JMP maintains Unity Software stock at Market Perform

Published 03/02/2025, 11:16
JMP maintains Unity Software stock at Market Perform

On Monday, JMP Securities maintained its Market Perform rating on Unity Software (NYSE:U), reflecting a cautious yet stable outlook for the company. Analysts at JMP Securities have not modified their price target for Unity Software, indicating a neutral stance toward the stock’s future performance. According to InvestingPro data, Unity’s stock has shown significant volatility, with a 45% surge over the past six months despite a 32% decline year-over-year. The company’s current market capitalization stands at approximately $8.9 billion.

Unity Software’s fourth quarter of 2024 and first quarter of 2025 guidance are not expected to show a significant shift in its Grow business, according to JMP Securities. However, the analysts noted that the macroeconomic environment appears to be stabilizing. With Matthew Bromberg having taken the helm as CEO since May, JMP anticipates commentary suggesting enhanced execution within the company. InvestingPro analysis reveals that while Unity isn’t currently profitable, analysts predict profitability this year, with six analysts recently revising earnings estimates upward.

The analysts expressed a moderately positive view on Unity Software shares, citing that expectations for 2025 appear reasonable and that operational improvements are likely. Despite this, they have opted to maintain the Market Perform rating. The firm acknowledged a desire to be more bullish on Unity Software ahead of anticipated product changes. Nevertheless, they expressed reservations about whether Unity Software could currently compete with AppLovin (NASDAQ:APP), a company with a larger scale, in terms of structural advantages.

Unity Software, known for its real-time 3D development platform, continues to navigate the competitive landscape of the gaming and interactive media industry. The company’s leadership and strategic decisions in the coming months are expected to be critical in determining its trajectory and market position.

In other recent news, shares of GameStop Corp (NYSE:GME). and AMC Entertainment (NYSE:AMC) Holdings Inc. experienced a significant surge, attributed to a tweet by online figure Roaring Kitty. This sudden movement in the stocks is reminiscent of the meme-stock frenzy of January 2021. The tweet also led to a flurry of options trading activity in companies like Unity Software Inc . and Clear Secure Inc.

Meanwhile, Unity Software continues to show promise with Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) reiterating its Overweight rating and $24.00 price target for the company. The firm remains optimistic about Unity’s growth prospects, particularly in its advertising and Create segments. Unity Software’s Q3 results surpassed projections, leading to an upward revision of its full-year guidance.

Furthermore, Unity Software sees opportunities for further operational expense efficiency and operating leverage as it scales its revenue on a lower cost base. The company’s full-year revenue guidance has been increased to between $1.73 billion and $1.78 billion, with adjusted EBITDA guidance also rising to $363 million to $368 million. These developments underline Unity’s confidence in its growth trajectory.

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