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Extreme Networks Inc(EXTR)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL
5-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$21.91
10/19/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for EXTR

10/19/2026: EXTR (5-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Extreme Networks is a provider of cloud-managed networking hardware and software, focusing on helping enterprises build scalable and secure campus and data center networks. The company has successfully transitioned from a hardware-centric vendor to one that emphasizes software-led subscription revenue via its ExtremeCloud IQ platform. While Extreme offers a nimble, customer-friendly alternative to large incumbents, it faces significant risks from stiff competition, pricing pressure from industry giants, and cyclical demand for networking hardware. The stock may suit growth-oriented investors looking for exposure to cloud-driven networking trends, though volatility and the absence of dividends are key considerations for prospective shareholders to monitor.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers growth potential through software expansion but faces intense competition.
Momentum investorWeak fitMomentum is often conditional on strong breakout performance, which the stock has historically provided only in cycles.
Value investorMixed fitValuation may appear attractive during market pullbacks, though the business carries competitive risks.
Dividend investorWeak fitExtreme Networks does not pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe stock exhibits high price volatility and sensitivity to technology sector cycles.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock can experience significant swings based on quarterly earnings and sector trends.
Valuation riskMedium / highMarket sentiment heavily influences its valuation multiples relative to growth expectations.
Competition risk (Cloud & Enterprise Networking)HighThe company competes with much larger, well-funded incumbents for enterprise contracts.
Business qualityMediumThe transition to a subscription-based model is ongoing but requires consistent execution.
Dividend incomeLow / noneNo dividends are paid, offering no income protection.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully integrating acquired technologies and growing software recurring revenue is critical.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

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

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 191.75%
Avg. Invested days 69
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
EXTR has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, strong earnings growth (+664.1%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 7.4%) are partially offset by soft profitability (net margin 3.3%), modest insider ownership of 3.11%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
EXTR's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (7.4% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is EXTR's strongest growth driver at +664.1% FY2026 versus FY2025 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, revenue growth (+12.6%, solid) is also solid, while free-cash-flow growth (-25.2%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 100.4% and approximately 95.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 3.11% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 15.77%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 9.72%
State Street Corp 4.64%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.30%
T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. 4.03%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
EXTR generates approximately $615 of gross profit, $49 of operating income, and $74 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Moderate margins and solid cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is strong.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 18.17%

Quantitative Style Profile

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

Style Classification

Quality Focused

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

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.87B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 70.1
1Y Target Price 33.5
Price to earnings Ratio 70.1
1Y Target Price 33.5
Volume (30-day avg) 1.4M shares
Beta 1.76
52 Weeks Range 13.47 - 33.73
Updated Date 10/18/2026
52 Weeks Range 13.47 - 33.73
Updated Date 10/18/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.31

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Product RevenueSwitches, access points, and hardware-related support.Hardware sales drive upfront revenue but are prone to cyclicality.
Service & SubscriptionExtremeCloud IQ, maintenance contracts, and professional services.This is the higher-margin, recurring revenue portion the company is focusing on to improve stability.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Valuation

Trailing PE 70.1
Forward PE 16.21
Enterprise Value 2.89B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.24
Enterprise Value 2.89B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.24
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.25
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 34.27
Shares Outstanding 132.17M
Shares Floating 126.32M
Shares Outstanding 132.17M
Shares Floating 126.32M
Percent Insiders 3.11
Percent Institutions 100.37

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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