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Five9 offers cloud-native contact center software enabling digital customer service, sales, and marketing engagement. The company's Virtual Contact Center platform combines core telephony functionality, omnichannel engagement, and various modules into a unified cloud contact-center-as-a-service, or CCaaS, platform. Five9's modules include digital self-service, agent assist technology, workflow automation, as well as workforce optimization solutions that optimize call center efficiency, and manage interaction quality and agent performance.

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Morgan Stanley analyst Lauren Lieberman maintains Five9 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $40 to $46.

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Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Five9, Raises Price Target to $46

In the last three months, 10 analysts have published ratings on Five9 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives 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">4</td>
<td align="right">2</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">1</td>
<td align="right">0</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">0</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">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</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">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $48.1, with a high estimate of $65.00 and a low estimate of $37.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 1.03% lower than the prior average price target of $48.60. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734462031_0_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Five9 by financial experts. The following summary presents 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>Terry Tillman</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Berg</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Turrin</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>William Power</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Catharine Trebnick</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gil Luria</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Fish</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Berg</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Turrin</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lauren Lieberman</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$45.00</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 Five9. This insight gives a snapshot of 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 Five9 compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Five9's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Five9's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FIVN/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Five9 analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Five9</h2>
Five9 offers cloud-native contact center software enabling digital customer service, sales, and marketing engagement. The company's Virtual Contact Center platform combines core telephony functionality, omnichannel engagement, and various modules into a unified cloud contact-center-as-a-service, or CCaaS, platform. Five9's modules include digital self-service, agent assist technology, workflow automation, as well as workforce optimization solutions that optimize call center efficiency, and manage interaction quality and agent performance.
<h3>Five9: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Five9's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 14.81%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's 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: Five9's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of -1.7%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -0.82%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Five9's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching -0.23%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Five9's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 2.19. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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Demystifying Five9: Insights From 10 Analyst Reviews

Truist Securities analyst Terry Tillman reiterates Five9 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>) with a Buy and maintains $65 price target.

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Truist Securities Reiterates Buy on Five9, Maintains $65 Price Target

Needham analyst Scott Berg maintains Five9 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $48 to $52.

Needham Maintains Buy on Five9, Raises Price Target to $52

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Wells Fargo analyst Michael Turrin downgrades Five9 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>) from Overweight to Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $55 to $40.

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Wells Fargo Downgrades Five9 to Equal-Weight, Lowers Price Target to $40

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Five9 shares are trading higher after Baird raised its price target on the stock from $40 to $43.

Five9 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>) has been analyzed by 10 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range 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.
<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">4</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</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">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M 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>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</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 Five9, presenting an average target of $48.4, a high estimate of $65.00, and a low estimate of $37.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 1.26% increase from the previous average price target of $47.80.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731340848_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The standing of Five9 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>William Power</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Catharine Trebnick</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$50.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gil Luria</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Fish</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Berg</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Turrin</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lauren Lieberman</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Terry Tillman</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Fish</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Berg</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$48.00</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 Five9. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Five9 compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Five9's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Five9's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FIVN/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Five9 analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Five9 Better</h2>
Five9 offers cloud-native contact center software enabling digital customer service, sales, and marketing engagement. The company's Virtual Contact Center platform combines core telephony functionality, omnichannel engagement, and various modules into a unified cloud contact-center-as-a-service, or CCaaS, platform. Five9's modules include digital self-service, agent assist technology, workflow automation, as well as workforce optimization solutions that optimize call center efficiency, and manage interaction quality and agent performance.
<h3>Five9: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Growth: Five9's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 14.81%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Five9's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive -1.7% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -0.82%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of -0.23%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Five9's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 2.19. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</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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Critical Insights From Five9 Analyst Ratings: What You Need To Know

Baird analyst William Power maintains Five9 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $40 to $43.

Baird Maintains Neutral on Five9, Raises Price Target to $43

Rosenblatt analyst Catharine Trebnick maintains Five9 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $45 to $50.

