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Houlihan Lokey Sells Into 2QFY27 Earnings
Houlihan Lokey faces sell pressure as 2QFY27 earnings risk grows.
In brief
Houlihan Lokey faces sell pressure as 2QFY27 earnings risk grows. Houlihan Lokey is rated SELL due to weak middle market M&A and earnings risks amid high interest rates. Originally reported by Seekingalpha.
Houlihan Lokey SELL Rating
Houlihan Lokey is rated SELL due to persistent middle market M&A weakness and downside earnings risk amid high interest rates.
1QFY27 Results Missed
1QFY27 results missed expectations: revenue -15% YoY, adjusted EPS -37% YoY with pronounced delays in software and consumer M&A closures.
2QFY27 Earnings Risk
I expect continued earnings weakness and negative operating leverage through 2QFY27 despite strong deal pipeline and debt-free balance sheet.
At a glance
Houlihan Lokey is rated SELL due to weak middle market M&A and earnings risks amid high interest rates.
