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DOCU·DocuSign Inc.

$68.27
-1.76 (-2.51%)
After Hours
High
$70.70
Open
$69.81
Market Cap
13.01B
52W High
$75.00
Low
$66.83
P. Close
$68.27
P/E
39.43
52W Low
$40.16
Fwd P/E
13.44
DailyIQ Est.
$70.34
Inst. Ownership
0.9%
Short Interest
7.19%
Days to Cover
3.5
Technical Score (1D)
91
BULLISH
News Sentiment
37
BEARISH
On Oct 6, Wall Street analysts issued a bearish consensus on DocuSign (DOCU) after noting only 5.5 % annual recurring revenue growth over the past year, which fell short of expectations. The analysts projected an 8.1 % growth for the next twelve months, suggesting limited demand for new contracts and renewals. They highlighted intense competition in the digital signature market as a key risk factor that could erode DocuSign’s market share. The consensus price target of $69.99 reflected a neutral implied return, indicating that the market had priced in the challenges ahead. These assessments could influence investor sentiment and trading activity for the stock.
LOW TARGET
$47 -31.3%
2 analysts
MEAN TARGET
$70 +2.6%
21 analysts
HIGH TARGET
$86 +26.1%
7 analysts
PRICE RANGE
$46.89 - $86.00
SB / B / H / S / SS
4/6/18/1/1
DAILYIQ EST.
$70.34 (+3.1%)
Bought (1Y)
0 shares
$0
Sold (1Y)
414,602 shares
$14.6M
Wilderotter Mary Agnes-
Sell1,000 shares2026-10-01
Thygesen Allan C.President and CEO
Sell5,177 shares2026-10-01
Thygesen Allan C.President and CEO
Sell13,598 shares2026-10-01
Thygesen Allan C.President and CEO
Sell7,475 shares2026-10-01
Shaughnessy James PChief Legal Officer
Sell400 shares2026-10-01
69/ 100
Bullish
Overall: Bullish
✓Revenue growing year over year
✓Positive net margin
✓Positive operating cash flow
Gross Margin
79.4%
Net Margin
9.6%
Revenue CAGR
26.7%
Current Ratio
0.73x
Return on Equity
16.1%

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.80$0.91$1.01$1.12$1.23Q2'25Q2'27Q3'27
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'27$1.18 - -
Q2'27$1.09$1.16+6.8%
Q2'25$0.85$0.92+8.6%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$785M$819M$854M$888M$922MQ2'25Q2'27Q3'27
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'27$907M - -
Q2'27$885M$876M-1.0%
Q2'25 - $801M -

Market Data

DOCU Stock Snapshot

BULLISH91/100
$68.19−$0.08 (0.1%)
Market cap
13.01B
P/E ratio
39.4
Day range
$66.83 – $70.70
News sentiment
37/100 · Bearish
Analyst target
$69.99 (+2.6%)
Consensus
Hold · 30 analysts
52-week range+69.8% off low · -9.1% from high
$40.16$75.00
Price $68.19 DailyIQ Est. $70.34

DOCU's technical picture is constructive, with trend and momentum pointing the same direction. Earnings and guidance carry more weight than macro data at this capitalisation.

Behaviour On Record

What DOCU's own history says about today's numbers

Realized volatility (21d)
39.4% 37th pct
Below its peak
-77.4%
vs 200-day average
+30.6%
Up days (1y)
49%

DocuSign Inc. is currently running 39.4% annualised volatility over the last 21 sessions. Measured against DOCU's own 8 years of daily returns rather than a market-wide average, that is the 37th percentile — on the quiet side for this stock, against a typical reading of 46.0%. The distinction matters because a number that looks calm for one stock is turbulent for another, and the absolute figure on its own tells you neither.

DOCU is trading -77.4% below its running peak. Across 7 full years on file, its median worst-drawdown-in-a-year was -34.5%, and the deepest was -74.5% in 2022. The current drawdown is already deeper than this stock's typical annual low point, which puts it in the part of its range where past recoveries began — and where past declines also continued.

Price sits +30.6% from its 200-day moving average. Against every other day in its history, that gap ranks at the 85th percentile — a wider gap than this stock usually carries. Over the past year DOCU closed higher on 49% of sessions, and it is currently 1 session into a rising streak.

