Progress Software (NASDAQ:PRGS) Stock

Progress Software

Progress Software Corporation provides software operate in one operating segment: software products for the development, deployment, and management of responsible, AI-powered applications and digital experiences. Following are products: Chef, Corticon, Data Direct, Developer Tools, Flowmon, Kemp LoadMaster, MarkLogic, MOVEit, OpenEdge, Semaphore, ShareFile, Sitefinity, WhatsUp Gold. Geographical regions include United States, Canada, EMEA, Latin America, and Asia Pacific.

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<li>On Jan. 21, Progress Software issued first-quarter EPS guidance below estimates. &#8220;2024 was a strong year for Progress as we continue to execute on our long-term strategy to invest and innovate, acquire and integrate, and drive customer success to deliver Total Growth,&#8221; said Yogesh Gupta, CEO at Progress. The company's stock fell around 18% over the past month and has a 52-week <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PRGS">low of $48.00.</a></li>
<li>RSI Value: 15.9</li>
<li>PRGS Price Action: Shares of Progress Software fell 5.5% to close at $54.12 on Thursday.</li>
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Guggenheim analyst John Difucci reiterates Progress Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRGS#NASDAQ">PRGS</a>) with a Buy and maintains $83 price target.

Reiteration

Guggenheim Reiterates Buy on Progress Software, Maintains $83 Price Target

U.S. stock futures were higher this morning, with the Nasdaq futures gaining over 150 points on Wednesday.
Shares of Progress Software Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRGS#NASDAQ">PRGS</a>) fell sharply in today's pre-market trading after the company issued first-quarter EPS <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PRGS/earnings">guidance below estimates</a>.
Progress Software reported quarterly earnings of $1.33 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.22 per share. The company reported quarterly sales of $215.00 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $211.25 million.
Progress Software said it sees first-quarter revenue of $232 million to $238 million versus market estimates of $235.840 million. The company projects adjusted earnings of $1.02 to $1.08 per share, versus expectations of $1.25 per share.
Progress Software shares declined 2.6% to $61.90 in the pre-market trading session.
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Progress Software, Disc Medicine And Other Big Stocks Moving Lower In Wednesday's Pre-Market Session

Guidance

Progress Software Corporation Sees FY25 Revenue $958M-$970M; Sees Adj. EPS $5.00-$5.12

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Progress Software shares are trading lower after the company issued Q1 EPS guidance below estimates.

Progress Software Corporation Sees Q1 2025 Revenue $232M-$238M Vs $235.840M Estimate; Sees Adj. EPS $1.02-$1.08 Vs $1.25 Estimate

Progress Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRGS#NASDAQ">PRGS</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.33 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.22 by 9.02 percent. This is a 30.39 percent increase over earnings of $1.02 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $215.00 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $211.25 million by 1.77 percent. This is a 21.11 percent increase over sales of $177.52 million the same period last year.

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Earnings Beats

Progress Software Q4 2024 Adj EPS $1.33 Beats $1.22 Estimate, Sales $215.00M Beat $211.25M Estimate

In the current market session, Progress Software Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRGS#NASDAQ">PRGS</a>) share price is at $63.86, after a 1.46% spike. Moreover, over the past month, the stock decreased by 3.62%, but in the past year, went up by 7.69%. 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/2025/1737492310_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Progress Software 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. 
Progress Software has a lower P/E than the aggregate P/E of 127.13 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/2025/1737492310_1.png" alt="Guage" />

