Should you buy HLI stock?

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Based on market data through , StockInvest.us rates Houlihan Lokey Inc (HLI) as a Sell Candidate with a technical score of -3.92 on its -10 to +10 scale. The rating is unchanged from the previous daily evaluation.

  • Sell signal since
  • Price since signal Down 11.28%
  • 3-month trend forecast Down 11.25%
  • Sell Candidate -3.92
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Sell candidate since Jul 29, 2026 Loss -11.28%

The Houlihan Lokey Inc stock price fell by -4.35% on the last day (Monday, 10th Aug 2026) from $129.00 to $123.39. During the last trading day the stock fluctuated 4.46% from a day low at $122.15 to a day high of $127.60. The price has fallen in 7 of the last 10 days and is down by -12.64% for this period. Volume has increased on the last day by 298 thousand shares but on falling prices. This may be an early warning and the risk will be increased slightly over the next couple of days. In total, 868 thousand shares were bought and sold for approximately $107.16 million.

The stock has broken the wide and falling short-term trend down. Firstly a stronger fallrate is indicated, but false breaks and "sell-off" may occur. However, a further fall is realistic and any reactions back to the breaking point ($124.45) are considered to be a "second chance" to get out. According to the fan-theory $106.07 will represent the new bottom line of the next trend, but it is far too early to say this for certain.

HLI Signals & Forecast

There are few to no technical positive signals at the moment. The Houlihan Lokey Inc stock holds sell signals from both short and long-term Moving Averages giving a more negative forecast for the stock. Also, there is a general sell signal from the relation between the two signals where the long-term average is above the short-term average. On corrections up, there will be some resistance from the lines at $126.77 and $136.04. A break-up above any of these levels will issue buy signals. A sell signal was issued from a pivot top point on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, and so far it has fallen -15.18%. Further fall is indicated until a new bottom pivot has been found. Furthermore, there is currently a sell signal from the 3 month Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD). Volume rose on falling prices yesterday. This may be an early warning and the stock should be followed more closely.

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Double Bottom Formation

Double Bottom Formation A buy signal from a double bottom formation was found on Monday, July 13, 2026 and based on theory for this formation the price should go up by 22.03% to $150.57 within 9 trading days (Friday, July 24, 2026) since signal was issued.

Support, Risk & Stop-loss for Houlihan Lokey Inc stock

There is no support from accumulated volume below today's level and given the right condition the stock may perform very badly in the next couple of days.

This stock has average movements during the day and with good trading volume, the risk is considered to be medium. During the last day, the stock moved $5.45 between high and low, or 4.46%. For the last week, the stock has had daily average volatility of 3.30%.

Our recommended stop-loss: We hold a negative evaluation for this stock. No stop-loss is set.

Trading Expectations (HLI) For The Upcoming Trading Day Of Tuesday 11th

For the upcoming trading day on Tuesday, 11th we expect Houlihan Lokey Inc to open at $124.38, and during the day (based on 14 day Average True Range), to move between $120.62 and $126.16, which gives a possible trading interval of +/-$5.55 (+/-4.60%) up or down from last closing price. If Houlihan Lokey Inc takes out the full calculated possible swing range there will be an estimated 4.60% move between the lowest and the highest trading price during the day.

With no support below and resistance from accumulated volume @ $128.34, some $4.95 (4.01%) from the current price of $123.39, our system finds the risk reward not very attractive.

Dividend Warning For HLI

Dividend coming up for HLI: Ex-dividend date (Tuesday 1st September, 2026) is 20 days away. The dividend is $0.700.

Is Houlihan Lokey Inc stock A Buy?

Houlihan Lokey Inc holds several negative signals and is within a wide and falling trend, so we believe it will still perform weakly in the next couple of days or weeks. We therefore hold a negative evaluation of this stock.

Current score: -3.923 Sell Candidate Unchanged

Predicted Fair Opening Price

Predicted fair opening price on August 11, 2026 - $124.38 ( 0.80%).

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Fibonacci Support & Resistance Levels

Level Price
R3 129.83 5.22%
R2 127.75 3.53%
R1 126.46 2.49%
Price 123.39
S1 122.30 -0.88%
S2 121.01 -1.93%
S3 118.93 -3.61%

Accumulated Volume Support & Resistance Levels

Level Price
R3 138.55 12.29%
R2 136.44 10.58%
R1 128.34 4.01%
Price 123.39
S1 0 -
S2 0 -
S3 0 -

HLI Dividend Payout History


# Declaration Date Ex-Date Pay Date Amount Yield
1 Jul 29, 2026 Sep 01, 2026 Sep 15, 2026 $0.700 0.558%
2 May 06, 2026 Jun 01, 2026 Jun 15, 2026 $0.700 0.458%
3 Mar 02, 2026 Mar 02, 2026 Mar 15, 2026 $0.600 0.355%
4 Dec 01, 2025 Dec 01, 2025 Dec 15, 2025 $0.600 0.335%
5 Jul 30, 2025 Sep 02, 2025 Sep 15, 2025 $0.600 0.315%

FAQ

What is the symbol for Houlihan Lokey Inc Stock and on which exchange is it traded?
The symbol for Houlihan Lokey Inc is HLI and it is traded on the NYSE (New York Stock Exchange).

Should I buy or sell Houlihan Lokey Inc Stock?
Based on market data through Aug 10, 2026, StockInvest.us rates Houlihan Lokey Inc (HLI) as a Sell Candidate with a technical score of -3.92 on its -10 to +10 scale. The rating is unchanged from the previous daily evaluation. Since the Sell signal began on Jul 29, 2026, the price has fallen 11.28%. The current 3-month trend forecast projects a fall of 11.25%.

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What's the current price of Houlihan Lokey Inc Stock?
As of the end of day on the Aug 10, 2026, the price of an Houlihan Lokey Inc (HLI) share was $123.39.

What is the 52-week high and low for Houlihan Lokey Inc Stock?
The 52-week high for Houlihan Lokey Inc Stock is $211.78 and the 52-week low is $112.83.

What is the market capitalization of Houlihan Lokey Inc Stock?
As of the Aug 10, 2026, the market capitalization of Houlihan Lokey Inc is 8.623B.

When is the next earnings date for Houlihan Lokey Inc?
The upcoming earnings date for Houlihan Lokey Inc is Oct 29, 2026.
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ABOUT HOULIHAN LOKEY INC
Houlihan Lokey
Houlihan Lokey, Inc., an investment banking company, provides merger and acquisition (M&A), capital market, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory services worldwide. It operates in three segments: Corporate Finance, Financial Restructuring, and Financial and Valuation Advisory. The Corporate Finance segment offers general financial advisory services; and advises public and private institutions on buy-side and sell-side tra...
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