NetApp (NASDAQ:NTAP) Stock

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NetApp Inc is a provider of enterprise data management and storage solutions. The company's segments include Hybrid Cloud and Public Cloud. It generates maximum revenue from the Hybrid Cloud segment. The Hybrid Cloud segment offers a portfolio of storage management and infrastructure solutions that help customers recast their traditional data centers with the power of cloud. This portfolio is designed to operate with public clouds to unlock the potential of hybrid, multi-cloud operations. Hybrid Cloud is composed of software, hardware, and related support, as well as professional and other services.

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JPMorgan analyst Samik Chatterjee upgraded the rating for NetApp from Neutral to Overweight, while raising the price target to $160.

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Wells Fargo analyst Aaron Rakers maintains NetApp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NASDAQ">NTAP</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $140 to $130.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on NetApp, Lowers Price Target to $130

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades, downgrades and initiations, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>B of A Securities analyst Wamsi Mohan upgraded NetApp, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NASDAQ">NTAP</a>) from Underperform to Neutral and raised the price target from $121 to $128. NetApp shares closed at $120.52 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NTAP/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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B of A Securities analyst Wamsi Mohan upgrades NetApp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NASDAQ">NTAP</a>) from Underperform to Neutral and raises the price target from $121 to $128.

B of A Securities Upgrades NetApp to Neutral, Raises Price Target to $128

Across the recent three months, 11 analysts have shared their insights on NetApp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NASDAQ">NTAP</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning 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.
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<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>
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</thead>
<tbody>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<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>
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<td>1M 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>
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<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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Analysts have recently evaluated NetApp and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $138.27, accompanied by a high estimate of $160.00 and a low estimate of $120.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 5.87% increase from the previous average price target of $130.60.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739221213_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
The standing of NetApp among financial experts becomes clear 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>
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Mehdi Hosseini</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Meta Marshall</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$146.00</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Samik Chatterjee</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
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<td>Asiya Merchant</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Karl Ackerman</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Sheerin</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Aaron Rakers</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tim Long</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>$119.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Meta Marshall</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>$127.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nehal Chokshi</td>
<td>Northland Capital Markets</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$108.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wamsi Mohan</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$121.00</td>
<td>$115.00</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 NetApp. 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 NetApp compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of NetApp's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of NetApp's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NTAP/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on NetApp analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About NetApp</h2>
NetApp Inc is a provider of enterprise data management and storage solutions. The company's segments include Hybrid Cloud and Public Cloud. It generates maximum revenue from the Hybrid Cloud segment. The Hybrid Cloud segment offers a portfolio of storage management and infrastructure solutions that help customers recast their traditional data centers with the power of cloud. This portfolio is designed to operate with public clouds to unlock the potential of hybrid, multi-cloud operations. Hybrid Cloud is composed of software, hardware, and related support, as well as professional and other services.
<h3>NetApp'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.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining NetApp's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 6.15% as of 31 October, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase 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: NetApp's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 18.03%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): NetApp's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 32.84% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): NetApp's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 3.27%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: NetApp's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 2.52. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</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.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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Demystifying NetApp: Insights From 11 Analyst Reviews

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<li>Susquehanna analyst Mehdi Hosseini downgraded NetApp, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NASDAQ">NTAP</a>) from Positive to Neutral and lowered the price target from $155 to $130. NetApp shares closed at $122.91 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NTAP/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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Susquehanna analyst Mehdi Hosseini downgrades NetApp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NASDAQ">NTAP</a>) from Positive to Neutral and lowers the price target from $155 to $130.

Susquehanna Downgrades NetApp to Neutral, Lowers Price Target to $130

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Morgan Stanley analyst Meta Marshall maintains NetApp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NASDAQ">NTAP</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $132 to $146.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on NetApp, Raises Price Target to $146

NetApp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NASDAQ">NTAP</a>) has been analyzed by 9 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within 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">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">1</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">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">1</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>
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<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' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $138.33, with a high estimate of $160.00 and a low estimate of $120.00. This current average has increased by 8.6% from the previous average price target of $127.38. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734375639_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive NetApp. 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>Samik Chatterjee</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Asiya Merchant</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Karl Ackerman</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Sheerin</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Aaron Rakers</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Tim Long</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>$119.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Meta Marshall</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
<td>$127.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nehal Chokshi</td>
<td>Northland Capital Markets</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$108.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Wamsi Mohan</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$121.00</td>
<td>$115.00</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 NetApp. 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 NetApp compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of NetApp's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of NetApp's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Discovering NetApp: A Closer Look</h2>
NetApp Inc is a provider of enterprise data management and storage solutions. The company's segments include Hybrid Cloud and Public Cloud. It generates maximum revenue from the Hybrid Cloud segment. The Hybrid Cloud segment offers a portfolio of storage management and infrastructure solutions that help customers recast their traditional data centers with the power of cloud. This portfolio is designed to operate with public clouds to unlock the potential of hybrid, multi-cloud operations. Hybrid Cloud is composed of software, hardware, and related support, as well as professional and other services.
<h3>NetApp: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: NetApp's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 October, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 6.15%. This signifies 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: NetApp's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 18.03%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): NetApp's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 32.84%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): NetApp's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 3.27%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: NetApp's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 2.52. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Analysts work in banking and financial systems and typically specialize in reporting for stocks or defined sectors. Analysts may attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per 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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Expert Outlook: NetApp Through The Eyes Of 9 Analysts