Rosenblatt Maintains Buy on Five9, Raises Price Target to $50

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<li>Five9 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>) shares rose 24.5% to $40.85. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $3.0 billion. As per the press release, Q3 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
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<li>nLight (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LASR#NASDAQ">LASR</a>) stock decreased by 16.56% to $12.25. The company's market cap stands at $589.5 million. The company's, Q3 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>SEMrush Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEMR#NYSE">SEMR</a>) stock decreased by 12.25% to $12.53. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.8 billion. As per the news, the Q3 earnings report came out yesterday. </li>
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In the latest quarter, 8 analysts provided ratings for Five9 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares 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">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $48.88, a high estimate of $65.00, and a low estimate of $37.00. A 0.49% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $49.12. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731089379_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Five9. 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>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Gil Luria</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Fish</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Berg</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Turrin</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lauren Lieberman</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Terry Tillman</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Fish</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Scott Berg</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
<td>$48.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Five9. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive 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 Five9 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>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Five9's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FIVN/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Five9 analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Five9</h2>
Five9 offers cloud-native contact center software enabling digital customer service, sales, and marketing engagement. The company's Virtual Contact Center platform combines core telephony functionality, omnichannel engagement, and various modules into a unified cloud contact-center-as-a-service, or CCaaS, platform. Five9's modules include digital self-service, agent assist technology, workflow automation, as well as workforce optimization solutions that optimize call center efficiency, and manage interaction quality and agent performance.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Five9's Journey</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: Five9's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 13.1%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Information Technology sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Five9's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching -5.08%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of -2.54%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Five9's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive -0.68% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 2.3, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<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.
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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Cracking The Code: Understanding Analyst Reviews For Five9

DA Davidson analyst Gil Luria maintains Five9 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $40 to $45.

DA Davidson Maintains Neutral on Five9, Raises Price Target to $45

Five9 shares are trading higher after Piper Sandler maintained an Overweight rating on the stock and raised its price target from $35 to $46. Needham also reiterated its Buy rating.

Piper Sandler analyst James Fish maintains Five9 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $35 to $46.

