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Stock market today: Asian shares mixed as Japan business confidence rises and US shutdown is averted
BREAKING: Tiny biotech successfully treats blindness (Ad)
Federal student loan payments are starting again. Here's what you need to know
Bank of Japan survey shows manufacturers optimistic about economy
BREAKING: Tiny biotech successfully treats blindness (Ad)
Facing increasing pressure from customers, some miners are switching to renewable energy
Grant program for Black women entrepreneurs blocked by federal appeals court
BREAKING: Tiny biotech successfully treats blindness (Ad)
The death toll in a collapsed gold mine in Zimbabwe expected to rise to 13, vice president says
The UAE holds an annual oil and gas conference just ahead of hosting UN COP28 climate talks in Dubai
S&P 500   4,288.05
DOW   33,507.50
QQQ   358.27
Stock market today: Asian shares mixed as Japan business confidence rises and US shutdown is averted
BREAKING: Tiny biotech successfully treats blindness (Ad)
Federal student loan payments are starting again. Here's what you need to know
Bank of Japan survey shows manufacturers optimistic about economy
BREAKING: Tiny biotech successfully treats blindness (Ad)
Facing increasing pressure from customers, some miners are switching to renewable energy
Grant program for Black women entrepreneurs blocked by federal appeals court
BREAKING: Tiny biotech successfully treats blindness (Ad)
The death toll in a collapsed gold mine in Zimbabwe expected to rise to 13, vice president says
The UAE holds an annual oil and gas conference just ahead of hosting UN COP28 climate talks in Dubai
S&P 500   4,288.05
DOW   33,507.50
QQQ   358.27
Stock market today: Asian shares mixed as Japan business confidence rises and US shutdown is averted
BREAKING: Tiny biotech successfully treats blindness (Ad)
Federal student loan payments are starting again. Here's what you need to know
Bank of Japan survey shows manufacturers optimistic about economy
BREAKING: Tiny biotech successfully treats blindness (Ad)
Facing increasing pressure from customers, some miners are switching to renewable energy
Grant program for Black women entrepreneurs blocked by federal appeals court
BREAKING: Tiny biotech successfully treats blindness (Ad)
The death toll in a collapsed gold mine in Zimbabwe expected to rise to 13, vice president says
The UAE holds an annual oil and gas conference just ahead of hosting UN COP28 climate talks in Dubai
NYSE:ORCL

Oracle (ORCL) Stock Forecast, Price & News

$105.92
-0.23 (-0.22%)
(As of 09/29/2023 08:53 PM ET)
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Today's Range
$105.38
$107.36
50-Day Range
$104.62
$126.71
52-Week Range
$60.81
$127.54
Volume
7.30 million shs
Average Volume
9.19 million shs
Market Capitalization
$290.16 billion
P/E Ratio
31.52
Dividend Yield
1.51%
Price Target
$124.04

Oracle MarketRank™ Forecast

Analyst Rating
Moderate Buy
2.54 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
17.1% Upside
$124.04 Price Target
Short Interest
Healthy
1.04% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Moderate
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
-0.93
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
0.58mentions of Oracle in the last 14 days
Based on 32 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
Selling Shares
$577,350 Sold Last Quarter
Proj. Earnings Growth
12.22%
From $4.50 to $5.05 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

MarketRank is calculated as an average of available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

2.97 out of 5 stars

Computer And Technology Sector

43rd out of 608 stocks

Prepackaged Software Industry

6th out of 206 stocks


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About Oracle (NYSE:ORCL) Stock

Oracle Corporation is a leading technology company developing software solutions for businesses worldwide. Founded in 1977 by Larry Ellison, Bob Miner, and Ed Oates, the company is headquartered in Austin, Texas and has a presence in over 175 countries. Oracle's primary focus is on providing cloud-based software as a service (SaaS), platform as a service (PaaS), and infrastructure as a service (IaaS) to its customers, helping them to streamline their operations and reduce costs.

