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Oracle (ORCL) Stock Price, News & Analysis

$144.64
+3.33 (+2.36%)
(As of 06/18/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$141.22
$145.06
50-Day Range
$113.75
$144.64
52-Week Range
$99.26
$145.06
Volume
11.19 million shs
Average Volume
8.55 million shs
Market Capitalization
$397.54 billion
P/E Ratio
38.99
Dividend Yield
1.11%
Price Target
$144.79

Oracle MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Moderate Buy
2.57 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
0.1% Upside
$144.79 Price Target
Short Interest
Healthy
0.95% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Strong
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
-0.93
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
0.58mentions of Oracle in the last 14 days
Based on 119 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
Selling Shares
$110.49 M Sold Last Quarter
Proj. Earnings Growth
13.77%
From $5.01 to $5.70 Per Share

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.

4.85 out of 5 stars

Computer And Technology Sector

25th out of 585 stocks

Prepackaged Software Industry

10th out of 198 stocks

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About Oracle Stock (NYSE:ORCL)

Oracle Corporation is a leading technology company developing software solutions for businesses worldwide. Founded in 1977 by Larry Ellison, Bob Miner, and Ed Oates, the company is headquartered in Austin, Texas and has a presence in over 175 countries. Oracle's primary focus is on providing cloud-based software as a service (SaaS), platform as a service (PaaS), and infrastructure as a service (IaaS) to its customers, helping them to streamline their operations and reduce costs.

The current management team at Oracle is led by Chief Executive Officer Safra Catz, who has been with the company since 1999 and served in several senior leadership positions before assuming her current role. Other key management team members include Chairman and Chief Technology Officer Larry Ellison, who co-founded the company, and Executive Vice President of Product Development, Steve Miranda. 

Oracle has reported slight growth in recent years, with its revenue around $40 billion in the last several years. Its net income has also been relatively stable over the past several years. The company's debt levels have remained relatively unchanged over the past few years. Oracle's current valuation metrics show that it trades at a price-to-earnings ratio and price-to-book ratio below the industry average. These valuation metrics suggest that the stock may be undervalued compared to its peers in the technology industry.

Regarding market performance, Oracle's stock has shown some volatility in recent years but has performed well. Its stock price has increased from around $44 in 2017 to $102 in 2022, although it has experienced some dips and spikes during that time. The company has also seen an increase in trading volume in recent years, indicating that it is attracting more investor interest.

Oracle operates in the highly competitive technology industry, competing with other software giants like Microsoft and Salesforce. The industry is constantly evolving, with new trends and innovations emerging regularly. One direction that has gained prominence in recent years is adopting cloud-based solutions, which have been a key focus for Oracle. The industry is also subject to regulatory and political pressures, which can impact the operations of companies operating in the space.

Oracle has identified several growth opportunities, including developing new products and services, expanding into new markets, and making strategic acquisitions. The company has recently announced plans to expand its cloud infrastructure footprint by adding new data centers in several countries. Additionally, Oracle has made several acquisitions in recent years, including its acquisition of NetSuite in 2016 and TikTok's US operations in 2020.

Like any company, Oracle faces risks and challenges that could impact its future growth and profitability. One significant risk is the changing preferences of consumers and businesses, which could affect the demand for its products and services. Additionally, increased regulatory scrutiny and competitive pressures could impact the company's operations.

ORCL Stock Price History

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Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 4/24 Dividend
4/09/2024
Dividend Payable
4/24/2024
Last Earnings
6/11/2024
Today
6/18/2024
Ex-Dividend for 7/25 Dividend
7/11/2024
Dividend Payable
7/25/2024
Next Earnings (Estimated)
9/09/2024
Fiscal Year End
5/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Prepackaged software
Sub-Industry
Systems Software
CUSIP
68389X10
Employees
164,000
Year Founded
1977

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$144.79
High Stock Price Target
$171.00
Low Stock Price Target
$105.00
Potential Upside/Downside
+0.1%
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
2.57
Research Coverage
30 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$10.47 billion
Pretax Margin
22.17%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$52.96 billion
Cash Flow
$7.29 per share
Book Value
$3.36 per share

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares
2,748,500,000
Free Float
1,572,142,000
Market Cap
$397.54 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
1.01