On October specifically: over 8 years of records, DOCU finished the month higher 4 of 8 times, with a median return of -0.6% and an average of -0.8%. Its strongest month historically has been May at +10.7% on average, its weakest February at -4.3%. Seasonality is a weak signal on its own — a decade is a small sample and regimes change — but it is a real distribution rather than a rule of thumb.

Overnight risk is measurable too: DOCU has opened more than 2% away from the prior close in 132 of 2,120 sessions (6.2% of the time), with the largest gaps running +6.9% and -8.0%. For anyone holding through an event, that rate is a better guide to overnight exposure than the intraday range.

All figures computed from 2,121 daily closes between 2018-04-27 and 2026-10-05, split-adjusted, recomputed daily. Percentiles are against DOCU's own 8-year history, not a peer group or index.

Sector Rotation

Is money rotating into or out of DOCU's sector?

DocuSign Inc. sits in the Software sector, currently ranked 2nd of 12 GICS sectors by relative-strength rotation score (leading). Within its narrower Software industry group, DOCU ranks 2nd of 15 tracked industries, leading.

Sector rank
#2 of 12
Sector state
Leading
Sector rotation score
100
Industry rank
#2 of 15

Options Market

What is the options market pricing for DOCU?

CallsPuts

For DocuSign Inc.'s nearest expiry (2026-10-09, 3 days out), open interest is roughly balanced between puts and calls (put/call ratio of 0.87), with at-the-money implied volatility around 51.3%. The options market is pricing roughly a ±4.8% move by that expiry — a range of about $63.40–$69.82.

Put/call ratio (2026-10-09)
0.87
ATM implied volatility
51.3%
Total open interest
4,317
Expected move by 2026-10-09
±4.8% ($63.40–$69.82)

Analyst Rating Changes

Are analysts turning bullish or bearish on DOCU?

Piper Sandler most recently reiterated its rating on DocuSign Inc. to Neutral on Sep 4, 2026 with a price target of $75 (from $52). Over the last 90 days, coverage has run 0 upgrades against 0 downgrades, a net mixed lean.

Latest action
Piper Sandler — Neutral
90-day upgrades
0
90-day downgrades
0
Net rating momentum
0
DateFirmActionRatingPrice target
Sep 4, 2026Piper SandlerMaintainedNeutral$52 → $75
Sep 4, 2026CitigroupMaintainedNeutral$54 → $72
Sep 4, 2026Morgan StanleyMaintainedEqual-Weight$69 → $75
Sep 4, 2026B of A SecuritiesMaintainedUnderperform$58 → $64
Sep 4, 2026BairdMaintainedNeutral$55 → $72
Sep 4, 2026Wells FargoMaintainedEqual-Weight$55 → $60
Sep 4, 2026RBC CapitalMaintainedSector Perform$55 → $70
Sep 4, 2026UBSMaintainedNeutral$54 → $70
Sep 4, 2026CitizensReiteratedMarket Outperform$86
Sep 4, 2026BTIGReiteratedBuy$75
Sep 4, 2026NeedhamReiteratedHold-
Sep 2, 2026BTIGMaintainedBuy$60 → $75

News Sentiment Analysis

Sentiment gathered from recent headlines

37/100
Strong NegativeNeutralStrong Positive
BEARISH

Recent News Coverage

Most recent articles, ranked by recency (click to expand).

