Volatility is a statistical measure of the dispersion of returns for a given security or market index, it shows how the price swings around its mean. The volatility here is measured as the annualized standard deviation between monthly returns from the security over the past year. In most cases, the higher the volatility, the riskier the security.
Harbourvest Global Private Equity (LSE:HVPE) Volatility Explanation
Volatility is a statistical measure of the dispersion of returns for a given security or market index. It’s often measured as standard deviation or variance of historical returns over a certain period. The volatility here is measured as the annualized standard deviation between monthly returns from the security over the past year.
Volatility reflects the uncertainty or risk of a security’s value. Generally speaking, a higher volatility suggests a higher risk, because it implies a wider fluctuation around average price. This means the price of the security can change dramatically in either direction within a short period. Conversely, a lower volatility means that the security's price is more steady, which suggests a lower risk.
Another measurement of relative volatility is Beta. Beta is a measure of systematic risk of a security or a portfolio in comparison to the market as a whole. Beta is usually compared to 1. A beta of greater than 1 indicates that the security's price will be more volatile than the market.
Harbourvest Global Private Equity Volatility Related Terms
LSE:HVPE vs BLK, BX, KKR: Volatility Comparison
For the Asset Management subindustry, Harbourvest Global Private Equity's Volatility, along with its competitors' market caps and Volatility 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.
Harbourvest Global Private Equity Volatility vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Harbourvest Global Private Equity's Volatility distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Harbourvest Global Private Equity's Volatility falls into.
Harbourvest Global Private Equity (LSE:HVPE) Volatility Calculation
The annualized volatility is calculated as following:
σA
=
σM
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√12
=
√ 1/(n-1) ∑(Ri - R')^2
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√12
Where: σM is the monthly volatility, n is the number of months in the period, Ri is the security's historical monthly returns and R' is the arithmetic mean of monthly returns.
* 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.
Harbourvest Global Private Equity (LSE:HVPE) has a Volatility of 12.55% as of Jun. 30, 2026. Volatility is measured as the annualized standard deviation between monthly returns from the security over the past year. View historical data on Harbourvest Global Private Equity and its competitors.
Is Harbourvest Global Private Equity's Volatility too high?
Harbourvest Global Private Equity's current Volatility is 12.55%. Overall, Harbourvest Global Private Equity has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Harbourvest Global Private Equity's Volatility compare to BLK and BX?
Harbourvest Global Private Equity's Volatility of 12.55% can be compared against companies in the Asset Management industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Volatility for an Asset Management company?
A good Volatility depends on the Asset Management industry context. However, Volatility 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 Volatility mean?
A high Volatility can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Volatility is measured as the annualized standard deviation between monthly returns from the security over the past year. View historical data on Harbourvest Global Private Equity and its competitors. Harbourvest Global Private Equity's current Volatility is 12.55%. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Harbourvest Global Private Equity stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Harbourvest Global Private Equity (LSE:HVPE) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is £29.05, compared to a current price of £33.70 — trading 16% above its estimated fair value. The current Volatility is 12.55%. Harbourvest Global Private Equity's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Volatility calculated?
Volatility is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Harbourvest Global Private Equity (LSE:HVPE), the current Volatility is 12.55% as of Jun. 30, 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 Harbourvest Global Private Equity (LSE:HVPE) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Harbourvest Global Private Equity stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of £33.70 is trading 16% above its estimated GF Value™ of £29.05.
GuruFocus considers Harbourvest Global Private Equity to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for LSE:HVPE:
Volatility: 12.55%
GF Value™: £29.05 vs. price of £33.70 (16% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the LSE:HVPE stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Harbourvest Global Private Equity Business Description
Harbourvest Global Private Equity Ltd is a closed-ended investment company. Its investment objective is to generate superior shareholder returns through long-term capital appreciation by investing in a diversified portfolio of private equity investments as well as private market assets other than private equity where it identifies attractive opportunities. The company's revenue comprises of investment income including interest from cash and equivalents and dividends. The company has a presence in the North America, Europe, Asia, and Rest of World.
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