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Hydrofarm Holdings GroupHYFM -2.71%36 Forward PE Ratio is 0.00 as of Aug. 20, 2026. GuruFocus rates HYFM with a GF Score™ of 36/100 and a GF Value™ of $3.45 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 116 Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies, Hydrofarm Holdings Group ranks worse than 862068.1% on this metric.
Hydrofarm Holdings Group (NAS:HYFM) Forward PE Ratio Explanation
The Forward PE Ratio of a company is often used to compare current earnings to estimated future earnings, as well as gaining a clearer picture of what earnings will look like without charges and other accounting adjustments. If earnings are expected to grow in the future, the Forward PE Ratio will be lower than the current PE Ratio. This measure is also used to compare one company to another with a forward-looking focus.
Trailing PE Ratio relies on what is already done. It uses the current share price and divides by the total EPS (Basic) over the past 12 months. PE Ratio can be affected by Non Operating Income such as the sale of part of businesses. This may increase for the current year or quarter dramatically. But it cannot be repeated over and over. Therefore PE Ratio without NRI is a more accurate indication of valuation than PE Ratio .
Hydrofarm Holdings Group Forward PE Ratio Related Terms
Hydrofarm Holdings Group Forward PE Ratio Historical Data
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Hydrofarm Holdings Group Forward PE Ratio Chart
Hydrofarm Holdings Group Annual Data
Trend
2021-12
Forward PE Ratio
33.56
Hydrofarm Holdings Group Quarterly Data
2021-06
2021-09
2021-12
2022-03
Forward PE Ratio
63.29
21.46
33.56
24.69
HYFM vs HCAI, NMHI, GP: Forward PE Ratio Comparison
For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery subindustry, Hydrofarm Holdings Group's Forward PE Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Forward PE Ratio data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Hydrofarm Holdings Group Forward PE Ratio vs Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery Industry
For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry and Industrials sector, Hydrofarm Holdings Group's Forward PE Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Hydrofarm Holdings Group's Forward PE Ratio falls into.
Hydrofarm Holdings Group Forward PE Ratio Calculation
It's a measure of the price-to-earnings ratio (PE Ratio) using forecasted earnings for the calculation. While the earnings used are just an estimate and are not as reliable as current earnings data, there is still benefit in estimated P/E analysis. The forecasted earnings used in the formula can either be for the next 12 months or for the next full-year fiscal period.
Hydrofarm Holdings Group (HYFM) has a Forward PE Ratio of 0.00 as of Aug. 20, 2026. Forward P/E ratio is the share price dividend by the expected per-share earnings in the next 12 months. View historical data on Hydrofarm Holdings Group and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Hydrofarm Holdings Group ranks #999999 out of 116 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry.
Is Hydrofarm Holdings Group's Forward PE Ratio too high?
Hydrofarm Holdings Group's current Forward PE Ratio is 0.00. Based on the distribution chart, Hydrofarm Holdings Group ranks #999999 out of 116 companies in the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Hydrofarm Holdings Group has a GF Score™ of 36/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hydrofarm Holdings Group's Forward PE Ratio compare to HCAI and NMHI?
According to the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry distribution chart, Hydrofarm Holdings Group ranks #999999 out of 116 companies for Forward PE Ratio. This places Hydrofarm Holdings Group in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Forward PE Ratio is 13.76. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Forward PE Ratio for a Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery company?
The median Forward PE Ratio among Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery companies is 13.76, based on 116 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Forward PE Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Forward PE Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Forward PE Ratio mean?
A high Forward PE Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Forward P/E ratio is the share price dividend by the expected per-share earnings in the next 12 months. View historical data on Hydrofarm Holdings Group and its competitors. For the Farm & Heavy Construction Machinery industry, the median Forward PE Ratio is 13.76 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hydrofarm Holdings Group's current Forward PE Ratio is 0.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hydrofarm Holdings Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hydrofarm Holdings Group (HYFM) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $3.45, compared to a current price of $1.08 — trading 68.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Forward PE Ratio is 0.00. Hydrofarm Holdings Group's overall GF Score™ is 36/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Forward PE Ratio calculated?
Forward PE Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Hydrofarm Holdings Group (HYFM), the current Forward PE Ratio is 0.00 as of Aug. 20, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Hydrofarm Holdings Group (HYFM) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hydrofarm Holdings Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $1.08 is trading 68.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $3.45.
GuruFocus considers Hydrofarm Holdings Group to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for HYFM:
Forward PE Ratio: 0.00
GF Value™: $3.45 vs. price of $1.08 (68.8% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HYFM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Hydrofarm Holdings Group Inc is an independent manufacturer and distributor of branded hydroponics equipment and supplies for controlled environment agriculture (CEA), including grow lights, climate control solutions, grow media, nutrients, and other products. Hydroponics involves growing plants in soilless media, often using artificial lighting in controlled indoor or greenhouse environments. Its products are used to cultivate cannabis, flowers, fruits, vegetables, grains, and herbs, enabling control over key factors such as temperature, humidity, light, nutrients, and pH. Its product portfolio spans lighting, grow media (i.e., premium soils and soil alternatives), nutrients, equipment, and supplies. The United States generates maximum revenue.
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