Hamilton Lane Incorporated

NasdaqGS:HLNE Stock Report

Market Cap: US$4.8b

Hamilton Lane Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 3/6

Hamilton Lane has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 15.4%, while the Capital Markets industry saw earnings growing at 6.3% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 16.7% per year. Hamilton Lane's return on equity is 26.4%, and it has net margins of 32.8%.

Key information

15.37%

Earnings growth rate

11.56%

EPS growth rate

Capital Markets Industry Growth10.26%
Revenue growth rate16.73%
Return on equity26.44%
Net Margin32.83%
Last Earnings Update31 Mar 2026

Recent past performance updates

Recent updates

Narrative Update Jun 03

HLNE: Fee Resilience And Evergreen Inflows Will Support Future Premium P/E

Analysts have adjusted their Hamilton Lane price targets in a mixed but generally supportive way, and the updated fair value estimate has edged lower from about $138.14 to $136.00 as slightly softer revenue growth assumptions are balanced by firmer profit margins and a reduced future P/E of roughly 15x, all following Q4 earnings beats and ongoing strength in fee-driven income. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Hamilton Lane reflects a split between analysts who see upside supported by execution and those who are reining in expectations as the stock and sector reset.
Narrative Update May 16

HLNE: Interval Fund Platform And Tokenization Will Support Future Premium P/E

Hamilton Lane's analyst price target has been revised lower, with several firms cutting their targets by between $18 and $59 as analysts point to updated assumptions on growth, margins and valuation, while still highlighting what some see as an overdone share reaction. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a split view on Hamilton Lane, with several firms cutting price targets by between US$18 and US$59 while at least one major bank has moved to a more positive stance.
Narrative Update Apr 25

HLNE: Tokenized Credit Platform And Interval Funds Will Support Future Premium P/E

The analyst price target for Hamilton Lane has been cut by about $17 to $138, as analysts factor in slightly lower fair value estimates, a modestly higher discount rate, and more conservative assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Hamilton Lane has centered on valuation resets, with multiple firms reducing price targets and one key upgrade signaling support for the long term investment case.
Narrative Update Apr 10

HLNE: Tokenized Credit Partnership And Higher Margins Will Support Future Premium P/E

Hamilton Lane's updated analyst price target has been reduced by about $13 per share, as analysts factor in slightly lower revenue growth expectations, a modestly lower future P/E multiple, and a somewhat higher projected profit margin. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Hamilton Lane show a mix of optimism and caution, with several price target changes in both directions over the past few months.
Seeking Alpha Apr 10

Hamilton Lane: Dip In Price, Not In Value

Summary Hamilton Lane remains fundamentally strong, with Q3 2026 revenue up 18% and non-GAAP EPS up 24% year-over-year. HLNE trades at a forward P/E of 15.8, a 31% discount to its estimated fair value of $145 per share. Dividend yield stands at 2.2% with a high-30% payout ratio, supporting continued 10%+ annual dividend growth. Despite short-term sentiment-driven declines, HLNE offers attractive long-term total return potential for patient investors. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update Mar 26

HLNE: Tokenized Credit Partnerships Will Support Future Premium Earnings Multiple

Hamilton Lane's updated analyst price target has been trimmed by about $4 to reflect a slightly lower fair value estimate and P/E assumption, even as analysts broadly incorporate mixed recent target revisions across the Street. Analyst Commentary Street research on Hamilton Lane over recent weeks has been active, with several analysts adjusting price targets in both directions.
Narrative Update Mar 07

HLNE: Tokenized Private Credit Partnerships Will Support Future Premium Earnings Power

Hamilton Lane's updated analyst price target reflects a mixed reset around $150, as some analysts trimmed expectations while others lifted their targets, citing differing views on valuation and earnings power assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Hamilton Lane clusters around the updated price targets, giving you a sense of where analysts see risk and opportunity concentrating around the $150 level.
Narrative Update Feb 21

