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Consumer DefensiveHerbalife Nutrition Ltd. · Packaged Foods · $1B
What is Herbalife Nutrition Ltd.?
Herbalife Nutrition is a global direct-selling company focused on nutrition, weight management, and personal care products. It operates across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and beyond.
Herbalife sells nutrition products through a network of independent distributors and company-operated retail platforms. Revenue comes from product sales across weight management shakes, dietary supplements, energy drinks, and outer nutrition lines. Distributors also purchase starter kits and sales materials, forming a key part of the business model.
Herbalife was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
- Meal replacement shakes and protein drinks
- Dietary and nutritional supplements
- Energy and sports nutrition products
- Skin, hair, and body care products
Is HLF a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates HLF as Below Average overall.
Valuation stands out as the one bright spot in HLF's profile, rated Attractive — suggesting the market may already be pricing in significant headwinds. Quality comes in at a Neutral level relative to peers.
Moat, Growth, and Risk are all rated Weak, reflecting meaningful structural and competitive challenges facing the business.
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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.
Does HLF pay dividends?
No — Herbalife Nutrition Ltd. does not currently pay a dividend.
Herbalife does not currently pay a dividend. Given the company's Weak Risk and Growth pillar ratings, capital is likely being directed toward managing debt and operational priorities rather than shareholder distributions.
When does HLF report earnings?
Herbalife Nutrition reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, typical for US-listed equities.
The company has faced persistent headwinds in recent periods, with growth and profitability under pressure across key markets. Distributor network dynamics and macroeconomic conditions continue to weigh on results.
For the most recent quarter's results, visit Herbalife Nutrition's investor relations page directly.
HLF Price History
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Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.
What if I invested in Herbalife Nutrition Ltd.?
Based on Herbalife Nutrition Ltd.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Herbalife Nutrition do?
Herbalife Nutrition develops and sells nutrition, weight management, and personal care products globally. Products are distributed primarily through a network of independent representatives, with some company-operated retail channels. The portfolio spans protein shakes, supplements, energy drinks, and skincare.
Does HLF pay dividends?
HLF does not currently pay a dividend. The company's financial profile, including Weak Risk and Growth ratings, suggests resources are focused on operational and balance sheet priorities rather than income distributions to shareholders.
When does HLF report earnings?
Herbalife reports on a standard quarterly schedule. Specific upcoming dates are not confirmed in our data — check the company's investor relations page for the latest earnings calendar.
Is HLF a good stock to buy?
UQS Score rates HLF as Below Average. While Valuation is Attractive, three of five pillars — Moat, Growth, and Risk — are rated Weak. Investors should weigh the low valuation against meaningful structural concerns before drawing conclusions.
Is HLF overvalued?
Based on UQS Score's Valuation pillar, HLF is rated Attractive, meaning the market appears to be pricing in significant challenges. Whether that discount is sufficient depends on how the other weak pillars evolve over time.
Is HLF a long-term quality indicator?
As a long-term quality indicator, HLF's Below Average UQS Score reflects concerns across growth trajectory, competitive moat, and risk profile. Investors focused on durable business quality may find the profile challenging to hold with conviction over a long horizon.
What sector does HLF belong to?
Herbalife Nutrition is classified in the Consumer Defensive sector. This sector typically includes companies selling everyday essentials, though Herbalife's direct-selling model and distributor-dependent revenue make it somewhat distinct within that group.
What is HLF's market cap bracket?
HLF is currently a small-cap stock. This places it in a tier where liquidity, analyst coverage, and institutional interest may be more limited compared to large- or mega-cap peers in the consumer nutrition space.
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HLF — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 20, 2026 | 14.8 | 0.0 | 37.0 | 0.0 | 36.9 | 0.0 | -39.4 |
| Jul 11, 2026 | 54.2 | 55.8 | 37.0 | 29.8 | 67.2 | 100.0 | — |
HLF — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 0.0/100 (25%)Herbalife Nutrition Ltd. currently shows below-average quality metrics, suggesting challenges with profitability.
How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.
Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.
Free cash flow relative to market value.
Growth
— 0.0/100 (20%)Herbalife Nutrition Ltd. faces growth headwinds with declining or stagnant revenue trends.
Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.
Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.
Risk
— 36.9/100 (15%)Herbalife Nutrition Ltd. has some risk factors including moderate leverage or solvency concerns.
Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.
Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.
Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.
Valuation
— 0.0/100 (15%)Herbalife Nutrition Ltd. appears expensively valued relative to its fundamentals and growth prospects.
Moat
— 37/100 (25%)Herbalife Nutrition Ltd. possesses some competitive advantages but faces meaningful competition. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for HLF.
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How is the HLF UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Herbalife Nutrition Ltd. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.
Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.
Moat (25%) assesses Herbalife Nutrition Ltd.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.
Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.
Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.
Valuation (15%) measures whether Herbalife Nutrition Ltd. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
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