Why Upwork Stock Is Soaring Thursday
Portfolio Pulse from Erica Kollmann
Upwork, Inc. (NASDAQ:UPWK) shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q2 financial results and analysts raised price targets on the stock. The company reported Q2 revenue of $168.6 million, a 7% increase YoY, and a net loss of $4 million. Upwork raised its Q3 and full-year 2023 revenue guidance. Analysts from JMP Securities and Needham maintained their positive ratings and raised the price target for UPWK shares.

August 04, 2023 | 1:52 pm
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Upwork's better-than-expected Q2 results and raised guidance for Q3 and full-year 2023, along with raised price targets by analysts, have led to a surge in its stock price.
Upwork's strong Q2 results and raised guidance indicate a positive financial performance, which is a key driver of stock price. Additionally, raised price targets by analysts signal their positive outlook for the company, further boosting investor confidence and driving the stock price up.
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