In the latest quarter, 50 analysts provided ratings for CrowdStrike Holdings CRWD, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
| Bullish | Somewhat Bullish | Indifferent | Somewhat Bearish | Bearish | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Ratings | 19 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Last 30D | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1M Ago | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2M Ago | 18 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3M Ago | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $382.56, a high estimate of $435.00, and a low estimate of $240.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 18.47% from the previous average price target of $322.91.
Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive CrowdStrike Holdings is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
| Analyst | Analyst Firm | Action Taken | Rating | Current Price Target | Prior Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catharine Trebnick | Rosenblatt | Maintains | Buy | $400.00 | $400.00 |
| Frederick Havemeyer | Macquarie | Maintains | Outperform | $370.00 | $370.00 |
| Yi Fu Lee | Cantor Fitzgerald | Maintains | Overweight | $400.00 | - |
| Hamza Fodderwala | Morgan Stanley | Raises | Overweight | $372.00 | $304.00 |
| Fatima Boolani | Citigroup | Raises | Buy | $425.00 | $320.00 |
| Shyam Patil | Susquehanna | Raises | Positive | $410.00 | $330.00 |
| Frederick Havemeyer | Macquarie | Raises | Outperform | $370.00 | $285.00 |
| Matthew Hedberg | RBC Capital | Raises | Outperform | $420.00 | $357.00 |
| Shaul Eyal | TD Cowen | Raises | Outperform | $400.00 | $340.00 |
| Trevor Walsh | JMP Securities | Raises | Market Outperform | $400.00 | $330.00 |
| Roger Boyd | UBS | Raises | Buy | $430.00 | $385.00 |
| Yi Fu Lee | Cantor Fitzgerald | Raises | Overweight | $400.00 | $360.00 |
| Joel Fishbein | Truist Securities | Raises | Buy | $400.00 | $350.00 |
| Hamza Fodderwala | Morgan Stanley | Maintains | Overweight | $304.00 | $304.00 |
| Patrick Colville | Scotiabank | Raises | Sector Outperform | $400.00 | $320.00 |
| Peter Levine | Evercore ISI Group | Raises | Outperform | $405.00 | $255.00 |
| Adam Borg | Stifel | Raises | Buy | $400.00 | $315.00 |
| Keith Bachman | BMO Capital | Raises | Outperform | $425.00 | $332.00 |
| Brian Essex | JP Morgan | Raises | Overweight | $371.00 | $350.00 |
| Rob Owens | Piper Sandler | Raises | Overweight | $400.00 | $300.00 |
| Gregg Moskowitz | Mizuho | Raises | Buy | $390.00 | $360.00 |
| Rudy Kessinger | DA Davidson | Raises | Buy | $425.00 | $285.00 |
| Ittai Kidron | Oppenheimer | Raises | Outperform | $355.00 | $300.00 |
| Alex Henderson | Needham | Raises | Buy | $425.00 | $350.00 |
| Gray Powell | BTIG | Raises | Buy | $432.00 | $322.00 |
| Shrenik Kothari | Baird | Raises | Outperform | $350.00 | $281.00 |
| Catharine Trebnick | Rosenblatt | Raises | Buy | $400.00 | $375.00 |
| Stephen Bersey | HSBC | Raises | Buy | $412.00 | $411.00 |
| Saket Kalia | Barclays | Raises | Overweight | $400.00 | $340.00 |
| Eric Heath | Keybanc | Raises | Overweight | $430.00 | $375.00 |
| Michael Walkley | Canaccord Genuity | Raises | Buy | $400.00 | $300.00 |
| John Difucci | Guggenheim | Raises | Buy | $424.00 | $358.00 |
| Andrew Nowinski | Wells Fargo | Raises | Overweight | $435.00 | $380.00 |
| Joseph Gallo | Jefferies | Raises | Buy | $400.00 | $375.00 |
| Taz Koujalgi | Wedbush | Raises | Outperform | $350.00 | $278.00 |
| Alex Henderson | Needham | Raises | Buy | $350.00 | $325.00 |
| Andrew Nowinski | Wells Fargo | Raises | Overweight | $380.00 | $315.00 |
| Brian Essex | JP Morgan | Raises | Overweight | $350.00 | $300.00 |
| Saket Kalia | Barclays | Raises | Overweight | $340.00 | $300.00 |
| John Difucci | Guggenheim | Raises | Buy | $358.00 | $274.00 |
| Gabriela Borges | Goldman Sachs | Raises | Buy | $370.00 | $222.00 |
| Patrick Scholes | Truist Securities | Raises | Buy | $350.00 | $290.00 |
| Catharine Trebnick | Rosenblatt | Raises | Buy | $375.00 | $315.00 |
| Eric Heath | Keybanc | Raises | Overweight | $375.00 | $318.00 |
| Yi Fu Lee | Cantor Fitzgerald | Maintains | Overweight | $360.00 | - |
| Yi Fu Lee | Cantor Fitzgerald | Raises | Overweight | $360.00 | $240.00 |
| Yi Fu Lee | Cantor Fitzgerald | Maintains | Overweight | $240.00 | - |
| Trevor Walsh | JMP Securities | Maintains | Market Outperform | $330.00 | - |
| Adam Tindle | Raymond James | Announces | Outperform | $330.00 | - |
| Trevor Walsh | JMP Securities | Raises | Market Outperform | $330.00 | $235.00 |
Key Insights:
- 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 CrowdStrike Holdings. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.
- Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of CrowdStrike Holdings compared to the broader market.
- Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for CrowdStrike Holdings's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.
To gain a panoramic view of CrowdStrike Holdings'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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Delving into CrowdStrike Holdings's Background
CrowdStrike is a cloud-based cybersecurity company specializing in next-generation security verticals such as endpoint, cloud workload, identity, and security operations. CrowdStrike's primary offering is its Falcon platform that offers a proverbial single pane of glass for an enterprise to detect and respond to security threats attacking its IT infrastructure. The Texas-based firm was founded in 2011 and went public in 2019.
Understanding the Numbers: CrowdStrike Holdings's Finances
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: CrowdStrike Holdings's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 January, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 32.63%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Information Technology sector, the company excelled with a growth rate higher than the average among peers.
Net Margin: CrowdStrike Holdings's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of 6.35%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): CrowdStrike Holdings's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 2.48%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.86%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: CrowdStrike Holdings's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.34, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?
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.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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