Hubbell Inc $HUBB Stock Holdings Boosted by Danske Bank A S

Key Points

• Danske Bank A/S increased its stake in Hubbell by 7.7% in Q4, owning 67,950 shares worth about $30.18 million after adding 4,872 shares.
• Hubbell beat Q1 estimates (EPS $3.93 vs. $3.87; revenue $1.52B vs. $1.50B) and set FY2026 adjusted EPS guidance of $19.30–$19.85 with sales growth targeted at 8%–11%, while analysts maintain a consensus "Moderate Buy" and an average target of $537.25.
• Significant insider selling occurred recently—CEO Gerben Bakker sold 25,233 shares and VP Katherine Lane sold 4,610 shares—total insider sales of 34,689 shares worth about $17.4 million; insiders now own roughly 0.63% of the stock.

Danske Bank A S lifted its position in shares of Hubbell Inc (NYSE:HUBB - Free Report) by 7.7% in the 4th quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The fund owned 67,950 shares of the industrial products company's stock after acquiring an additional 4,872 shares during the period. Danske Bank A S owned 0.13% of Hubbell worth $30,177,000 as of its most recent filing with the SEC.

Several other institutional investors have also modified their holdings of HUBB. Thurston Springer Miller Herd & Titak Inc. grew its position in Hubbell by 147.8% in the 4th quarter. Thurston Springer Miller Herd & Titak Inc. now owns 57 shares of the industrial products company's stock valued at $25,000 after buying an additional 34 shares in the last quarter. NBT Bank N A NY bought a new position in Hubbell in the 4th quarter valued at about $27,000. Hantz Financial Services Inc. grew its position in Hubbell by 141.4% in the 3rd quarter. Hantz Financial Services Inc. now owns 70 shares of the industrial products company's stock valued at $30,000 after buying an additional 41 shares in the last quarter. Baillie Gifford & Co. boosted its position in shares of Hubbell by 62.8% during the 4th quarter. Baillie Gifford & Co. now owns 70 shares of the industrial products company's stock valued at $31,000 after purchasing an additional 27 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Harbor Investment Advisory LLC boosted its position in shares of Hubbell by 630.0% during the 4th quarter. Harbor Investment Advisory LLC now owns 73 shares of the industrial products company's stock valued at $32,000 after purchasing an additional 63 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors own 88.16% of the company's stock.

Insider Buying and Selling

In other news, VP Katherine Anne Lane sold 4,610 shares of the firm's stock in a transaction on Monday, February 9th. The shares were sold at an average price of $505.60, for a total value of $2,330,816.00. Following the sale, the vice president owned 14,913 shares in the company, valued at approximately $7,540,012.80. This trade represents a 23.61% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Also, CEO Gerben Bakker sold 25,233 shares of the firm's stock in a transaction on Friday, February 6th. The stock was sold at an average price of $498.97, for a total transaction of $12,590,510.01. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer owned 64,420 shares in the company, valued at approximately $32,143,647.40. The trade was a 28.15% decrease in their position. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. In the last three months, insiders have sold 34,689 shares of company stock worth $17,407,395. 0.63% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.

Hubbell Trading Up 0.0%

NYSE:HUBB opened at $508.30 on Friday. The stock's 50 day moving average price is $508.77 and its 200 day moving average price is $477.33. Hubbell Inc has a 52 week low of $346.07 and a 52 week high of $565.50. The company has a market capitalization of $27.02 billion, a P/E ratio of 30.02, a P/E/G ratio of 2.57 and a beta of 0.95. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.54, a quick ratio of 1.00 and a current ratio of 1.58.

Hubbell (NYSE:HUBB - Get Free Report) last released its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, April 30th. The industrial products company reported $3.93 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $3.87 by $0.06. Hubbell had a return on equity of 27.09% and a net margin of 15.10%.The firm had revenue of $1.52 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.50 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $3.50 earnings per share. The firm's revenue was up 11.1% on a year-over-year basis. Hubbell has set its FY 2026 guidance at 19.300-19.850 EPS. On average, research analysts forecast that Hubbell Inc will post 19.82 EPS for the current fiscal year.

Hubbell Announces Dividend

The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, June 15th. Shareholders of record on Friday, May 29th will be issued a dividend of $1.42 per share. This represents a $5.68 annualized dividend and a yield of 1.1%. The ex-dividend date is Friday, May 29th. Hubbell's dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 34.07%.

Hubbell News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting Hubbell this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Wells Fargo raised its price target on HUBB to $560 (from $530) and assigned an "overweight" rating, implying roughly a double-digit upside from current levels — a notable analyst endorsement that can attract momentum buyers. Read More.
• Positive Sentiment: Management set FY2026 adjusted EPS guidance of $19.30–$19.85 and raised its sales growth outlook to 8%–11%, signaling confidence in revenue expansion and margin sustainability for the year. That guidance aligns with street expectations and reduces forecast uncertainty. Read More.
• Positive Sentiment: Q1 results beat: EPS of $3.93 vs. $3.87 expected and revenue of $1.52B vs. $1.50B expected; revenue was +11.1% YoY and margins/ROE remain strong — concrete evidence the business is executing. Read More.
• Positive Sentiment: Management’s earnings call emphasized a “confident growth path,” reinforcing the upbeat guidance and giving investors more color on end-market demand and product momentum. Read More.
• Neutral Sentiment: Wider coverage and analysis (earnings transcripts and analyst write-ups) are being published today, providing detail for investors but no new material surprises beyond the beat and guidance. Read More.
• Neutral Sentiment: Multiple outlets (Zacks, Kalkine, MarketBeat) note the quarter’s metrics and guidance; these pieces may help reaffirm the view but are largely confirmatory. Read More.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In

Several equities analysts have recently weighed in on the stock. Stephens restated an "overweight" rating and set a $550.00 price objective on shares of Hubbell in a research report on Thursday, February 5th. Morgan Stanley raised their price objective on shares of Hubbell from $515.00 to $565.00 and gave the company an "equal weight" rating in a research report on Wednesday, March 11th. Weiss Ratings reaffirmed a "buy (b-)" rating on shares of Hubbell in a research note on Thursday, January 22nd. Evercore increased their price target on shares of Hubbell from $575.00 to $585.00 and gave the stock an "outperform" rating in a research report on Wednesday, February 4th. Finally, Mizuho set a $575.00 price target on shares of Hubbell in a research report on Wednesday, February 4th. Five analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and four have issued a Hold rating to the company's stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the stock presently has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy" and an average target price of $537.25.

Hubbell Company Profile

Hubbell Incorporated NYSE: HUBB is an industrial manufacturer and distributor of electrical and electronic products serving a range of end markets including commercial and residential construction, industrial, and utility customers. Founded in 1888 by Harvey Hubbell, the company has a long history in electrical innovation and product development and is headquartered in Connecticut. Hubbell designs, manufactures and sells components and systems that enable the distribution and control of electrical power and provide lighting solutions for indoor and outdoor environments.

The company's offerings span a broad portfolio of products used by contractors, utilities, original equipment manufacturers and facility owners.

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