BlackBerry Analyst Cites Concerns On Visibility, Financing Despite Q3 Earnings Beat: Here Are The Details
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RBC Capital Markets analyst Paul Treiber maintained a Sector Perform rating on BlackBerry Ltd (NYSE:BB) but reduced the price target from $4.50 to $4 after Q3 earnings beat. BlackBerry's earnings were at one cent per share, surpassing the expected loss of three cents per share, with revenue at $175 million against a $173.53 million estimate. However, Q4 revenue is projected to be below estimates, between $150 million and $159 million, compared to expected $200.37 million. Concerns include decreased visibility for near-term momentum and potential need for expensive or dilutive financing as cash declines. Treiber also lowered FY24 and FY25 revenue and EPS estimates. BlackBerry shares fell 14.02% to $3.53.

December 21, 2023 | 6:25 pm
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BlackBerry Ltd reported Q3 earnings above expectations but faces concerns over future revenue visibility and financing, leading to a reduced price target and a significant drop in share price.
The reduced price target by RBC Capital Markets and the concerns raised by the analyst about BlackBerry's future revenue visibility and potential financing needs are likely to negatively impact investor sentiment in the short term. The significant drop in share price following the report indicates a strong market reaction to the news.
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