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

Intraday Update

Price Over Earnings Overview: Progress Software

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• Community Financial (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBU#NYSE">CBU</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.89 per share on revenue of $192.78 million. 
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• Progress Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRGS#NASDAQ">PRGS</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.22 per share on revenue of $211.34 million. 
• Interactive Brokers Gr (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBKR#NASDAQ">IBKR</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.82 per share on revenue of $1.37 billion. 
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• Pinnacle Finl Partners (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PNFP#NASDAQ">PNFP</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.78 per share on revenue of $470.83 million. 
• Agilysys (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AGYS#NASDAQ">AGYS</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.34 per share on revenue of $73.15 million. 
• Seagate Tech Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STX#NASDAQ">STX</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.87 per share on revenue of $2.32 billion. 
• Pathward Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CASH#NASDAQ">CASH</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.24 per share on revenue of $171.35 million. 
• Fulton Financial (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FULT#NASDAQ">FULT</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.42 per share on revenue of $315.73 million. 
• Great Southern Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GSBC#NASDAQ">GSBC</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.32 per share on revenue of $55.33 million. 
• Wintrust Finl (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WTFC#NASDAQ">WTFC</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $2.49 per share on revenue of $632.53 million. 
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Earnings Scheduled For January 21, 2025

Citigroup analyst Fatima Boolani maintains Progress Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRGS#NASDAQ">PRGS</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $65 to $68.

Citigroup Maintains Neutral on Progress Software, Raises Price Target to $68

Jefferies analyst Brent Thill maintains Progress Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRGS#NASDAQ">PRGS</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $65 to $70.

Jefferies Maintains Hold on Progress Software, Raises Price Target to $70

Progress Software Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRGS#NASDAQ">PRGS</a>) will release earnings for its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PRGS/earnings">fourth quarter next week</a>.
Analysts expect the Burlington, Massachusetts-based company to report quarterly earnings at $1.22 per share, up from $1.02 per share in the year-ago period. Progress Software projects to report quarterly revenue of $211.44 million, compared to $177.52 million a year earlier, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
On Sept. 24, Progress Software reported better-than-expected third-quarter financial results and raised its FY24 guidance.
Progress Software shares gained 0.9% to close at $65.26 on Friday .
Benzinga readers can access the latest analyst ratings on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/22/09/28888638/exclusive-study-finds-benzinga-analyst-ratings-data-yields-market-beating-strategie">Analyst Stock Ratings</a> page. Readers can sort by stock ticker, company name, analyst firm, rating change or other variables.
Let's have a look at how Benzinga's most-accurate <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PRGS/analyst-ratings">analysts have rated the company</a> in the recent period.
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<li>Oppenheimer analyst Ittai Kidron maintained an Outperform rating and raised the price target from $70 to $80 on Oct. 22, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 70%.</li>
<li>Guggenheim analyst Raymond McDonough maintained a Buy rating and raised the price target from $64 to $70 on Sept. 25, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 73%.</li>
<li>DA Davidson analyst Lucky Schreiner maintained a Buy rating and raised the price target from $65 to $70 on Sept. 25, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 64%.</li>
<li>Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives reiterated an Outperform rating with a price target of $68 on Sept. 10, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 82%.</li>
<li>Jefferies analyst Brent Thill maintained a Hold rating and cut the price target from $60 to $55 on June 26, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 78%.</li>
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Progress Software Gears Up For Q4 Print; Here Are The Recent Forecast Changes From Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts

6 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Progress Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRGS#NASDAQ">PRGS</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions 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 style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $70.5, with a high estimate of $80.00 and a low estimate of $65.00. Marking an increase of 6.29%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $66.33. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729620031_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The standing of Progress Software 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>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Ittai Kidron</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Raymond McDonough</td>
<td>Guggenheim</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lucky Schreiner</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ittai Kidron</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lucky Schreiner</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Ives</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>$68.00</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 Progress Software. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Progress Software compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts navigate through adjustments in price targets, providing estimates for Progress Software's future value. Comparing current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Progress Software's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PRGS/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Progress Software analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Progress Software: A Closer Look</h2>
Progress Software Corporation is a provider of cloud-based security solutions to large-and mid-sized organizations in a wide range of industries. Its product includes OpenEdge; Chef; Developer Tools; Kemp LoadMaster; MOVEit; DataDirect; WhatsUp Gold; Sitefinity; Flowmon and Corticon. The company derives revenue from perpetual licenses to its products, but some products also use term licensing models. Its cloud-based offerings use a subscription-based model. A majority of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States and it also has presence in Canada, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), Latin America, and Asia Pacific.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Progress Software's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Progress Software displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 August, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 2.11%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Progress Software's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 15.93%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Progress Software's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of 6.88%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Progress Software's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.78%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Progress Software's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 1.91. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</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.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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Peeling Back The Layers: Exploring Progress Software Through Analyst Insights

