HNI Projects 19.4% EPS Growth, 7.9% Cash Flow Gain, Earns Rank #2
HNI’s EPS is projected to grow 19.4% this year versus a 15.7% industry average after delivering a 17.4% historical EPS increase. The company posted 7.9% year-over-year cash flow growth, saw current-year estimates rise 0.2% and holds a Growth Score of A with Zacks Rank #2.
1. EPS Growth
HNI achieved a historical EPS growth rate of 17.4% and now forecasts 19.4% EPS growth for the current year, outpacing the industry average projection of 15.7%. This acceleration underlines stronger profit momentum for the office furniture and fireplace manufacturer.
2. Cash Flow Performance
The company reported 7.9% year-over-year cash flow growth, surpassing an industry average of -4.4%. Over the past 3–5 years, HNI’s annualized cash flow growth has been 6.2% versus 3% for its peers, supporting expansion without heavy reliance on external funding.
3. Ratings and Estimate Revisions
Current-year earnings estimates for HNI have been revised upward by 0.2% over the past month. These upward revisions have contributed to a Growth Score of A and a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), signaling potential near-term outperformance.