Axos Financial 'Ahead of Its Time,' Analyst Applauds Digital-First Strategy
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Needham analyst Kyle Peterson initiated coverage on Axos Financial (NYSE:AX) with a Buy rating and a price target of $82.00, highlighting its digital-first strategy and strong profitability. Axos Financial's approach avoids traditional branch networks, enhancing efficiency and expanding its market. The company benefits from a full banking license, offering cheaper funding and in-house products. Axos Financial's corporate culture and robust underwriting contribute to its exceptional profitability. Investors can also gain exposure through Principal U.S. Small-Cap ETF (NASDAQ:PSC) and WisdomTree U.S. SmallCap Fund (NYSE:EES).
October 11, 2024 | 5:08 pm
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Needham analyst Kyle Peterson initiated coverage on Axos Financial with a Buy rating and a price target of $82.00, citing its digital-first strategy and strong profitability. The company's approach avoids traditional branch networks, enhancing efficiency and expanding its market.
The analyst's Buy rating and price target of $82.00 suggest a positive outlook for Axos Financial. The emphasis on a digital-first strategy and strong profitability are key factors likely to drive the stock price up in the short term.
CONFIDENCE 95
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 100
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Investors can gain exposure to Axos Financial through the WisdomTree U.S. SmallCap Fund, which includes AX in its holdings.
The inclusion of Axos Financial in the WisdomTree U.S. SmallCap Fund could positively impact the ETF's performance if AX's stock price rises.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 50
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Investors can gain exposure to Axos Financial through the Principal U.S. Small-Cap ETF, which includes AX in its holdings.
The inclusion of Axos Financial in the Principal U.S. Small-Cap ETF could positively impact the ETF's performance if AX's stock price rises.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 50