H.B. Fuller Company

NYSE:FUL Stock Report

Market Cap: US$3.3b

H.B. Fuller Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 4/6

H.B. Fuller's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -4.2%, while the Chemicals industry saw earnings growing at 0.4% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 2% per year. H.B. Fuller's return on equity is 7.7%, and it has net margins of 4.6%.

Key information

-4.18%

Earnings growth rate

-5.13%

EPS growth rate

Chemicals Industry Growth12.93%
Revenue growth rate2.03%
Return on equity7.74%
Net Margin4.62%
Last Earnings Update28 Feb 2026

Recent past performance updates

Analysis Article Oct 03

There May Be Reason For Hope In H.B. Fuller's (NYSE:FUL) Disappointing Earnings

Soft earnings didn't appear to concern H.B. Fuller Company's ( NYSE:FUL ) shareholders over the last week. Our analysis...

Recent updates

Narrative Update Apr 26

FUL: Raised Guidance And P/E Assumptions Will Support Stronger Long Term Outlook

Analysts have adjusted their outlook on H.B. Fuller, with offsetting moves such as a $3 increase in the price target at Citi and a $3 reduction at UBS. These changes are framed around updated views on valuation inputs such as the discount rate and the assumed future P/E multiple.
Narrative Update Apr 12

FUL: Long Term Assumptions Will Support Balanced Outlook Despite Mixed Guidance

The analyst price target for H.B. Fuller edges slightly lower to about $70.43 from roughly $70.71, as analysts balance recent target increases from several firms with more cautious revisions tied to adjusted growth, margin, and P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on H.B. Fuller presents a mixed picture, with several firms adjusting price targets both higher and lower over the past few months.
Narrative Update Mar 29

FUL: Higher Long Term Assumptions Will Support Upside Despite Mixed Guidance

Analysts trimmed the average H.B. Fuller price target by about $1 to $70.71, reflecting a mix of recent upward and downward revisions as they reassessed assumptions on growth, profitability, and valuation multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent research on H.B. Fuller features a mix of higher and lower price targets.
Seeking Alpha Mar 26

I'm Less Positive On H.B. Fuller After This Quarter (Downgrade)

Summary With margins holding up but sales volumes weakening, the stock’s upside appears limited, leading to a neutral stance on shares. Organic revenue declined 6.6%, driven primarily by a 7.2% drop in sales volumes across several end markets. Customer caution in construction and general industrial markets continued to weigh on demand, particularly within Building Adhesive Solutions and consumer-related segments. Net leverage has improved to roughly 3.1× EBITDA, though the company still carries a relatively high debt load and a below-investment-grade credit rating. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update Mar 14

FUL: Higher P/E Assumptions Will Support Upside Despite Muted Revenue Outlook

Analysts have lifted their consolidated price target on H.B. Fuller by several dollars, with recent $2 to $6 upward revisions tied to their updated views on the company’s earnings power and P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts raising their targets by $2 to $6 are largely reacting to updated assumptions on H.B. Fuller’s earnings power and the P/E they are willing to apply to those earnings.
Narrative Update Feb 28

FUL: Free Cash Flow Support Will Offset Modest Outlook And Future P/E Assumptions

H.B. Fuller’s analyst price target has been lifted by several firms, with recent increases of $2 to $6 reflecting analysts’ updated views on its earnings profile and modest adjustments to assumptions such as discount rate, long-term revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research points to a cluster of higher price targets for H.B. Fuller, with adjustments in the range of $2 to $6.
Narrative Update Feb 14

FUL: Free Cash Flow Support Will Balance Organic Headwinds And Future P/E Expectations

The Street has nudged its view on H.B. Fuller higher, with analysts lifting price targets by $2 to $6 as they point to a mix of free cash flow support and valuation considerations, even as they flag near term organic growth headwinds. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research clusters around a common theme for H.B. Fuller, with price target increases framed against ongoing pressure on near term organic growth.
Narrative Update Jan 31

FUL: Free Cash Flow Support Will Underpin Higher Future P/E Expectations

Analysts have lifted their price targets on H.B. Fuller by between $2 and $6, citing updated views on valuation, free cash flow support, and a slightly higher assumed future P/E multiple in their models. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates show a cluster of higher price targets for H.B. Fuller, with several firms revisiting their models to reflect revised valuation assumptions, free cash flow support, and modestly higher assumed future P/E multiples.
Narrative Update Jan 17

