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Brand Engagement Network Inc(BNAI)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BNAI
09/15/2026: BNAI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Brand Engagement Network Inc is a growth-stage software company specializing in conversational AI assistants for enterprise customers. Its primary strength lies in its specialized, brand-focused AI technology that seeks to improve customer interactions. The company's growth story hinges on its ability to capture market share in high-demand verticals like automotive and healthcare. Key risks include intense competition from established technology giants, high execution requirements, and the financial challenges typical of early-stage growth firms. The stock is best suited for growth-oriented investors with high risk tolerance who are looking for exposure to generative AI developments and should monitor contract announcements and commercial scaling progress.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company offers high-risk, high-reward exposure to the generative AI sector, suitable only for aggressive portfolios. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Momentum traders may find the stock attractive during phases of high AI-sector volatility and positive news cycles. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | The company's early-stage, non-profitable status does not align with traditional value investing principles. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | No dividend payments are expected as the company prioritizes capital for R&D and growth. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High volatility and operational uncertainty make this an unsuitable choice for risk-averse investors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock is subject to significant price swings typical of small-cap AI growth equities. |
| Valuation risk | High | Valuations in the AI sector are highly speculative and contingent on future earnings growth. |
| Competition risk (AI competition) | High | Competing against established giants with massive R&D budgets poses a constant threat to market share. |
| Business quality | Medium | The company's long-term business quality remains unproven in the public market. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors should expect zero income from dividends at this stage of the company's lifecycle. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Scaling technology and acquiring enterprise clients successfully is critical to survival. |
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Extreme Price Shocks
The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 46.04% | Avg. Invested days 28 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/15/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 56.95M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 20 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 20 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 119.6K shares | Beta 0.46 | 52 Weeks Range 1.18 - 86.28 | Updated Date 09/15/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 1.18 - 86.28 | Updated Date 09/15/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -2.31 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Conversational AI Platform | Enterprise license fees and integration services for BEN digital assistants. | The company makes money by selling AI software that helps businesses talk to customers. |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 61.88M | Price to Sales(TTM) 108.58 |
Enterprise Value 61.88M | Price to Sales(TTM) 108.58 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 117.97 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -6.83 | Shares Outstanding 7.50M | Shares Floating 5.04M |
Shares Outstanding 7.50M | Shares Floating 5.04M | ||
Percent Insiders 15.79 | Percent Institutions 14.49 |
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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.
About Brand Engagement Network Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters Wilmington, DE, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2024-03-14 | Co-Founder, CEO & Director Mr. Tyler J. Luck | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Software - Infrastructure | Full time employees 29 | |
Full time employees 29 | |||
Brand Engagement Network, Inc. provides conversational AI solutions. The company's AI agents are built on proprietary natural language processing, multisensory awareness, sentiment, and environmental analysis, as well as real-time individuation and personalization capabilities. It serves the automotive, healthcare, financial services, and other industries through direct sales force and channel partners. The company was formerly known as Blockchain Exchange Network Inc. and changed its name to Brand Engagement Network, Inc. in April 2023. Brand Engagement Network, Inc. was founded in 2018 and is based in Wilmington, Delaware.
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