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AudioCodes Ltd(AUDC)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
2-STAR RATING
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BUY for 24 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+8.65% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$11.31
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AUDC

10/23/2026: AUDC (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

AudioCodes Ltd is a specialized provider of voice networking and conversational AI solutions, historically known for its high-performance connectivity infrastructure. The company has successfully pivoted its focus toward high-margin software and recurring managed services, particularly within the Microsoft Teams ecosystem. While this transition to a SaaS-centric model is a key growth opportunity, the company faces competitive risks from much larger infrastructure giants and potential platform shifts. AudioCodes may suit value-oriented investors seeking profitable niche tech with an income component, provided they are comfortable with the inherent execution risks of a hardware-to-software business transition. Potential investors should monitor the growth of the firm's AI-based services against its legacy revenue declines.

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 investorMixed fitRevenue growth is steady but slow, requiring the AI and services pivot to accelerate significantly to appeal to pure growth investors.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum depends on the success of the VoiceAI portfolio; currently, the stock lacks the high-volatility, high-growth profile sought by pure momentum traders.
Value investorStrong fitThe company trades at reasonable valuation multiples relative to its earnings and possesses a solid, profitable business model.
Dividend investorMixed fitThe company offers a consistent dividend, making it attractive for income-focused investors looking for tech exposure with cash returns.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile profitable and established, the company's reliance on a few key partners and the ongoing tech transition introduces moderate risk.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumAs a small-cap tech stock, it is susceptible to swings in market sentiment regarding the broader communications sector.
Valuation riskMediumWhile currently reasonably priced, failure to meet high expectations for AI growth could lead to multiple compression.
Competition risk (Microsoft/Cisco dependence)HighHeavy dependence on Microsoft Teams and competition from giants like Cisco creates a concentrated vulnerability.
Business qualityMediumThe business has high-quality, high-margin software components but is still evolving away from legacy hardware revenue.
Dividend incomeLowDividends are a nice bonus but are not the primary driver of total returns for this type of technology stock.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccess depends on the company's ability to successfully transition to a recurring SaaS revenue model.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

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

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -0.76%
Avg. Invested days 36
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
AUDC receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
AUDC has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid cash generation (FCF margin 9.3%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-41.5%), moderate revenue growth (+1.4%), soft profitability (net margin 3.6%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
AUDC's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 30.9%). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is AUDC's strongest growth driver at +108.6% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (+1.4%, moderate) and earnings growth (-41.5%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 39.4% and approximately 58.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 30.48% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Value Base Ltd. 10.88%
Acadian Asset Management LLC 4.81%
Morgan Stanley - Brokerage Accounts 4.41%
Heartland Advisors Inc 3.80%
Arrowstreet Capital Limited Partnership 3.02%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
AUDC generates approximately $650 of gross profit, $57 of operating income, and $93 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins and solid cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 34.05%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
AUDC has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Small / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 273.17M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 43.5
1Y Target Price 12.5
Price to earnings Ratio 43.5
1Y Target Price 12.5
Volume (30-day avg) 118.4K shares
Beta 1.02
52 Weeks Range 6.62 - 11.60
Updated Date 10/24/2026
52 Weeks Range 6.62 - 11.60
Updated Date 10/24/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 3.54%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.26

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Connectivity & NetworkingSession Border Controllers (SBCs), media gateways, and routers.This is the 'plumbing' that keeps voice networks running; it provides the core infrastructure demand.
Live Platform & SaaSManaged services for UCaaS migrations (Microsoft Teams/Zoom).This provides recurring subscription income and is a key driver for long-term profit stability.
Voice AI & ProductivityConversational AI tools, meeting insights, and contact center automation.This is the high-growth frontier; success here is critical for modernizing the company's product portfolio.
GeographyNorth America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Israel operations.Revenue is well-diversified, with North America serving as the largest regional market.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 43.5
Forward PE 13.05
Enterprise Value 219.93M
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.1
Enterprise Value 219.93M
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.1
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.92
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.26
Shares Outstanding 24.15M
Shares Floating 14.07M
Shares Outstanding 24.15M
Shares Floating 14.07M
Percent Insiders 30.48
Percent Institutions 39.43

Financial Metrics

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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)

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🛡️ 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)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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