The current management team at Oracle is led by Chief Executive Officer Safra Catz, who has been with the company since 1999 and served in several senior leadership positions before assuming her current role. Other key management team members include Chairman and Chief Technology Officer Larry Ellison, who co-founded the company, and Executive Vice President of Product Development, Steve Miranda. 

Oracle has reported slight growth in recent years, with its revenue around $40 billion in the last several years. Its net income has also been relatively stable over the past several years. The company's debt levels have remained relatively unchanged over the past few years. Oracle's current valuation metrics show that it trades at a price-to-earnings ratio and price-to-book ratio below the industry average. These valuation metrics suggest that the stock may be undervalued compared to its peers in the technology industry.

Regarding market performance, Oracle's stock has shown some volatility in recent years but has performed well. Its stock price has increased from around $44 in 2017 to $102 in 2022, although it has experienced some dips and spikes during that time. The company has also seen an increase in trading volume in recent years, indicating that it is attracting more investor interest.

Oracle operates in the highly competitive technology industry, competing with other software giants like Microsoft and Salesforce. The industry is constantly evolving, with new trends and innovations emerging regularly. One direction that has gained prominence in recent years is adopting cloud-based solutions, which have been a key focus for Oracle. The industry is also subject to regulatory and political pressures, which can impact the operations of companies operating in the space.

Oracle has identified several growth opportunities, including developing new products and services, expanding into new markets, and making strategic acquisitions. The company has recently announced plans to expand its cloud infrastructure footprint by adding new data centers in several countries. Additionally, Oracle has made several acquisitions in recent years, including its acquisition of NetSuite in 2016 and TikTok's US operations in 2020.

Like any company, Oracle faces risks and challenges that could impact its future growth and profitability. One significant risk is the changing preferences of consumers and businesses, which could affect the demand for its products and services. Additionally, increased regulatory scrutiny and competitive pressures could impact the company's operations.

ORCL Price History

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After months of testing, TikTok is fully launching its e-commerce product in the U.S., in an effort to translate the app’s cultural relevance among young consumers to sales
Buy the Dip in Oracle: 5 Reasons Why it's a Good Idea
Oracle shares are down a solid 10% following the Q1 release, but this is a buying opportunity, not a time to sell, and there are reasons why.
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AI apps and services will be the largest share of the market, and these companies have already staked their claims and proven their value.
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Dividend investors have no fear! There is ample exposure to AI among the Dividend Aristocrats - a group well known for dividend reliability.
MarketBeat Week in Review – 8/28 - 9/1 (ORCL)
The markets ended the week with mixed results as stocks enter what is historically the toughest month of the year and next week volume should pick up
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ORCL Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 7/26 Dividend
7/11/2023
Dividend Payable
7/26/2023
Last Earnings
9/11/2023
Today
10/02/2023
Ex-Dividend for 10/26 Dividend
10/11/2023
Dividend Payable
10/26/2023
Next Earnings (Estimated)
12/11/2023
Fiscal Year End
5/31/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Prepackaged software
Sub-Industry
Systems Software
CUSIP
68389X10
Employees
164,000
Year Founded
1977

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Forecast
$124.04
High Stock Price Forecast
$150.00
Low Stock Price Forecast
$93.00
Forecasted Upside/Downside
+17.1%
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
2.54
Research Coverage
26 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$8.50 billion
Pretax Margin
19.32%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$49.95 billion
Cash Flow
$6.38 per share
Book Value
$1.04 per share

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares
2,739,380,000
Free Float
1,542,269,000
Market Cap
$290.16 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
1.00

