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ChargePoint stock target cut, sector perform rating on cautious outlook

Published 05/12/2024, 14:40
ChargePoint stock target cut, sector perform rating on cautious outlook
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On Thursday, RBC Capital adjusted its outlook for shares of ChargePoint (NYSE:CHPT) Holdings Inc. (NYSE:CHPT), reducing the price target to $2.00 from the previous $2.50. Despite this change, the analyst maintained a Sector Perform rating for the stock.

According to InvestingPro data, the company's stock currently trades at $1.22, with a market capitalization of $526.53 million. Analysis suggests the stock is currently undervalued based on InvestingPro's Fair Value model. ChargePoint reported strong quarterly results, with revenue surpassing guidance and adjusted EBITDA exceeding expectations.

The company has achieved incremental cost savings due to restructuring, which is anticipated to improve margins in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025. InvestingPro analysis reveals concerning metrics, including weak gross profit margins of 11.16% and significant revenue decline of 20.94% over the last twelve months. InvestingPro subscribers have access to 10+ additional key insights about CHPT's financial health.

The firm's expansion is expected to benefit from manufacturing in Asia starting in the middle of fiscal year 2026. Management's execution on controllable aspects of the business was commended, and the company remains optimistic about growth, confirming their expectation to reach positive adjusted EBITDA next year.

While the company maintains a healthy current ratio of 2.03, InvestingPro's comprehensive research report provides detailed analysis of CHPT's growth prospects and financial stability.

However, the analyst expressed a more cautious stance, emphasizing the need for revenue proof points before becoming more optimistic. This caution is reflected in the lowered price target, which is based on a reduced forecast for fiscal year 2026. ChargePoint's performance was acknowledged as solid, but the overall demand for the company's offerings has not shown significant growth.

The company's management is focused on executing its strategy and remains confident in the potential for growth. The analyst's report indicates that while there are positive indicators in terms of cost savings and management execution, the market demand needs to be more robust to warrant a more favorable rating.

This conservative perspective by RBC Capital highlights the importance of tangible revenue growth to substantiate future optimism for ChargePoint Holdings Inc.

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