Applied Digital's Stock Performance and Analyst Ratings: A Mixed Outlook for the AI Infrastructure Provider

The Analyst Verdict: Applied Digital In The Eyes Of 6 Experts - Applied Digital (NASDAQ:APLD)

6 analysts have shared their evaluations of Applied Digital APLD during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives. In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 4 2 0 0 0 Last 30D 1 0 0 0 0 1M Ago 1 1 0 0 0 2M Ago 2 1 0 0 0 3M Ago 0 0 0 0 0 The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $13.0, a high estimate of $20.00, and a low estimate of $10.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $11.80, the current average has increased by 10.17%. Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview The standing of Applied Digital among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below 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 John Todaro Needham Maintains Buy $11.00 $11.00 Mike Grondahl Northland Capital Markets Raises Outperform $20.00 $12.00 Joe Flynn Compass Point Announces Buy $10.00 - Kevin Dede HC Wainwright & Co. Raises Buy $12.00 $10.00 Brett Knoblauch Cantor Fitzgerald Lowers Overweight $14.00 $15.00 John Todaro Needham Maintains Buy $11.00 $11.00 Key Insights: Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Applied Digital. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company. Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Applied Digital compared to the broader market. Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Applied Digital's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations. Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Applied Digital's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table. Stay up to date on Applied Digital analyst ratings. About Applied Digital Applied Digital Corp is a designer, developer, and operator of next-generation digital infrastructure across North America. It provides digital infrastructure solutions and cloud services to industries like High-Performance Computing (HPC) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The company operates in the following business segments; Data Center Hosting Business, Cloud Services Business, and HPC Hosting Business. The majority of its revenue is generated from the Data Center Hosting Business which operates data centers to provide energized space to crypto mining customers. Applied Digital: Delving into Financials Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale. Revenue Growth: Applied Digital displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 November, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 51.34%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector. Net Margin: Applied Digital's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -218.19%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management. Return on Equity (ROE): Applied Digital's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -41.2%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders. Return on Assets (ROA): Applied Digital's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -11.23%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns. Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 1.84, Applied Digital faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain. The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks. Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error. Which Stocks Are Analysts Recommending Now? Benzinga Edge gives you instant access to all major analyst upgrades, downgrades, and price targets. Sort by accuracy, upside potential, and more. Click here to stay ahead of the market. This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor. 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Applied Digital Unusual Options Activity - Applied Digital (NASDAQ:APLD)

Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bearish stance on Applied Digital. Looking at options history for Applied Digital APLD we detected 23 trades. If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 39% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 56% with bearish. From the overall spotted trades, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $109,128 and 21, calls, for a total amount of $907,635. What's The Price Target? Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $5.0 to $12.0 for Applied Digital over the last 3 months. Analyzing Volume & Open Interest In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Applied Digital stands at 2519.67, with a total volume reaching 15,156.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Applied Digital, situated within the strike price corridor from $5.0 to $12.0, throughout the last 30 days. Applied Digital 30-Day Option Volume & Interest Snapshot Noteworthy Options Activity: Symbol PUT/CALL Trade Type Sentiment Exp. Date Ask Bid Price Strike Price Total Trade Price Open Interest Volume APLD CALL SWEEP BULLISH 01/15/27 $3.6 $3.45 $3.6 $12.00 $108.0K 1.4K 250 APLD CALL TRADE BULLISH 01/16/26 $2.73 $2.6 $2.69 $12.00 $80.7K 2.0K 417 APLD PUT TRADE BULLISH 03/21/25 $2.76 $2.61 $2.65 $11.00 $79.5K 1.2K 29 APLD CALL TRADE BEARISH 04/17/25 $1.39 $1.35 $1.35 $10.00 $76.9K 8.0K 1.6K APLD CALL TRADE BEARISH 07/18/25 $2.64 $2.55 $2.55 $10.00 $50.9K 2.8K 220 About Applied Digital Applied Digital Corp is a designer, developer, and operator of next-generation digital infrastructure across North America. It provides digital infrastructure solutions and cloud services to industries like High-Performance Computing (HPC) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The company operates in the following business segments; Data Center Hosting Business, Cloud Services Business, and HPC Hosting Business. The majority of its revenue is generated from the Data Center Hosting Business which operates data centers to provide energized space to crypto mining customers. Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Applied Digital, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance. Applied Digital's Current Market Status Currently trading with a volume of 29,348,285, the APLD's price is down by -14.27%, now at $9.13. RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be approaching overbought. Anticipated earnings release is in 45 days. What Analysts Are Saying About Applied Digital In the last month, 3 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $13.67. Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. Click here for access. * Reflecting concerns, an analyst from Compass Point lowers its rating to Buy with a new price target of $10. * An analyst from Needham downgraded its action to Buy with a price target of $11. * An analyst from Northland Capital Markets persists with their Outperform rating on Applied Digital, maintaining a target price of $20. Options trading presents higher risks and potential rewards. Astute traders manage these risks by continually educating themselves, adapting their strategies, monitoring multiple indicators, and keeping a close eye on market movements. Stay informed about the latest Applied Digital options trades with real-time alerts from Benzinga Pro. APLDApplied Digital Corp$9.11-14.5%OverviewMarket News and Data brought to you by Benzinga APIs