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Cloudflare Inc(NET)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for NET
11/06/2026: NET (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Cloudflare is a cloud-based infrastructure provider focused on delivering security, performance, and reliability services through a massive global edge network. Its primary business strength lies in its integrated platform, which allows enterprises to consolidate networking and security tools into a single, scalable solution. A key investment story is the company's expansion into the high-growth Zero Trust and enterprise security markets, alongside its potential to power AI inference at the network edge. Investors should monitor competitive risks from established cloud hyperscalers and the company's path to sustained GAAP profitability. This stock is best suited for growth-oriented investors with a long-term horizon who are comfortable with high valuation multiples and price volatility.
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 | Strong fit | Cloudflare offers high revenue growth rates and expanding addressable markets. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock often exhibits high volatility and strong price trends, attractive to those following momentum. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | The company trades at a high valuation premium due to its growth profile rather than current earnings. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company pays no dividends and prioritizes reinvestment. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High valuation and growth-dependent outlook result in significant price volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock's high beta means it can experience large swings based on market sentiment. |
| Valuation risk | High | The company trades at high multiples, leaving little room for error if growth slows. |
| Competition risk (AI and cloud infrastructure) | Medium / high | Intense rivalry from hyperscalers could limit long-term pricing power. |
| Business quality | Medium | The company has a strong, sticky platform but is still working toward consistent GAAP profitability. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | There is no income component to the investment. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Success depends on continuously winning larger enterprise contracts and integrating new products effectively. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Highly Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent, large price swings that make its near-term movement less predictable.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 41.36% | Avg. Invested days 35 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/06/2026 |
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
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 96.32B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 340.03 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 340.03 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3.5M shares | Beta 1.37 | 52 Weeks Range 158.83 - 370.35 | Updated Date 11/08/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 158.83 - 370.35 | Updated Date 11/08/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.67 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription Services | Includes fees from security, performance, and Zero Trust subscriptions for businesses. | Most revenue comes from recurring subscription contracts, providing predictable income streams. |
| Geography | Global operations with significant revenue from North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. | The company has a global customer footprint, reducing reliance on any single geographic market. |
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 0.02 | Actual -0.09 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -8.75% | Operating Margin (TTM) -7.27% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -2% | Return on Equity (TTM) -17% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 136.99 | Enterprise Value 95.90B | Price to Sales(TTM) 35.24 |
Enterprise Value 95.90B | Price to Sales(TTM) 35.24 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 35.09 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3416.22 | Shares Outstanding 325.09M | Shares Floating 322.93M |
Shares Outstanding 325.09M | Shares Floating 322.93M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.61 | Percent Institutions 90.18 |
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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