Ratings for Progress Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRGS#NASDAQ">PRGS</a>) were provided by 6 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>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">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>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $70.5, a high estimate of $80.00, and a low estimate of $65.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 6.29% from the previous average price target of $66.33.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729616417_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The analysis of recent analyst actions sheds light on the perception of Progress Software 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>Ittai Kidron</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Raymond McDonough</td>
<td>Guggenheim</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lucky Schreiner</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ittai Kidron</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$66.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lucky Schreiner</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Ives</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<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 Progress Software. 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 Progress Software compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Progress Software's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Progress Software'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>Get to Know Progress Software Better</h2>
Progress Software Corporation is a provider of cloud-based security solutions to large-and mid-sized organizations in a wide range of industries. Its product includes OpenEdge; Chef; Developer Tools; Kemp LoadMaster; MOVEit; DataDirect; WhatsUp Gold; Sitefinity; Flowmon and Corticon. The company derives revenue from perpetual licenses to its products, but some products also use term licensing models. Its cloud-based offerings use a subscription-based model. A majority of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States and it also has presence in Canada, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), Latin America, and Asia Pacific.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Progress Software's Financials</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: Progress Software's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 August, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 2.11%. This indicates 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: Progress Software's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 15.93%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Progress Software's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 6.88%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Progress Software's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.78%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: Progress Software's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 1.91. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</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 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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Key Takeaways From Progress Software Analyst Ratings

Oppenheimer analyst Ittai Kidron maintains Progress Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRGS#NASDAQ">PRGS</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $70 to $80.

Oppenheimer Maintains Outperform on Progress Software, Raises Price Target to $80

Disclosed in a recent SEC filing on October 17, Gupta, Chief Executive Officer at Progress Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRGS#NASDAQ">PRGS</a>), made a noteworthy transaction involving the exercise of company stock options.
What Happened: Gupta, Chief Executive Officer at Progress Software, made a strategic move by exercising stock options for 69,195 shares of PRGS as detailed in a Form 4 filing on Thursday with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000876167/000087616724000162//Archives/edgar/data/876167/000087616724000162/0000876167-24-000162-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a>. The transaction value amounted to $1,082,209.
The Friday morning update indicates Progress Software shares down by 0.0%, currently priced at $66.33. At this value, Gupta's 69,195 shares are worth $1,082,209.
<h3>Discovering Progress Software: A Closer Look</h3>
Progress Software Corporation is a provider of cloud-based security solutions to large-and mid-sized organizations in a wide range of industries. Its product includes OpenEdge; Chef; Developer Tools; Kemp LoadMaster; MOVEit; DataDirect; WhatsUp Gold; Sitefinity; Flowmon and Corticon. The company derives revenue from perpetual licenses to its products, but some products also use term licensing models. Its cloud-based offerings use a subscription-based model. A majority of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States and it also has presence in Canada, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), Latin America, and Asia Pacific.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Progress Software's Financials</h3>
Revenue Growth: Progress Software displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 August, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 2.11%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Evaluating Earnings Performance:
<ul>
<li>
Gross Margin: With a high gross margin of 83.73%, the company demonstrates effective cost control and strong profitability relative to its peers.
</li>
<li>
Earnings per Share (EPS): Progress Software's EPS is below the industry average. The company faced challenges with a current EPS of 0.66. This suggests a potential decline in earnings.
</li>
</ul>
Debt Management: Progress Software's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 1.91, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
Navigating Market Valuation:
<ul>
<li>
Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The current P/E ratio of 35.66 is below industry norms, indicating potential undervaluation and presenting an investment opportunity.
</li>
<li>
Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: The P/S ratio of 4.11 is lower than the industry average, implying a discounted valuation for Progress Software's stock in relation to sales performance.
</li>
<li>
EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): Progress Software's EV/EBITDA ratio at 15.02 suggests potential undervaluation, falling below industry averages.
</li>
</ul>
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.
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<h3>Exploring the Significance of Insider Trading</h3>
Insider transactions serve as a piece of the puzzle in investment decisions, rather than the entire picture.
In the context of legal matters, the term "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities, as outlined by Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. Such insiders are obligated to report their transactions through a Form 4 filing, which must be completed within two business days of the transaction.
Pointing towards optimism, a company insider's new purchase signals their positive anticipation for the stock to rise.
Despite insider sells not always signaling a bearish sentiment, they can be driven by various factors.
<h3>Breaking Down the Significance of Transaction Codes</h3>
Digging into the details of stock transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> frequently turn their attention to those taking place in the open market, as outlined in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Yogesh Gupta At Progress Software Decides to Exercises Options Worth $1.08M

