Unity stock holds Market Outperform rating, $30 target at JMP

Published 07/04/2025, 10:32
Unity stock holds Market Outperform rating, $30 target at JMP

On Monday, Unity Software Inc . (NYSE:U) maintained its Market Outperform rating with a steady price target of $30.00, as confirmed by JMP analysts. Currently trading at $16.92, the stock has seen significant volatility, dropping over 13% in the past week. According to InvestingPro analysis, Unity appears undervalued based on its Fair Value assessment. The endorsement comes amid considerations of the gaming industry’s financial trajectory and recent economic events.

JMP’s Andrew Boone, in his analysis, noted that even though his interview occurred before the announcement of new tariffs, the potential growth of the gaming industry could lead to an upward revision of Unity’s financial projections for 2025. With analyst targets ranging from $20.50 to $35.00, and a consensus recommendation leaning towards "Buy," Boone’s comments suggest that the current estimates for Unity Software (ETR:SOWGn) might be conservative if the gaming sector expands at a high-single-digit rate.

Unity Software has been under the spotlight as it operates within the dynamic gaming industry, which has seen consistent growth and is sensitive to economic policies such as tariffs. With a robust current ratio of 2.5 and strong gross profit margins of 74%, the company maintains solid financial fundamentals. InvestingPro subscribers can access 10+ additional exclusive insights about Unity’s financial health and market position. The company’s technology is widely used for game development, making its performance closely tied to the health of the gaming market.

The analyst’s reiteration of the price target indicates confidence in Unity Software’s prospects, despite the external economic factors that could impact the industry. The $30.00 price target reflects a valuation that considers the potential for the gaming industry to continue its growth trajectory.

Investors and market watchers will be keeping an eye on Unity Software as it navigates the evolving gaming landscape and responds to economic changes. While currently not profitable, analysts forecast the company to turn profitable this year, with projected earnings per share of $0.71 for FY2025. The company’s ability to meet or exceed the growth expectations set forth by analysts like those at JMP will be crucial in determining its financial success in the coming years.

In other recent news, Unity Software Inc. announced the resignation of two board members, Michelle K. Lee and David Kostman, effective June 9, 2025. The company clarified that these resignations were not due to any disagreements with management. Unity also revealed plans to release the Unity 6.1 update in April 2025, promising improved performance and new AI-powered workflows for developers. Additionally, Unity has approved performance-based stock awards for its executive officers to align with financial targets, focusing on revenue and adjusted EBITDA minus stock-based compensation expense.

Unity Software also announced a $500 million convertible notes offering, with an option for an additional $75 million, aimed at qualified institutional buyers. The proceeds are intended to repurchase existing notes due in 2026 and for general corporate purposes, including potential acquisitions. The offering has raised concerns among investors regarding potential share dilution and increased debt levels. The company plans to use capped call transactions to minimize dilution from the new notes’ conversion. These recent developments reflect Unity’s strategic moves to enhance its financial structure and market position.

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