Helios Technologies Management
Management criteria checks 3/4
Helios Technologies' CEO is Sean Bagan, appointed in Jul 2024, has a tenure of 2.17 years. total yearly compensation is $3.38M, comprised of 21.1% salary and 78.9% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.048% of the company’s shares, worth $1.08M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 5.3 years and 6.4 years respectively.
Key information
Sean Bagan
Chief executive officer
US$3.4m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 21.09% |
| CEO tenure | 2.2yrs |
| CEO ownership | 0.05% |
| Management average tenure | 5.3yrs |
| Board average tenure | 6.4yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Sep 10
HLIO: Electronics Momentum And Raised Guidance Will Likely Support Further Upside
Helios Technologies' fair value estimate has been raised from $80.00 to $88.00 as analysts point to a series of higher price targets, including moves to $95 and $110, supported by views that recent results and guidance exceeded prior expectations across key metrics. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Helios Technologies points to a cluster of higher price targets following what analysts describe as stronger than expected Q2 results and guidance.
Narrative Update • Aug 26
HLIO: Broad Q2 Execution And Index Inclusion Will Support 2026 Confidence
Analysts have lifted the fair value estimate for Helios Technologies stock from $100.00 to about $109.35. This reflects updated views on revenue growth, profit margin potential, and future P/E, in light of recent price target increases to $95 and $110 following what they describe as solid, broad based quarterly performance.Analysis Article • Aug 14
Earnings Beat: Helios Technologies, Inc. Just Beat Analyst Forecasts, And Analysts Have Been Updating Their Models
Last week saw the newest quarterly earnings release from Helios Technologies, Inc. ( NYSE:HLIO ), an important...
Narrative Update • Aug 12
HLIO: Automation Recovery And Raised 2026 Guidance Will Drive Upside Potential
Analysts have lifted the implied fair value for Helios Technologies to about $95 per share from about $88, reflecting updated assumptions for slightly lower discount rates, stronger revenue growth and profit margins, and a more moderate future P/E multiple in line with recent price target increases from $89 to $110 across JPMorgan, Stifel and KeyBanc research. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Helios Technologies centers on a series of price target increases tied to earnings execution, guidance and sector positioning.Seeking Alpha • Jul 29
Helios Technologies: A Rare GARP Play Worth Banking On
Summary Helios Technologies (HLIO) remains a soft ‘buy’ as long-term growth guidance and recent execution support further upside potential. Q1 2026 revenue grew 16.8% year-over-year to $228.4M, with broad-based segment strength and improved profitability metrics. Management targets $1.6B revenue and $400M EBITDA by 2030, driven by both organic and acquisition-led growth. HLIO trades at a GARP valuation; future results, especially Q2 2026, are key to sustaining the rating and market-beating returns. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Jul 06
HLIO: Industrial Cycle Turn And Index Inclusion Will Support 2026 Execution Confidence
Helios Technologies' fair value estimate has been raised from $85.00 to $100.00 as analysts point to higher price targets, a slightly lower discount rate, modestly stronger revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, and a higher future P/E multiple supported by improving industrial order trends. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Helios Technologies points to a cluster of higher price targets and constructive views on the industrial cycle, which feeds directly into how investors might think about the stock's valuation, execution risk, and growth potential.Narrative Update • Jun 22
HLIO: Industrial Upswing And Raised Guidance Will Likely Limit Further Upside
Analysts have raised Helios Technologies’ fair value estimate to $80 from $75, citing higher Street price targets in the $85 to $100 range, along with updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, a slightly lower discount rate, and a lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary on Helios Technologies Recent research on Helios Technologies points to growing optimism around the stock, with several firms lifting price targets into the mid to high US$80s and up to US$100.Narrative Update • Jun 05
HLIO: Automation Upswing And 2026 Guidance Will Shape Balanced Risk Reward
Analysts have raised the Helios Technologies fair value estimate from $79.50 to approximately $87.83, reflecting higher Street price targets in the $85 to $100 range that are supported by expectations for stronger industrial demand and a cyclical inflection in automation. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Helios Technologies clusters around higher price targets in the mid to high US$80s, with one major bank now at US$100.Analysis Article • May 14
Earnings Beat: Helios Technologies, Inc. Just Beat Analyst Forecasts, And Analysts Have Been Updating Their Models
As you might know, Helios Technologies, Inc. ( NYSE:HLIO ) just kicked off its latest quarterly results with some very...Narrative Update • May 07
HLIO: Short Cycle Momentum And Cautious 2026 Outlook Should Cap Near Term Upside
Analysts have lifted the fair value estimate for Helios Technologies from $62.00 to $75.00, citing higher Street price targets in the $76 to $82 range and confidence in strong near term guidance and momentum across both Hydraulics and Electronics. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more constructive view on Helios Technologies, with higher fair value estimates and price targets anchored in confidence around current guidance and momentum across Hydraulics and Electronics.Narrative Update • Apr 21
HLIO: Hydraulics And Electronics Momentum Will Support Conservative 2026 Execution Confidence
