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This summary was created by AI, based on 18 opinions in the last 12 months.
BlackBerry Ltd. (BB-T) has been undergoing a significant transformation from its traditional roots as a phone maker to a software-centric company focusing on cybersecurity and automotive technology. Despite some promising advancements and recent positive financial results, the overall sentiment from experts remains cautious. Analysts express mixed views regarding the stock's valuation, with concerns about it being overvalued given its high forward PE ratio. While there are signs of growth in its QNX operating system and positive developments in car security software, the stock's volatility and potential for further upside continue to complicate the outlook. Many experts suggest monitoring the company closely, as it appears to be operating within a competitive yet rapidly evolving space, with some recommending profit-taking and a wait-and-see approach for sustainable growth.
(A Top Pick Dec 10/19, Up 22%) John Chen should get CEO of the year award. They've generated cash flow all along. BB gets no respect from investors. Recently, they got a boost with the Amazon self-driving car deal. The balance sheet is good with net cash. He likes it and has added to it. This is a great long-term play in cybersecurity.
It is in two businesses – data security for companies and in the auto sector for the connected car. They complete with data security against MSFT-Q with products offered almost for free and the other is PANW-N who announces business they took away from competitors. If they can grow the auto business, that has upside. It is going to take time because it is in the early stages. It is a hold if you are patient.
It's had a run since announcing services to Amazon. We have seen a sharp spike up lately. The news has made investors pile into the stock. It might be ahead of itself right now. You could see some volatility on the way up.
They just struck a deal with the US Air Force. BB is highly undervalued and the most unloved Canadian tech company, purely specializing in security. They have several recurring revenue streams, including enterprise security, their core business, and car security that serves 175 million autos. They don't get investor love because they missed guidance a few times and a few shareholder have filed complaints about the board. He expects changes to the board. This explains the current stock hit. A great acquisition candidiate for a big tech company like MSFT. (Analysts’ price target is $5.49)
Handset's interesting, but how many people are going to go back to that? iPhone and Google are more competitive. So many other tech companies out there that are better. Just move on. There are better spots for your money.
There were some fundamental winds that were positive in the past couple months. Notably, the Amazon deal, Facebook settlement and patent sales. Balance sheet is also pretty strong. However, it has totally gotten sucked into the Reddit speculation. It remains a speculative story still.