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Alkami Technology Inc(ALKT)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$13.26
11/04/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ALKT

11/04/2026: ALKT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Alkami Technology Inc is a high-growth financial technology company that offers a cloud-native digital banking platform, primarily for US-based credit unions and regional banks. The company's main strength lies in its modular, extensible architecture, which enables financial institutions to deliver modern banking experiences while retaining their own brand. Its primary investment story centers on capturing market share as smaller institutions migrate from outdated, on-premise systems. However, the company faces significant competition from large, entrenched software incumbents and must navigate the risks of sustained operational expenses and a concentrated customer base. Alkami is generally better suited for growth-oriented investors, while those seeking immediate profitability or dividends may find the current profile less attractive.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitAlkami exhibits high revenue growth rates typical of expanding SaaS companies aiming for long-term market capture.
Momentum investorMixed fitThe stock's performance often fluctuates with sector-wide sentiment, making it conditional on positive price trends and sustained growth signals.
Value investorWeak fitAs a high-growth technology company currently prioritizing scale over profitability, it does not meet traditional value-based investment criteria.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay dividends and is unlikely to do so in the near future while it invests in growth.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh volatility associated with growth-stage software companies makes this a poor fit for low-risk portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighGrowth stocks in the fintech sector are subject to sharp price fluctuations based on interest rate changes and growth expectations.
Valuation riskMedium / highInvestors often pay a premium for high-growth software, which can lead to significant corrections if growth expectations are not met.
Competition risk (incumbent platform competition)HighCompeting against entrenched players like Fiserv and Jack Henry makes winning every new deal challenging.
Business qualityMediumThe company provides a critical service with high retention, though it has yet to prove consistent, long-term GAAP profitability.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThere is no dividend income stream for investors to rely on.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful growth depends on the continued ability to migrate financial institutions from legacy systems and expand the platform's utility.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -22.33%
Avg. Invested days 36
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
ALKT receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
ALKT has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid cash generation (FCF margin 9.3%) and solid revenue growth (+32.9%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-16.7%), weak profitability (net margin -10.7%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
ALKT's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 11.5%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is ALKT's strongest growth driver at +137.7% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, revenue growth (+32.9%, solid) is also solid, while earnings growth (-16.7%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 92.5% and approximately 57.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 17.67% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

General Atlantic Llc 18.12%
North Reef Capital Management LP 8.63%
Jana Partners Management LP 6.31%
BlackRock Inc 5.73%
UBS Group AG 4.08%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
ALKT generates approximately $578 of gross profit, $-121 of operating income, and $93 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Operating losses explain the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 19.18%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
ALKT has a liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Low VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.44B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 16.4
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 16.4
Volume (30-day avg) 2.4M shares
Beta 0.51
52 Weeks Range 12.10 - 24.46
Updated Date 11/04/2026
52 Weeks Range 12.10 - 24.46
Updated Date 11/04/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.35

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Subscription ServicesRecurring revenue from financial institutions accessing the Alkami digital banking platform.This is the primary, predictable revenue engine for the company.
Professional ServicesFees related to the implementation, training, and custom configuration of the platform for new clients.This serves as an entry point for new clients and supports the subscription business.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-28
When After Market
Estimate 0.04
Actual 0.04

Profitability

Profit Margin -7.24%
Operating Margin (TTM) -4.07%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -2.06%
Return on Equity (TTM) -10.44%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 1.70B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.82
Enterprise Value 1.70B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.82
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.32
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 266.75
Shares Outstanding 107.04M
Shares Floating 61.63M
Shares Outstanding 107.04M
Shares Floating 61.63M
Percent Insiders 17.67
Percent Institutions 92.54

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon 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)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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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