Dropbox Inc. Surpasses Analyst’s Target Price: What’s Next?
In the latest trading session, Dropbox Inc (Symbol: DBX) shares have risen above the average analyst target price of $25.83, reaching $26.00 per share. When a stock reaches the target set by analysts, they typically choose between two paths: downgrading due to valuation or increasing their price target. Analysts’ responses may also vary based on the company’s recent performance and outlook. If Dropbox shows promising developments, it might indicate a need for a higher target price.
Within the Zacks coverage universe, six analysts contributed to the average target for Dropbox. However, this average represents a range of opinions. For instance, one analyst has set a target price as low as $20.00, while another has set it as high as $29.00. The standard deviation among these targets is $3.311.
The reason for observing the average DBX price target is to leverage the “wisdom of the crowds,” combining insights from various analysts rather than relying solely on one expert opinion. With DBX now trading above the average target price of $25.83, investors may want to reassess the stock: will $25.83 serve as a stepping stone toward a higher target, or has the stock’s valuation become too high, suggesting it’s time to consider selling? Below is a table outlining recent analyst ratings for Dropbox Inc:
Recent DBX Analyst Ratings Breakdown | ||||
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» | Current | 1 Month Ago | 2 Months Ago | 3 Months Ago |
Strong buy ratings: | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Buy ratings: | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Hold ratings: | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Sell ratings: | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Strong sell ratings: | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Average rating: | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.8 | 2.8 |
The average rating shown in the table above ranges from 1 (Strong Buy) to 5 (Strong Sell). Data for this article is sourced from Zacks Investment Research via Quandl.com.
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