FUL: Higher P/E Expectations Will Shape Medium Term Earnings Power

Analysts have raised their price targets for H.B. Fuller, reflected in the fair value estimate increasing from $68.83 to $71.71. This change is based on a higher assumed future P/E multiple, along with slightly revised assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, and profit margins.
Analysis Article Jan 08

Investors Will Want H.B. Fuller's (NYSE:FUL) Growth In ROCE To Persist

What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...
Analysis Article Nov 14

We Think H.B. Fuller (NYSE:FUL) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt

The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...
Analysis Article Oct 03

There May Be Reason For Hope In H.B. Fuller's (NYSE:FUL) Disappointing Earnings

Soft earnings didn't appear to concern H.B. Fuller Company's ( NYSE:FUL ) shareholders over the last week. Our analysis...
Analysis Article Sep 30

H.B. Fuller Company Beat Analyst Estimates: See What The Consensus Is Forecasting For Next Year

Shareholders might have noticed that H.B. Fuller Company ( NYSE:FUL ) filed its quarterly result this time last week...
Narrative Update Sep 28

ND Industries Integration And HHC Pricing Will Secure Stability

Analysts have raised H.B. Fuller's price target to $68.83, citing confidence in continued EBITDA growth, margin expansion, and operational execution despite a weak growth environment. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight solid year-over-year EBITDA growth expected in fiscal 2025, despite a sluggish growth environment.
Analysis Article Aug 30

Estimating The Intrinsic Value Of H.B. Fuller Company (NYSE:FUL)

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, H.B. Fuller fair value estimate is US$53.78 With US$61.05...
Analysis Article Aug 14

H.B. Fuller Company's (NYSE:FUL) P/E Is On The Mark

H.B. Fuller Company's ( NYSE:FUL ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 31.7x might make it look like a strong sell...
Analysis Article Jul 30

Is Now The Time To Look At Buying H.B. Fuller Company (NYSE:FUL)?

While H.B. Fuller Company ( NYSE:FUL ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw a double-digit share price...
Analysis Article Jul 15

There's Been No Shortage Of Growth Recently For H.B. Fuller's (NYSE:FUL) Returns On Capital

If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. Ideally, a business will show two...
Analysis Article May 22

Is H.B. Fuller Company (NYSE:FUL) Worth US$54.7 Based On Its Intrinsic Value?

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, H.B. Fuller fair value estimate is US$41.64 H.B. Fuller is...
Analysis Article May 07

H.B. Fuller (NYSE:FUL) Takes On Some Risk With Its Use Of Debt

Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' It's only natural to consider a company's...
Analysis Article Apr 19

H.B. Fuller (NYSE:FUL) Will Pay A Larger Dividend Than Last Year At $0.235

The board of H.B. Fuller Company ( NYSE:FUL ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend by 5.6% on the 13th...
Analysis Article Apr 10

Here's What To Make Of H.B. Fuller's (NYSE:FUL) Decelerating Rates Of Return

If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. In a perfect world, we'd like to see...
Analysis Article Mar 13

Shareholders Should Be Pleased With H.B. Fuller Company's (NYSE:FUL) Price

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 22.4x H.B. Fuller Company ( NYSE:FUL ) may be sending bearish signals at...
Analysis Article Feb 21

What Is H.B. Fuller Company's (NYSE:FUL) Share Price Doing?

H.B. Fuller Company ( NYSE:FUL ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw significant share price movement...
Analysis Article Jan 23

We Think You Can Look Beyond H.B. Fuller's (NYSE:FUL) Lackluster Earnings

Shareholders appeared unconcerned with H.B. Fuller Company's ( NYSE:FUL ) lackluster earnings report last week. We...
Seeking Alpha Jan 17

