Honda Motor. There is broad agreement on a positive view — 100% recommend buying. The average price target is $29.60, which is 8.1% below the current price.

Consensus: Strong Buy (4.67/5)
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4.67 out of 5 based on 3 analysts

About Honda Motor – Auto Manufacturers

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. engages in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of motorcycles, automobiles, and power products in Japan, North America, Europe, Asia, and internationally. It operates through four segments: Motorcycle Business, Automobile Business, Financial Services Business, and Power Product and Other Businesses. The Motorcycle Business segment produces motorcycles, including sports, business, and commuter models; and various off-road vehicles, such as all-terrain vehicles and side-by-sides. The Automobile Business segment offers passenger cars, light trucks, and mini vehicles. The Financial Services Business segment provides various financial services, including retail lending and leasing services to customers, as well as wholesale financing services to dealers. The Power Product and Other Businesses manufactures and sells power products, such as general-purpose engines, lawn mowers, generators, water pumps, brush cutters, and tillers. This segment also offers HondaJet aircraft. The company also sells spare parts; and provides after-sales services through retail dealers directly, as well as through independent distributors and licensees. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Honda Motor

$ 42.2B Market cap
$ 22.5T Revenue
Auto Manufacturers Industry
- P/E
0.00 P/S
0.52 P/B
United States Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is Honda Motor?

Dividend stock Growth stock Momentum stock

Honda Motor is classified as a dividend stock and growth stock and momentum stock. This means the stock combines several attractive traits, including a dividend of 4.1%, and strong price momentum.

Score Overview for Honda Motor

💰 Value Score 38/100 (Low)
⭐ Quality Score 31/100 (Low)
🚀 Momentum Score 86/100 (Very High)
📊 Total Score 51/100

⚠️ 2 red flags identified

Our analysis has identified 2 potential risk factors in Honda Motor that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ Negative profit margin: The profit margin is -0.8% – the company is losing money on its operations.
⚠️ Negative return on equity: ROE is -0.8% – the company is generating a negative return for shareholders.

📈 Valuation

The P/S ratio is 0.0 (low — potentially undervalued relative to revenue). The P/B ratio is 0.5, below book value, which can point to a value opportunity. The PEG ratio is 3.45 — above 2.0 suggests the stock is expensive relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Honda Motor and an operating margin of 8.8%. The latest quarterly earnings grew 147.5% year over year — strong growth.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 5 out of 9 — average financial health. Altman Z2 is 2.05 (middle zone — moderate). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 147.2% — moderate debt.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 0.16% — low, the market does not expect a decline.

Honda Motor Dividend 2026: 4.1% Dividend Yield

Dividend Key Figures for Honda Motor in 2026

Dividend yield
4.10%
Payout ratio
55.4%
Healthy

When does Honda Motor pay a dividend in 2026?

Next dividend payment
June 16, 2026

How much does Honda Motor pay in dividends?

Honda Motor does not currently pay a dividend. This may be because the company reinvests its profits in growth, or because there is not enough profit for dividend payments. You can find more information about the dividend policy on the company's website.

Historical Dividend Payments for Honda Motor

No historical dividend payments are registered for this stock.

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No historical dividend payments available.

Insider Trading in Honda Motor 2026: The Signal Is clearly positive

In 2026, insiders at Honda Motor have made 20 transactions, all of which were purchases. On a net basis, insiders put 103,272 $ into the stock, which is a positive signal. Active insiders include Suzuki Asako, Sakai Kunihiko, Ogawa Yoichiro and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is clearly positive.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Clearly positive

Insiders have exclusively bought shares over the last 3 months. This is a strong signal of confidence in the company in the short term.

Over the last 3 months: 20 purchases and 0 sales. A net 103,272 $ into the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Clearly positive

Insiders have exclusively bought shares. This is a strong signal of confidence in the company's future.

Across the last 20 transactions: 20 purchases and 0 sales. A net 103,272 $ into the stock.

Latest purchase: Suzuki Asako bought 383 shares at 11 $ each on 2026-09-01. The stock has since risen 199.3%.

Who is buying: Suzuki Asako, Sakai Kunihiko, Ogawa Yoichiro, Oe Kensuke, Nagata Ryoko and others.

Latest Insider Trades in Honda Motor (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Honda Motor. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-09-01 Suzuki Asako Buy 383 11 4,121
2026-09-01 Sakai Kunihiko Buy 70 11 753
2026-09-01 Ogawa Yoichiro Buy 70 11 753
2026-09-01 Oe Kensuke Buy 442 11 4,756
2026-09-01 Nagata Ryoko Buy 70 11 753
2026-09-01 Morisawa Jiro Buy 383 11 4,121
2026-09-01 Kokubu Fumiya Buy 70 11 753
2026-09-01 Ito Hironao Buy 442 11 4,756
2026-09-01 Igarashi Masayuki Buy 454 11 4,885
2026-09-01 Higashi Kazuhiro Buy 70 11 753

Who is buying and selling Honda Motor shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in Honda Motor: Suzuki Asako, Sakai Kunihiko, Ogawa Yoichiro, Oe Kensuke, Nagata Ryoko and others. In total, 103,272 $ was bought across 20 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

When Does Honda Motor Report Earnings – Next Date: 11/6/2026

The next earnings report from Honda Motor is scheduled for November 6, 2026. This report covers the third quarter (Q3), which ended on September 30, 2026.