Analysts have lifted their consolidated price target for Helios Technologies by $4, citing Q1 guidance that sits above consensus and growing momentum in both Hydraulics and Electronics, even as management keeps 2026 expectations conservative in light of an uncertain macro backdrop. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are responding positively to Helios Technologies' recent guidance, with several lifting their price targets in quick succession and pointing to constructive readthroughs from both the Q4 print and initial 2026 outlook.Narrative Update • Apr 07
HLIO: Short Cycle Momentum And 2026 Guidance Will Support Upside Potential
Helios Technologies' updated analyst price target has moved to $79.50, as analysts point to stronger near term guidance, higher assumed future P/E multiples and improving visibility in its short cycle industrial businesses as key supports for the new valuation range reflected in recent Stifel and KeyBanc research. Analyst Commentary Recent research paints a generally constructive picture around Helios Technologies, with price targets moving into a higher range and commentary focusing on guidance quality, valuation support and business mix.Narrative Update • Mar 23
HLIO: Hydraulics And Electronics Momentum Will Support Short Cycle Upside Potential
Analysts have lifted their consolidated price target on Helios Technologies by a few dollars to reflect slightly higher assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and earnings multiples, citing stronger near term guidance, improving momentum in Hydraulics and Electronics, and what they view as conservative longer term outlooks. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are responding to Helios Technologies' recent guidance and earnings update by revising valuation frameworks and price targets higher, pointing to what they see as strong near term execution and conservative longer term assumptions.Narrative Update • Mar 09
HLIO: Hydraulics And Electronics Momentum Will Support Future P/E Re Rating
Our fair value estimate for Helios Technologies has moved to $85 from $80 as analysts reflect higher Street price targets, citing stronger near term guidance, conservative but constructive 2026 commentary, and building momentum in both Hydraulics and Electronics. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a constructive tone around Helios Technologies, with bullish analysts lifting price targets following Q4 results and initial 2026 guidance.Narrative Update • Feb 23
HLIO: Product Platform Expansion And P/E Support Will Shape Future Returns
Our Helios Technologies fair value estimate has moved from $73.00 to $80.00 as analysts incorporate updated assumptions on growth, profitability, and P/E support reflected in recent price target revisions and new coverage. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Helios Technologies has leaned constructive, with several bullish analysts updating their price targets and a fresh initiation from JPMorgan.Narrative Update • Feb 08
HLIO: Tight Execution Risks Will Restrain Upside Despite Recent Optimism
Narrative Update on Helios Technologies Analysts have lifted their price targets on Helios Technologies by about $9 to $10, citing modestly higher assumptions for revenue growth and profitability, along with a slightly lower future P/E multiple, as the main drivers of the updated view. Analyst Commentary Across recent research updates, the headline changes to price targets on Helios Technologies have come with a clear message: analysts are reassessing the balance between growth potential, profitability, and what they are willing to pay on a P/E basis.Analysis Article • Feb 07
Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Helios Technologies, Inc.'s (NYSE:HLIO) 27% Share Price Surge
Despite an already strong run, Helios Technologies, Inc. ( NYSE:HLIO ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 27...Narrative Update • Jan 25
HLIO: Balanced Outlook After Q3 Guidance Update And Leadership Changes
Narrative Update The updated analyst work on Helios Technologies lifts the fair value estimate from $45.00 to $62.00. This reflects higher modeled revenue growth, a slightly higher discount rate, modestly stronger profit margins, and a higher future P/E multiple, broadly in line with recent Street research citing positive views on the company following its Q3 report and guidance update.Narrative Update • Jan 11
HLIO: Strong Q3 And Raised Guidance Will Support Balanced Future Risk Reward
Analysts have raised their price target on Helios Technologies to $65 from $58, citing what they describe as a strong Q3 and an increase in full-year guidance as the main factors behind this revised outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more constructive view on Helios Technologies after what analysts describe as a strong Q3 update and higher full year guidance.Narrative Update • Dec 26
HLIO: Strong Q3 Execution And Raised Guidance Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have raised their price target on Helios Technologies to $65.00 from $58.00, citing a strong third quarter performance, an improved profit margin outlook, and upgraded full year guidance as key drivers of enhanced earnings power and a lower expected future price to earnings multiple. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the higher price target as a reflection of stronger earnings visibility following the solid Q3 performance and raised full year guidance.Narrative Update • Dec 12
HLIO: Raised Guidance And Margin Execution Will Drive Future Outperformance
Analysts have raised their price target on Helios Technologies to $65.00 from $58.00, citing a strong third quarter performance and increased full year guidance as support for the higher valuation. Analyst Commentary Following the strong third quarter results and raised full year guidance, analysts are reassessing the company’s risk reward profile and the sustainability of recent momentum in both revenue and margin performance.Narrative Update • Nov 28
HLIO: Self-Help Levers Will Drive Outperformance As End Markets Recover
Analysts have modestly increased their price target for Helios Technologies from $63.80 to $65.20. They cite improved financial guidance, positive management initiatives, and signs of stabilization in the company’s key end markets as contributing factors.Narrative Update • Nov 14