Piper Sandler Maintains Overweight on Five9, Raises Price Target to $46

<h3>Gainers</h3>
<ul>
<li>Five9 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>) shares rose 24.2% to $40.75 during Friday's pre-market session. The company's market cap stands at $3.0 billion. The company's, Q3 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Lumentum Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LITE#NASDAQ">LITE</a>) stock increased by 23.8% to $91.17. The company's market cap stands at $6.1 billion. As per the press release, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>BILL Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BILL#NYSE">BILL</a>) stock rose 13.5% to $74.8. The company's market cap stands at $7.7 billion. As per the press release, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Glimpse Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRAR#NASDAQ">VRAR</a>) shares increased by 12.83% to $0.68. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $12.2 million. </li>
<li>Hitek Global (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HKIT#NASDAQ">HKIT</a>) stock increased by 12.21% to $1.47. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $43.0 million. </li>
<li>Expensify (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXFY#NASDAQ">EXFY</a>) shares moved upwards by 11.11% to $2.2. The company's market cap stands at $193.3 million. The company's, Q3 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
</ul>
<h3>Losers</h3>
<ul>
<li>Phunware (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PHUN#NASDAQ">PHUN</a>) stock decreased by 14.2% to $5.51 during Friday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $62.4 million. As per the press release, Q3 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>CPS Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPSH#NASDAQ">CPSH</a>) shares decreased by 10.89% to $1.31. The company's market cap stands at $19.0 million. </li>
<li>ARB IOT Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARBB#NASDAQ">ARBB</a>) shares decreased by 8.19% to $0.83. The company's market cap stands at $21.9 million. </li>
<li>SEMrush Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEMR#NYSE">SEMR</a>) shares decreased by 7.99% to $13.14. The company's market cap stands at $1.9 billion. The company's, Q3 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>OneConnect Financial Tech (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCFT#NYSE">OCFT</a>) stock decreased by 7.83% to $2.71. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $105.6 million. </li>
<li>Lantronix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTRX#NASDAQ">LTRX</a>) stock fell 7.7% to $3.6. The company's market cap stands at $135.2 million. As per the news, the Q1 earnings report came out yesterday. 
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</ul>
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<h3>Gainers</h3>
<ul>
<li>Five9 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>) shares rose 24.2% to $40.75 during Friday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $3.0 billion. The company's, Q3 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Lumentum Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LITE#NASDAQ">LITE</a>) shares rose 23.8% to $91.17. The company's market cap stands at $6.1 billion. As per the news, the Q1 earnings report came out yesterday. </li>
<li>BILL Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BILL#NYSE">BILL</a>) shares moved upwards by 13.5% to $74.8. The company's market cap stands at $7.7 billion. As per the news, the Q1 earnings report came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Glimpse Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRAR#NASDAQ">VRAR</a>) stock rose 12.83% to $0.68. The company's market cap stands at $12.2 million. </li>
<li>Hitek Global (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HKIT#NASDAQ">HKIT</a>) stock rose 12.21% to $1.47. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $43.0 million. </li>
<li>Expensify (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXFY#NASDAQ">EXFY</a>) shares rose 11.11% to $2.2. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $193.3 million. As per the press release, Q3 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
</ul>
<h3>Losers</h3>
<ul>
<li>Phunware (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PHUN#NASDAQ">PHUN</a>) shares declined by 14.2% to $5.51 during Friday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $62.4 million. As per the press release, Q3 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>CPS Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPSH#NASDAQ">CPSH</a>) shares declined by 10.89% to $1.31. The company's market cap stands at $19.0 million. </li>
<li>ARB IOT Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARBB#NASDAQ">ARBB</a>) shares fell 8.19% to $0.83. The company's market cap stands at $21.9 million. </li>
<li>SEMrush Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEMR#NYSE">SEMR</a>) stock declined by 7.99% to $13.14. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.9 billion. The company's, Q3 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>OneConnect Financial Tech (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCFT#NYSE">OCFT</a>) stock decreased by 7.83% to $2.71. The company's market cap stands at $105.6 million. </li>
<li>Lantronix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTRX#NASDAQ">LTRX</a>) shares declined by 7.7% to $3.6. The company's market cap stands at $135.2 million. As per the press release, Q1 earnings came out yesterday. 
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</ul>
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Shares of Upstart Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPST#NASDAQ">UPST</a>) rose sharply in today's pre-market trading after the company reported better-than-expected <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41828267/upstart-stock-soars-after-strong-q3-results-details">third-quarter financial results</a>.
Upstart reported quarterly losses of seven cents per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate for losses of 15 cents. Quarterly revenue came in at $162.14 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $150.22 million and is an increase over sales of $134.55 million from the same period last year.
Upstart shares jumped 23.1% to $68.29 in the pre-market trading session.
Here are some other stocks moving in pre-market trading.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Gainers</h3>
<ul>