<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42145521/netapp-analysts-raise-their-forecasts-after-strong-earnings">JPMorgan analyst Samik Chatterjee</a> upgraded the rating for NetApp Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NASDAQ">NTAP</a>) from Neutral to Overweight, while raising the price target from $150 to $160.
The company's revenue growth is likely to accelerate, driven by higher IT budgets for data centers and storage infrastructure of Enterprises looking to leverage AI use cases, according to JPMorgan.
The NetApp Thesis: Apart from higher enterprise spending, the company is also poised to benefit from its continued share gains from the recent pace of innovation, Chatterjee said in the upgrade note.
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"In addition to recent expansion in product portfolio via addition of C-series products, we expect more launches in relation to C-series products, Block storage (ASA products) as well as products based on disaggregated architecture, which will further enhance the already robust product portfolio and drive growth," the analyst wrote.
In late November, NetApp reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42145521/netapp-analysts-raise-their-forecasts-after-strong-earnings">better-than-expected quarterly results</a>.
The company's revenue growth could accelerate closer to the mid-point or higher-end of the company's latest guidance range, Chatterjee added.
"With resilient gross margins and operating leverage, we expect the modest revenue growth acceleration to be sufficient in relation to driving more material upsides to earnings estimates," Chatterjee further stated.
NTAP Price Action: Shares of NetApphad risen by 2.41% to $124.90 at the time of publication on Monday.
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JP Morgan analyst Samik Chatterjee upgrades NetApp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NASDAQ">NTAP</a>) from Neutral to Overweight and announces $160 price target.

JP Morgan Upgrades NetApp to Overweight, Announces $160 Price Target

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NetApp's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NYSE">NTAP</a>) short percent of float has risen 19.62% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 8.89 million shares sold short, which is 5.67% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 7.18 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>NetApp Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732561223_0_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for NetApp 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 NetApp'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>, NetApp's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.85%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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NetApp, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTAP#NASDAQ">NTAP</a>) reported better-than-expected second-quarter results on Thursday.
NetApp reported quarterly earnings of $1.87 per share, which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.78. Quarterly revenue came in at $1.65 billion, which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.64 billion and is an increase over revenue of $1.56 billion from the same period last year.
"Our strong Q2 performance was driven by another record-breaking quarter in all-flash storage and strong performance in first party and marketplace cloud storage services," said George Kurian, CEO of NetApp. "Broad-based customer preference for our intelligent data infrastructure platform and visionary approach for a data-driven future has enabled us to outgrow the market and take share from competitors. Our focus and momentum fuel my confidence in our ability to deliver outstanding results for customers and shareholders."
The company said it sees FY25 revenue of $6.54 billion to $6.74 billion and GAAP earnings of $5.48 to $5.68 per share, with non-GAAP EPS of $7.20 to $7.40.
NetApp shares fell 3.3% to trade at $122.46 on Friday.
These analysts made changes to their price targets on NetApp following earnings announcement.
<ul>
<li>B of A Securities analyst Wamsi Mohan maintained NetApp with an Underperform and raised the price target from $115 to $121.</li>
<li>Northland Capital Markets analyst Nehal Chokshi maintained NetApp with a Market Perform and raised the price target from $108 to $120.</li>
<li>Morgan Stanley analyst Meta Marshall maintained NetApp with an Equal-Weight and raised the price target from $127 to $132.</li>
<li>Barclays analyst Tim Long maintained NetApp with an Equal-Weight and increased the price target from $119 to $132.</li>
<li>Wells Fargo analyst Aaron Rakers maintained NetApp with an Equal-Weight and raised the price target from $135 to $140.</li>
<li>Stifel analyst Matthew Sheerin maintained the stock with a Buy and raised the price target from $140 to $145.</li>
<li>TD Cowen analyst Karl Ackerman maintained NetApp with a Buy and raised the price target from $145 to $160.</li>
<li>Citigroup analyst Asiya Merchant maintained the stock with a Neutral and raised the price target from $130 to $135.</li>
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Risk appetite remained robust in the final trading session of the week, with all major U.S. indices poised to close the week in positive territory. Small-cap stocks outperformed their large-cap counterparts, continuing their <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/small-cap">recent streak of dominance</a>.
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The Russell 2000, a benchmark for small-cap equities, surged 1.7% on Friday, building on a 1.5% gain from the previous session. The S&amp;P 500 edged higher, heading for a five-day winning streak, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed past the 44,000 mark, moving tantalizingly close to record highs. Technology stocks posted more modest gains.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Friday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
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<td>Price</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,401.00</td>
<td>1.7%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>44,211.20</td>
<td>0.8%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,969.01</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>20,768.99</td>
<td>0.1%</td>
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;rose 0.8% to $442.49.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) inched 0.2% up to $506.20.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) rallied 1.8% to $238.61.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Consumer Discretionary Sector Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>) outperformed, rising 1.6%. The&nbsp;Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) lagged, down 0.1%.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Friday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
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<li>Intuit Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTU#NASDAQ">INTU</a>) fell 4.4% in reaction to quarterly earnings. </li>
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