HLIO: Self-Help Initiatives Will Drive Outperformance Amid End Market Recovery
Analysts have raised their price target for Helios Technologies from $60.60 to $63.80, citing improving company self-help initiatives and stronger than expected recent performance. Analyst Commentary Following recent company updates, analysts have offered fresh commentary regarding Helios Technologies’ outlook and valuation.Narrative Update • Sep 06
Electrification And Digital Solutions Will Drive Future Industrial Progress
Helios Technologies' consensus price target has been raised to $60.60 as analysts cite strong self-help initiatives under new leadership, early signs of core market stabilization, and a more disciplined strategic focus, outweighing manageable near-term margin headwinds. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts point to emerging self-help initiatives under the new CEO, including more rigorous portfolio and operational reviews, as key drivers for potential outperformance.Analysis Article • Aug 07
Helios Technologies, Inc. Just Recorded A 13% EPS Beat: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Next
Helios Technologies, Inc. ( NYSE:HLIO ) just released its latest second-quarter results and things are looking bullish...Analysis Article • Aug 06
Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Helios Technologies, Inc.'s (NYSE:HLIO) 34% Share Price Surge
NYSE:HLIO 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Helios Technologies's Fair Values from the Community and select...Narrative Update • Aug 06
Electrification And Digital Solutions Will Drive Future Industrial Progress
The notable increase in Helios Technologies’ net profit margin and the sharp decline in its future P/E multiple indicate stronger profitability and improved valuation, driving the consensus analyst price target up from $45.20 to $50.40. What's in the News Helios Technologies raised full-year 2025 earnings guidance, now expecting total net sales of $810–$830 million, up from the previous range of $775–$825 million.Analysis Article • Aug 04
Is Helios Technologies (NYSE:HLIO) Using Too Much Debt?
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it might be obvious that you need to...Analysis Article • Jul 21
At US$36.28, Is It Time To Put Helios Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:HLIO) On Your Watch List?
Helios Technologies, Inc. ( NYSE:HLIO ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a significant share price rise of...Analysis Article • Jul 01
Helios Technologies (NYSE:HLIO) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.09
Helios Technologies, Inc. ( NYSE:HLIO ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.09 per share on the 21st of...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 04 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$71m |
| Apr 04 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$61m |
| Jan 03 2026 | US$3m | US$713k | US$48m |
| Sep 27 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$34m |
| Jun 28 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$35m |
| Mar 29 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$37m |
| Dec 28 2024 | US$2m | US$440k | US$39m |
| Sep 28 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$38m |
| Jun 29 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$30m |
| Mar 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$33m |
| Dec 30 2023 | US$1m | US$176k | US$38m |
Compensation vs Market: Sean's total compensation ($USD3.38M) is below average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD5.19M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Sean's compensation has increased by more than 20% in the past year.
CEO
Sean Bagan (50 yo)
2.2yrs
Tenure
US$3,383,351
Compensation
Mr. Sean Bagan served as Chief Financial Officer at Helios Technologies, Inc. since joined its in August 9, 2023 until October 2025 and served as its Interim President & CEO since July 01, 2024 until Janua...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President | 2.2yrs | US$3.38m | 0.048% $ 1.1m | |
| CFO & EVP | 2.7yrs | US$604.35k | 0.0028% $ 62.6k | |
| Executive Vice President | 4.7yrs | US$1.33m | 0.031% $ 685.6k | |
| President of Hydraulics - FCT | 7.3yrs | US$1.23m | 0.034% $ 770.3k | |
| President of Hydraulics - MCT | 6.7yrs | US$1.01m | 0.042% $ 934.5k | |
| Vice President of Investor Relations | no data | no data | no data | |
| Vice President of Human Resources | 4.7yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Engineer of Design | 5.7yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Engineer of R&D | 5.7yrs | no data | no data | |
| Senior VP & MD of Balboa Water Group | 5.1yrs | no data | no data | |
| President of Electronics Segment | 5.3yrs | no data | 0.0032% $ 71.1k | |
| Global Lead of CVT Sales & Business Development | 10.1yrs | US$536.08k | no data |
5.3yrs
Average Tenure
53.5yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: HLIO's management team is seasoned and experienced (5.3 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President | 1.3yrs | US$3.38m | 0.048% $ 1.1m | |
| Independent Chair | 6.4yrs | US$323.90k | 0.058% $ 1.3m | |
| Independent Director | 9.8yrs | US$262.34k | 0.090% $ 2.0m | |
| Independent Director | 1.3yrs | US$121.43k | no data | |
| Independent Director | 12.3yrs | US$252.44k | 0.055% $ 1.2m | |
| Independent Director | 4.3yrs | US$262.34k | 0.031% $ 706.2k | |
| Independent Director | 6.4yrs | US$249.98k | 0.052% $ 1.2m |
6.4yrs
Average Tenure
59yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: HLIO's board of directors are considered experienced (6.4 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/11 21:55 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/11 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/07/04 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/01/03 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Helios Technologies, Inc. is covered by 11 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.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Mircea Dobre | Baird |
| Christopher Moore | CJS Securities, Inc. |
| Jonathan Tanwanteng | CJS Securities, Inc. |