The Honest Company, Inc.
HNSTConsumer DefensiveNASDAQHousehold & Personal Products · Last scanned Sep 9, 2026
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Daily timeframePart of the consumer defensive sector, The Honest Company, Inc. (HNST) is listed under Household & Personal Products. Valued at $615.8M, HNST is a small-cap name in its sector. It offers wipes, personal care, diapers, and beauty products.
Market Cap
$615.8M
Beta
2.24
P/E (TTM)
—
P/E (Fwd)
49.02
EPS (TTM)
$-0.11
EPS (Fwd)
$0.12
ROE
-6.9%
ROA
1.4%
Cash
$105.9M
Total Debt
$9.5M
Free CF
$72.7M
52W Change
57.0%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where HNST stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the August 26, 2026 close, HNST finished 64.18% above its 150-day moving average ($3.35) and 72.96% above its 200-day moving average ($3.18). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is HNST overbought or oversold?
At the August 26, 2026 close, HNST's RSI(14) was 75.1, in overbought territory (above 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
The Honest Company, Inc. holds $105.9M in cash against $9.5M in total debt, giving it a net cash position. This means the company could theoretically pay off all its debt and still have cash remaining. The company generates $72.7M in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. ROE of -6.9% points to negative capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 1.4% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $313.7M to $371.3M.
The Honest Company, Inc.'s elevated beta suggests the stock experiences more pronounced price movements than the overall market, which increases both upside potential and downside risk. With cash comfortably exceeding debt, HNST has financial flexibility that may help navigate uncertain periods. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing HNST.