Akamai Technologies, Inc. provides cloud services for delivering, optimizing, and securing content and business applications over the Internet in the United States and internationally. The company offers Web and mobile performance solutions, such as Ion, a situational performance solution; Dynamic Site Accelerator that helps in consistent Website performance; Image Manager that automatically optimizes online images; CloudTest to conduct load testing and other analysis of Websites in a pre-production environment; mPulse that provides real-time Website performance data to provide insight about end-user experiences on a Website; and Global Traffic Management, a fault-tolerant solution. It also provides cloud security solutions, including Web Application Protector to safeguard Web assets from Web application and distributed denial of service; Kona Site Defender, a cloud computing security solution; Bot Manager Premier to identify bots; Fast DNS, which translates human-readable domain names into numerical IP addresses; Prolexic Routed to protect Web- and IP-based applications; and Client Reputation for protection against DDoS and Web application attacks. In addition, the company offers enterprise security solutions, including Enterprise Application Access that enables remote access to applications; and Enterprise Threat Protector to enable enterprise security teams to identify, block, and mitigate targeted threats. Further, it provides network operator solutions, including Aura Licensed CDN, Aura Managed CDN, and Intelligent DNS solutions, as well as professional services and solutions; media delivery solutions, such as adaptive delivery, download delivery, infinite media acceleration, media services, and media analytics solutions; and NetStorage, a cloud storage solution. The company sells its solutions through direct sales and service organization; and channel partners. Akamai Technologies, Inc. was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Business services, not elsewhere classified
Sub-IndustryInternet Software & Services
SectorComputer and Technology
Phone617-444-3000
Debt
Price-To-Earnings
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$2.50 billion
Profitability
Miscellaneous
Employees7,650
OptionableOptionable
Akamai Technologies (NASDAQ:AKAM) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akamai Technologies' stock symbol?
Akamai Technologies trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "AKAM."
How will Akamai Technologies' stock buyback program work?
Akamai Technologies declared that its board has approved a share buyback program on Monday, October 29th 2018, which authorizes the company to repurchase $1,100,000,000.00 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This repurchase authorization authorizes the company to purchase up to 10.5% of its stock through open market purchases. Stock repurchase programs are usually an indication that the company's management believes its stock is undervalued.
How were Akamai Technologies' earnings last quarter?
Akamai Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:AKAM) issued its quarterly earnings data on Monday, October, 29th. The technology infrastructure company reported $0.94 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters' consensus estimate of $0.83 by $0.11. The technology infrastructure company had revenue of $669.63 million for the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $664.17 million. Akamai Technologies had a return on equity of 12.06% and a net margin of 8.39%. Akamai Technologies's revenue was up 7.2% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the prior year, the firm earned $0.62 earnings per share. View Akamai Technologies' Earnings History.
When is Akamai Technologies' next earnings date?
How can I listen to Akamai Technologies' earnings call?
Akamai Technologies will be holding an earnings conference call on Tuesday, February 12th at 4:30 PM Eastern. Interested parties can register for or listen to the call using this link or dial in at 8445789671.
What guidance has Akamai Technologies issued on next quarter's earnings?
Akamai Technologies issued an update on its fourth quarter earnings guidance on Monday, October, 29th. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of $0.97-1.03 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $0.90. The company issued revenue guidance of $692-709 million, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $703.35 million.Akamai Technologies also updated its FY18 guidance to $3.53-3.59 EPS.
What price target have analysts set for AKAM?
18 brokers have issued 12-month target prices for Akamai Technologies' stock. Their forecasts range from $57.00 to $105.00. On average, they anticipate Akamai Technologies' stock price to reach $79.1667 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 20.3% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for Akamai Technologies.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Akamai Technologies?
18 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Akamai Technologies in the last year. There are currently 6 hold ratings and 12 buy ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Buy." View Analyst Ratings for Akamai Technologies.
Has Akamai Technologies been receiving favorable news coverage?