Synopsys (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/snps#NASDAQ">SNPS</a>) shares have experienced a pullback in recent times, with shares now trading 19.7% below its 52-week high of $629.38 achieved on Sept. 30.
Over the past three months, Synopsys shares have plunged 16.9%, underperforming the broader Zacks Computer &amp; Technology Sector&#39;s decline of 1.1% and the Zacks Computer &ndash; Software industry&#39;s fall of 2.7%.
Synopsys is currently facing several challenges, including a rise in cost of revenues and operating expenses. In the third quarter of fiscal 2024, these costs increased to $1.17 billion compared to $1.01 billion in the same period last year. This sharp rise has raised concerns about the company&#39;s ability to manage its rising costs effectively.
SNPS faces intense competition in the semiconductor and electronic design automation (EDA) space, which has been a headwind. Delays in realizing synergies from recent acquisitions have been a concern.
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<h2>Synopsys, Inc. Price and Consensus</h2>
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Does the dip in SNPS shares make the stock attractive? Let&#39;s analyze.
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<h2>Synopsys Prospects Ride on Strong Portfolio</h2>
Synopsys&#39; innovative product lineup is expected to boost its prospects. The shift toward hybrid working is driving demand for higher bandwidth, which bodes well for the company&#39;s solutions. The rising demand for AI, 5G and IoT benefits SNPS&#39; prospects.
Synopsys reported strong revenues in the third quarter of fiscal 2024, with revenues increasing 13% year over year to $1.53 billion, in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate.
SNPS anticipates achieving approximately 15% revenue growth for fiscal 2024. For fiscal 2024, it expects revenues between $6.105 billion and $6.135 billion.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues is pegged at $6.13 billion, indicating year-over-year growth of 4.93%.
For fiscal 2024, non-GAAP earnings are expected in the range of $13.07-$13.12 per share. The consensus mark for earnings is pegged at $13.12 per share, unchanged over the past 30 days.
For the fourth quarter of 2024, Synopsys expects revenues between $1.614 billion and $1.644 billion. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for fourth-quarter fiscal 2024 is currently pegged at 3.28 per share, up by a penny over the past 30 days.
Non-GAAP earnings are expected to be between $3.27 per share and $3.32 per share. The consensus mark for fourth-quarter fiscal 2024 revenues is pegged at $1.62 billion, indicating year-over-year growth of 1.01%.
<h2>Will Acquisitions Help SNPS Stock Rebound?</h2>
Synopsys has made several acquisitions to expand its product portfolio and drive growth. Over the past five years, it acquired more than 15 companies, including Intrinsic ID and Valtrix in 2024.&nbsp;
Synopsys is in the process of acquiring ANSYS (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/anss#NASDAQ">ANSS</a>), a move designed to strengthen its Silicon to Systems strategy, particularly in sectors such as automotive, aerospace and industrial. This acquisition is expected to expand Synopsys&#39; customer base and enhance its product offerings.
<h2>Slowing Top-Line Growth, Stiff Competition Concerns for SNPS</h2>
Synopsys&#39; Design Automation segment saw slower growth in the third quarter of fiscal 2024. Revenues from this segment increased a modest 6% year over year, reaching $1.06 billion. In comparison, the same segment saw 23% growth in the third quarter of fiscal 2023, reaching $1.0 billion.
This downturn was due to tough competition in the EDA market, where Synopsys competes with major players like Cadence Design Systems (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cdns#NASDAQ">CDNS</a>) and Mentor Graphics.&nbsp;
Unfavorable forex and a challenging macroeconomic environment are major deterrents for investors.
<h2>Zacks Rank &amp; Valuation</h2>
Synopsys currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), suggesting that it may be wise to wait for a more favorable entry point in the stock.
Its Value Score of D indicates a stretched valuation at this moment.
In terms of forward Price/Earnings, SNPS is currently trading at 34.82X, higher than the broader sector&#39;s 32.33X.
<h2>A Top-Ranked Stock to Consider</h2>
Progress Software (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/prgs#NASDAQ">PRGS</a>) is a better-ranked stock in the broader sector, sporting a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).
Long term earnings growth rate is currently pegged at 2%. Progress Software shares have appreciated 23.2% year to date.
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SNPS Drops 20% From 52-Week High: Is the Stock Worth Buying on Dip?

