NASDAQ:APP AppLovin (APP) Stock Price, News & Analysis → The new financial threat that could wipe out millions… (From InvestorPlace) (Ad) Free APP Stock Alerts $74.00 -3.09 (-4.01%) (As of 05/8/2024 ET) Add Compare Share Share Today's Range$73.62▼$76.6350-Day Range$58.01▼$78.2452-Week Range$17.25▼$79.55Volume6.26 million shsAverage Volume4.04 million shsMarket Capitalization$24.38 billionP/E Ratio74.00Dividend YieldN/APrice Target$63.60 Stock AnalysisStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSocial MediaStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSocial Media Get AppLovin alerts: Email Address AppLovin MarketRank™ Stock AnalysisAnalyst RatingModerate Buy2.65 Rating ScoreUpside/Downside14.1% Downside$63.60 Price TargetShort InterestHealthy13.45% of Float Sold ShortDividend StrengthN/ASustainabilityN/ANews Sentiment0.78Based on 11 Articles This WeekInsider TradingSelling Shares$4.42 M Sold Last QuarterProj. Earnings Growth23.62%From $2.54 to $3.14 Per ShareSee Full Details Hide Full Details Overall MarketRank™New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.2.83 out of 5 starsBusiness Services Sector158th out of 312 stocksComputer Programming, Data Processing, & Other Computer Related Industry26th out of 58 stocks 2.3 Analyst's Opinion Consensus RatingAppLovin has received a consensus rating of Moderate Buy. The company's average rating score is 2.65, and is based on 12 buy ratings, 4 hold ratings, and 1 sell rating.Amount of Analyst CoverageAppLovin has been the subject of 9 research reports in the past 90 days, demonstrating strong analyst interest in this stock.Read more about AppLovin's stock forecast and price target. Previous Next 3.0 Short Interest Percentage of Shares Shorted13.45% of the float of AppLovin has been sold short.Short Interest Ratio / Days to CoverAppLovin has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 5.Change versus previous monthShort interest in AppLovin has recently decreased by 11.36%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving significantly. Previous Next 0.0 Dividend Strength Dividend YieldAppLovin does not currently pay a dividend.Dividend GrowthAppLovin does not have a long track record of dividend growth. Previous Next N/A Sustainability and ESG Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ScoreThere is no current Upright™ data available for APP. Previous Next 2.7 News and Social Media Coverage News SentimentAppLovin has a news sentiment score of 0.78. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a higher news sentiment than the 0.37 average news sentiment score of Business Services companies.News Coverage This WeekMarketBeat has tracked 11 news articles for AppLovin this week, compared to 8 articles on an average week.Search InterestOnly 47 people have searched for APP on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -2% compared to the previous 30 days.MarketBeat FollowsOnly 24 people have added AppLovin to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -11% compared to the previous 30 days. Previous Next 2.5 Company Ownership Insider Buying vs. Insider SellingIn the past three months, AppLovin insiders have sold more of their company's stock than they have bought. Specifically, they have bought $0.00 in company stock and sold $4,416,815.00 in company stock.Percentage Held by Insiders14.69% of the stock of AppLovin is held by insiders. A high percentage of insider ownership can be a sign of company health.Percentage Held by Institutions41.85% of the stock of AppLovin is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company.Read more about AppLovin's insider trading history. Previous Next 2.5 Earnings and Valuation Earnings GrowthEarnings for AppLovin are expected to grow by 23.62% in the coming year, from $2.54 to $3.14 per share.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the MarketThe P/E ratio of AppLovin is 74.00, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 141.65.