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Martin Cobb, ASIP Electronic Arts Inc EA-Q TOP PICK Feb 05, 2025

Likes the portfolio, though a bit weak in mobile. Discretionary spend on some titles has been a bit lower. Over the long term, can grow 5-6%. 30% free cashflow margins, enough to buy back 5-6% of shares every year. In-game transactions are 99% gross margins. Yield is 0.6%.

(Analysts’ price target is $146.38)
$128.800

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Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly This top video game developer has seen recent quarter sales be up 22% with recent releases of key game updates like FIFA 23 (the largest launch in EA FIFA franchise history). The company is shifting more to a subscription revenue style that will add longevity. It has been using some cash reserves to buy back shares. We recommend placing a stop-loss at $100, looking to achieve $151 -- upside over 26%. Yield 0.6% (Analysts’ price target is $150.64)
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Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly We reiterate this top video game developer as a TOP PICK. With the 2022 World Cup starting, the release of FIFA 23 has been the largest launch in EA FIFA franchise history. The company is shifting more to a subscription revenue style that will add longevity. It has prudently been using some cash reserves to buy back shares. We recommend trailing up the stop-loss (from $100) to $114, looking to achieve $149 -- upside over 15%. Yield 0.5% (Analysts’ price target is $148.76)
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(A Top Pick Nov 08/22, Down 9.3%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly

Our PAST TOP PICK with EA has triggered its stop at $114.  To remain disciplined we recommend covering the position at this time.

PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Aug 05/22, Up 5%)

Video game demand down post Covid.
Has since sold shares.
Unsure on future of video game demand.
Waiting to see prospects for business.

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12-month price target of $167.50. Buy 1/3 here around $141, $134, and $125.

(Analysts’ price target is $160.04)
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The 5th-biggest loser on the S&P in January

Was down 16% last month when they pre-announced shockingly light numbers, given weakness in their biggest titles (i.e. soccer game).