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8 analysts have shared their evaluations of F5 (NASDAQ:FFIV) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
| Bullish | Somewhat Bullish | Indifferent | Somewhat Bearish | Bearish | |
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| Total Ratings | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Last 30D | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 1M Ago | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2M Ago | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3M Ago | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Analysts have recently evaluated F5 and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $321.62, accompanied by a high estimate of $355.00 and a low estimate of $304.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 9.44% from the previous average price target of $293.88.
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive F5. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
| Analyst | Analyst Firm | Action Taken | Rating | Current Price Target | Prior Price Target |
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| Tim Long | Barclays | Raises | Equal-Weight | $321.00 | $274.00 |
| Matthew Hedberg | RBC Capital | Raises | Sector Perform | $326.00 | $314.00 |
| Meta Marshall | Morgan Stanley | Raises | Equal-Weight | $312.00 | $305.00 |
| James Fish | Piper Sandler | Raises | Neutral | $355.00 | $304.00 |
| Ryan Koontz | Needham | Raises | Buy | $345.00 | $320.00 |
| Meta Marshall | Morgan Stanley | Raises | Equal-Weight | $305.00 | $280.00 |
| Samik Chatterjee | JP Morgan | Raises | Neutral | $305.00 | $285.00 |
| James Fish | Piper Sandler | Raises | Neutral | $304.00 | $269.00 |
To gain a panoramic view of F5'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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F5 is a market leader in the application delivery controller market. The company sells products for security, application performance, and automation. Its three customer verticals are enterprises, service providers, and government entities. Revenue is evenly split between its services business and products business with revenue trending toward products due to software adoption. The Seattle-based firm was incorporated in 1996, and went public in 1999.
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3M period, F5 showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 7.3% as of 31 March, 2025. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Information Technology sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: F5's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 19.91% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 4.44%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): F5's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.47%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.08, F5 adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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