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. SectorThe P/E ratio of AppLovin is 74.00, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the Business Services sector average P/E ratio of about 37.46.Price to Earnings Growth RatioAppLovin has a PEG Ratio of 1.48. PEG Ratios above 1 indicate that a company could be overvalued.Price to Book Value per Share RatioAppLovin has a P/B Ratio of 20.00. P/B Ratios above 3 indicate that a company could be overvalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.Read more about AppLovin's valuation and earnings. Previous Next See Top Rated MarketRank™ Stocks Here Ad Crypto 101 MediaElon Musk Secret Crypto Plot ExposedReports of a leaked meeting between Elon Musk and staff at X.com could send shockwaves through the crypto market. Musk revealed a "mind-blowing" plan to take over the global payment system. In his own words, the world's richest man said "you won't need a bank account." Prominent voices in crypto believe what comes next will mirror a crypto mass adoption similar to the one that triggered bitcoin's last bull run.Click here now to get your copy. About AppLovin Stock (NASDAQ:APP)AppLovin Corporation engages in building a software-based platform for advertisers to enhance the marketing and monetization of their content in the United States and internationally. It operates through two segments, Software Platform and Apps. The company's software solutions include AppDiscovery, a marketing software solution, which matches advertiser demand with publisher supply through auctions; MAX, an in-app bidding software that optimizes the value of a publisher's advertising inventory by running a real-time competitive auction; Adjust, a measurement and analytics marketing platform that provides marketers with the visibility, insights, and tools needed to grow their apps from early stage to maturity; and Wurl, a connected TV platform, which distributes streaming video for content companies and provides advertising and publishing solutions through its AdPool, ContentDiscovery, and Global FAST Pass products. It also offers SparkLabs, which uses app store optimization to enhance ad visibility; AppLovin Exchange, which connects buyers to mobile and CTV devices through a single and direct RTB exchange; and Array, an end-to-end app management suite for mobile operators and end users. In addition, the company operates various free-to-play mobile games. It serves individuals, small and independent businesses, enterprises, advertisers and advertising networks, mobile app publishers, indie studio developers, and internet platforms. AppLovin Corporation was incorporated in 2011 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.Read More APP Stock Price History View Price History Chart DataSkip Price History Chart 30 days | 90 days | 365 days | Advanced Chart APP Stock News HeadlinesApril 9, 2024 | insidertrades.comVictoria Valenzuela Sells 50,000 Shares of AppLovin Co. 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Analysts are calling it the "King Kong" of diet drugs after amazing clinical trial results.May 7, 2024 | markets.businessinsider.comAppLovin A earnings preview: what to expectMay 4, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comAppLovin (NASDAQ:APP) Price Target Raised to $85.00May 4, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comAppLovin (NASDAQ:APP) Coverage Initiated at Jefferies Financial GroupMay 1, 2024 | markets.businessinsider.comBeyond The Numbers: 9 Analysts Discuss AppLovin StockMay 1, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comAppLovin (APP) Set to Announce Earnings on WednesdayMay 8, 2024 | Behind the Markets (Ad)The Weight Loss Pill That Could Disrupt a $32 Billion IndustryA revolutionary new weight loss pill is about to send shockwaves through the plus-size clothing market. Analysts are calling it the "King Kong" of diet drugs after amazing clinical trial results.April 28, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comAppLovin (NASDAQ:APP) Shares Up 6.4%April 26, 2024 | investorplace.comThe Top 3 Software Stocks to Buy in April 2024April 24, 2024 | tmcnet.comMARKT-PILOT strengthens international market position with $43 Million Series A led by Insight PartnersApril 23, 2024 | markets.businessinsider.comAnalysts Are Bullish on These Technology Stocks: SAP AG (SAP), AppLovin (APP)April 22, 2024 | investorplace.comThe SaaS