As of Sept. 26, 2024, three stocks in the information technology sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions.
The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock&#8217;s strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock&#8217;s price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered overbought when the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/rsi">RSI is above 70</a>, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>. 
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Micron Technology Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>)</h3>
<ul>
<li>After the closing bell on Wednesday, Micron reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter financial results. The company reported fourth-quarter revenue of $7.75 billion, beating the consensus estimate of $7.635 billion. The company reported fourth-quarter adjusted earnings of $1.18 per share, beating analyst estimates of $1.13 per share, according to Benzinga Pro. "Micron delivered 93% year-over-year revenue growth in fiscal Q4, as robust AI demand drove a strong ramp of our data center DRAM products and our industry-leading high bandwidth memory. Our NAND revenue record was led by data center SSD sales, which exceeded $1 billion in quarterly revenue for the first time," said Sanjay Mehrotra, president and CEO of Micron. The company's stock gained around 7% over the past five days and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MU">52-week high of $157.54</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 70.11&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>MU Price Action: Shares of Micron gained 1.9% to close at $95.77 on Wednesday.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Progress Software Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRGS#NASDAQ">PRGS</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Sept. 24, Progress Software reported better-than-expected financial results for the third quarter. "This is a very exciting time for Progress. Our Q3 results were ahead of our guidance, and I am extremely pleased with our execution during the quarter," said Yogesh Gupta, CEO of Progress. The company's stock gained around 10% over the past five days and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PRGS">has a 52-week high</a> of $65.84.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 85.64</li>
<li>PRGS Price Action: Shares of Progress Software rose 11.9% to close at $63.92 on Wednesday.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Zeta Global Holdings Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZETA#NYSE">ZETA</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Sept. 23, DA Davidson analyst Clark Wright maintained Zeta Global with a Buy and raised the price target from $30 to $35. The company's stock gained around 18% over the past month and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ZETA">52-week high </a>of $30.47.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 71.60</li>
<li>ZETA Price Action: Shares of Zeta Global fell 2% to close at $29.63 on Wednesday.</li>
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Guggenheim analyst Raymond McDonough maintains Progress Software (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRGS#NASDAQ">PRGS</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $64 to $70.

Guggenheim Maintains Buy on Progress Software, Raises Price Target to $70

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