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Founded in 1982, Autodesk is an application software company that serves industries in architecture, engineering, and construction; product design and manufacturing; and media and entertainment. Autodesk software enables design, modeling, and rendering needs of these industries. The company has over 4 million paid subscribers across 180 countries.

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Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 20 analysts have published ratings on Autodesk (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NASDAQ">ADSK</a>) in the last three months.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $343.5, a high estimate of $400.00, and a low estimate of $280.00. This current average reflects an increase of 11.41% from the previous average price target of $308.31. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738098045_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The standing of Autodesk among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Siti Panigrahi</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Clarke Jeffries</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$357.00</td>
<td>$311.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Borg</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Koenig</td>
<td>Macquarie</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Taylor McGinnis</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tyler Radke</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$361.00</td>
<td>$358.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Bersey</td>
<td>HSBC</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Broome</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Clarke Jeffries</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$311.00</td>
<td>$257.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Jester</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$308.00</td>
<td>$287.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Blair Abernethy</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
<td>$295.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tyler Radke</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$358.00</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ken Wong</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Turrin</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Keith Weiss</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$375.00</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Celino</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Allan Verkhovski</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Vruwink</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$305.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Borg</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Saket Kalia</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$355.00</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Autodesk. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Autodesk compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Autodesk's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ADSK/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Autodesk analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Autodesk</h2>
Founded in 1982, Autodesk is an application software company that serves industries in architecture, engineering, and construction; product design and manufacturing; and media and entertainment. Autodesk software enables design, modeling, and rendering needs of these industries. The company has over 4 million paid subscribers across 180 countries.
<h3>Breaking Down Autodesk's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Autodesk's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 11.03% as of 31 October, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Autodesk's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 17.52%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Autodesk's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 10.81% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Autodesk's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 2.74%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 0.99, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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Demystifying Autodesk: Insights From 20 Analyst Reviews

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Autodesk shares are trading higher after Mizuho upgraded the stock from Neutral to Outperform and raised its price target from $280 to $400.

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<li>Mizuho raised the price target for Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NASDAQ">ADSK</a>) from $280 to $400. Mizuho analyst Siti Panigrahi upgraded the stock from Neutral to Outperform. Autodesk shares closed at $299.07 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ADSK/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Barclays raised the price target for Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>) from $159 to $168. Barclays analyst Matt Miksic maintained an Equal-Weight rating. Johnson &amp; Johnson shares closed at $152.89 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/JNJ/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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<li>JP Morgan raised Ciena Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CIEN#NYSE">CIEN</a>) price target from $84 to $88. JP Morgan analyst Samik Chatterjee upgraded the stock from Neutral to Overweight. Ciena shares closed at $76.29 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CIEN/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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<li>Mizuho analyst Siti Panigrahi upgraded Autodesk, Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NASDAQ">ADSK</a>) from Neutral to Outperform and raised the price target from $280 to $400. Autodesk shares closed at $299.07 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ADSK/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Mizuho analyst Siti Panigrahi upgrades Autodesk (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NASDAQ">ADSK</a>) from Neutral to Outperform and raises the price target from $280 to $400.

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Autodesk's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NYSE">ADSK</a>) short percent of float has fallen 4.9% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.92 million shares sold short, which is 1.36% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.11 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Autodesk Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737983711_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Autodesk has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Autodesk's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
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Autodesk (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NASDAQ">ADSK</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 6.66% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 18.26%. Currently, Autodesk has a market capitalization of $64.73 billion. 
Buying $1000 In ADSK: If an investor had bought $1000 of ADSK stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $5,158.17 today based on a price of $300.36 for ADSK at the time of writing.
<h3>Autodesk's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much $1000 Invested In Autodesk 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

In the current market session, Autodesk Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NASDAQ">ADSK</a>) share price is at $294.62, after a 1.09% increase. Moreover, over the past month, the stock decreased by 2.19%, but in the past year, went up by 16.61%. Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is overvalued, even if the company is performing up to par in the current session. 

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<h3>Autodesk P/E Compared to Competitors</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Autodesk has a lower P/E than the aggregate P/E of 90.37 of the Software industry. Ideally, one might believe that the stock might perform worse than its peers, but it's also probable that the stock is undervalued. 

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In summary, while the price-to-earnings ratio is a valuable tool for investors to evaluate a company's market performance, it should be used with caution. A low P/E ratio can be an indication of undervaluation, but it can also suggest weak growth prospects or financial instability. Moreover, the P/E ratio is just one of many metrics that investors should consider when making investment decisions, and it should be evaluated alongside other financial ratios, industry trends, and qualitative factors. By taking a comprehensive approach to analyzing a company's financial health, investors can make well-informed decisions that are more likely to lead to successful outcomes.