Surge: 3 Unstoppable Stocks to Propel Your Portfolio to New HeightsApril 22, 2024 | seekingalpha.comAppLovin: Reinforcing My Assumptions About A Bullish Business PotentialApril 20, 2024 | investorplace.comScore 100% Profits With These 3 Momentum StocksApril 20, 2024 | investorplace.comHidden Titans: 3 Stocks Ready to Outperform in the Next Earnings SeasonApril 19, 2024 | fool.com1 Beaten-Down Growth Stock Down 38% to Buy Now in AprilApril 18, 2024 | benzinga.comComparative Study: Palantir Technologies And Industry Competitors In Software IndustryApril 17, 2024 | msn.comFreeport-McMoRan, AppLovin And A Major Healthcare Stock On CNBC's 'Final Trades'April 17, 2024 | prnewswire.comAdjust Unveils Mobile Analytics Solution Powered by AI, Advanced Machine Learning to Uncover IncrementalityApril 17, 2024 | msn.comInvestors Are Chasing the Biggest Names in Artificial Intelligence. But These 2 Lesser-Known Companies Are AI Stocks to Buy Now.April 16, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comAppLovin (APP) Exceeds Market Returns: Some Facts to ConsiderApril 15, 2024 | msn.comDaiwa Capital Initiates Coverage of AppLovin (APP) with Neutral RecommendationApril 12, 2024 | benzinga.comMarket Whales and Their Recent Bets on APP OptionsApril 11, 2024 | markets.businessinsider.comAppLovin (APP): New Buy Recommendation for This Technology GiantApril 11, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comAppLovin and Dropbox have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the DaySee More Headlines Receive APP Stock News and Ratings via Email Sign-up to receive the latest news and ratings for AppLovin and its competitors with MarketBeat's FREE daily newsletter. Email Address Company Calendar Last Earnings2/14/2024Today5/08/2024Next Earnings (Confirmed)5/08/2024Fiscal Year End12/31/2024Get Stock AlertsIndustry, Sector and Symbol Stock ExchangeNASDAQ SectorBusiness Services Industry Computer programming, data processing, & other computer related Sub-IndustryN/A Current SymbolNASDAQ:APP Previous SymbolNYSE:APP CUSIPN/A CIK1751008 Webwww.applovin.com Phone800-839-9646FaxN/AEmployees1,745Year FoundedN/APrice Target and Rating Average Stock Price Target$63.60 High Stock Price Target$93.00 Low Stock Price Target$28.00 Potential Upside/Downside-15.9%Consensus RatingModerate Buy Rating Score (0-4)2.65 Research Coverage17 Analysts Profitability EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$1.00 Trailing P/E Ratio75.58 Forward P/E Ratio29.76 P/E Growth1.48Net Income$356.71 million Net Margins10.84% Pretax Margin11.59% Return on Equity24.69% Return on Assets6.54% Debt Debt-to-Equity Ratio2.31 Current Ratio1.71 Quick Ratio1.71 Sales & Book Value Annual Sales$2.63 billion Price / Sales9.45 Cash Flow$2.53 per share Price / Cash Flow29.90 Book Value$3.70 per share Price / Book20.43Miscellaneous Outstanding Shares329,420,000Free Float281,028,000Market Cap$24.90 billion OptionableNot Optionable Beta1.85 7 Stocks to Own Before the 2024 ElectionLooking to avoid the hassle of mudslinging, volatility, and uncertainty? 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Find out with this report.Get This Free Report Key ExecutivesMr. Jordan SatokVice President of Corporate DevelopmentMs. Ailbhe DervanSenior Vice President of People & PlacesKey CompetitorsFactSet Research SystemsNYSE:FDSRocket CompaniesNYSE:RKTVeraltoNYSE:VLTOBroadridge Financial SolutionsNYSE:BRSymboticNASDAQ:SYMView All CompetitorsInsiders & InstitutionsDonoghue Forlines LLCSold 8,709 shares on 5/8/2024Ownership: 0.010%Thoroughbred Financial Services LLCBought 2,237 shares on 5/8/2024Ownership: 0.007%US Bancorp DEBought 3,472 shares on 5/8/2024Ownership: 0.003%QRG Capital Management Inc.Bought 705 shares on 5/8/2024Ownership: 0.002%Bleakley Financial Group LLCBought 3,733 shares on 5/8/2024Ownership: 0.001%View All Insider TransactionsView All Institutional Transactions APP Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions Should I buy or sell AppLovin stock right now? 17 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for AppLovin in the last year. There are currently 1 sell rating, 4 hold ratings and 12 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" APP shares. View APP analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks. What is AppLovin's stock price target for 2024? 