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Investing.com - DA Davidson has reiterated a Buy rating with a $10.75 price target on eXp World Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:EXPI), representing a 13% upside from the current price of $9.49, following the company’s appointment of Jesse Hill as Chief Financial Officer. According to InvestingPro data, EXPI appears slightly undervalued, with analysts expecting net income growth this year.
Hill, who has served as EXPI’s Interim CFO and principal financial officer since April 2025, was officially named to the permanent position effective immediately. He joined the company in 2019 and has held various strategic finance leadership roles during his tenure at the $1.48 billion market cap real estate technology firm, which generated $4.58 billion in revenue over the last twelve months.
DA Davidson described the appointment as a "solid move," noting that Hill made a positive impression during his first public earnings call in May 2025, as well as during subsequent interactions with the firm’s analysts.
The research firm highlighted Hill’s strong understanding of EXPI’s business and the broader housing industry, also commending his clear and confident communication style during his interim role.
DA Davidson indicated the permanent appointment was expected following what it considered a successful trial period, with the firm viewing the leadership decision as a positive development for the company.
In other recent news, eXp World Holdings Inc. reported its Q1 2025 earnings, revealing a revenue of $954.9 million, which fell short of the anticipated $997 million. Despite the revenue miss, the company noted a 4% increase in real estate sales volume and a 6% improvement in its cash position year-over-year. Internationally, eXp World experienced a 103% surge in realty revenues, contributing to an improvement in its consolidated gross margins, according to DA Davidson’s analysis. The firm also upgraded eXp World’s stock rating to Buy, citing positive trends in the company’s U.S. agent count and international revenue growth.
Additionally, eXp World Holdings received preliminary court approval for a settlement related to a class action lawsuit, pending final court approval. This legal development is being closely monitored by investors as it could impact the company’s operations and financials. The company is also expanding its global presence with new launches in Peru and Turkey, and plans to enter Japan and Ecuador. These strategic moves are part of eXp World’s efforts to enhance its operational efficiency and broaden its international reach.
DA Davidson highlighted the industry’s shift towards cloud and virtual brokerages, suggesting that eXp World’s focus on recruiting high-volume teams could counteract previous investor concerns. The company’s commitment to leveraging AI for future productivity gains was emphasized by CEO Glenn Sanford, who believes these initiatives will yield significant returns in the coming periods. Investors are keeping a close eye on these developments as eXp World continues to navigate a challenging real estate market.
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