HLNE: Tokenized Private Credit Partnerships Will Support Premium Future Earnings Multiple

Narrative Update: Hamilton Lane The analyst fair value estimate for Hamilton Lane has been adjusted from about $181.14 to $172.86, reflecting recent Street research that includes a lower $150 price target from UBS alongside higher targets from other firms, with analysts citing updated expectations for valuation multiples and risk assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Hamilton Lane shows a mix of optimism about the company’s growth outlook and some caution around how much investors are willing to pay for that growth.
New Narrative Feb 19

Evergreen Platform And Specialized Funds Will Reshape Long Term Private Markets Fee Power

Catalysts About Hamilton Lane Hamilton Lane is a global private markets investment manager that runs customized accounts and specialized funds for institutional and wealth clients. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Narrative Update Feb 06

HLNE: Higher-Income Fee Streams Will Support Premium Future Earnings Multiple

Narrative Update: Hamilton Lane Analyst Price Target Shift The analyst price target for Hamilton Lane has been revised higher by about $4. Analysts broadly point to updated assumptions around growth, profitability, and P/E, along with a recent series of target increases from firms such as Oppenheimer, Morgan Stanley, UBS, and Keefe Bruyette, as support for the change.
New Narrative Feb 05

Evergreen And Technology Risks Will Challenge Private Markets Expansion Yet Ultimately Support Long-Term Upside

Catalysts About Hamilton Lane Hamilton Lane is a global private markets investment manager providing customized separate accounts, specialized funds and technology-enabled solutions for institutional and wealth clients. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Narrative Update Jan 23

HLNE: Guardian Partnership And Evergreen Platform Will Support Durable Future Fee Streams

Analysts have raised their price target on Hamilton Lane by about $20, reflecting higher fair value estimates and updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples that are consistent with a series of recent target increases and an upgrade cited in Street research. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Hamilton Lane has clustered around higher price targets and one high profile upgrade, with analysts refining their views on how the business can execute on growth opportunities in alternatives while managing valuation risk.
Narrative Update Nov 03

HLNE: Expansion In Wealth Channel Will Drive Long-Term Asset Growth

Hamilton Lane’s consensus analyst price target has been revised downward by $2.50 to $157.17. Analysts cite ongoing credit concerns affecting near-term valuations, despite continued growth prospects, particularly in wealth and private markets channels.
Narrative Update Oct 20

Global Distribution And Diversified Funds Will Secure Future Success

Analysts have raised Hamilton Lane's price target slightly from $159.00 to $159.67, citing improved positioning in the Wealth channel and anticipated steady growth in its private market products as key drivers for the positive outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent research and updates reflect a dynamic outlook for Hamilton Lane, highlighting both opportunities and areas of caution as the firm navigates growth within the Wealth channel and private markets.
Narrative Update Oct 05

Global Distribution And Diversified Funds Will Secure Future Success

Analysts have modestly reduced their price target for Hamilton Lane from $163.50 to $159.00. They cite steady yet slightly adjusted expectations for profit margins and discount rates, along with ongoing confidence in the company's wealth channel growth and net asset value outlook.
Narrative Update Sep 20

Global Distribution And Diversified Funds Will Secure Future Success

The upward revision in Hamilton Lane’s price target reflects improved revenue growth expectations alongside a notable decline in future P/E multiples, raising fair value from $160.25 to $163.50. What's in the News Hamilton Lane launched the Global Private Secondary Fund, an evergreen secondary vehicle targeting accredited and institutional investors across several regions, reaching over $365 million AUM at inception and nearly doubling its launch target.
Narrative Update Sep 05

Global Distribution And Diversified Funds Will Secure Future Success

Despite a sharp decline in Hamilton Lane’s future P/E multiple, the consensus analyst price target remained unchanged at $160.25. What's in the News Hamilton Lane launched the Global Private Secondary Fund, an evergreen secondary investment vehicle targeting high-net-worth and institutional investors, surpassing its initial asset target with $365 million at inception.
Analysis Article Aug 08

