In the last three months, 4 analysts have published ratings on Trupanion (NASDAQ:TRUP), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
| Bullish | Somewhat Bullish | Indifferent | Somewhat Bearish | Bearish | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Ratings | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Last 30D | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1M Ago | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2M Ago | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3M Ago | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $33.75, a high estimate of $49.00, and a low estimate of $22.00. This current average has increased by 8.0% from the previous average price target of $31.25.
Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview
A clear picture of Trupanion's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
| Analyst | Analyst Firm | Action Taken | Rating | Current Price Target | Prior Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Barnidge | Piper Sandler | Raises | Neutral | $30.00 | $22.00 |
| Joshua Shanker | B of A Securities | Raises | Buy | $49.00 | $35.00 |
| Maria Ripps | Canaccord Genuity | Lowers | Buy | $34.00 | $40.00 |
| John Barnidge | Piper Sandler | Lowers | Neutral | $22.00 | $28.00 |
Key Insights:
- Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Trupanion. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.
- Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Trupanion compared to the broader market.
- Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Trupanion's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Trupanion's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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Get to Know Trupanion Better
Trupanion Inc is a specialty insurance products provider in the United States. Its core business is the sale of insurance products tailor-made for pets, especially cats and dogs. It operates in two business segments: The subscription business segment generates revenue primarily from subscription fees related to the Company's direct-to-consumer products and Other business segment is comprised of revenue from other product offerings that generally have a business-to-business relationship and a different margin profile than subscription business segment, including revenue from writing policies on behalf of third parties and revenue from other products and software solutions.
Trupanion's Financial Performance
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Trupanion displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 31 March, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 19.43%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Financials sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -2.24%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -2.26%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Trupanion's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of -0.87%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: Trupanion's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.42, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
Analyst Ratings: What Are They?
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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