10+ articles
What did this article say?
Wall Street analysts issued a bearish consensus on DocuSign (DOCU) after noting only 5.5% annual recurring revenue growth over the past year, which fell short of expectations. The outlook projects a modest 8.1% growth for the next twelve months, suggesting limited demand for new contracts and renewals. Analysts highlighted intense competition in the digital signature market as a key risk factor, potentially eroding DocuSign’s market share. The consensus price target of $69.99 reflects a neutral implied return, indicating that the market has priced in the challenges ahead. These assessments could influence investor sentiment and trading activity for the stock.
What did this article say?
On October 1, 2026, Docusign CEO Allan C. Thygesen sold 26,250 shares of the company, amounting to $1,818,929. The transaction was reported in a Form 4 filing with the SEC. After the sale, Thygesen retained 166,801 shares, maintaining full control of the company. The move may signal a lack of confidence in short‑term performance or a personal liquidity need. Investors may interpret the sale as a negative signal regarding the company’s outlook.
What did this article say?
DocuSign’s stock rose 50.8% over the past three months, driven by robust customer acquisition, improved operating leverage, and strong cash flow generation. The company’s higher margins and increased buyback activity reinforced investor confidence. These developments suggest a solid financial position and a positive outlook for future earnings.
What did this article say?
DocuSign reported Q2 revenue of $875.7 million, a 9.4% year‑over‑year increase, surpassing analyst consensus. The company’s earnings guidance for the next quarter was 0.9% above expectations, reinforcing confidence in continued growth. The results were highlighted among a group of productivity software peers that collectively outperformed estimates, reflecting robust demand for digital agreement solutions. The performance underscores DocuSign’s position as a leading platform for electronic document management in a remote‑work environment. The earnings beat and positive outlook suggest a favorable short‑term impact on the stock.
What did this article say?
DocuSign (DOCU) has become one of the most searched stocks on Zacks.com, reflecting heightened investor interest. Over the past month, DOCU shares rose 17.1%, outperforming the broader market and the software sector. The article notes that such search activity may influence short‑term price movements, but no concrete earnings or business changes have been reported. As a result, the piece offers a neutral overview of current market sentiment without indicating a material shift in DOCU’s outlook.
What did this article say?
Robert Chatwani, DocuSign’s president, sold 14,676 shares on Sept. 17 2026 under a Rule 10b5‑1 plan, a standard liquidity‑management move. The sale price of $69.41 was slightly below the $70.64 market close, leaving him with 75,928 shares (~0.04% of equity). The transaction reflects routine insider activity rather than a signal of deteriorating fundamentals.
What did this article say?
On September 17, 2026, Docusign President and GM of Growth, Robert Chatwani, sold 14,676 shares worth $1,018,731, reducing his direct holdings to 75,928 shares. The sale was disclosed via a Form 4 filing, indicating a significant divestiture by a senior executive. While the transaction does not necessarily signal a change in company fundamentals, it may reflect personal liquidity needs or a reassessment of the company’s valuation. The sale does not alter Docusign’s operational outlook or financial guidance at this time.
What did this article say?
DocuSign (DOCU) was named a Leader in the 2026 IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Integrated Signing Workflow Software, a recognition that has already supported a 3.9% uptick in the stock. The accolade follows the company’s recent AI slowdown narrative, reinforcing its position as a top‑tier electronic signature provider. Investors view the award as a validation of DOCU’s market leadership and potential for continued growth in the digital signing space.
What did this article say?
A new trend‑ranking system based on moving averages identifies DocuSign (DOCU) as one of the strongest uptrending stocks over the past three months. The methodology ranks stocks by consistency of upward momentum, and DOCU appears in the top tier of the list. While the analysis is largely chart‑based and lacks earnings or valuation data, it suggests continued bullish sentiment and potential for short‑term upside.
What did this article say?
DocuSign shares rose 3% after the company was named a Leader in the 2026 IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Integrated Signing Workflow Software, reinforcing its position as a trusted enterprise SaaS provider amid growing concerns over rapid AI development. The rally reflects a broader rotation toward established software models as investors react to AI safety warnings, including the Hugging Face hack. The market views DocuSign’s stable product offering and strong customer base as a defensive play in a climate of AI uncertainty.

Technical Analysis

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Institutional & Hedge Fund Ownership
1 tracked managers · $77.18M combined position · 0 adding, 0 trimming, 1 unchanged (latest 13F filings)
ManagerTrendShares Held% of Co.Position ValueFiled
Citadel Advisors LLC• Hold1,737,5300.91%$77.18M2026-09-02
Q2 2026 flow:1.74M sh bought ($77.18M)0 sh sold ($0)net +1.74M sh (+$77.18M)
Congressional Trading Activity
1 disclosed trades · ~$8.0K est. traded value · 0 buys, 1 sells
MemberChamberStateTypeAmountTradedFiled
Lisa McClainHouseMI09▼ Sell$1K - $15K2025-08-042025-09-12