8 analysts have shared their evaluations of Fastly (NASDAQ:FSLY) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
| Bullish | Somewhat Bullish | Indifferent | Somewhat Bearish | Bearish | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Ratings | 0 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Last 30D | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1M Ago | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2M Ago | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3M Ago | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Fastly, revealing an average target of $10.94, a high estimate of $14.00, and a low estimate of $9.00. This current average reflects an increase of 21.56% from the previous average price target of $9.00.
Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview
The perception of Fastly by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
| Analyst | Analyst Firm | Action Taken | Rating | Current Price Target | Prior Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fatima Boolani | Citigroup | Lowers | Neutral | $10.00 | $12.00 |
| James Fish | Piper Sandler | Raises | Neutral | $11.00 | $10.00 |
| Rishi Jaluria | RBC Capital | Raises | Sector Perform | $10.00 | $9.00 |
| Jackson Ader | Keybanc | Announces | Overweight | $14.00 | - |
| Fatima Boolani | Citigroup | Raises | Neutral | $12.00 | $8.00 |
| Rudy Kessinger | DA Davidson | Raises | Neutral | $11.50 | $9.50 |
| Rishi Jaluria | RBC Capital | Raises | Sector Perform | $9.00 | $7.00 |
| James Fish | Piper Sandler | Raises | Neutral | $10.00 | $7.50 |
Key Insights:
- Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Fastly. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.
- Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Fastly compared to the broader market.
- Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Fastly's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Fastly's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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About Fastly
Fastly operates a content delivery network, which is necessary for entities to provide faster and more reliable online content. Fastly's strategy differs from traditional CDNs, which focus on locating servers in as many locations as possible to store copies of files that consumers most use. Fastly is in far fewer sites than traditional CDNs, but it houses servers in the most network-dense data centers. Instead of simply storing static content, it allows its customers to program on its platform, enabling edge computing and better service of the more dynamic content that was traditionally not well served by CDNs. Fastly gears its service to the largest, most sophisticated enterprises rather than small companies and generated nearly three fourths of its revenue in the United States in 2024.
Fastly: A Financial Overview
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3M period, Fastly showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 15.32% as of 30 September, 2025. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -18.63%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Fastly's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -3.14%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -2.01%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.44, Fastly adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
Analyst Ratings: Simplified
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Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
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