Hamilton Lane Incorporated

NasdaqGS:HLNE Stock Report

Market Cap: US$4.4b

Hamilton Lane Dividends and Buybacks

Dividend criteria checks 3/6

Hamilton Lane is a dividend paying company with a current yield of 3.05% that is well covered by earnings. Next payment date is on 7th July, 2026 with an ex-dividend date of 18th June, 2026.

Key information

3.0%

Dividend yield

-0.8%

Buyback Yield

Total Shareholder Yield2.3%
Future Dividend Yield3.8%
Dividend Growth14.6%
Next dividend pay date07 Jul 26
Ex dividend date18 Jun 26
Dividend per sharen/a
Payout ratio36%

Recent dividend and buyback 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...
Analysis Article Jun 01

Hamilton Lane Incorporated Just Beat EPS By 8.2%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next

Hamilton Lane Incorporated ( NASDAQ:HLNE ) defied analyst predictions to release its yearly results, which were ahead...
Analysis Article May 30

Hamilton Lane Dividend Hike Raises New Questions About Earnings Trajectory And The Investment Case

Hamilton Lane declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.54 per share, marking a 10% increase in its target full-year payout, and released mixed earnings, reporting strong annual revenue and net income growth but relatively flat quarterly earnings per share.
Analysis Article May 08

There's Reason For Concern Over Hamilton Lane Incorporated's (NASDAQ:HLNE) Price

Hamilton Lane Incorporated's ( NASDAQ:HLNE ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 30.8x might make it look like a...
Analysis Article Apr 12

Do Hamilton Lane's (NASDAQ:HLNE) Earnings Warrant Your Attention?

Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...
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
Analysis Article Jan 17

What Hamilton Lane Incorporated's (NASDAQ:HLNE) P/E Is Not Telling You

When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 18x, you may...
Analysis Article Dec 13

Should You Be Adding Hamilton Lane (NASDAQ:HLNE) To Your Watchlist Today?

It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...
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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
Analysis Article Sep 30

Hamilton Lane Incorporated (NASDAQ:HLNE) Investors Are Less Pessimistic Than Expected

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 41.2x Hamilton Lane Incorporated ( NASDAQ:HLNE ) may be sending very...

Upcoming Dividend Payment

TodayJun 12 2026Ex Dividend DateJun 18 2026Dividend Pay DateJul 07 202619 days from Ex DividendBuy in the next 6 days to receive the upcoming dividend

Stability and Growth of Payments

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Stable Dividend: Whilst dividend payments have been stable, HLNE has been paying a dividend for less than 10 years.

Growing Dividend: HLNE's dividend payments have increased, but the company has only paid a dividend for 9 years.


Dividend Yield vs Market

Hamilton Lane Dividend Yield vs Market
How does HLNE dividend yield compare to the market?
SegmentDividend Yield
Company (HLNE)3.0%
Market Bottom 25% (US)1.4%
Market Top 25% (US)4.2%
Industry Average (Capital Markets)2.1%
Analyst forecast (HLNE) (up to 3 years)3.8%

Notable Dividend: HLNE's dividend (3.05%) is higher than the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the US market (1.41%).

High Dividend: HLNE's dividend (3.05%) is low compared to the top 25% of dividend payers in the US market (4.24%).


Earnings Payout to Shareholders

Earnings Coverage: With its reasonably low payout ratio (36.1%), HLNE's dividend payments are well covered by earnings.


Cash Payout to Shareholders

Cash Flow Coverage: With its reasonably low cash payout ratio (32.2%), HLNE's dividend payments are well covered by cash flows.


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/06/11 13:06
End of Day Share Price 2026/06/11 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2026/03/31

Data Sources

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PackageDataTimeframeExample US Source *
Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
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  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
  • Stock prices
  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

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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