HON— Honeywell International Inc.
NasdaqGSIndustrials · Conglomerates
Honeywell International Inc. (HON) stock trades at $222.37, down 2.52% on the day. With a market capitalization of $140.91 billion, HON is a large-cap industrials stock. It trades at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 36.5, a forward P/E of 19.4 and earnings per share (EPS) of $6.09. Over the most recent period the company reported 2% year-over-year revenue growth and a net profit margin of 10.9%. Below you'll find HON's full fundamentals, fair-value estimates, dividend history, earnings and our buy, hold or avoid verdict for 2026.
Price & Performance
Performance
Analysis & Verdict
Honeywell International Inc. (HON) Stock Analysis 2026
Rule-based · Updated daily · Not financial advice
Honeywell International Inc. (HON) operates in the Conglomerates space within the Industrials sector. With a market cap of $140.9B, it qualifies as a mid-cap company. Growth is moderate and the business remains profitable, offering a balanced risk/reward profile compared to high-multiple peers.
- Forward P/E (19.4×) is lower than trailing P/E (36.5×) — analysts expect earnings to improve
- Healthy profit margin of 10.9%
- ROE of 24.3% shows management efficiently converts equity into profit
- Dividend yield of 2.14% provides consistent income on top of price appreciation
- P/E of 36.5× is above average — valuation requires continued strong growth to justify
- Earnings fell 42% YoY — profitability is under pressure
- High debt-to-equity of 257.39× increases financial risk, especially with elevated interest rates
Verdict
Buy / Hold
More positives than negatives. Fundamentals support holding while monitoring key risks.
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Fair Value Estimates
Current price: $222.37
Graham Number
√(22.5 × EPS × Book Value)
$54.21
Benjamin Graham's intrinsic value formula. Assumes a fair stock trades at no more than 22.5× the product of EPS and book value per share.
Bazin Ceiling Price
Avg. Annual DPS (5Y) ÷ 6%
$65.76
Décio Bazin's dividend-based ceiling. The max price you should pay so that dividends alone deliver at least 6% annual yield on your cost basis.
These are simplified estimates. Not financial advice.
Buy & Hold Checklist
Quality criteria for long-term holding
8/10
80% score
Pays dividends
15Y hist.15+ years of dividend history
Dividend consistency (5Y+)
15 yrsUninterrupted dividend payments for at least 5 years
ROE above 10%
24.3%Return on equity — measures how efficiently capital is used
Positive profit margin
10.9%Net profit margin must be positive — company earns more than it spends
Revenue growth (annual)
+2.4%Annual revenue must be growing compared to the prior year
Earnings growth (annual)
-41.9%Annual earnings must be growing compared to the prior year
Debt/Equity below 2×
257.39×Low financial leverage reduces risk of distress
Current ratio above 1
1.39×Short-term assets must cover short-term liabilities
Daily liquidity above $5M
$968M/dayHigh trading volume ensures easy entry and exit
Dividend yield above 0%
2.14%Stock must distribute income to shareholders
Financials
Revenue & Results
Key Statistics
Earnings
Next Earnings
Jul 23, 2026
29
days
EPS (TTM)
$6.09
P/E (TTM)
36.5
Fwd P/E
19.4
SEC Filings & Reported Financials
Earnings History
SEC EDGAR · official filings
SEC Filings
Official EDGAR documents
Insider Transactions
SEC Form 4 · officers, directors & 10% owners
Dividends & Income
Dividends
Current DY
2.14%
5Y Avg Annual
$3.7112
Last Payment
$1.1900
Ex-Date
05/15/2026
Annual dividends paid per share
| Ex-Date | Payment | Amount | Est. DY |
|---|---|---|---|
Latest05/15/2026 | 06/05/2026 | $1.1900 | 2.14% |
02/27/2026 | 03/20/2026 | $1.1900 | 2.14% |
11/14/2025 | 12/05/2025 | $1.1900 | 2.14% |
08/15/2025 | 09/05/2025 | $1.0650 | 1.92% |
05/16/2025 | 06/06/2025 | $1.0650 | 1.92% |
02/28/2025 | 03/21/2025 | $1.0650 | 1.92% |
11/15/2024 | 12/06/2024 | $1.0650 | 1.92% |
08/16/2024 | 09/06/2024 | $1.0179 | 1.83% |
Magic Number
Shares needed to self-fund your next purchase
$222.37
Price
$1.1900
Last div. (quarterly)
187
shares
Own 187 HON shares ($41,583.19) and each quarterly dividend pays for 1 new share — the snowball runs on its own.
Investment target
$41,583.19
New shares / year
+4 shares
Tools & Simulators
If You Had Invested…
Hypothetical return based on historical prices
* Dividend reinvestment calculated at ex-date price. For informational purposes only.
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About Honeywell International Inc.
Honeywell International Inc. engages in the aerospace technologies, industrial automation, building automation, and energy and sustainable solutions businesses in the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company's Aerospace Technologies segment offers auxiliary power units, propulsion engines, integrated avionics, connectivity services, electric power systems, management and technical services, environmental control and electric power systems, engine controls, flight safety, communications, navigation hardware, data and software applications, radar and surveillance systems, aircraft lighting, advanced systems and instruments, satellite and space components, and aircraft wheels and brakes; thermal systems; and spare parts; repair, overhaul, and maintenance services. Its Industrial Automation segment provides automation control and instrumentation products and services; smart energy products; sensing technologies with custom-engineered sensors and services; gas detection technologies and personal protective equipment; and system design automation equipment, as well as software and analytics for manufacturing, distribution, and fulfillment operations. Its Building Automation segment provides software applications for building control and optimization; sensors, switches, control systems, and instruments for energy management; access control; video surveillance; fire products; and installation, maintenance, and upgrade of systems. The company's Energy and Sustainability Solutions segment, through its UOP business, delivers licensed process technology, equipment, engineering, catalysts, adsorbents, and services for refining, petrochemicals, low-carbon energy, gas and LNG, and industrial solutions; as well as connectivity, data integration and software solutions. Honeywell International Inc. was founded in 1885 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Conglomerates
Location
Charlotte, United States
Employees
101,000
HON — Frequently Asked Questions
Is Honeywell International Inc. (HON) a good stock to buy in 2026?
Honeywell International Inc. (HON) shows strengths such as a 24% return on equity, while risks include high leverage (debt/equity of 257.4). Whether HON is a good buy in 2026 depends on your time horizon and risk tolerance — review the full bull case, bear case and fair-value estimates above. This is informational analysis, not financial advice.
What is HON's stock price today?
Honeywell International Inc. (HON) trades at $222.37, down 2.52% on the session. Prices on this page update throughout the trading day.
Does HON pay a dividend?
Yes. Honeywell International Inc. pays an annual dividend of $4.76 per share, a dividend yield of 2.14%. The most recent ex-dividend date was May 15, 2026. Its payout ratio is about 74% of earnings.
Is HON overvalued?
With a P/E ratio of 36.5×, HON is valued above the broad-market average for the industrials sector. Its PEG ratio is 2.09. See the Fair Value Estimates section above for Graham Number and dividend-based price targets.
What is HON's market cap?
Honeywell International Inc. (HON) has a market capitalization of $140.91 billion, classifying it as a large-cap stock in the Industrials sector.
Disclaimer: This page — including any buy/hold/avoid view, fair value or price estimate — is generated from market data for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment or trading advice. Data may be delayed or inaccurate. Always do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decision.