TLDR
- HPE stock closed at $25.24, reaching a record high of $25.35.
- Shares gained 42.69% over the past year and 20.68% year-to-date.
- Recent earnings showed 11% revenue growth, boosted by the Juniper deal.
- Analysts lifted price targets, with Raymond James setting $30.
- New sales chief Phil Mottram appointed, effective November 1, 2025.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co (NYSE: HPE) stock closed at $25.24 on September 18, 2025, after touching an all-time intraday high of $25.35.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company (HPE)
This milestone reflects strong investor optimism. Over the past year, shares have delivered a 42.69% return, while six-month performance shows a 57.64% gain. Year-to-date, HPE has risen 20.68%, outperforming the S&P 500’s 12.76%.
Strong financial performance
The surge is supported by HPE’s most recent quarterly results, where revenue rose 11% year-over-year, or 18% including the Juniper Networks acquisition. The company reported $33.08 billion in trailing revenue, with net income of $1.14 billion and diluted EPS of $0.85. Its profit margin stood at 3.77%, and return on equity at 5.36%, underscoring steady profitability.
HPE has also paid dividends consistently for 11 consecutive years, offering a 2.11% yield, which appeals to income-focused investors.
Analysts lift price targets
Analysts remain positive on the company’s trajectory. Evercore ISI reaffirmed an Outperform rating with a $28 target, while Wells Fargo raised its target to $26. Raymond James set a more bullish $30 target with a Strong Buy rating, though it highlighted mixed AI platform guidance. Morgan Stanley maintained an Overweight call with a $28 target, describing the quarter as solid with modest upside.
Executive leadership update
HPE also announced that Phil Mottram will become Executive Vice President and Chief Sales Officer effective November 1, 2025. Mottram, who joined the company in 2019, will oversee global sales and play a role in advancing HPE’s AI and infrastructure initiatives.
Valuation snapshot
As of September 18, HPE carries a market cap of $33.30 billion and trades at a forward P/E of 10.76, suggesting reasonable valuation given growth. The company’s enterprise value is $52.38 billion, while debt-to-equity stands at 96.97%.
Long-term outlook
With consistent dividend payouts, analyst confidence, and a record stock performance, HPE is well-positioned in the technology hardware sector. The achievement of its all-time high reinforces investor belief in its strategy and execution, though elevated valuations and overbought signals may prompt near-term caution.