Evaluation Of H.B. Fuller After A 30% Decline

Summary H.B. Fuller missed analysts' estimates for the second consecutive quarter, leading to a 3% stock decline and hitting a nearly 3-year low. Despite recent stagnation, H.B. Fuller expects to realize price hikes in 2025, with projected earnings per share growth of 5% and potential for significant future gains. The stock's sharp 30% decline is attributed to its initially high valuation; it now trades at a more reasonable 15.0x forward P/E ratio. Given its cyclical nature, H.B. Fuller offers substantial upside potential but is not a long-term hold; investors should reassess at $79 target. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Dec 21

Does H.B. Fuller (NYSE:FUL) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...
Seeking Alpha Dec 08

H.B. Fuller: Still Not Fully Onboard

Summary H.B. Fuller faces lackluster revenue growth and margin pressure despite M&A activities, leading to cautious investment sentiment and a neutral stance. The company has a long heritage, generating $3.5 billion in 2023 sales, but inventory de-stocking and soft trends have weighed on sales growth for a while. Recent acquisitions and reorganization efforts have increased net debt to $2 billion, raising leverage ratios to 3.2-3.3 times amidst flat organic sales. I remain cautious and seek an entry point in the mid-sixties, given the current 18 times earnings multiple and expensive portfolio reshuffling. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Dec 07

Earnings Not Telling The Story For H.B. Fuller Company (NYSE:FUL)

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 22.6x H.B. Fuller Company ( NYSE:FUL ) may be sending bearish signals at...
Analysis Article Nov 20

Should You Investigate H.B. Fuller Company (NYSE:FUL) At US$73.70?

H.B. Fuller Company ( NYSE:FUL ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw significant share price movement...
Analysis Article Nov 07

A Look At The Intrinsic Value Of H.B. Fuller Company (NYSE:FUL)

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, H.B. Fuller fair value estimate is US$92.46 With US$79.33...
Analysis Article Oct 11

H.B. Fuller (NYSE:FUL) Is Looking To Continue Growing Its Returns On Capital

If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

How H.B. Fuller makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.


Earnings and Revenue History

NYSE:FUL Revenue, expenses and earnings (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
28 Feb 263,45616063662
29 Nov 253,47415263362
30 Aug 253,50211565450
31 May 253,52810365050
01 Mar 253,54711364850
30 Nov 243,56913064150
31 Aug 243,54818361149
01 Jun 243,53116560849
02 Mar 243,51215459249
02 Dec 233,51114557249
02 Sep 233,56614857545
03 Jun 233,60715756745
04 Mar 233,70216456545
03 Dec 223,74918057045
27 Aug 223,68818357739
28 May 223,57416855039
26 Feb 223,40917053239
27 Nov 213,27816151839
28 Aug 213,15815149737
29 May 213,02316149437
27 Feb 212,87014447737
28 Nov 202,79012447937
29 Aug 202,75211548537
30 May 202,78612349537
29 Feb 202,87112851437
30 Nov 192,89713151837
31 Aug 192,92614051836
01 Jun 192,97112852736
02 Mar 193,00113652836
01 Dec 183,04117153836
01 Sep 182,95112354430
02 Jun 182,74411151130
03 Mar 182,5169247130
02 Dec 172,3065943230
02 Sep 172,20310540029
03 Jun 172,15311338829
04 Mar 172,12412039029
03 Dec 162,09512238529
27 Aug 162,06811037626
28 May 162,07910437726
27 Feb 162,0879737326
28 Nov 152,0848836826
29 Aug 152,0837436621
30 May 152,0865136421

Quality Earnings: FUL has high quality earnings.

Growing Profit Margin: FUL's current net profit margins (4.6%) are higher than last year (3.2%).


Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis


Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: FUL's earnings have declined by 4.2% per year over the past 5 years.

Accelerating Growth: FUL's earnings growth over the past year (41.8%) exceeds its 5-year average (-4.2% per year).

Earnings vs Industry: FUL earnings growth over the past year (41.8%) exceeded the Chemicals industry 2.1%.


Return on Equity

High ROE: FUL's Return on Equity (7.7%) is considered low.


Return on Assets


Return on Capital Employed


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/07 07:26
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/07 00:00
Earnings2026/02/28
Annual Earnings2025/11/29

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Analyst Sources

H.B. Fuller Company is covered by 13 analysts. 7 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Ghansham PanjabiBaird
Paretosh MisraBerenberg
Patrick CunninghamCitigroup Inc