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Autodesk Inc (ADSK)
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07/17/2025: ADSK (3-star) is a SELL. SELL since 2 days. Profits (2.16%). Updated daily EoD!
Upturn Star Rating
Moderate Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.
Number of Analysts
32 Analysts rated it
Highly popular stock, broad analyst coverage, trusted insights, strong investor interest.
1 Year Target Price $337.8
1 Year Target Price $337.8
| 17 | Strong Buy |
| 6 | Buy |
| 9 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 7.11% | Avg. Invested days 48 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 61.93B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 62.12 | 1Y Target Price 337.8 |
Price to earnings Ratio 62.12 | 1Y Target Price 337.8 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 32 | Beta 1.45 | 52 Weeks Range 223.03 - 326.62 | Updated Date 07/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 223.03 - 326.62 | Updated Date 07/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 4.66 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 15.95% | Operating Margin (TTM) 21% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 8.84% | Return on Equity (TTM) 42.36% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 62.12 | Forward PE 30.12 | Enterprise Value 62325412833 | Price to Sales(TTM) 9.76 |
Enterprise Value 62325412833 | Price to Sales(TTM) 9.76 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 9.82 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 41.72 | Shares Outstanding 213944992 | Shares Floating 213409360 |
Shares Outstanding 213944992 | Shares Floating 213409360 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.24 | Percent Institutions 94.27 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Autodesk Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Autodesk Inc. was founded in 1982 by John Walker and 12 co-founders. Initially focused on automating design processes, it rose to prominence with AutoCAD, a flagship product that revolutionized computer-aided design (CAD). Over time, Autodesk expanded its product portfolio and transitioned to a subscription-based model, focusing on cloud-based solutions and industry-specific software.
Core Business Areas
- Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC): Provides software solutions for building design, engineering, and construction, including AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, and BIM 360.
- Manufacturing (MFG): Offers tools for product design, engineering, and manufacturing, including AutoCAD, Inventor, Fusion 360, and CAM software.
- Media & Entertainment (M&E): Delivers software for creating digital content, including Maya, 3ds Max, and MotionBuilder, primarily used in film, television, and game development.
Leadership and Structure
Andrew Anagnost is the CEO of Autodesk. The company is structured with distinct business units focused on AEC, MFG, and M&E, supported by functional departments like engineering, sales, marketing, and finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- AutoCAD: A leading CAD software for 2D and 3D design and drafting. Market share is significant within the CAD market, but specific figures fluctuate; it's estimated to be a leader but difficult to precisely quantify. Competitors include Dassault Systu00e8mes (SolidWorks), Siemens (NX), and Bricsys (BricsCAD).
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- Revenue (USD millions):
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- Revit: A BIM (Building Information Modeling) software for architects, engineers, and contractors. Market share is strong in the BIM segment. Competitors include Nemetschek (Allplan, Vectorworks) and Trimble (Tekla).
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- Maya: A 3D animation, modeling, simulation, and rendering software used in the media and entertainment industry. It holds a considerable market share in visual effects and animation, competing with Blender, Maxon (Cinema 4D), and Houdini.
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Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The CAD/CAM/CAE and digital content creation software industries are experiencing growth due to increasing demand for digital transformation, automation, and visualization across various sectors. Cloud-based solutions and subscription models are becoming increasingly prevalent.
Positioning
Autodesk is a major player with a broad portfolio and strong brand recognition. Its transition to subscription model has impacted financials and valuation. It is seen as a leader.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
Estimated at over $100 billion across its core segments. Autodesk's current revenue is a fraction of this TAM, indicating significant growth potential.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition
- Extensive product portfolio
- Large customer base
- Established ecosystem
- Subscription-based revenue model
Weaknesses
- High subscription costs (Price Barrier)
- Complex product integration
- Dependence on software piracy rates in some regions
- Customer migration and upgrade challenges
Opportunities
- Growth in cloud-based solutions
- Expansion into emerging markets
- Integration of AI and machine learning
- Partnerships with hardware manufacturers
- Increased demand for digital twins
Threats
- Competition from open-source software
- Economic downturns impacting construction and manufacturing
- Software piracy
- Rapid technological advancements
- Emergence of disruptive technologies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ADSK
- PTC
- SNPS
- CDNS
Competitive Landscape
Autodesk benefits from brand recognition and a wide-ranging portfolio, but faces challenges from specialized competitors who address specific niches.
Major Acquisitions
Spacemaker
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 240
- Strategic Rationale: To enhance Autodesk's BIM capabilities with AI-powered design and analysis tools.
ALIAS
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 182
- Strategic Rationale: To expand into new construction industry workflows.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth has been driven by the transition to subscription, expansion into new markets, and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst projections vary but generally anticipate continued growth in revenue and earnings driven by subscription renewals and new customer acquisition.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on cloud-based platforms, AI integration, and partnerships with other tech companies.
Summary
Autodesk has a strong market position, driven by its popular CAD software. The transition to a subscription-based model has generated consistent revenue. While facing competition from open-source alternatives, Autodesk's focus on innovation and strategic acquisitions positions it for continued growth. They need to focus on Customer migration and upgrade challenges
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Autodesk Investor Relations
- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
- Company Website
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market share data is estimated and may vary. Financial performance is subject to change. The AI-based rating is based on available data and is not a guarantee of future performance.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Autodesk Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters San Francisco, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1985-07-01 | President, CEO & Director Dr. Andrew Anagnost Ph.D. | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Software - Application | Full time employees 15300 | Website https://www.autodesk.com |
Full time employees 15300 | Website https://www.autodesk.com | ||
Autodesk, Inc. provides 3D design, engineering, and entertainment technology solutions worldwide. It offers AutoCAD Civil 3D, a surveying, design, analysis, and documentation solution; Autodesk Build, a toolset for managing, sharing, and accessing project documents for streamlined workflows between the office, trailer, and jobsite; Revit, a software built for building information modeling to help professionals design, build, and maintain energy-efficient buildings; Autodesk BIM Collaborate Pro, cloud-based design collaboration and design management software; BuildingConnected, a SaaS preconstruction solution; and Tandem, a cloud-based platform that transforms the built asset lifecycle. The company also provides AutoCAD software, a customizable and extensible CAD application for professional design, drafting, detailing, and visualization; AutoCAD LT, a drafting and detailing software; Fusion, a 3D CAD, computer-aided manufacturing, and computer-aided engineering tool; Inventor, a software solution that offers a set of tools for 3D mechanical design, simulation, analysis, tooling, visualization, and documentation; product design and manufacturing collection tools; and Vault, a data management software for managing data in one central location, accelerate design processes, and streamline internal/external collaboration. It offers Flow Production Tracking, a cloud-based production management software; Maya software, which provides 3D modeling, animation, effects, rendering, and compositing solutions for film and video artists, game developers, and design visualization professionals; Media and Entertainment Collection that offers end-to-end creative tools for entertainment creation; and 3ds Max software, which provides 3D modeling, animation, and rendering solutions. The company sells its products and services to customers directly, as well as through a network of resellers and distributors. Autodesk, Inc. was incorporated in 1982 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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