Akamai Technologies (AKAM) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
AKAM - Akamai Technologies Inc
$91.13
0.86 (0.95%)
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5d:
-1.29%
30d:
-23.06%
90d:
-21.01%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 22, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: AKAM trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -4.1% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: AKAM trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -4.1% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
AKAM is flagged by 1 backtest-validated scanner today
SPY Bullish (stocks from this scanner have beaten SPY by a median 0.37% over the next 20 trading days; AKAM has been on it 1 day). Backtested on 8 months of scanner history vs the S&P 500, as of 2026-10-22.
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Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$123.11
Based on 3.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$76.44
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 15.1x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: AKAM is currently trading at $91.13, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $94.76 to $112.55. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 13.3) compared to its historical average (15.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.1% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, AKAM is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $86.06, while resistance sits at $109.65.
Market Sentiment: AKAM scores 75/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $157.15 (+72.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, AKAM is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $86.06, while resistance sits at $109.65.
Market Sentiment: AKAM scores 75/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $157.15 (+72.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$94.76 -
$112.55
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
90.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 72.4% below Wall St target ($157.15)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 75/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$94.76 -
$112.55
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$86.06
Resistance Level
$109.65
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Oct 22, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.31
Wall Street Target
$157.15
(+72.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
5.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-26.8%
Profit Margin
9.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
13.3 vs 15.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$87.39
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$83.81
(-8%)
3-Year Target
$80.37
(-12%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13→15)
$91.20
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 3.1%)
$149.22
(+64%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.3, Growth: 3.1%)
$99.99
(+10%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.3, Growth: 3.1%)
$84.99
(-7%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (33x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 32.71 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.76
Bull Case
$198.59
(+118%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 36.0
Base Case
$180.54
(+98%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 32.7
Bear Case
$61.38
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 27.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 13.3 to 15.1
Stabilization Target:
$103.40
(+13.5%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+13.5%
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Last updated: October 23, 2026 12:46 AM ET
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