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PINS·Pinterest Inc. Class A

$22.37
+0.95 (+4.44%)
Overnight$22.22-0.15 (-0.67%)
High
$22.39
Open
$21.30
Market Cap
12.65B
52W High
$35.42
Low
$21.20
P. Close
$22.37
P/E
50.84
52W Low
$13.84
Fwd P/E
9.31
DailyIQ Est.
$30.02
Inst. Ownership
49.2%
Short Interest
7.91%
Days to Cover
2.8
Technical Score (1D)
73
BULLISH
News Sentiment
39
BEARISH
On Oct 13, Pinterest Inc. traded at $22.08, a 3.1 % gain for the day but still down 25 % year‑to‑date. Technical analysis on that date flagged a bearish signal, noting that the 10‑day call/put ratio had entered the top percentile, a level that historically precedes a 7.7 % decline within a month. The stock was near a resistance level of $22, and the prevalence of strong‑buy recommendations among 19 of 35 brokerages was highlighted as a potential source of downside pressure. Options activity on Oct 13 indicated that investors were considering protective puts, reinforcing the negative outlook. The report noted that Pinterest’s 25 % year‑to‑date deficit signals ongoing weakness, while the top‑percentile call/put ratio and strong‑buy coverage coexist with bearish options sentiment.
LOW TARGET
$22 -1.6%
3 analysts
MEAN TARGET
$29 +29.9%
25 analysts
HIGH TARGET
$42 +89.4%
19 analysts
PRICE RANGE
$22.00 - $42.36
SB / B / H / S / SS
6/18/21/1/1
DAILYIQ EST.
$30.02 (+34.2%)
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Internet Content & Information
Exchange
NYQ
Country
United States
Symbol
PINS
Description
Pinterest, Inc. operates as a visual search and discovery platform in the United States, Canada, Europe, and internationally. The company's platform allows people to find ideas, such as recipes, home and style inspiration, and others; and to search, save, and shop the ideas. It also provides various advertising products to help advertisers meet users; and ad auction that allows to serve ads to users at relevant moments while optimizing business outcomes for advertisers. The company was formerly known as Cold Brew Labs Inc. and changed its name to Pinterest, Inc. in April 2012. Pinterest, Inc. was incorporated in 2008 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
Bought (1Y)
0 shares
$0
Sold (1Y)
2,109,078 shares
$44.2M
Silbermann Benjamin-
Conversion46,875 shares2026-10-07
Silbermann Benjamin-
Sell46,875 shares2026-10-07
Silbermann Benjamin-
Conversion46,875 shares2026-10-07
Silbermann Benjamin-
Conversion46,875 shares2026-10-06
Silbermann Benjamin-
Sell46,875 shares2026-10-06
86/ 100
Strong bullish
Overall: Bullish
✓Revenue growing year over year
✓Positive net margin
✓Positive operating cash flow
Net Margin
9.9%
Revenue CAGR
31.5%
Current Ratio
7.64x
Return on Equity
8.8%
Earnings Summary
Pinterest, Inc. operates as a visual search and discovery platform that enables users to find ideas and shop through its U.S., Canadian, European, and international markets, while offering advertising products that optimize outcomes for advertisers; it functions within the Communication Services sector and Internet Content & Information industry. In Q1 2025 the company reported EPS of $0.23 versus an estimate of $0.256, and revenue of $854.99 million, slightly below expectations; however, in Q1 2026 it surpassed estimates with EPS of $0.27 against $0.2351 and revenue of $1.007 billion versus $985.57 million, indicating a rebound in profitability and top‑line growth. The most recent Q2 2026 data show revenue of $1.18 billion, an 18 % year‑over‑year increase, and a record 640 million monthly active users, though EPS for the quarter is not yet disclosed; the company’s guidance for Q3 suggests a slowdown, partially attributed to a one‑point lift from World Cup‑related spend that is not expected to recur. Historically, Pinterest has shown a steady YoY revenue growth trajectory, with a 36.4 % EPS increase over three years, and has consistently beat analyst estimates in recent quarters, reflecting robust monetization from its advertising platform. Recent news highlights the launch of Visual Search Ads on September 29, a format that allows brands to bid for prominent placement in search results, which analysts view as a potential revenue driver; the company also reported strong free‑cash‑flow margin of 28.1 % and received a strong‑buy consensus from 19 of 36 brokerages. These factors will be key to assessing Pinterest’s near‑term performance and its ability to sustain growth momentum in a competitive advertising landscape.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.19$0.27$0.36$0.44$0.52Q1'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$0.49 - -
Q1'26$0.24$0.27+14.8%
Q1'25$0.26$0.23-10.3%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$799M$920M$1.0B$1.2B$1.3BQ1'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$1.2B - -
Q1'26$986M$1.0B+2.2%
Q1'25 - $855M -

