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Investing.com - RBC Capital maintained its sector perform rating and $3.75 price target on BlackBerry Limited (NYSE:BB) stock on Thursday, citing conservative guidance that sets a low bar for the company. According to InvestingPro data, BlackBerry currently trades at $4.29, with a market capitalization of $2.56 billion and shows signs of being slightly undervalued based on its Fair Value analysis.
The research firm believes BlackBerry may report first-quarter results slightly above RBC and consensus expectations, potentially leading to raised guidance for fiscal year 2026.
RBC noted that BlackBerry provided what it considers conservative FY26 guidance on what it termed "liberation day," creating modest expectations for the company’s performance.
The firm pointed out that since the guidance was issued, the business environment has remained "more stable than generally expected," suggesting potential upside to the company’s projections.
RBC maintained its neutral stance on the stock, explaining that it expects "BlackBerry’s valuation to remain discounted pending improved visibility to sustained growth."
In other recent news, BlackBerry Limited has announced the release of QNX Hypervisor 8.0, an update to its virtualization software aimed at enhancing embedded system development. This development is particularly timely as the automotive industry moves towards software-defined vehicles. Additionally, BlackBerry has initiated a share buyback program approved by the Toronto Stock Exchange, allowing the company to repurchase up to 27.8 million of its common shares. The buyback is part of BlackBerry’s strategy to manage its capital structure and counteract dilution from equity incentive plans.
Moreover, BlackBerry’s crisis communication system, BlackBerry AtHoc, has achieved FedRAMP High Authorization, underscoring its commitment to data security for federal agencies. This accreditation highlights the platform’s robust security measures, which are crucial in safeguarding sensitive information. On the financial front, RBC Capital Markets has adjusted its outlook on BlackBerry, reducing the price target to $3.75 while maintaining a Sector Perform rating. This revision reflects concerns about BlackBerry’s financial guidance for fiscal year 2026 and potential external impacts on revenue streams.
Despite surpassing fourth-quarter earnings estimates, BlackBerry’s guidance for fiscal year 2026 fell short of analyst expectations. RBC Capital noted that uncertainties, such as tariffs and political changes, could affect the company’s growth, particularly in its QNX and Secure Communications divisions. These recent developments highlight BlackBerry’s ongoing efforts to innovate and adapt in a rapidly changing market environment.
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