- ISIN
- US4270968476
- CUSIP
- 427096847
- IPO Date
- Sep 27, 2018
Highlights
- Market Cap
- $4.90B
- Enterprise Value
- $4.88B
- EPS (TTM)
- $1.50
- PE Ratio
- 16.62
- PEG Ratio
- 1.18
- Total Revenue (TTM)
- $495.86M
- Gross Profit (TTM)
- $531.61M
- EBITDA (TTM)
- $398.04M
- Year Range
- $24.36 - $25.71
- ROA (TTM)
- 5.98%
- ROE (TTM)
- 12.96%
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Performance
HCXY Performance Chart
Hercules Capital, Inc. (HCXY) is up 0.7% since the beginning of the year. At $25 per share, HCXY is trading 3.2% below its 52-week high of $26. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of HCXY shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $1,266.
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Returns By Period
Hercules Capital, Inc. (HCXY) has returned 0.71% so far this year and 6.44% over the past 12 months.
Hercules Capital, Inc.
- 1D
- -0.87%
- 1M
- -0.28%
- YTD
- 0.71%
- 6M
- 1.25%
- 1Y
- 6.44%
- 3Y*
- 7.48%
- 5Y*
- 4.83%
- 10Y*
- —
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- -0.37%
- 1M
- -0.01%
- YTD
- 9.16%
- 6M
- 8.64%
- 1Y
- 25.22%
- 3Y*
- 19.78%
- 5Y*
- 11.99%
- 10Y*
- 13.88%
HCXY Monthly Returns History
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Sep 27, 2018, HCXY's average daily return is +0.03%, while the average monthly return is +0.57%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 10.2 years.
Historically, 61% of months were positive and 39% were negative. The best month was Apr 2020 with a return of +8.1%, while the worst month was Mar 2020 at -12.8%. The longest winning streak lasted 8 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.
On a daily basis, HCXY closed higher 43% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 8, 2020 with a return of +12.3%, while the worst single day was Mar 12, 2020 at -9.4%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0.22% | -0.38% | -1.10% | 1.67% | 0.91% | -0.58% | 0.71% | ||||||
| 2025 | 0.13% | 1.55% | 0.14% | -0.32% | -0.17% | 1.30% | 1.86% | 0.23% | 0.42% | 1.89% | -0.20% | 0.73% | 7.78% |
| 2024 | 0.74% | -0.30% | 0.10% | 1.56% | -0.28% | -0.09% | 1.85% | 2.56% | 0.12% | 1.43% | -0.39% | -1.29% | 6.10% |
| 2023 | 3.36% | 1.76% | -5.91% | 4.99% | -3.28% | 3.18% | 2.35% | -4.82% | 1.56% | -2.54% | 6.25% | 3.10% | 9.52% |
| 2022 | 0.59% | -2.16% | 0.35% | -0.74% | -0.28% | -0.24% | 1.05% | -0.04% | -6.47% | -1.20% | 6.89% | 0.90% | -1.82% |
| 2021 | 0.53% | -1.69% | 2.10% | 1.27% | -0.75% | 1.63% | 1.88% | -0.48% | -1.34% | 1.40% | 0.96% | -0.07% | 5.48% |
Benchmark Metrics
Hercules Capital, Inc. has an annualized alpha of 4.87%, beta of 0.23, and R2 of 0.07 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since September 27, 2018.
- This stock participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (22.93%) than losses (13.05%) - typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- Beta of 0.23 may look defensive, but with R2 of 0.07 this stock is largely uncorrelated with S&P 500 Index - low beta reflects independence, not downside protection. See the Volatility section for a true picture of this stock's risk.
- R2 of 0.07 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index - capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.
- Alpha
- 4.87%
- Beta
- 0.23
- R²
- 0.07
- Upside Capture
- 22.93%
- Downside Capture
- 13.05%
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
HCXY ranks 68 for risk / return — better than 68% of stocks on our site. You're getting solid returns for the risk taken. A good sign, especially for investors who want growth without excessive volatility.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Hercules Capital, Inc. (HCXY) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.
Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.
| HCXY | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | -1.24 | ||
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | -1.57 | ||
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.16 | 1.37 | -0.21 |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 2.02 | 2.78 | -0.77 |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 5.15 | 12.44 | -7.29 |
Dividends
Dividend History
Hercules Capital, Inc. provided a 6.28% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $1.56 per share.
| Period | TTM | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend | $1.56 | $1.56 | $1.56 | $1.56 | $1.56 | $1.56 | $1.56 | $1.56 | $0.16 |
Dividend yield | 6.28% | 6.13% | 6.21% | 6.19% | 6.35% | 5.86% | 5.83% | 5.93% | 0.67% |
Monthly Dividends
The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for Hercules Capital, Inc.. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.78 | ||||||
| 2025 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1.56 |
| 2024 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1.56 |
| 2023 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1.56 |
| 2022 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1.56 |
| 2021 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.39 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $1.56 |
Dividend Yield & Payout
Dividend Yield
Hercules Capital, Inc. has a dividend yield of 6.28%, which means its dividend payment is significantly above the market average.
Payout Ratio
Hercules Capital, Inc. has a payout ratio of 111.92%, which is above the market average. This might signify the company's strong earnings or financial health. However, it could also hint at a more mature business phase with potentially slower growth.
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
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Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Hercules Capital, Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the Hercules Capital, Inc. was 34.76%, occurring on Mar 20, 2020. Recovery took 129 trading sessions.
The current Hercules Capital, Inc. drawdown is 1.27%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
COVID crash2020 | -34.76%Mar 2020 | 22d | 6mo 7d | 6mo 29dFeb 2020 - Sep 2020 |
Bear market2022 | -15.23%Oct 2022 | 1y 6d | 2mo 24d | 1y 3moOct 2021 - Jan 2023 |
2023 correction2023 | -11.53%Mar 2023 | 1mo 5d | 4mo 4d | 5mo 9dFeb 2023 - Jul 2023 |
Rate-hike selloffLate 2018 | -9.34%Dec 2018 | 2mo 24d | 21d | 3mo 15dSep 2018 - Jan 2019 |
2023 pullback2023 | -7.43%Oct 2023 | 3mo 8d | 9d | 3mo 17dJul 2023 - Nov 2023 |
Drawdown Indicators
| HCXY | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -34.76% | -56.78% | +22.02% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | -3.20% | -9.10% | +5.90% |
Max Drawdown (3Y)Largest decline over 3 years | -7.43% | -18.90% | +11.47% |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | -15.23% | -25.43% | +10.20% |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | — | -33.92% | — |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -1.27% | -1.80% | +0.53% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -2.69% | -10.71% | +8.02% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | 1.25% | 2.03% | -0.78% |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
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Financials
Financial Performance
The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Hercules Capital, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.
Valuation
The Valuation section provides an overview of how Hercules Capital, Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the undefined industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.
PE Ratio
The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for HCXY, comparing it with other companies in the undefined industry. Currently, HCXY has a P/E ratio of 16.6. This P/E ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock may be fairly valued relative to its earnings.
PEG Ratio
The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for HCXY compared to other companies in the undefined industry. HCXY currently has a PEG ratio of 1.2. This PEG ratio is close to the industry average, suggesting the stock’s valuation is balanced against its growth outlook.
PS Ratio
This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for HCXY relative to other companies in the undefined industry. Currently, HCXY has a P/S ratio of 9.7. This P/S ratio is high relative to other companies in the industry. It could mean the stock is overvalued, or that investors expect strong future growth and profitability.
PB Ratio
The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for HCXY in comparison with other companies in the undefined industry. Currently, HCXY has a P/B value of 2.2. This P/B ratio is in line with the industry average, suggesting the stock is valued fairly in relation to its book value.
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