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Key Executives

  • Mr. Lawrence J. EllisonMr. Lawrence J. Ellison (Age 79)
    Co-Founder, Chairman & CTO
    Comp: $9.38M
  • Ms. Safra Ada Catz (Age 61)
    CEO & Director
    Comp: $8.92M
  • Mr. Edward ScrevenMr. Edward Screven (Age 58)
    Exec. VP & Chief Corp. Architect
    Comp: $4.79M
  • Ms. Dorian E. DaleyMs. Dorian E. Daley (Age 64)
    Exec. VP
    Comp: $1.9M
  • Ms. Ivgen Guner
    Exec. VP of Global Bus. Fin.
  • Mr. Douglas A. Kehring (Age 50)
    Exec. VP of Corp. Operations
  • Ms. Maria SmithMs. Maria Smith (Age 56)
    Exec. VP & Chief Accounting Officer
  • Ms. Jae Evans
    Global Chief Information Officer & Exec. VP
  • Mr. Ken Bond
    Sr. VP of Investor Relations
  • Mr. Stuart A. Levey (Age 59)
    Exec. VP & Chief Legal Officer













ORCL Stock - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Oracle stock right now?

26 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Oracle in the last year. There are currently 12 hold ratings and 14 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" ORCL shares.
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What is Oracle's stock price forecast for 2023?

26 Wall Street analysts have issued twelve-month target prices for Oracle's stock. Their ORCL share price forecasts range from $93.00 to $150.00. On average, they predict the company's stock price to reach $124.04 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 17.1% from the stock's current price.
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How have ORCL shares performed in 2023?

Oracle's stock was trading at $81.74 at the beginning of 2023. Since then, ORCL stock has increased by 29.6% and is now trading at $105.92.
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When is Oracle's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Monday, December 11th 2023.
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How were Oracle's earnings last quarter?

Oracle Co. (NYSE:ORCL) issued its quarterly earnings results on Monday, September, 11th. The enterprise software provider reported $1.19 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts' consensus estimates of $1.15 by $0.04. The enterprise software provider had revenue of $12.45 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $12.48 billion. Oracle had a net margin of 18.40% and a negative trailing twelve-month return on equity of 3,631.39%. The business's revenue for the quarter was up 8.8% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business posted $0.81 EPS.
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How often does Oracle pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Oracle?

Oracle declared a quarterly dividend on Monday, September 11th. Investors of record on Thursday, October 12th will be given a dividend of $0.40 per share on Thursday, October 26th. This represents a $1.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.51%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Wednesday, October 11th.
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Is Oracle a good dividend stock?

Oracle (NYSE:ORCL) pays an annual dividend of $1.60 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 1.51%. The company does not yet have a strong track record of dividend growth. The dividend payout ratio is 47.62%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, ORCL will have a dividend payout ratio of 31.68% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
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How will Oracle's stock buyback program work?

Oracle announced that its board has initiated a share buyback plan on Thursday, December 9th 2021, which allows the company to repurchase $10,000,000,000.00 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This repurchase authorization allows the company to purchase up to 3.6% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares repurchase plans are typically a sign that the company's board believes its shares are undervalued.

What guidance has Oracle issued on next quarter's earnings?

Oracle issued an update on its second quarter 2024 earnings guidance on Tuesday, September, 12th. The company provided EPS guidance of $1.30-$1.34 for the period, compared to the consensus EPS estimate of $1.25. The company issued revenue guidance of $12.89 billion-$13.13 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $13.29 billion.

What is Safra A. Catz's approval rating as Oracle's CEO?

1,888 employees have rated Oracle Chief Executive Officer Safra A. Catz on Glassdoor.com. Safra A. Catz has an approval rating of 78% among the company's employees.

What other stocks do shareholders of Oracle own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Oracle investors own include Intel (INTC), Cisco Systems (CSCO), NVIDIA (NVDA), Walt Disney (DIS), AT&T (T), Bank of America (BAC), Micron Technology (MU), Alibaba Group (BABA), QUALCOMM (QCOM) and Netflix (NFLX).

What is Oracle's stock symbol?

Oracle trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "ORCL."

How do I buy shares of Oracle?

Shares of ORCL stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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What is Oracle's stock price today?

One share of ORCL stock can currently be purchased for approximately $105.92.

How much money does Oracle make?

Oracle (NYSE:ORCL) has a market capitalization of $290.16 billion and generates $49.95 billion in revenue each year. The enterprise software provider earns $8.50 billion in net income (profit) each year or $3.36 on an earnings per share basis.