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After the recent pullback, shares of Autodesk Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NASDAQ">ADSK</a>) appear more attractive, while the path for outperformance seems "cleaner" in 2025, according to Piper Sandler.
The Analyst: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/61387715a3c6b90001ec2bda/clarke-jeffries">Analyst Clarke Jeffries</a> upgraded the rating for Autodesk from Neutral to Overweight, while raising the price target from $311 to $357.
The Thesis: The share price is down 8% from the highs reached after the company's fiscal third-quarter earnings release, Jeffries said in the upgrade note.
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The stock came under pressure due to the appointment of Janesh Moorjani as the CFO and uncertainty around Autodesk's performance in fiscal 2026, "compounded&#8221; by FX and the &#8220;new transaction model," he added.
Due to a new CFO coming in, the company has not yet provided new targets, the analyst stated. Autodesk needs to "concretely define new efficiency goals," he added.
Autodesk exited "the steepest part of the multi-year billings trough in FY24" and its free cash flows could grow by more than 40% this year, and the company could "deploy cash more aggressively toward capital return policies in the coming year," Jeffries further wrote.
Price Action: Shares of Autodesk had risen by 1.37% to $294.80 at the time of publication on Wednesday.
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In the preceding three months, 20 analysts have released ratings for Autodesk (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NASDAQ">ADSK</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">10</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $340.5, along with a high estimate of $380.00 and a low estimate of $280.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $310.20, the current average has increased by 9.77%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736337655_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Autodesk. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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</thead>
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<tr>
<td>Clarke Jeffries</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$357.00</td>
<td>$311.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Borg</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steve Koenig</td>
<td>Macquarie</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Taylor McGinnis</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tyler Radke</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$361.00</td>
<td>$358.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Bersey</td>
<td>HSBC</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Broome</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Clarke Jeffries</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$311.00</td>
<td>$257.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Jester</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$308.00</td>
<td>$287.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Blair Abernethy</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
<td>$295.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tyler Radke</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$358.00</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ken Wong</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Turrin</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Keith Weiss</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$375.00</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jason Celino</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Allan Verkhovski</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Vruwink</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$330.00</td>
<td>$305.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adam Borg</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Saket Kalia</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$355.00</td>
<td>$310.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Turrin</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Autodesk. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Autodesk compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Autodesk's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ADSK/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Autodesk analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Autodesk</h2>
Founded in 1982, Autodesk is an application software company that serves industries in architecture, engineering, and construction; product design and manufacturing; and media and entertainment. Autodesk software enables design, modeling, and rendering needs of these industries. The company has over 4 million paid subscribers across 180 countries.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Autodesk's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Autodesk displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 October, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 11.03%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Autodesk's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 17.52%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Autodesk's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 10.81%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Autodesk's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.74% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: Autodesk's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 0.99. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Piper Sandler analyst Clarke Jeffries upgrades Autodesk (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NASDAQ">ADSK</a>) from Neutral to Overweight and raises the price target from $311 to $357.

Piper Sandler Upgrades Autodesk to Overweight, Raises Price Target to $357

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Autodesk.
Looking at options history for Autodesk (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NASDAQ">ADSK</a>) we detected 12 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 8% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 83% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $74,200 and 10, calls, for a total amount of $412,130.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $250.0 to $340.0 for Autodesk over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Autodesk's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Autodesk's whale trades within a strike price range from $250.0 to $340.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Autodesk Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735669829_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ADSK</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$12.1</td>
<td>$11.6</td>
<td>$11.6</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$76.5K</td>
<td align="right">408</td>
<td align="right">228</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ADSK</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$24.0</td>
<td>$23.0</td>
<td>$23.0</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$46.0K</td>
<td align="right">169</td>
<td align="right">20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ADSK</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$12.1</td>
<td>$11.8</td>
<td>$11.9</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$45.2K</td>
<td align="right">408</td>
<td align="right">38</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ADSK</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$11.8</td>
<td>$11.2</td>
<td>$11.3</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$42.9K</td>
<td align="right">408</td>
<td align="right">525</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ADSK</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$11.4</td>
<td>$11.3</td>
<td>$11.3</td>
<td>$340.00</td>
<td>$41.8K</td>
<td align="right">408</td>
<td align="right">320</td>
</tr>
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<h3>About Autodesk</h3>
Founded in 1982, Autodesk is an application software company that serves industries in architecture, engineering, and construction; product design and manufacturing; and media and entertainment. Autodesk software enables design, modeling, and rendering needs of these industries. The company has over 4 million paid subscribers across 180 countries.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding Autodesk, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Current Position of Autodesk</h3>
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<li>With a trading volume of 224,476, the price of ADSK is up by 0.26%, reaching $298.29.</li>
<li>Current RSI values indicate that the stock is is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings report is scheduled for 58 days from now.</li>
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<h3>What The Experts Say On Autodesk</h3>
Over the past month, 3 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $363.3333333333333.
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&#x2A; Reflecting concerns, an analyst from UBS lowers its rating to Buy with a new price target of $350. 
&#x2A; In a cautious move, an analyst from Macquarie downgraded its rating to Outperform, setting a price target of $380. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Stifel keeps a Buy rating on Autodesk with a target price of $360. 
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Autodesk (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NASDAQ">ADSK</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 2.91% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 11.28%. Currently, Autodesk has a market capitalization of $63.99 billion. 
Buying $1000 In ADSK: If an investor had bought $1000 of ADSK stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $7,932.54 today based on a price of $296.92 for ADSK at the time of writing.
<h3>Autodesk's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735332959_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Here's How Much $1000 Invested In Autodesk 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

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Autodesk's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NYSE">ADSK</a>) short percent of float has risen 7.76% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.69 million shares sold short, which is 1.25% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.4 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Autodesk Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734543015_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Autodesk has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Autodesk's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Autodesk's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.17%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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Peering Into Autodesk's Recent Short Interest

Stifel analyst Adam Borg maintains Autodesk (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADSK#NASDAQ">ADSK</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $340 to $360.

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