Market Data

PINS Stock Snapshot

BULLISH73/100
$22.22−$0.15 (0.7%)
Market cap
12.65B
P/E ratio
50.8
Day range
$21.20 – $22.39
News sentiment
39/100 · Bearish
Analyst target
$29.05 (+30.7%)
Consensus
Hold · 47 analysts
52-week range+60.5% off low · -37.3% from high
$13.84$35.42
Price $22.22 DailyIQ Est. $30.02

Momentum is working in PINS's favour - it ranks in the upper part of DailyIQ's momentum universe. In Communication Services, names this size usually take direction from sector flows before company-level news.

Behaviour On Record

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

Realized volatility (21d)
38.8% 29th pct
Below its peak
-76.0%
vs 200-day average
+1.5%
Up days (1y)
50%

Pinterest Inc. Class A is currently running 38.8% annualised volatility over the last 21 sessions. Measured against PINS's own 7 years of daily returns rather than a market-wide average, that is the 29th percentile — on the quiet side for this stock, against a typical reading of 50.9%. 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.

PINS is trading -76.0% below its running peak. Across 6 full years on file, its median worst-drawdown-in-a-year was -46.1%, and the deepest was -61.1% in 2021. 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 +1.5% from its 200-day moving average. Against every other day in its history, that gap ranks at the 53rd percentile — close to the gap it normally carries. Over the past year PINS closed higher on 50% of sessions, and it is currently 3 sessions into a rising streak.

On October specifically: over 7 years of records, PINS finished the month higher 4 of 7 times, with a median return of +3.3% and an average of +1.0%. Its strongest month historically has been June at +9.2% on average, its weakest March at -6.3%. 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: PINS has opened more than 2% away from the prior close in 108 of 1,879 sessions (5.7% of the time), with the largest gaps running +13.9% and -9.5%. For anyone holding through an event, that rate is a better guide to overnight exposure than the intraday range.

All figures computed from 1,880 daily closes between 2019-04-18 and 2026-10-09, split-adjusted, recomputed daily. Percentiles are against PINS's own 8-year history, not a peer group or index.

Sector Rotation

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

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

Sector rank
#2 of 12
Sector state
Weakening
Sector rotation score
91
Industry rank
#2 of 15

Options Market

What is the options market pricing for PINS?

CallsPuts

For Pinterest Inc. Class A's nearest expiry (2026-10-16, 2 days out), open interest is roughly balanced between puts and calls (put/call ratio of 0.86), with at-the-money implied volatility around 130.5%. The options market is pricing roughly a ±7.3% move by that expiry — a range of about $18.75–$21.69.

Put/call ratio (2026-10-16)
0.86
ATM implied volatility
130.5%
Total open interest
26,097
Expected move by 2026-10-16
±7.3% ($18.75–$21.69)

Analyst Rating Changes

Are analysts turning bullish or bearish on PINS?

Wells Fargo most recently reiterated its rating on Pinterest Inc. Class A to Overweight on Aug 6, 2026 with a price target of $31 (from $30). Over the last 90 days, coverage has run 0 upgrades against 0 downgrades, a net mixed lean.

