Oracle Corporation: Market Performance and Analyst Ratings
Oracle Corporation (ORCL) shares closed at $144.18 on March 11, 2025, reflecting a -3.10% change, according to market data. Analysts at HSBC have adjusted their price target on Oracle to $246 from $227, maintaining a Buy rating, while Berenberg adjusted their price target to $150 from $157, also maintaining a Hold rating.
Earnings and Market Sentiment
Recent reports indicate mixed market sentiment. Oracle’s earnings lagged Wall Street expectations, despite the company’s positive outlook for its data-center operations. The technology sector saw a downturn, with some analysts suggesting the potential for a “major top” similar to the 2000 Dotcom peak, particularly in the context of the generative AI boom, while other analysts maintained a cautiously optimistic outlook.
Financial Overview
Oracle Corporation is a leading global business software publisher. Its revenue breakdown includes:
- Software license support and cloud services (74.4%)
- Customer services (10.3%)
- Sale of cloud and on-premise software licenses (9.5%)
- Sale of equipment (5.8%)
Geographically, the company’s net sales distribution is as follows:
- United States (54.9%)
- Americas (7.6%)
- Europe/Middle East/Africa (24.6%)
- Asia/Pacific (12.9%)
Analyst Consensus:
Based on the ratings from 36 analysts, provided by Zonebourse:
- Mean consensus: OUTPERFORM
- Average target price: $187.22 USD
- Spread / Average Target: +29.85%
Recent Developments
Recent news includes adjustments to Oracle’s price targets by various financial institutions, reflecting the company’s performance and market conditions, alongside wider sector trends in the technology market. Reports indicate strategic moves and partnerships, positioning Oracle within the evolving landscape of cloud computing and AI applications, including the upcoming GTC AI Conference on March 16.
Further information is available from the company’s income statements and financial estimates.