How many employees does Oracle have?

The company employs 164,000 workers across the globe.

Does Oracle have any subsidiaries?
The following companies are subsidiares of Oracle: 360Commerce, ATG (Art Technology Group), Acme Packet, Aconex, Active Reasoning, AddThis, Adi Insights, AdminServer, Advanced Visual Technology, Agile Software, AmberPoint, Apiary, Appforge, BEA Systems, Bharosa, BigMachines, Bitzer Mobile, BlueKai, Bridgestream, Captovation, Carleton Corporation, Cerner, ClearApp, ClearTrial, CloudMonkey, Collaxa, Collective Intellect, Compendium, Conformia Software, Context Media, Convergin, Corente, Crosswise, CrowdTwist, DataFox, DataRaker, DataScaler, DataScience.com, Datalogix, Datanomic, Delphi Asset Management Corporation, Demantra, Digital Equipment Corporation - Rdb Division, Dyn, E-Travel, Eloqua, Empirix - e-TEST Suite Products, Endeca, FarApp, Fatwire, Federos, Filefish, Front Porch Digital, G-Log, Geodan EDT, Global Knowledge Software, GloriaFood, GoAhead Software, GoldenGate Software, Grapeshot, GreenBytes, Haley Limited, Hotsip, HyperRoll, Hyperion Solutions, IRI Software, InQuira, Indicast Corporation, Innobase, Instantis, Interlace Systems, Involver, Iridize, Istante Software, Ksplice, LODESTAR Corporation, LiveData Utilities, LiveLOOK, LiveLoop, LogFire, LogicalApps, MICROS Systems, Market2Lead, Maxymiser, MetaSolv, Moat, Moniforce, Net4Call, NetForce, NetSuite, Netsure Telecom, Nimbula, Nirvanix, Nor1, OCAPAC Holding Company UC, OCAPAC Research Partner UC, Oblix, Octetstring, Opower, Oracle America Inc., Oracle Canada ULC, Oracle Corporation Japan, Oracle Corporation UK Limited, Oracle Deutschland B.V. & Co. KG, Oracle EMEA & CAPAC Holdings Limited, Oracle EMEA Holdings Limited, Oracle EMEA Limited, Oracle Global Holdings Inc., Oracle Global Partners, Oracle International Corporation, Oracle International Group Limited, Oracle International Holdings Limited, Oracle Japan Holding Inc., Oracle Software GmbH, Oracle Switzerland GmbH US Branch, Oracle Systems Corporation, Oxygen Systems, Palerra, Passlogix, PeopleSoft, Phase Forward, Pillar Data Systems, Portal Software, Primavera Systems, ProfitLogic, Ravello Systems, Relsys International, Responsys, Retek, RightNow Technologies, RuleBurst Holdings, SPL WorldGroup, Sauce Video, Secerno, SelectMinds, Siebel Systems, Sigma Dynamics, Silver Creek Systems, SiteWorks Solutions, Skire, Skywire Software, Sleepycat Software, Sophoi, SparklineData, StackEngine, Stellent, Steltor, StorageTek International Corporation, Sun Microsystems, Sunopsis, TOA Technologies, Tacit Software, Talari Networks, Taleo, Tangosol, Tekelec International, Telephony@Work, Temposoft, Textura, Thinking Machines Corporation, Thor Technologies, TimesTen, Tinoway, TopLink, Treasury Services Corporation, TripleHop Technologies, Verenia, Virtual Iron Software, Vitrue, Vocado, Wercker, Xsigo, Xsigo Systems, ZENEDGE, eServGlobal - Assets, goBalto, i-flex Solutions, and mValent.
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How can I contact Oracle?

Oracle's mailing address is 500 ORACLE PARKWAY, REDWOOD CITY CA, 94065. The official website for the company is www.oracle.com. The enterprise software provider can be reached via phone at (737) 867-1000, via email at investor_us@oracle.com, or via fax at 650-506-7200.

This page (NYSE:ORCL) was last updated on 10/2/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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