<li>DevvStream Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DEVS#NASDAQ">DEVS</a>) gained 370% to $4.85 in pre-market trading after dipping around 58% on Thursday.</li>
<li>Tivic Health Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TIVC#NASDAQ">TIVC</a>) rose 52.8% to $0.4010 in pre-market trading. Tivic Health&#xAE; Systems will report financial results on Thursday, Nov, 14, after the closing bell.</li>
<li>Doximity, Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOCS#NYSE">DOCS</a>) shares surged 44.2% to $62.60 in pre-market trading following better-than-expected second-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Li-Cycle Holdings Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LICY#NYSE">LICY</a>) gained 41% to $5.09 in pre-market trading after posting upbeat quarterly results.</li>
<li>Northann Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCL#NYSE">NCL</a>) climbed 37.6% to $0.3089 in pre-market trading after jumping around 12% on Thursday.</li>
<li>Innodata Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INOD#NASDAQ">INOD</a>) shares rose 36.4% to $33.20 in pre-market trading after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Nature&#8217;s Miracle Holding Inc.  (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NMHI#NASDAQ">NMHI</a>) gained 31.8% to $0.1953 in pre-market trading after jumping over 52% on Thursday.</li>
<li>Five9, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FIVN#NASDAQ">FIVN</a>) gained 24.6% to $40.88 in pre-market trading after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results and issued FY24 guidance above estimates.</li>
<li>Lumentum Holdings Inc.  (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LITE#NASDAQ">LITE</a>) gained 24.3% to $91.54 in pre-market trading after the company reported better-than-expected first-quarter financial results and issued second-quarter guidance above estimates.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Losers</h3>
<ul>
<li>ProPhase Labs, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRPH#NASDAQ">PRPH</a>) shares tumbled 45.4% to $0.7800 in pre-market trading after the company announced the pricing of public offering of common stock.</li>
<li>Evolent Health, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EVH#NYSE">EVH</a>) shares fell 33.6% to $16.31 in pre-market trading after the company reported worse-than-expected third-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>AtlasClear Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATCH#NYSE">ATCH</a>) dipped 31.8% to $0.1910 in pre-market trading after jumping over 55% on Thursday.</li>
<li>agilon health, inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AGL#NYSE">AGL</a>) shares fell 29% to $1.98 in pre-market trading after the company reported worse-than-expected quarterly revenue results.</li>
<li>Maravai LifeSciences Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRVI#NASDAQ">MRVI</a>) declined 26.6% to $5.75 in pre-market trading after the company reported worse-than-expected third-quarter financial results and cut its FY24 sales guidance.</li>
<li>MDJM Ltd (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDJH#NASDAQ">MDJH</a>) shares dipped 22.4% to $0.1511 in pre-market trading after jumping 30% on Thursday.</li>
<li>Earlyworks Co., Ltd (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ELWS#NASDAQ">ELWS</a>) fell 17% to $5.60 in pre-market trading after surging over 10% on Thursday.</li>
<li>Sweetgreen, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SG#NYSE">SG</a>) fell 15% to $35.87 in today's pre-market trading after the company reported worse-than-expected quarterly financial results.</li>
<li>Redfin Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RDFN#NASDAQ">RDFN</a>) fell 14.1% to $9.85 in pre-market trading after the company reported worse-than-expected third-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>Wag! Group Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PET#NYSE">PET</a>) fell 13.8% to $0.5487 in pre-market trading. Wag! will report third quarter 2024 financial results before the opening bell on Wednesday, Nov. 13.</li>
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The cloud computing industry is well-positioned for unprecedented growth thanks to the increasing digital transformation across businesses. Amid this backdrop, it could be wise to invest in cloud stocks, such as ServiceNow (NOW), Nutanix (NTNX), and Twilio (TWLO), which have high growth potential. Continue reading… Advances in artificial intelligence are fueling a rise in cloud spending as organizations rely on cloud infrastructure to develop, test, and deploy AI platforms, making it essential to AI innovation. Thus, investors could consider investing in fundamentally sound cloud computing stocks ServiceNow, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NOW/">NOW</a>), Nutanix, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NTNX/">NTNX</a>), and Twilio Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TWLO/">TWLO</a>) with high growth.
U.S. organizations are increasingly transitioning from traditional legacy software to cloud-based solutions to mitigate the financial impact of the pandemic and accommodate the rising adoption of advanced technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), 5G, and the Internet of Things (IoT). This transformation is anticipated to significantly contribute to the expansion of the U.S. cloud computing market.
The U.S. cloud computing market is projected to grow at a <a href="https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/us-cloud-computing-market-report">CAGR of 20.3%</a> from 2024 to 2030. Moreover, according to the latest update to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Software and Public Cloud Services Spending Guide, worldwide spending on public cloud services is forecast to reach <a href="https://www.idc.com/getdoc.jsp?containerId=prUS52460024">$805 billion in 2024</a> and double in size by 2028.
Considering these factors, let's take a look at the fundamentals of the three cloud stock picks.
ServiceNow, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NOW/">NOW</a>)
NOW provides the Now Platform for digital transformation, offering workflow automation, AI, IT service management, and risk management solutions. It serves industries like government, finance, healthcare, IT, and telecom worldwide.
NOW's revenue has grown at a <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/c/cagr.asp">CAGR</a> of 23.7% over the past three years, and its operation income has risen by a CAGR of 73.8% over the same time frame.