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Should I Buy Oracle Stock? ORCL Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Oracle:

  • Oracle's strong financial position with consistent revenue growth and profitability, making it a stable investment option in the tech sector.
  • Continuous innovation and development of cloud-based services, such as Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, catering to the growing demand for cloud solutions in the market.
  • Recent positive analyst ratings and price target upgrades indicating a favorable outlook for the stock, with potential for price appreciation.
  • Diversified product portfolio including enterprise software solutions, databases, and applications, providing a wide range of offerings to customers across industries.
  • Current stock price trading at an attractive valuation compared to its peers, presenting a potential buying opportunity for investors seeking undervalued stocks.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Oracle for these reasons:

  • Market competition from major cloud service providers like Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure, posing a challenge to Oracle's market share and growth potential in the cloud sector.
  • Dependency on legacy software products for a significant portion of revenue, which may face declining demand as businesses shift towards modern cloud-based solutions.
  • Exposure to global economic conditions and geopolitical uncertainties, impacting Oracle's international operations and revenue streams.
  • Potential impact of cybersecurity threats and data breaches on Oracle's reputation and customer trust, leading to financial losses and legal implications.
  • Uncertainty surrounding future regulatory changes in the tech industry, affecting Oracle's business operations and compliance costs.
These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these Oracle pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

ORCL Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Oracle stock right now?

30 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Oracle in the last twelve months. There are currently 13 hold ratings and 17 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" ORCL shares.
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What is Oracle's stock price target for 2024?

30 Wall Street research analysts have issued 12-month price targets for Oracle's stock. Their ORCL share price targets range from $105.00 to $171.00. On average, they anticipate the company's stock price to reach $144.79 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 0.1% from the stock's current price.
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How have ORCL shares performed in 2024?

Oracle's stock was trading at $105.43 on January 1st, 2024. Since then, ORCL shares have increased by 37.2% and is now trading at $144.64.
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When is Oracle's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Monday, September 9th 2024.
View our ORCL earnings forecast
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How were Oracle's earnings last quarter?

Oracle Co. (NYSE:ORCL) posted its earnings results on Tuesday, June, 11th. The enterprise software provider reported $1.63 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $1.65 by $0.02. The enterprise software provider had revenue of $14.29 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $14.57 billion. Oracle had a net margin of 19.76% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 223.01%. The firm's revenue for the quarter was up 3.3% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the company earned $1.35 EPS.
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How often does Oracle pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Oracle?

Oracle announced a quarterly dividend on Tuesday, June 11th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, July 11th will be given a dividend of $0.40 per share on Thursday, July 25th. This represents a $1.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.11%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, July 11th.
Read our dividend analysis for ORCL
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Is Oracle a good dividend stock?

Oracle (NYSE:ORCL) pays an annual dividend of $1.60 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 1.16%. The company has been increasing its dividend for 15 consecutive years, indicating the company has a strong committment to maintain and grow its dividend. The dividend payout ratio is 43.13%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, ORCL will have a dividend payout ratio of 28.07% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
Read our dividend analysis for ORCL.

What guidance has Oracle issued on next quarter's earnings?

Oracle issued an update on its first quarter 2025 earnings guidance on Wednesday, June, 12th. The company provided EPS guidance of 1.310-1.350 for the period, compared to the consensus earnings per share estimate of 1.320. The company issued revenue guidance of $13.1 billion-$13.3 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $13.4 billion.

What is Safra A. Catz's approval rating as Oracle's CEO?

1,888 employees have rated Oracle Chief Executive Officer Safra A. Catz on Glassdoor.com. Safra A. Catz has an approval rating of 78% among the company's employees.

What other stocks do shareholders of Oracle own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Oracle investors own include Intel (INTC), Cisco Systems (CSCO), NVIDIA (NVDA), Walt Disney (DIS), AT&T (T), Bank of America (BAC), Micron Technology (MU), Alibaba Group (BABA), QUALCOMM (QCOM) and Netflix (NFLX).

Who are Oracle's major shareholders?