Earnings Beat: Hamilton Lane Incorporated Just Beat Analyst Forecasts, And Analysts Have Been Updating Their Models

NasdaqGS:HLNE 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Hamilton Lane's Fair Values from the Community and select yours...
Seeking Alpha Feb 11

Hamilton Lane Q3 Earnings: Slowing Momentum, But Shares Remain Expensive

Summary Q3 results showed revenue up 34% year over year, coupled with strong overall profitability, both benefiting from higher incentive fees. Underlying growth in assets under management/advisement was muted, up just 6% year over year. While growth is expected to slowdown in the coming quarters, shares remain richly valued at 34.6 times earnings. The high valuation, coupled with the risks I see, lead me to maintain a Hold rating. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
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New Narrative Nov 10

Calculated Partnerships And Innovative Products Drive Dynamic Revenue Growth

Inclusion in S&P MidCap 400 Index may boost visibility, attracting broader investor base and increasing stock demand and revenue.
Seeking Alpha Oct 30

Hamilton Lane: Premium Valuation Driven By Positive Trends In The Private Market

Summary Shares have doubled over the past year, reflecting strong business momentum with solid growth and improving margins. The outlook remains promising, with several growth drivers expected to sustain revenue growth in the high teens. Currently, shares are trading at 34.5 times my earnings estimate for FY25, a premium compared to both its five-year average multiple and its peers. Consequently, I rate the shares as a Hold. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

How Hamilton Lane makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.


Earnings and Revenue History

NasdaqGS:HLNE Revenue, expenses and earnings (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
31 Mar 267592491340
31 Dec 257632341330
30 Sep 257332281290
30 Jun 256922121230
31 Mar 257132171220
31 Dec 246922151160
30 Sep 246491821090
30 Jun 246261691070
31 Mar 245541411040
31 Dec 23490124990
30 Sep 23492116980
30 Jun 23518110960
31 Mar 23529113900
31 Dec 2251796870
30 Sep 22481138800
30 Jun 22424153730
31 Mar 22368147690
31 Dec 21370168640
30 Sep 21363148610
30 Jun 21351118560
31 Mar 2134293500
31 Dec 2031679500
30 Sep 2029959520
30 Jun 2027953540
31 Mar 2027461570
31 Dec 1926448560
30 Sep 1926240550
30 Jun 1925436530
31 Mar 1925234490
31 Dec 1826339470
30 Sep 1826227440
30 Jun 1825521410
31 Mar 1824417380
31 Dec 172134340
30 Sep 1719011320
30 Jun 171936310
31 Mar 171801320
31 Dec 16174-41310
30 Sep 16187-20290
30 Jun 16175-23280
31 Mar 161810270

Quality Earnings: HLNE has a large one-off gain of $84.2M impacting its last 12 months of financial results to 31st March, 2026.

Growing Profit Margin: HLNE's current net profit margins (32.8%) are higher than last year (30.5%).


Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis


Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: HLNE's earnings have grown by 15.4% per year over the past 5 years.

Accelerating Growth: HLNE's earnings growth over the past year (14.6%) is below its 5-year average (15.4% per year).

Earnings vs Industry: HLNE earnings growth over the past year (14.6%) did not outperform the Capital Markets industry 38.3%.


Return on Equity

High ROE: HLNE's Return on Equity (26.4%) is considered high.


Return on Assets


Return on Capital Employed


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/06/17 06:54
End of Day Share Price 2026/06/16 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2026/03/31

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Ownership10 years
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Management10 years
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Analyst Sources

Hamilton Lane Incorporated is covered by 9 analysts. 6 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Brennan HawkenBMO Capital Markets Equity Research
Alexander BlosteinGoldman Sachs
Kenneth WorthingtonJ.P. Morgan