Latest action
Wells Fargo — Overweight
90-day upgrades
0
90-day downgrades
0
Net rating momentum
0
DateFirmActionRatingPrice target
Aug 6, 2026Wells FargoMaintainedOverweight$30 → $31
Aug 5, 2026DA DavidsonMaintainedBuy$26 → $27
Aug 5, 2026UBSMaintainedBuy$30 → $33
Aug 5, 2026CitigroupMaintainedNeutral$25 → $27
Aug 5, 2026RBC CapitalMaintainedSector Perform$23 → $25
Aug 5, 2026Evercore ISI GroupMaintainedIn-Line$27 → $29
Aug 5, 2026GuggenheimMaintainedBuy$24 → $26
Aug 5, 2026WedbushReiteratedNeutral$24
Aug 5, 2026BarclaysMaintainedEqual-Weight$27 → $31
Aug 5, 2026Cantor FitzgeraldReiteratedOverweight$30
Aug 5, 2026BMO CapitalMaintainedOutperform$30 → $34
Aug 5, 2026RosenblattMaintainedNeutral$24 → $25

Peers & ETF holders

PINS peers & ETF holders

News Sentiment Analysis

Sentiment gathered from recent headlines

39/100
Strong NegativeNeutralStrong Positive
BEARISH

Recent News Coverage

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

10+ articles
What did this article say?
Analysts noted increased options trading activity around Pinterest’s stock, suggesting that market participants are positioning for a significant price move. The heightened volume indicates that traders are buying or selling options contracts, which could reflect expectations of volatility or a directional shift. While the exact catalyst remains unclear, the activity signals that investors are actively managing risk and anticipating potential upside or downside. This heightened interest may influence short‑term price dynamics as the market digests new information.
What did this article say?
Pinterest (PINS) was highlighted by ChartMill on October 10 as an undervalued stock with a robust balance sheet, solid growth trajectory, and improving profitability. The analysis underscored the company’s financial health as a key strength for value investors. It also noted potential risks but emphasized that the overall outlook remains positive for long‑term investors.
What did this article say?
Pinterest closed at $20.53, up 1.08% on Oct 8, outperforming the S&P 500’s 0.47% decline and the Nasdaq’s 1.25% drop. The company’s shares had gained 11.1% over the previous month, beating its sector and the broader market. Analysts project EPS of $0.50 and revenue of $1.2 billion for the quarter, both up 31.58% and 14.42% YoY, respectively. Investors are watching the upcoming earnings release for confirmation of these positive trends.
What did this article say?
On October 6, 2026, Pinterest director and 10% owner Benjamin Silbermann sold 93,750 shares of the company for $1,862,391, as reported in a Form 4 filing. The transaction reduced his direct holdings to 13,996 Class A shares, maintaining a significant stake but decreasing his overall ownership percentage. The sale did not trigger any regulatory concerns or indicate a broader shift in investor sentiment. The move was a routine insider transaction and is unlikely to materially impact Pinterest’s financial outlook or market perception.
What did this article say?
Pinterest announced the appointment of Amazon veteran James Dibbo as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective October 26, 2026, replacing Julia Brau Donnelly who will transition to an advisory role. Dibbo brings experience from overseeing finance for Amazon’s global entertainment, advertising and corporate development units, positioning him to strengthen Pinterest’s capital allocation and financial governance. The move is viewed as an incremental positive step toward improving financial discipline, though it does not immediately alter the company’s core ad performance challenges or broader monetization risks.
What did this article say?
Pinterest (PINS) has seen a modest decline of 0.6% over the past month, lagging behind the broader market. The company operates within the Zacks Internet-Software sector, which has gained 9% during the same period. Analysts focus on revisions to earnings estimates as a key driver of the stock’s valuation, suggesting that future performance will hinge on how these projections evolve. The article provides a neutral overview of recent market activity and analyst expectations without indicating a clear upside or downside catalyst.
What did this article say?
Pinterest announced the hiring of James Dibbo as chief financial officer, bringing experience from Amazon Ads to support the company’s shift toward a performance‑driven advertising model. Dibbo’s background in scaling retail media and automation aligns with Pinterest’s focus on better bidding, measurement, and expanding its go‑to‑market strategy in new regions. The brokerage Wedbush noted the appointment is constructive but does not anticipate an impact on Q3 results or near‑term guidance. Investors will monitor Dibbo’s priorities on capital allocation, operating expense, and margin targets during the upcoming Q4 earnings call.
What did this article say?
Pinterest announced on October 6 that it had hired a former Amazon executive to serve as its new chief financial officer. The appointment signals the company’s intent to strengthen its financial strategy amid growing competition and a push for higher profitability. The new CFO brings experience from a leading e‑commerce platform, which may enhance Pinterest’s budgeting, forecasting, and capital allocation processes. The hire is expected to support the company’s ongoing efforts to improve operating margins and accelerate growth initiatives.
What did this article say?
Barron's analyst announced the removal of Pinterest from its recommendation list after the stock had underperformed since the June 2025 pick. The decision followed a review of recent earnings and guidance that failed to meet expectations. The downgrade signals a shift in sentiment toward the company’s growth prospects and may influence investor perception.

