In the preceding three months, 14 analysts have released ratings for Nasdaq NDAQ, presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
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.
| Bullish | Somewhat Bullish | Indifferent | Somewhat Bearish | Bearish | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Ratings | 2 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Last 30D | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1M Ago | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2M Ago | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3M Ago | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Nasdaq, revealing an average target of $90.64, a high estimate of $98.00, and a low estimate of $80.00. Marking an increase of 4.62%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $86.64.
Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Nasdaq is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
| Analyst | Analyst Firm | Action Taken | Rating | Current Price Target | Prior Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashish Sabadra | RBC Capital | Maintains | Outperform | $95.00 | $95.00 |
| Michael Cho | JP Morgan | Raises | Overweight | $95.00 | $88.00 |
| Benjamin Budish | Barclays | Lowers | Overweight | $95.00 | $96.00 |
| Owen Lau | Oppenheimer | Raises | Outperform | $89.00 | $86.00 |
| Benjamin Budish | Barclays | Lowers | Overweight | $96.00 | $97.00 |
| Christopher Allen | Citigroup | Raises | Neutral | $84.00 | $78.00 |
| Patrick O'Shaughnessy | Raymond James | Raises | Outperform | $84.00 | $83.00 |
| Ashish Sabadra | RBC Capital | Maintains | Outperform | $95.00 | $95.00 |
| Brian Bedell | Deutsche Bank | Raises | Buy | $98.00 | $80.00 |
| Kyle Voigt | Keefe, Bruyette & Woods | Raises | Outperform | $91.00 | $86.00 |
| Benjamin Budish | Barclays | Raises | Overweight | $97.00 | $87.00 |
| Ashish Sabadra | RBC Capital | Maintains | Outperform | $88.00 | $88.00 |
| Brian Bedell | Deutsche Bank | Raises | Hold | $80.00 | $78.00 |
| Kevin Heal | Argus Research | Raises | Buy | $82.00 | $76.00 |
Key Insights:
- 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 Nasdaq. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.
- Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Nasdaq compared to the broader market.
- Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Nasdaq's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.
Capture valuable insights into Nasdaq's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
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Get to Know Nasdaq Better
Founded in 1971, Nasdaq is primarily known for its equity exchange, but in addition to its market-services business (about 35% of sales), the company sells and distributes market data as well as offers Nasdaq-branded indexes to asset managers and investors through its information-services segment (30%). Nasdaq's corporate-services business (20%) offers listing services and related investor relations products to publicly traded companies and through the company's market technology group (15%), Nasdaq facilitates the exchange operations of other exchanges throughout the world and provides financial compliance services.
Key Indicators: Nasdaq's Financial Health
Market Capitalization Highlights: Above the industry average, the company's market capitalization signifies a significant scale, indicating strong confidence and market prominence.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Nasdaq showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 31.08% as of 30 September, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Financials sector.
Net Margin: Nasdaq's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 16.09%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Nasdaq's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 2.79%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Nasdaq's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.01%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 0.93, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained
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 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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