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HER Stock Chart & Stats
€3.92
-€0.02(-0.41%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€3.92
-€0.02(-0.41%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€3.58 - €4.45
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.49M
Average Volume (3M)2.57M
Market Cap
€5.59B
Enterprise Value€10.47K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€1.29B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€5.83B
Price to Earnings (P/E)11.9
Beta0.43
Next Earnings
Nov 11, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.19%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.32
Shares Outstanding1,489,538,700
10 Day Avg. Volume2,419,885
30 Day Avg. Volume2,569,058
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-2.14
Price to Book (P/B)1.44
Price to Sales (P/S)0.45
P/FCF Ratio29.90
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)0.31
Revenue Forecast (FY)€12.83B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Diversified Regulated And Contracted Utility ModelHERA combines regulated water and network activities with municipal service contracts and energy operations. This diversification supports recurring demand, reduces dependence on one segment, and provides infrastructure-linked revenue visibility over the medium term.
Improving Operating ProfitabilityThe sharp improvement in operating margin indicates stronger underlying earnings conversion than in 2025. If maintained through operating efficiency, pricing, or mix, it can provide a durable base for profit growth despite moderate top-line expansion.
Positive Operating Cash Generation And Sector ReturnsHERA generates substantial operating cash and earns a respectable return on shareholder capital for a utility. These strengths support ongoing service operations and infrastructure investment, although cash conversion and leverage still require monitoring.
Bears Say
Elevated And Rising LeverageHigher leverage reduces financial flexibility and increases exposure to refinancing costs and interest-rate conditions. It may constrain investment capacity or shareholder distributions if operating performance weakens or capital requirements rise.
Weak And Declining Free Cash FlowDeclining free cash flow and weak conversion from earnings suggest that investment needs or working-capital demands are absorbing a large share of internally generated funds. This can limit deleveraging and reduce funding flexibility for future projects.
Modest Net Profitability And Margin VolatilityLow net profitability leaves less protection against cost inflation, regulatory changes, or weaker energy margins. The variation in gross profitability also indicates that earnings quality may remain sensitive to repricing and cost dynamics typical of utility operations.
HERA S.p.A. News
HER FAQ
What was HERA S.p.A.’s price range in the past 12 months?
HERA S.p.A. lowest stock price was €3.58 and its highest was €4.45 in the past 12 months.
What is HERA S.p.A.’s market cap?
HERA S.p.A.’s market cap is €5.59B.
When is HERA S.p.A.’s upcoming earnings report date?
HERA S.p.A.’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 11, 2026 which is in 84 days.
How were HERA S.p.A.’s earnings last quarter?
HERA S.p.A. released its earnings results on Jul 29, 2026. The company reported €0.16 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
Is HERA S.p.A. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts HERA S.p.A.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does HERA S.p.A. pay dividends?
HERA S.p.A. pays a Annually dividend of €0.16 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.19%. See more information on HERA S.p.A. dividends here
What is HERA S.p.A.’s EPS estimate?
HERA S.p.A.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does HERA S.p.A. have?
HERA S.p.A. has 1,489,538,700 shares outstanding.
What happened to HERA S.p.A.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
HERA S.p.A. reported an EPS of €0.16 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.364%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of HERA S.p.A.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in IT:HER
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Company Description
HERA S.p.A.
Hera S.p.A., an Italian multi-utility company founded in Bologna in 2002, delivers a comprehensive suite of essential services across the nation. Its core operations encompass energy, water, and waste management. In the energy sector, Hera handles the distribution and sale of methane and natural gas, provides district heating, and is actively involved in the generation, distribution, and retailing of electricity. For water services, the company manages the complete cycle, including the collection and treatment of drinking water for both residential and industrial supply, as well as sewerage and wastewater treatment. Hera oversees water utilities in 227 municipalities, serving an estimated 3.6 million inhabitants through an extensive water network spanning 35,080 kilometers. Its environmental services include street sweeping, waste collection, transportation, processing for recovery, and final disposal. Additionally, Hera offers public lighting and telecommunications services, and maintains a gas distribution network stretching approximately 19,953 kilometers.