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Akamai Technologies Inc(AKAM)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
*as per simulation (see disclosures)- ALL
- 1Y
- 1M
- 1W
- BUY Advisory
- SELL Advisory (Profit)
- SELL Advisory (Loss)
- Profit
- Loss
- PASS (Skip)
Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AKAM
11/12/2026: AKAM (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Akamai Technologies is a leading internet infrastructure company known for its massive distributed edge network. The firm is successfully pivoting from a traditional content delivery model toward higher-margin cybersecurity and distributed cloud computing services. Its primary growth opportunity lies in the scaling of its 'Connected Cloud' platform to compete in the edge-compute market. However, investors face risks from aggressive competition by major hyperscalers and potential slowing in legacy delivery business. The stock may suit growth-oriented investors looking for established tech platforms that balance consistent cash flow with long-term technological evolution, though it does not provide dividends.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Akamai offers steady, predictable growth but lacks the hyper-growth profile of some cloud-native software peers. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock often exhibits lower volatility and lacks the explosive trend-following characteristics momentum investors typically seek. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The company often trades at more reasonable valuation multiples compared to high-growth, unprofitable SaaS companies. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | Akamai does not pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Its established market position and consistent cash flows provide a level of stability rare in the tech sector. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | The stock is subject to market-wide tech sector swings but is generally less volatile than high-growth cloud stocks. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Extended valuation premiums may correct if growth in the new cloud compute business fails to materialize. |
| Competition risk (Cloud Infrastructure) | High | Direct competition from hyperscalers like AWS and Google Cloud remains a primary threat to Akamai's compute ambitions. |
| Business quality | Strong | Akamai has a deep economic moat due to the massive scale of its global edge network. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors should not expect income generation from this equity. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successfully transitioning from a CDN provider to a full-stack cloud computing provider is a complex technical and sales challenge. |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 12.50B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 33.73 | 1Y Target Price 130.39 |
Price to earnings Ratio 33.73 | 1Y Target Price 130.39 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 6.3M shares | Beta 0.66 | 52 Weeks Range 77.37 - 165.45 | Updated Date 11/12/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 77.37 - 165.45 | Updated Date 11/12/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.57 |
Sector & Industry Intelligence
Sector
Technology
Caution- Sentiment
- Near Bearish
- Momentum
- Rapid Breadth Deterioration
- BUY participation
- 30.1%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 37 / 123
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- -42
- Market state
- Weak Bullish / Near Bearish
BUY participation is falling rapidly, suggesting elevated market vulnerability.
Industry
Software - Infrastructure
- BUY participation
- 50.0%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 14 / 28
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- -8
Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -52.68% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/12/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Security | DDoS protection, web security, and zero-trust products. | This is the fastest-growing and highest-margin part of their business. |
| Delivery | Content delivery network (CDN) services for video and web traffic. | This is their established, stable business, though growth has slowed. |
| Compute | Cloud computing, storage, and edge-native application services. | This is a newer, high-potential growth area aimed at competing with traditional cloud providers. |
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 2026-11-05 | When After Market | Estimate 0.92 | Actual 0.94 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 8.84% | Operating Margin (TTM) 10.49% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.18% | Return on Equity (TTM) 7.85% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 33.73 | Forward PE 12.27 | Enterprise Value 18.43B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.85 |
Enterprise Value 18.43B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.85 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.1 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.53 | Shares Outstanding 144.23M | Shares Floating 140.96M |
Shares Outstanding 144.23M | Shares Floating 140.96M | ||
Percent Insiders 2.12 | Percent Institutions 118.91 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
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