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APP·Applovin Corporation

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After Hours
High
$534.03
Open
$526.60
Market Cap
170.31B
52W High
$745.61
Low
$504.19
P. Close
$506.96
P/E
42.98
52W Low
$332.32
Fwd P/E
23.39
DailyIQ Est.
$705.89
Technical Score (1D)
64
BUY
News Sentiment
86
BULLISH
The latest Jefferies survey, released 13 hours ago, shows AppLovin capturing a larger share of e‑commerce advertising budgets as brands expand usage of its platform, indicating a shift in spend toward its AI‑driven ad tools. This increase in e‑commerce ad share suggests upward pressure on AppLovin’s revenue and valuation over the next 1–10 trading days as the company monetizes higher platform activity. The survey also highlights that the trend of expanding platform usage is gaining traction among advertisers, implying that AppLovin could see continued growth in its e‑commerce segment. BTIG’s reaffirmation of a Buy rating and a $640 price target, issued 15.2 hours ago, underscores analysts’ confidence in the company’s AI advertising position and recent product launches. The upcoming Q2 fiscal 2026 earnings on August 5, projected to deliver revenue of $1.815‑$1.945 billion and an 84‑85 % adjusted EBITDA margin, will be a key catalyst for confirming the revenue momentum implied by the survey. Investors should watch how the earnings report reflects the temporary rise in sales and marketing spend associated with the new self‑serve platform launch, as this could affect short‑term margin dynamics. The rising investor interest noted by Zacks, coupled with no new earnings guidance yet, suggests that market participants are keen to see how product developments translate into financial performance. In the next few days, keep an eye on any updates from AppLovin regarding the performance of its AI ad tools in the e‑commerce space, as well as any competitive moves that could influence its market share. Finally, monitor the company’s guidance on sales and marketing spend and any commentary on the sustainability of the e‑commerce ad share growth, as these factors will shape short‑term sentiment.
Earnings Summary
AppLovin Corporation operates a software platform that optimizes marketing and monetization for advertisers worldwide, primarily through its auction‑based advertising solution MAX and ancillary products such as Adjust and Wurl, positioning it within the communication services sector’s advertising agencies. In the most recent quarters, AppLovin posted EPS of $1.73 in Q4 2024, $3.24 in Q4 2025, and $3.56 in Q1 2026, each beating consensus estimates of $1.26, $3.22, and $3.43 respectively, while revenue rose from $1.37 billion to $1.66 billion and then to $1.84 billion, reflecting a steady acceleration in top‑line growth; the company missed revenue estimates only in Q4 2025, where $1.66 billion fell short of the $1.72 billion forecast. Over the past year, AppLovin’s YoY revenue growth has hovered around 20 % and EPS growth has surged by nearly 90 % from Q4 2024 to Q4 2025, with the firm consistently beating earnings estimates in three of the last four quarters, underscoring a robust earnings trajectory despite occasional revenue shortfalls. Recent news highlights Jim Cramer’s endorsement and a Raymond James “Strong Buy” upgrade that spotlight the firm’s pivot into e‑commerce advertising and AI‑driven ad tech, while the launch of a second gaming division signals a shift toward higher‑margin gaming assets; these developments suggest that short‑term volatility may persist but diversified growth initiatives could strengthen future earnings. Investors should watch how the new gaming unit’s performance feeds into guidance, monitor the uptake of the AI‑enhanced ad platform among publishers, and track e‑commerce revenue growth, as these factors will be key to assessing whether the company can sustain its accelerated revenue velocity and maintain its earnings beat pattern.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.82$1.77$2.73$3.69$4.65Q4'24Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$4.21 - -
Q1'26$3.43$3.56+3.6%
Q4'25$3.21$3.24+0.8%
Q4'24$1.26$1.73+37.5%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$1.3B$1.5B$1.7B$1.9B$2.0BQ4'24Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$2.0B - -
Q1'26$1.8B$1.8B+3.3%
Q4'25$1.7B$1.7B-3.7%
Q4'24 - $1.4B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

APP Stock Snapshot

APP is currently trading at $506.93, giving Applovin Corporation a market cap of 170.31B and a P/E ratio of 43.0. Today's range spans $504.19–$534.03, with shares opening at $526.60 and moving down $0.03 (0.0%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 64/100 (HOLD) with a news sentiment reading of 86/100.

Over the past year APP has traded between $332.32 and $745.61 - the current price is +52.5% off the 52-week low and -32.0% from the high. 38 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $654.60 (range $406.00–$860.00), implying upside of +29.1%.

Sector rotation context matters for APP's HOLD phase (64/100, HOLD): in Communication Services, large-cap names (170.31B market cap) with neutral technicals and bullish sentiment (86/100) are often in a staging area ahead of a rotation trade. The current P/E ratio stands at 43.0. Price: $506.93 (in the middle of its 52-week range in $332.32–$745.61). When sector flows resume, names that consolidated cleanly rather than correcting sharply tend to lead the next leg - and APP's current setup fits that pattern.

Portfolio construction in Communication Services often uses large-cap names like APP as tactical swing positions during neutral phases: cheap enough to overweight, liquid enough to exit quickly, and large enough to provide meaningful sector beta. The current 64/100 (HOLD) at $506.93 (in the middle of its 52-week range) and bullish sentiment (86/100) frame the position as a catalyst play within the $332.32–$745.61 annual range rather than a directional bet.