NetScout Systems Inc (NTCT)

Currency in USD
38.94
+0.48(+1.25%)
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39.01+0.07(+0.18%)
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Day's Range
38.2039.10
52 wk Range
20.3940.92
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
38.46
Open
38.46
Day's Range
38.2-39.1
52 wk Range
20.39-40.92
Volume
501.41K
Average Volume (3m)
612.22K
1-Year Change
65.2801%
Book Value / Share
22.84
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Price Target
41.71
Upside
+7.11%
Members' Sentiments
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ProTips
2 analysts have revised their earnings upwards for the upcoming period

NetScout Systems Inc News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Buy
Moving Averages
Strong Buy

Analyst Ratings

2 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
3 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 41.71
(+7.11% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
RBC Capital
Hold38.00-2.41%29.00MaintainMay 08, 2026
RBC Capital
Hold31.00-20.39%26.00MaintainNov 07, 2025
B.Riley
Buy35.00-10.12%33.00MaintainNov 07, 2025
B.Riley
Buy33.00-15.25%-New CoverageAug 26, 2025

NetScout Systems Inc SWOT Analysis


Security Surge
NetScout's strategic pivot to cybersecurity solutions aligns with growing market demand, potentially driving future revenue growth and market differentiation.
Financial Resilience
Despite mixed results, NetScout's Q1 FY2025 outperformance and maintained full-year guidance suggest stability in a challenging tech landscape.
Efficiency Drive
Explore NetScout's Value Streamlining Program, aiming to generate $18-19 million in savings, potentially boosting profitability and operational efficiency.
Market Dynamics
Analysts set price targets between $22 and $24, reflecting cautious optimism amidst competitive pressures and evolving customer spending patterns.
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NetScout Systems Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q4/2026

  • NetScout Q4 FY2026 revenue beat estimates at $203.31M (+2.35%), but EPS of $0.52 missed forecast by 16.13%; stock surged 10.05% in pre-market.
  • Full-year revenue grew 4.5% with cybersecurity segment outpacing company average; gross margin improved to 79.7%, but operating margin fell to 21.6%.
  • Company generated near-record free cash flow of $285.4M for full year, supporting growth initiatives and shareholder returns per CFO Jean Bua.
  • CEO Anil Singhal emphasized strategic pivot toward high-growth cybersecurity segment as key driver for future performance and market positioning.
  • FY2027 guidance projects full-year EPS of $2.45 and revenue of $855.59M, though declining product sales and margin pressure present ongoing challenges.
Last Updated: 12/05/2026, 19:48
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Earnings

Latest Release
May 07, 2026
EPS / Forecast
0.52 / 0.62
Revenue / Forecast
203.31M / 198.65M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

NTCT Income Statement

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P/E Ratio
29.1x44.8x13.0x
PEG Ratio
0.230.090.01
Price/Book
1.7x3.9x2.4x
Price / LTM Sales
3.2x4.5x2.5x
Upside (Analyst Target)
−2.4%21.6%23.5%
Fair Value Upside
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NetScout Systems, Inc. provides carrier service assurance, cybersecurity, and Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) solutions to protect digital business services against disruptions. It offers nGeniusONE management software to predict, preempt, and resolve network and service delivery problems, as well as facilitate the optimization and capacity planning of their network infrastructures; and specialized platforms and analytic modules to analyze and troubleshoot traffic in radio access and Wi-Fi networks; and Omnis Insights, a solution that is designed to generate a high-fidelity and curated dataset that strengthens observability and cybersecurity operations. Its platform provides real-time generation and analysis of information-rich, high-volume network-derived data for use its applications and partner networks. In addition, it offers ISNG, a real-time information platform that provides insights to optimize network performance; packet flow systems that delivers targeted network traffic access to a range of monitoring and cybersecurity tools and systems, including the nGeniusONE application; vSTREAM, a virtualized form factor version; Infinistream, an advanced passive network probe; and markets test access points that enables full and non-disruptive access to network traffic. Further, the company provides cybersecurity solutions to protect networks against DDoS attacks under the Arbor solutions, including Arbor Sightline, Arbor Threat Mitigation System, Arbor Insight, Arbor Edge Defense, and Omnis Cyber Intelligence solutions. It serves enterprise customers in financial services, technology, manufacturing, healthcare, utilities, education, transportation, and retail; mobile, wireline, and cable operators, internet service providers, and cloud providers industries; and government and associated agencies through a direct sales force, and indirect reseller and distribution channels. The company was incorporated in 1984 and is headquartered in Westford, Massachusetts.

Employees
2063

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
43.35M60.02%1.69B
Other Institutional Investors
25.75M35.66%1.00B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
3.12M4.32%121.35M
Total
72.22M100.00%2.81B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.15.74%11,367,659442,657
The Vanguard Group, Inc.12.54%9,057,337352,693

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FAQ

What Is the NetScout (NTCT) Stock Price Today?

The NetScout stock price today is 38.94 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does NetScout Trade On?

NetScout is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for NetScout?

The stock symbol for NetScout is "NTCT."

What Is the NetScout (NTCT) Afterhours Price Today? (Afterhours variable test: 39.01) Current Date: May 19, 2026

After hours price: 39.01. After hours price change (units): 0.07. Price change percentage: 0.18%

What Is the NetScout Market Cap?

As of today, NetScout market cap is 2.78B USD.

What Is NetScout's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The NetScout EPS (TTM) is 1.30.

When Is the Next NetScout Earnings Date?

NetScout will release its next earnings report on Jul 23, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is NTCT a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has NetScout Stock Split?

NetScout has split 0 times.

How Many Employees Does NetScout Have?

NetScout has 2063 employees.

What is the current trading status of NetScout (NTCT)?

As of May 19, 2026, NetScout (NTCT) is trading at a price of 38.94 USD, with a previous close of 38.46 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 38.20 USD to 39.10 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 20.39 USD to 40.92 USD.

What Is NetScout (NTCT) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for NetScout is 41.71 USD, with a high estimate of 50 USD and a low estimate of 37.13 USD. 2 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 0 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +7.11% Upside potential.

What Is the NTCT Premarket Price?

NTCT's last pre-market stock price is 38.00 USD. The pre-market share volume is 240.00, and the stock has decreased by -0.46, or -1.20%.

What Is the NTCT After Hours Price?

NTCT's last after hours stock price is 39.01 USD, the stock has decreased by 0.07, or 0.18%.
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