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PINS·Pinterest Inc. Class A

$20.03
-0.03 (-0.15%)
Overnight$20.00-0.03 (-0.15%)
High
$20.44
Open
$20.30
Market Cap
11.14B
52W High
$35.42
Low
$19.43
P. Close
$20.03
P/E
44.74
52W Low
$13.84
Fwd P/E
8.34
DailyIQ Est.
$30.02
Inst. Ownership
2.7%
Short Interest
10.61%
Days to Cover
4.3
Technical Score (1D)
55
BULLISH
News Sentiment
62
BULLISH
On Oct 6, Pinterest announced the hiring of James Dibbo as chief financial officer, a former Amazon Ads executive whose experience in scaling retail media and automation was cited as supporting the company’s shift toward a performance‑driven advertising model. The appointment was reported by Wedbush, which noted that it is constructive but did not anticipate an impact on Q3 results or near‑term guidance. The same day, another source reported that the new CFO would bring e‑commerce expertise to strengthen Pinterest’s budgeting, forecasting, and capital allocation processes, aiming to improve operating margins and accelerate growth initiatives. On Oct 5, Pinterest’s Q2 earnings report showed higher‑than‑expected revenue but a cautious outlook that disappointed investors, leading to a decline in the stock price. Analysts highlighted that the company’s growth trajectory remains uncertain, contributing to the negative market reaction. The new CFO’s priorities on capital allocation, operating expense, and margin targets will be closely watched during the upcoming Q4 earnings call.
LOW TARGET
$22 +9.8%
3 analysts
MEAN TARGET
$29 +45.0%
25 analysts
HIGH TARGET
$42 +111.5%
19 analysts
PRICE RANGE
$22.00 - $42.36
SB / B / H / S / SS
6/18/21/1/1
DAILYIQ EST.
$30.02 (+49.9%)
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)
2,015,328 shares
$42.3M
Rajaram Gokul-
Sell1,050 shares2026-10-05
Brown Claude LeonardChief Business Officer
Sell12,240 shares2026-10-05
Silbermann Benjamin-
Conversion46,875 shares2026-09-30
Silbermann Benjamin-
Sell46,875 shares2026-09-30
Silbermann Benjamin-
Conversion46,875 shares2026-09-30
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

NEUTRAL55/100
$20.00−$0.03 (0.1%)
Market cap
11.14B
P/E ratio
44.7
Day range
$19.43 – $20.44
News sentiment
62/100 · Bullish
Analyst target
$29.05 (+45.3%)
Consensus
Hold · 47 analysts
52-week range+44.5% off low · -43.5% from high
$13.84$35.42
Price $20.00 DailyIQ Est. $30.02

PINS sits in the lower half of its 52-week range with the technical picture unresolved. 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)
53.5% 54th pct
Below its peak
-77.5%
vs 200-day average
-5.4%
Up days (1y)
50%

Pinterest Inc. Class A is currently running 53.5% 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 54th percentile — close to its own typical level, 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 -77.5% 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 -5.4% from its 200-day moving average. Against every other day in its history, that gap ranks at the 44th percentile — close to the gap it normally carries. Over the past year PINS closed higher on 50% of sessions, and it is currently 1 session 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 107 of 1,875 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 1,876 daily closes between 2019-04-18 and 2026-10-05, 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 (leading). Within its narrower Software industry group, PINS ranks 2nd of 15 tracked industries, leading.

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

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

PINS Competitive Positioning

Pinterest Inc. Class A (PINS) is tracked alongside these names in Internet Content & Information on DailyIQ — ranked by market cap, with today's move alongside.

News Sentiment Analysis

Sentiment gathered from recent headlines

62/100
Strong NegativeNeutralStrong Positive
MODERATELY BULLISH

Recent News Coverage

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

10+ articles
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.
What did this article say?
Pinterest, Inc. announced that James Dibbo will become Chief Financial Officer on October 26, 2026. Dibbo will report directly to CEO Bill Ready and will oversee the company’s financial strategy and operations. The appointment follows a routine leadership transition and does not signal any immediate change in financial guidance or strategic direction. No material impact on investor expectations was noted at the time of the announcement.
What did this article say?
Pinterest closed at $19.26 on October 2, 2026, slightly above its $18.17 buyback average. CEO Bill Ready emphasized that the new AI assistant drives 80% commercial queries, indicating a shift toward monetizable traffic. The company reported that over half of its 80 billion monthly searches are commercial, and the assistant’s focus on discovery is expected to enhance advertiser engagement. This development suggests a modest upside to Pinterest’s revenue trajectory.
What did this article say?
Pinterest (PINS) closed at $19.21 on October 2, declining 1.31% from the prior day. The decline lagged gains in the S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq. Over the past month, PINS shares had fallen 6.67%, trailing the broader technology sector’s 6.36% gain. Investors noted upcoming earnings expectations of $0.50 per share and revenue guidance of $1.2 billion for the quarter.
What did this article say?
Analysts highlighted Pinterest’s valuation at 9.3x forward P/E, noting robust ad fundamentals and AI‑driven growth. The company reported 18% year‑over‑year revenue growth, 11% MAU increase, and expanding EBITDA margins, reinforcing its advertising moat. A strong buy rating was issued with a target of $30.30, implying a 60% upside potential.
What did this article say?
Pinterest (PINS) closed the session at $18.89, outperforming the broader market despite a recent 12.75% monthly decline. The company is expected to report a 31.58% EPS increase to $0.5 and a 14.42% revenue rise to $1.2 billion for the quarter, with full‑year guidance of $2.06 EPS and $4.89 billion revenue. Analysts have revised estimates upward, reflecting positive near‑term business trends. The stock’s outperformance relative to the S&P 500 and Nasdaq suggests investor confidence ahead of the earnings release.
What did this article say?
Pinterest reported Q2 revenue of $1.18 billion, up 18% year‑over‑year, and a record 640 million monthly active users. The company launched Visual Search Ads, allowing brands to bid for prominent placement in search results and product close‑ups, targeting shoppers in comparison mode. CFO Julia Donnelly departed on October 30, with Vikram Naidu stepping in as interim finance chief. Despite the growth, shares slipped 1% and remain 46% below the 52‑week high, reflecting investor concern about near‑term performance. The new ad format and user growth suggest a modest upside, but market sentiment remains cautious.

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Institutional & Hedge Fund Ownership
1 tracked managers · $313.90M combined position · 0 adding, 0 trimming, 1 unchanged (latest 13F filings)
ManagerTrendShares Held% of Co.Position ValueFiled
Citadel Advisors LLC• Hold14,926,3492.68%$313.90M2026-09-02
Q2 2026 flow:14.93M sh bought ($313.90M)0 sh sold ($0)net +14.93M sh (+$313.90M)
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