News headlines about AKAM stock have been trending very positive this week, according to InfoTrie. The research group identifies negative and positive press coverage by analyzing more than six thousand blog and news sources in real time. The firm ranks coverage of publicly-traded companies on a scale of negative five to positive five, with scores closest to five being the most favorable. Akamai Technologies earned a coverage optimism score of 3.2 on InfoTrie's scale. They also gave media coverage about the technology infrastructure company a news buzz of 4.0 out of 10, indicating that recent press coverage is somewhat unlikely to have an impact on the company's share price in the immediate future.
Who are some of Akamai Technologies' key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Akamai Technologies include Fidelity National Information Servcs (FIS), NetEase (NTES), eBay (EBAY), Pinduoduo (PDD), Worldpay (WP), FleetCor Technologies (FLT), First Data (FDC), Global Payments (GPN), Ctrip.Com International (CTRP), Total System Services (TSS), Mercadolibre (MELI), Msci (MSCI), CoStar Group (CSGP), Broadridge Financial Solutions (BR) and Alliance Data Systems (ADS).
Who are Akamai Technologies' key executives?
Akamai Technologies' management team includes the folowing people:
- Dr. F. Thomson Leighton, Co-Founder, CEO & Director (Age 62)
- Mr. Rick M. McConnell, Pres & GM of Web Division (Age 53)
- Mr. James Benson, Exec. VP, CFO & Principal Accounting Officer (Age 52)
- Dr. Robert Blumofe, Exec. VP of Platform & GM of Enterprise Division (Age 54)
- Mr. William Wheaton, Exec. VP & Chief Strategy Officer (Age 57)
Who are Akamai Technologies' major shareholders?
Akamai Technologies' stock is owned by a variety of of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include LGT Capital Partners LTD. (0.35%), BTIM Corp. (0.12%), Endurance Wealth Management Inc. (0.10%), State of Alaska Department of Revenue (0.03%), Gulf International Bank UK Ltd (0.02%) and Addenda Capital Inc. (0.02%). Company insiders that own Akamai Technologies stock include Aaron Ahola, Adam Karon, F Thomson Leighton, Frederic V Salerno, James Gemmell, James M Benson, Melanie Haratunian, Naomi O Seligman, Paul Sagan, Rick M Mcconnell, Robert Blumofe, Steven Scopellite and William Wheaton. View Institutional Ownership Trends for Akamai Technologies.
Which institutional investors are selling Akamai Technologies stock?
AKAM stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Gulf International Bank UK Ltd, Gagnon Securities LLC, Endurance Wealth Management Inc., Louisiana State Employees Retirement System, Sterling Investment Advisors Ltd. and Appleton Partners Inc. MA. Company insiders that have sold Akamai Technologies company stock in the last year include Aaron Ahola, Adam Karon, James Gemmell, Naomi O Seligman, Paul Sagan, Rick M Mcconnell, Robert Blumofe and William Wheaton. View Insider Buying and Selling for Akamai Technologies.
Which institutional investors are buying Akamai Technologies stock?
AKAM stock was purchased by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including LGT Capital Partners LTD., Virtu Financial LLC, BTIM Corp., New England Research & Management Inc., Douglas Lane & Associates LLC, QUANTRES ASSET MANAGEMENT Ltd, Cerebellum GP LLC and Contravisory Investment Management Inc.. Company insiders that have bought Akamai Technologies stock in the last two years include F Thomson Leighton and Frederic V Salerno. View Insider Buying and Selling for Akamai Technologies.
How do I buy shares of Akamai Technologies?
Shares of AKAM can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Akamai Technologies' stock price today?
One share of AKAM stock can currently be purchased for approximately $65.79.
How big of a company is Akamai Technologies?
Akamai Technologies has a market capitalization of $10.71 billion and generates $2.50 billion in revenue each year. The technology infrastructure company earns $218.32 million in net income (profit) each year or $1.90 on an earnings per share basis. Akamai Technologies employs 7,650 workers across the globe.
What is Akamai Technologies' official website?
How can I contact Akamai Technologies?
Akamai Technologies' mailing address is 150 BROADWAY, CAMBRIDGE MA, 02142. The technology infrastructure company can be reached via phone at 617-444-3000 or via email at [email protected]
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