17 Wall Street analysts have issued twelve-month target prices for AppLovin's shares. Their APP share price targets range from $28.00 to $93.00. On average, they anticipate the company's share price to reach $63.60 in the next twelve months. This suggests that the stock has a possible downside of 14.1%. View analysts price targets for APP or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts. How have APP shares performed in 2024? AppLovin's stock was trading at $39.85 at the beginning of the year. Since then, APP stock has increased by 85.7% and is now trading at $74.00. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here. Are investors shorting AppLovin? AppLovin saw a decline in short interest in the month of April. As of April 15th, there was short interest totaling 21,850,000 shares, a decline of 11.4% from the March 31st total of 24,650,000 shares. Based on an average daily trading volume, of 4,370,000 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 5.0 days. Approximately 13.5% of the shares of the stock are sold short. View AppLovin's Short Interest. When is AppLovin's next earnings date? The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Wednesday, May 8th 2024. View our APP earnings forecast. How were AppLovin's earnings last quarter? AppLovin Co. (NASDAQ:APP) announced its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, February, 14th. The company reported $0.49 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.35 by $0.14. The company had revenue of $953.26 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $928.66 million. AppLovin had a net margin of 10.84% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 24.69%. AppLovin's revenue was up 35.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the prior year, the company posted ($0.21) EPS. What ETFs hold AppLovin's stock? ETFs with the largest weight of AppLovin (NASDAQ:APP) stock in their portfolio include Global X Video Games & Esports ETF (HERO), Adaptiv Select ETF (ADPV), Renaissance IPO ETF (IPO), VanEck Video Gaming and eSports ETF (ESPO), Roundhill Video Games ETF (NERD), Invesco Dorsey Wright Technology Momentum ETF (PTF), First Trust Cloud Computing ETF (SKYY) and Pacer US Large Cap Cash Cows Growth Leaders ETF (COWG). What guidance has AppLovin issued on next quarter's earnings? AppLovin issued an update on its second quarter 2024 earnings guidance on Wednesday, May, 8th. The company provided earnings per share guidance of for the period. The company issued revenue guidance of $1.1 billion-$1.1 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $1.0 billion. When did AppLovin IPO? AppLovin (APP) raised $2 billion in an IPO on Thursday, April 15th 2021. The company issued 25,000,000 shares at a price of $75.00-$85.00 per share. Morgan Stanley, J.P. Morgan, KKR, BofA Securities, Citigroup, Credit Suisse and UBS Investment Bank served as the underwriters for the IPO and Oppenheimer & Co., Stifel, Truist Securities, William Blair, LionTree, LUMA Securities, The Raine Group, Blaylock Van, LLC, Guzman & Company, R. Seelaus & Co., LLC and Roberts & Ryan were co-managers. Who are AppLovin's major shareholders? AppLovin's stock is owned by a variety of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional shareholders include WCM Investment Management LLC (2.10%), Sapient Capital LLC (1.15%), Raymond James & Associates (0.45%), Russell Investments Group Ltd. (0.20%), Van ECK Associates Corp (0.18%) and Swiss National Bank (0.16%). Insiders that own company stock include Andrew Karam, Arash Adam Foroughi, Craig Scott Billings, Dawson Alyssa Harvey, Denali Holdings LP Kkr, Eduardo Vivas, Elena Arutunian, Herald Y Chen, John Krystynak, Katie Kihorany Jansen, Matthew Stumpf, Pride Holdings Ltd Angel, Vasily Shikin and Victoria Valenzuela. View institutional ownership trends. How do I buy shares of AppLovin? Shares of APP stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services. Compare Top Brokerages Here. 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