Adobe Inc. is experiencing a robust quarter, and Mizuho analyst Gregg Moskowitz has identified more reasons to be optimistic about the company’s stock.
Moskowitz upgraded Adobe’s shares to a buy rating, citing the company’s long-term vision and its position as a frontrunner in benefiting from digital transformation. With its comprehensive end-to-end offering, Adobe is well-poised to capitalize on the evolving digital landscape.
Furthermore, Moskowitz expressed confidence in Adobe’s improving fundamentals within its Digital Media and Digital Experience units. He also sees potential in generative artificial intelligence to stimulate interest in Adobe’s products.
One notable development is Adobe’s latest innovation, Firefly. This series of AI models excels in image and text generation, elevating Adobe’s capabilities. With an upcoming user conference, there may be an announcement regarding Firefly pricing, which Moskowitz believes will be attractive.
The analyst anticipates that Firefly, combined with Adobe’s substantial Digital Media installed base and productivity enhancements, will drive strong engagement and garner positive reception from investors.
Overall, Adobe continues to forge ahead in the digital realm, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to empower businesses and individuals alike.
Adobe’s Upcoming Earnings Report
With Adobe set to release its earnings report on September 14th, experts have weighed in on the company’s outlook. According to Moskowitz, the “enterprise checks were generally healthy” and indicated a promising fiscal fourth quarter. However, he clarified that his optimistic view is not solely based on this quarter’s performance.
While acknowledging the positive fundamentals of Adobe’s business, Moskowitz also mentioned that Wall Street might be downplaying the risks associated with the company’s $20 billion deal for Figma, which is currently under regulatory scrutiny. Although many believe this deal would strengthen Adobe’s position, Moskowitz cautioned that failing to close the transaction could also lead to higher margins and increased earnings power.
Although it is technically true that not acquiring Figma could result in some short-term gains, Moskowitz argued that this rationale overlooks the potential impact on Adobe’s long-term growth profile. The uncertainty surrounding the GenAI impact, in particular, could raise significant questions about the company’s future prospects.
As of now, Adobe’s shares have shown a 2% increase in premarket trading on Friday. Throughout this year, the company’s stock has risen by an impressive 67%, while the S&P 500 has only seen a 16% increase.
Don’t Miss Out on Oracle’s Stock Upgrade
In addition to Adobe’s anticipated performance, it is worth noting that Oracle’s stock has recently received an upgrade. Wall Street analysts may be underestimating the AI advantage held by Oracle, making this an opportune time for investment consideration.