Technical Analysis of Honda Motor 2026 – Signal: Strong Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Buy

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

Trend Analysis of Honda Motor Co., Ltd

Honda Motor Co., Ltd is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $32.21 is 0.3% above the 20-day average ($32.11). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 5.3% above the 50-day average ($30.59). Long term, the stock is 14.7% above the 200-day average ($28.08), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (30.59) is above the 200-day average (28.08), which is a classic bullish signal for Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Is Honda Motor Co., Ltd overbought or oversold?

Honda Motor Co., Ltd has an RSI of 55.1. The stock shows positive momentum in the upper part of the neutral zone. Combined with the positive trend, this supports the bullish picture.

MACD Analysis for Honda Motor Co., Ltd

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (0.405), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is below the signal line (0.506) by 0.101, which suggests the positive momentum is fading – the trend could be turning.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (1.299), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (0.633) by 0.666, which confirms rising long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly trend are bullish (MACD positive). However, momentum shows signs of weakening on a daily basis. Watch whether the trend holds.

Risk Profile for Honda Motor Co., Ltd

Honda Motor Co., Ltd has an annual standard deviation of 28.8%, which classifies the stock as Balanced. There is some volatility, but the price is relatively stable.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Honda Motor Co., Ltd

Trend: Positive. The price trades above SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (0.405). Weekly bullish (1.299).

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

RSI: 55.1 – neutral.

Technical signal: Strong Buy

The price is in an uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is positive on both a daily and weekly basis. Trend and MACD trend confirm each other – the strongest technical buy signal.

Frequently Asked Questions About Honda Motor stock in 2026

Should you buy Honda Motor stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Honda Motor is currently BUY. Honda Motor trades at $32.22 as of 9/16/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 0.405 with falling momentum (signal: 0.506); RSI is at 55.1 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $29.60 is 8.1% below the current price. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Honda Motor stock?
The average analyst price target for Honda Motor is $29.60. The current price is $32.22, which gives a downside of 8.1%. Based on this, the stock is considered fairly valued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $26.64 and $32.56.
Is Honda Motor a dividend stock?
Yes, Honda Motor is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 4.10%. The payout ratio is 55.4%, which is considered moderate. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 6/16/2026.
When does Honda Motor pay a dividend in 2026?
Honda Motor pays its next dividend on 6/16/2026. The dividend yield is 4.10%. The payout ratio of 55.4% points to moderate dividend coverage.
What is the risk of Honda Motor stock?
Honda Motor is rated as a stock in the risk category Balanced. the annual standard deviation is 28.8%, which classifies the stock as Balanced.
Is Honda Motor overvalued?
Honda Motor is considered fairly valued – the price is close to the analyst price target. Honda Motor has the following valuation ratios: a P/S ratio of 0.0, a P/B ratio of 0.5. The stock trades close to the analyst price target and is considered fairly valued.
Is Honda Motor overbought?
No, Honda Motor is not overbought. RSI is at 55.1 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 55.1 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 0.3% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive, but momentum is falling.
When is the next Honda Motor earnings report?
Honda Motor reports its next earnings on November 6, 2026. The stock currently trades at $32.22.
Is Honda Motor shorted?
Honda Motor has minimal short interest of 0.16% of the free float, which is insignificant and points to very limited bearish sentiment.
Are insiders buying Honda Motor stock?
Yes, insiders are net buyers of Honda Motor – they are buying more shares than they are selling. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 20 purchases and 0 sales. On a net basis, 103,272 $ worth of shares were bought. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 20 purchases and 0 sales, with a net 103,272 $ bought. Active buyers include Suzuki Asako, Sakai Kunihiko, Ogawa Yoichiro and others. Insider buying is generally seen as a positive signal, because management is putting its own money into the company.
Is Honda Motor a good stock?
Based on our total score, Honda Motor is rated as a mediocre stock with a total score of 52 out of 100. The stock scores around average on value, quality and momentum – it sits near the median in our database. The score is made up of Value: 38/100, Quality: 31/100, Momentum: 86/100. In addition: a dividend of 4.10%; technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether Honda Motor 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 Honda Motor stock?
The outlook for Honda Motor based on current data: the average analyst price target is $29.60 (-8.1%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on 11/6/2026, which can move the price. 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 Honda Motor stock moving?
Honda Motor is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; insiders have mostly been buying the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Honda Motor go?
The average analyst price target for Honda Motor is $29.60, which is 8.1% below the current price of $32.22. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Honda Motor fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Honda Motor. 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 Honda Motor do?
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. engages in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of motorcycles, automobiles, and power products in Japan, North America, Europe, Asia, and internationally. It operates through four segments: Motorcycle Business, Automobile Business, Financial ... The company belongs to the Consumer Cyclical sector, more specifically the Auto Manufacturers 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 Honda Motor as an investment.
Did Honda Motor raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Honda Motor. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Honda Motor making money or losing money?
No, Honda Motor is currently not making money — the company is losing money with a negative profit margin of -0.8%, a small loss. That means the business loses money on every dollar of revenue. The operating margin, however, is positive at 8.8% — the core business makes money; the loss comes from financing costs, taxes or one-off items. For growth stocks investing in expansion this is normal — but it raises the risk if the company does not reach break-even before its capital runs out.
Can Honda Motor go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Honda Motor is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 2.05 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 5 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 147% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Honda Motor have a lot of debt?
Honda Motor has moderate debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 147%. For the consumer cyclical sector, 100-200% counts as a typical level. Cyclical consumer companies can carry moderate debt in good times — high debt is risky in downturns. 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 Honda Motor service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 32.0x, and the company has more cash than debt (net cash).

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