On November 19, 2024, NOW announced an expanded strategic alliance with Microsoft Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/MSFT/">MSFT</a>) to modernize front-office business processes using Copilot and agents. This expansion builds on their long-standing partnership, which recently led to the integration of NOW's Now Assist with Microsoft 365 Copilot.
On November 13, 2024, NOW and Five9, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/FIVN/">FIVN</a>) expanded their partnership to integrate ServiceNow's CSM with Five9's Intelligent CX Platform. This AI-powered solution aimed to streamline customer support, enhance efficiency, and reduce operational costs while improving customer satisfaction.
In the fiscal third quarter ended September 30, 2024, NOW's non-GAAP total revenues increased 22% year-over-year to $2.79 billion. Its non-GAAP income from operations was $872 million, up 31% from the year-ago value. Moreover, its non-GAAP net income and non-GAAP EPS stood at $775 million and $3.72, respectively.
Street expects NOW's revenue and EPS for the fourth quarter ending December 30, 2024, to increase 21.5% and 17.5% year-over-year to $2.96 billion and $3.66, respectively. It surpassed the consensus EPS and revenue estimates in all of the trailing four quarters.
The stock climbed 59.1% year-to-date and has returned 63.8% over the past year to close the last trading session at $1124.34.
NOW's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect its robust outlook. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 different factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
It has a B grade for Growth, Sentiment, and Quality. It is ranked #13 out of 39 stocks in the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/software-business/">Software - Business</a> industry.
Beyond what is stated above, we've also rated NOW for Stability, Momentum, Sentiment, and Value. Get all NOW ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NOW/">here</a>.
Nutanix, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NTNX/">NTNX</a>)
NTNX provides an enterprise cloud platform in North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Latin America, and Africa. The company offers a hyperconverged infrastructure software stack that converges virtualization, storage, and networking services into a turnkey solution: Acropolis Hypervisor, an enterprise-grade virtualization solution.
NTNX's revenue has grown at a CAGR of 15.1% over the past three years and its levered FCF has risen at a CAGR of 21.8% over the same time frame.
On November 12, 2024, NTNX, a leader in hybrid multi-cloud computing, announced that it extended the company's AI infrastructure platform with a new cloud-native offering, Nutanix Enterprise AI (NAI), that can be deployed on any Kubernetes platform, at the edge, in core data centers, and on public cloud services like AWS EKS, Azure AKS, and Google GKE. 
NTNX's total revenue for the first quarter, which ended October 31, 2024, was $511.05 million. The company's gross profit stood at $429.10 million. Its non-GAAP net income came in at $121.77 million and $0.42 per share.
Street expects NTNX's revenue to increase 13.5% year-over-year to $641.76 million for the second quarter ending January 2025. The company's EPS for the same quarter is expected to increase 2.5% year-over-year to $0.47. Also, NTNX surpassed the consensus revenue and EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, which is impressive.
The stock has gained 12.8% over the past three months to close the last trading session at $67.77.
NTNX's robust fundamentals are reflected in its POWR Ratings. It has an overall rating of A, which equates to a Strong Buy in our proprietary rating system.
The stock has an A grade for Growth and Quality and a B for Sentiment. NTNX is ranked #10 out of 127 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/software-application/">Software - Application</a> industry.
<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NTNX/">Click here</a> to access the additional NTNX ratings (Value, Momentum, and Stability).
Twilio Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TWLO/">TWLO</a>)
TWLO provides a customer engagement platform comprising international communications application programming interfaces. It operates through two segments: Twilio Communications and Twilio Data &amp; Applications.
On October 1, TWLO and OpenAI collaborated to integrate OpenAI's Realtime API into its platform. This integration will enable TWLO to build conversational AI applications and agents, which will bring customers more natural interactions to the platform.
On September 9, TWLO announced expanded accessibility of Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging via its Programmable Messaging and Verify APIs to enhance branded and verified messaging and build customer trust in its source.
The company's revenue and levered FCF have grown at CAGRs of 19.4% and 41.2% over the past three years, respectively.
In the fiscal third quarter that ended on September 30, 2024, TWLO's revenue increased 9.7% year-over-year to $1.13 billion with a GAAP gross margin of 51% (up 100 bps year-over-year). The company reported non-GAAP income from operations of $182.42 million, indicating a 33.7% increase from the prior-year quarter.
TWLO's non-GAAP net income came in at $163.92 million, up 53.6% year-over-year, while its non-GAAP net income per share grew 75.9% from the year-ago value to $1.02.
According to the financial guidance for fiscal year 2024, the company's non-GAAP income from operations is projected to be between $700 million and $710 million, with organic revenue growth anticipated to range from 7.5% to 8%.
The consensus revenue estimate of $1.16 billion for the fiscal fourth quarter (ending December 2024) represents a 7.8% increase year-over-year. The consensus EPS estimate of $1 for the same quarter indicates a 16.6% improvement year-over-year. The company has an impressive surprise history; it surpassed the consensus revenue and EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
TWLO's stock gained 25.6% over the past month to close the last trading session at $113.42.
TWLO's POWR Ratings reflect bright prospects. The stock has an overall rating of B, which equates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
The stock has an A grade for Growth and a B for Sentiment and Value. TWLO is ranked #7 out of 18 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/software-saas/">Software - SAAS</a> industry.
In addition to the POWR Ratings highlighted above, one can access TWLO's ratings (Momentum, Stability, and Quality) <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TWLO/">here</a>.
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