NetScout Systems (NTCT) News Today

NetScout Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:NTCT) shares increased today following bullish analyst coverage and updated earnings forecasts, though tempered by a slight full-year EPS cut and insider selling.

• Positive Sentiment: B. Riley initiated coverage on NTCT with a “Buy” rating and a $33.00 price target, highlighting expected upside. B. Riley Begins Coverage on NetScout Systems
• Positive Sentiment: B. Riley reaffirmed a “Strong-Buy” rating and issued above-consensus EPS forecasts for Q2–Q4 2026 and Q2–Q4 2027, underscoring confidence in NetScout’s growth trajectory.
• Neutral Sentiment: NETSCOUT released research on the evolving DDoS threat landscape—monitoring over 8 million attacks in H1 2025—which may drive demand for its cybersecurity solutions. New NETSCOUT DDoS Research
• Negative Sentiment: B. Riley trimmed its FY2027 EPS estimate to $1.77 from $1.82, signaling a modestly more cautious outlook for full-year profitability.
• Negative Sentiment: Director Michael Szabados sold 4,000 shares at an average price of $22.91—reducing his stake by over 9%—which could raise governance or confidence questions. Insider Selling Alert