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Salesforce, Inc. (CRM) has seen its stock decline by 17.4% over the past six months, while the broader Zacks Computer – Software industry increased by 16.6%. Competitors such as Microsoft Corporation (MSFT), SAP SE (SAP), and Oracle Corporation (ORCL) performed significantly better, with stock gains of 17.1%, 20.5%, and 42.2% respectively.
In the first quarter of fiscal 2026, Salesforce reported revenue growth of just 7.7%, with non-GAAP earnings per share increasing by 5.7%. Analysts forecast mid-to-high single-digit growth for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. Additionally, Salesforce’s expected earnings per share growth is projected at 12.9% CAGR over the next five years, a significant decrease from the 27.8% CAGR during the previous five years.
Salesforce’s stock currently trades at a forward P/E ratio of 22.75, well below the industry average of 34.42. Despite recent challenges, the company retains a leading position in the global customer relationship management software market and is focusing on artificial intelligence and strategic acquisitions to drive future growth.
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