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NetApp Stock Dips Despite Strong Q2 Earnings
11 Dec
Summary
- NetApp reported strong fiscal Q2 2026 results with revenues up 3%.
- The company's stock has fallen 9.2% from its 52-week high.
- Analysts maintain a 'Moderate Buy' consensus with a price target increase.
NetApp, Inc., a significant player in the enterprise data management sector with a market capitalization of $23.3 billion, offers solutions for on-premises, hybrid, and public cloud environments. The company operates through two main segments, Hybrid Cloud and Public Cloud, providing advanced software, high-performance storage, and integrated cloud services to a diverse range of industries.
Recently, NetApp announced strong fiscal Q2 2026 results, showcasing a 3% year-over-year increase in net revenues to $1.71 billion and a record adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.05. This performance was bolstered by solid business momentum, including significant growth in all-flash array revenues and cloud storage services, alongside record operating margins.
Despite these positive financial indicators, NetApp's stock has seen a downturn, dropping 9.2% from its 52-week high and underperforming the broader S&P 500 index over the past three months and year-to-date. Nevertheless, analysts largely maintain a favorable outlook, with a consensus 'Moderate Buy' rating and a mean price target indicating a modest upside potential.