Oracle's stock is owned by many different retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include Vanguard Group Inc. (5.50%), Capital World Investors (0.67%), First Eagle Investment Management LLC (0.52%), Bank of New York Mellon Corp (0.48%), Janus Henderson Group PLC (0.47%) and Clearbridge Investments LLC (0.26%). Insiders that own company stock include Charles W Moorman, Dorian Daley, Edward Screven, George H Conrades, Jeffrey Berg, Jeffrey Henley, Lawrence Joseph Ellison, Maria Smith, Michael J Boskin, Michael J Boskin, Naomi O Seligman, Naomi O Seligman, Renee Jo James, Rona Alison Fairhead and Safra Catz.
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How do I buy shares of Oracle?

Shares of ORCL 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.
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Does Oracle have any subsidiaries?
The following companies are subsidiares of Oracle: 360Commerce, ATG (Art Technology Group), Acme Packet, Aconex, Active Reasoning, AddThis, Adi Insights, AdminServer, Advanced Visual Technology, Agile Software, AmberPoint, Apiary, Appforge, BEA Systems, Bharosa, BigMachines, Bitzer Mobile, BlueKai, Bridgestream, Captovation, Carleton Corporation, Cerner, ClearApp, ClearTrial, CloudMonkey, Collaxa, Collective Intellect, Compendium, Conformia Software, Context Media, Convergin, Corente, Crosswise, CrowdTwist, DataFox, DataRaker, DataScaler, DataScience.com, Datalogix, Datanomic, Delphi Asset Management Corporation, Demantra, Digital Equipment Corporation - Rdb Division, Dyn, E-Travel, Eloqua, Empirix - e-TEST Suite Products, Endeca, FarApp, Fatwire, Federos, Filefish, Front Porch Digital, G-Log, Geodan EDT, Global Knowledge Software, GloriaFood, GoAhead Software, GoldenGate Software, Grapeshot, GreenBytes, Haley Limited, Hotsip, HyperRoll, Hyperion Solutions, IRI Software, InQuira, Indicast Corporation, Innobase, Instantis, Interlace Systems, Involver, Iridize, Istante Software, Ksplice, LODESTAR Corporation, LiveData Utilities, LiveLOOK, LiveLoop, LogFire, LogicalApps, MICROS Systems, Market2Lead, Maxymiser, MetaSolv, Moat, Moniforce, Net4Call, NetForce, NetSuite, Netsure Telecom, Nimbula, Nirvanix, Nor1, OCAPAC Holding Company UC, OCAPAC Research Partner UC, Oblix, Octetstring, Opower, Oracle America Inc., Oracle Canada ULC, Oracle Corporation Japan, Oracle Corporation UK Limited, Oracle Deutschland B.V. & Co. KG, Oracle EMEA & CAPAC Holdings Limited, Oracle EMEA Holdings Limited, Oracle EMEA Limited, Oracle Global Holdings Inc., Oracle Global Partners, Oracle International Corporation, Oracle International Group Limited, Oracle International Holdings Limited, Oracle Japan Holding Inc., Oracle Software GmbH, Oracle Switzerland GmbH US Branch, Oracle Systems Corporation, Oxygen Systems, Palerra, Passlogix, PeopleSoft, Phase Forward, Pillar Data Systems, Portal Software, Primavera Systems, ProfitLogic, Ravello Systems, Relsys International, Responsys, Retek, RightNow Technologies, RuleBurst Holdings, SPL WorldGroup, Sauce Video, Secerno, SelectMinds, Siebel Systems, Sigma Dynamics, Silver Creek Systems, SiteWorks Solutions, Skire, Skywire Software, Sleepycat Software, Sophoi, SparklineData, StackEngine, Stellent, Steltor, StorageTek International Corporation, Sun Microsystems, Sunopsis, TOA Technologies, Tacit Software, Talari Networks, Taleo, Tangosol, Tekelec International, Telephony@Work, Temposoft, Textura, Thinking Machines Corporation, Thor Technologies, TimesTen, Tinoway, TopLink, Treasury Services Corporation, TripleHop Technologies, Verenia, Virtual Iron Software, Vitrue, Vocado, Wercker, Xsigo, Xsigo Systems, ZENEDGE, eServGlobal - Assets, goBalto, i-flex Solutions, and mValent.
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This page (NYSE:ORCL) was last updated on 6/19/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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