Why Oracle Stock Remains a Smart Investment Choice Despite Significant Year-to-Date Decline

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Oracle Corporation (ORCL) has experienced a significant decline in its stock price, falling approximately 29.5% year-to-date, contrasting sharply with the Zacks Computer and Technology sector’s gain of 12.6%. As of now, shares remain stable in the $140s range after reaching a 52-week high earlier in the year.

Despite the stock’s volatility, Oracle’s fourth-quarter fiscal 2026 results showcased a record demand with a Remaining Performance Obligations backlog soaring to $638 billion, a 363% increase from a year prior. Additionally, cloud revenue for the quarter hit $9.9 billion, reflecting a 47% increase year-over-year, with significant contributions from its Cloud Infrastructure and Applications segments.

Looking ahead, Oracle forecasts total revenue growth of 27% to 29% for the first quarter of fiscal 2027, supported by ongoing investments in AI infrastructure. The company has set a target of $90 billion in total revenue for fiscal 2027 and anticipates raising approximately $40 billion more in debt and equity financing to support its expansion efforts.

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