Harvey Norman (HVN) Stock Price, Fundamentals & Analysis

What HVN does

Harvey Norman (HVN) is a stock listed on the ASX in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Specialty Retail industry. The company operates an integrated retail, franchise, property, and digital system business, selling furniture, bedding, computers, communications, and consumer electrical products. Harvey Norman also owns, develops, and manages retail complexes and acts as a lessor of premises to franchisees such as Harvey Norman, Domayne, and Joyce Mayne, as well as other third parties. The business includes property investment, media placement, and commercial loans and advances. Founded in 1982, the company is headquartered in Homebush West, Australia.

Key numbers explained

• The current price of 4.14 AUD reflects the latest trading value of one share on the ASX.
• The trailing P/E ratio of 9.9 is a valuation metric that shows how much investors pay per dollar of the company's last 12 months of earnings; a lower figure can suggest the stock is priced more conservatively relative to earnings.
• The forward P/E ratio of 11.5 uses expected earnings to estimate what the valuation might look like going forward.
• The dividend yield of 6.28% is a yield measure indicating the annual dividend income as a percentage of the current share price, which is relatively high compared with many other companies.
• The exDividendDate of Oct 6, 2026 is the date by which an investor must own the share to receive the next dividend payment.
• A beta of 0.71 suggests the stock has historically moved less than the overall market, which can mean lower volatility.
• The 52-week range of 4.04 – 7.7 shows the lowest and highest prices over the past year, illustrating the spread between recent lows and highs.
• The price change over the last 52 weeks of -43.7% indicates the percentage decline from the price a year ago to the current level.

What to watch

Investors tracking Harvey Norman may consider the broader Consumer Cyclical sector, as demand for furniture, bedding, and consumer electronics can be sensitive to economic cycles and consumer confidence. The company's mix of retail operations, franchise management, and property holdings means that changes in property values, leasing activity, and franchisee performance can all influence results. The ASX 200 index, of which Harvey Norman is a component, provides a broader market context for the stock's movements. Comparing Harvey Norman with peers such as Premier Investments (PMV), Aristocrat Leisure (ALL), Flight Centre Travel Group (FLT), Light & Wonder (LNW), Corporate Travel Management (CTD), Eagers Automotive (APE), and The Lottery Corporation (TLC) can help frame its position within the Australian market. The next earnings release is scheduled for Aug 28, 2026, which typically brings updated figures on revenue, margins, and guidance.