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In the current session, the stock is trading at $190.23, after a 0.61% increase. Over the past month, PTC Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NASDAQ">PTC</a>) stock increased by 5.53%, and in the past year, by 8.06%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are optimistic but others are more likely to look into the price-to-earnings ratio to see if the stock might be overvalued.

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738266322_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>A Look at PTC P/E Relative to Its Competitors</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the 119.66 in the Software industry, PTC Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 60.6. Shareholders might be inclined to think that the stock might perform worse than it's industry peers. It's also possible that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738266322_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

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PTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NASDAQ">PTC</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 4.37% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 17.53%. Currently, PTC has a market capitalization of $22.61 billion. 
Buying $100 In PTC: If an investor had bought $100 of PTC stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $224.86 today based on a price of $188.19 for PTC at the time of writing.
<h3>PTC's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737560709_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.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning PTC Stock In The Last 5 Years

In the current market session, PTC Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NASDAQ">PTC</a>) share price is at $184.45, after a 0.05% increase. Moreover, over the past month, the stock decreased by 8.39%, but in the past year, increased by 6.08%. Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is overvalued, even if the company is performing up to par in the current session. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736529309_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>PTC P/E Ratio Analysis in Relation to Industry Peers</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
PTC has a lower P/E than the aggregate P/E of 97.91 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. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736529309_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

PTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NASDAQ">PTC</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 6.57% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 18.02%. Currently, PTC has a market capitalization of $22.22 billion. 
Buying $1000 In PTC: If an investor had bought $1000 of PTC stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $5,201.36 today based on a price of $184.98 for PTC at the time of writing.
<h3>PTC's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735590607_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.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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

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Ratings for PTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NASDAQ">PTC</a>) were provided by 7 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
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>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
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<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>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for PTC, presenting an average target of $217.29, a high estimate of $230.00, and a low estimate of $195.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 7.04% from the previous average price target of $203.00.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734548446_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive PTC. 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>
</tr>
</thead>
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<td>Adam Borg</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
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<td>Stephen Tusa</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Joe Vruwink</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$228.00</td>
<td>$226.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Matthew Hedberg</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$202.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Clarke Jeffries</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$202.00</td>
<td>$182.00</td>
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<td>Joe Vruwink</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$226.00</td>
<td>$216.00</td>
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<td>Blair Abernethy</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to PTC. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of PTC compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for PTC's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
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Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of PTC's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PTC/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on PTC analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About PTC</h2>
PTC offers high-end computer-assisted design (Creo) and product lifecycle management (Windchill) software as well as Internet of Things and AR industrial solutions. Founded in 1985, PTC has 28,000 customers, with revenue stemming mostly from North America (45%) and Europe (40%).
<h3>PTC's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, PTC showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 14.62% as of 30 September, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: PTC's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 20.19% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): PTC's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 4.06%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): PTC's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 2.02%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: PTC's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 0.6. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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Demystifying PTC: Insights From 7 Analyst Reviews

Stifel analyst Adam Borg maintains PTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NASDAQ">PTC</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $200 to $230.

Stifel Maintains Buy on PTC, Raises Price Target to $230

PTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NASDAQ">PTC</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 8.6% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 22.31%. Currently, PTC has a market capitalization of $24.23 billion. 
Buying $1000 In PTC: If an investor had bought $1000 of PTC stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,714.30 today based on a price of $201.70 for PTC at the time of writing.
<h3>PTC's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734012010_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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$1000 Invested In PTC 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

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BOSTON, Dec. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4315835-1&amp;h=4227278656&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ptc.com%2F&amp;a=PTC">PTC</a>&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NASDAQ">PTC</a>) today announced that it has partnered with Microsoft and Volkswagen Group to develop a generative artificial intelligence (AI) copilot based on the PTC Codebeamer&#xAE; application lifecycle management (ALM) solution. Codebeamer Copilot will support software development in physical products by enabling software engineers to create and manage product requirements more efficiently as well as test, validate, and release them.
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PTC's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NYSE">PTC</a>) short percent of float has fallen 17.08% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.11 million shares sold short, which is 1.99% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.01 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>PTC Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733166023_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for PTC 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 PTC'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>, PTC's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.92%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Throughout the last three months, 6 analysts have evaluated PTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NASDAQ">PTC</a>), offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing 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">1</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
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<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">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M 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>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</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 $215.17, a high estimate of $230.00, and a low estimate of $195.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $203.50, the current average has increased by 5.73%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733158842_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
A clear picture of PTC's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis 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>Stephen Tusa</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
<td>$200.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Vruwink</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$228.00</td>
<td>$226.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Hedberg</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$202.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Clarke Jeffries</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$202.00</td>
<td>$182.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joe Vruwink</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$226.00</td>
<td>$216.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Blair Abernethy</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
<td>$195.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to PTC. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of PTC compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for PTC's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into PTC's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PTC/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on PTC analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering PTC: A Closer Look</h2>
PTC offers high-end computer-assisted design (Creo) and product lifecycle management (Windchill) software as well as Internet of Things and AR industrial solutions. Founded in 1985, PTC has 28,000 customers, with revenue stemming mostly from North America (45%) and Europe (40%).
<h3>Breaking Down PTC's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: PTC's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 14.62%. This signifies a substantial 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: PTC's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 20.19%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): PTC's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 4.06%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): PTC's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 2.02%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: PTC's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 0.6. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
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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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JP Morgan analyst Stephen Tusa maintains PTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NASDAQ">PTC</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $200 to $210.

JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on PTC, Raises Price Target to $210

Baird analyst Joe Vruwink maintains PTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NASDAQ">PTC</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $226 to $228.

Baird Maintains Outperform on PTC, Raises Price Target to $228

RBC Capital analyst Matthew Hedberg maintains PTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NASDAQ">PTC</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $202 to $230.

RBC Capital Maintains Outperform on PTC, Raises Price Target to $230

Piper Sandler analyst Clarke Jeffries maintains PTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NASDAQ">PTC</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $182 to $202.

Piper Sandler Maintains Neutral on PTC, Raises Price Target to $202

Guidance

PTC Sees FY 2024 Revenue $2.505B-$2.605B Vs $2.293B Est

Buybacks

PTC Authorizes $2B Share Repurchase Through 2027, Plans $300M Buyback In Fiscal 2025 As Part Of Strategy To Return 50% Of Free Cash Flow To Shareholders

PTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NASDAQ">PTC</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.54 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.45 by 6.21 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $626.55 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $620.53 million by 0.97 percent. This is a 14.62 percent increase over sales of $546.62 million the same period last year.

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PTC Q4 2024 Adj EPS $1.54 Beats $1.45 Estimate, Sales $626.55M Beat $620.53M Estimate

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PTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PTC#NASDAQ">PTC</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Wednesday, 2024-11-06. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect PTC to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.45.
PTC bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.
New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).
<h3>Overview of Past Earnings</h3>
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS beat by $0.02, leading to a 1.11% drop in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here's a look at PTC's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
<th>Q4 2023</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.96</td>
<td>1.23</td>
<td>0.96</td>
<td>1.14</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.98</td>
<td>1.46</td>
<td>1.11</td>
<td>1.20</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
<td>5.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730829714_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Performance of PTC Shares</h3>
Shares of PTC were trading at $186.225 as of November 04. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 26.53%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analysts' Take on PTC</h3>
For investors, grasping market sentiments and expectations in the industry is vital. This analysis explores the latest insights regarding PTC.
PTC has received a total of 2 ratings from analysts, with the consensus rating as Buy. With an average one-year price target of $210.5, the consensus suggests a potential 13.04% upside.
<h3>Peer Ratings Comparison</h3>
The below comparison of the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Zoom Video Comms, Tyler Technologies and Samsara, three prominent players in the industry, gives insights for their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>The consensus among analysts is an Buy trajectory for Zoom Video Comms, with an average 1-year price target of $77.8, indicating a potential 58.22% downside.</li>
<li>As per analysts' assessments, Tyler Technologies is favoring an Outperform trajectory, with an average 1-year price target of $678.91, suggesting a potential 264.56% upside.</li>
<li>The consensus outlook from analysts is an Neutral trajectory for Samsara, with an average 1-year price target of $44.79, indicating a potential 75.95% downside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Key Findings: Peer Analysis Summary</h3>
In the peer analysis summary, key metrics for Zoom Video Comms, Tyler Technologies and Samsara are highlighted, providing an understanding of their respective standings within the industry and offering insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>PTC</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>-4.37%</td>
<td>$406.72M</td>
<td>2.32%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Zoom Video Comms</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>2.09%</td>
<td>$877.43M</td>
<td>2.60%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tyler Technologies</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>9.84%</td>
<td>$237.46M</td>
<td>2.37%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Samsara</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>36.92%</td>
<td>$226.84M</td>
<td>-5.25%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
PTC ranks at the bottom for Revenue Growth among its peers. It is in the middle for Gross Profit and Return on Equity.
<h3>About PTC</h3>
PTC offers high-end computer-assisted design (Creo) and product lifecycle management (Windchill) software as well as Internet of Things and AR industrial solutions. Founded in 1985, PTC has 28,000 customers, with revenue stemming mostly from North America (45%) and Europe (40%).
<h3>Financial Milestones: PTC's Journey</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.
Revenue Challenges: PTC's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -4.37%. This indicates a decrease in 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: PTC's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 13.3%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): PTC's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 2.32%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): PTC's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.12%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: PTC's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 0.66. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PTC/earnings">To track all earnings releases for PTC visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
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