Technical Analysis

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73
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Institutional & Hedge Fund Ownership
25 tracked managers · $6.09B combined position · 14 adding, 10 trimming, 1 unchanged (latest 13F filings)
ManagerTrendShares Held% of Co.Position ValueFiled
Vanguard Group Inc▲ Buy62,056,06910.90%$1.61B2026-01-29
BlackRock, Inc.▼ Sell47,405,0268.32%$996.93M2026-08-07
Elliott Investment Management L.P.• Hold28,000,0004.92%$588.84M2026-08-14
Goldman Sachs Group Inc▼ Sell18,327,8743.22%$385.44M2026-08-14
Davis Selected Advisers▲ Buy12,574,7212.21%$264.48M2026-08-11
Norges Bank▼ Sell12,293,6012.16%$258.53M2026-08-12
Citadel Advisors LLC▲ Buy11,260,0491.98%$236.80M2026-09-02
Point72 Asset Management, L.P.▲ Buy9,389,4191.65%$197.46M2026-08-14
Geode Capital Management, LLC▼ Sell9,140,0581.60%$192.27M2026-08-12
Balyasny Asset Management L.P.▲ Buy8,560,0191.50%$180.02M2026-08-14
Morgan Stanley▼ Sell6,826,9011.20%$143.57M2026-08-13
Bank of America Corp▲ Buy6,315,6931.11%$132.82M2026-08-14
Citigroup Inc▲ Buy5,528,2820.97%$116.26M2026-08-03
Man Group plc▲ Buy5,265,0210.92%$110.72M2026-08-14
AQR Capital Management LLC▲ Buy5,199,9350.91%$109.35M2026-08-14
Northern Trust Corp▼ Sell4,102,3150.72%$86.27M2026-08-13
Millennium Management LLC▲ Buy3,929,9700.69%$82.65M2026-08-14
JPMorgan Chase & Co▼ Sell3,269,0530.57%$72.01M2026-08-12
Squarepoint Ops LLC▲ Buy3,182,5920.56%$66.93M2026-08-14
Renaissance Technologies LLC▼ Sell2,728,5310.48%$57.38M2026-08-13
Gotham Asset Management, LLC▲ Buy2,671,3540.47%$56.18M2026-08-14
Susquehanna International Group, LLP▲ Buy2,661,6180.47%$55.97M2026-08-14
FMR LLC (Fidelity)▲ Buy2,026,5180.36%$42.62M2026-08-13
Wells Fargo & Company▼ Sell1,207,9110.21%$25.40M2026-08-14
Coatue Management LLC▼ Sell1,197,7800.21%$25.19M2026-08-14
Q2 2026 flow:41.32M sh bought ($869.00M)62.22M sh sold ($1.31B)net -20.90M sh (−$439.86M)
Congressional Trading Activity
5 disclosed trades · ~$113.5K est. traded value · 1 buys, 4 sells
MemberChamberStateTypeAmountTradedFiled
Christian D. MenefeeHouseTX18▼ Sell$15K - $50K2026-08-072026-08-07
Christian D. MenefeeHouseTX18▼ Sell$15K - $50K2026-02-232026-06-01
Julia LetlowHouseLA05▼ Sell$1K - $15K2025-12-162026-01-13
John HickenlooperSenateCO▼ Sell$1K - $15K2023-04-282023-05-15
John HickenlooperSenateCO▲ Buy$15K - $50K2021-07-302021-08-09