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Cogent Comms Hldgs

Cogent carries over one fifth of the world's internet traffic over its network and is a broadband provider for businesses. Cogent's corporate customers are in high-rise office buildings, where the firm provides two types of connections: dedicated internet access, which connects them to the internet, and virtual private networking, which offers an internal network for employees in different locations. Cogent's corporate customers are exclusively in North America and account for nearly half of the firm's revenue. Cogent's netcentric customers include internet service providers and content providers, to which Cogent provides internet transit. They hand traffic to Cogent in data centers and rely on Cogent to deliver it. About half of netcentric revenue is from outside the US.

Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. - Common Stock

Cogent Communications Holdings Inc

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Cogent Communications shares are trading lower after the company reported Q4 revenue miss.

On February 26, 2025, Cogent's Board approved a regular quarterly dividend of $1.005 per share payable on March 28, 2025 to shareholders of record on March 13, 2025. This first quarter 2025 regular dividend represents an increase of $0.01 per share, or 1.0%, from the fourth quarter 2024 regular dividend of $0.995 per share and an annual increase of 4.1% from the first quarter 2024 dividend of $0.965 per share.&nbsp;
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News

Dividends

Cogent Communications Board Approved A Quarterly Dividend Per Share Of $1.005 For Q1 Vs $$0.965 A Year Ago

Earnings

Earnings Beats

Earnings Misses

Cogent Comms Hldgs Q4 2024 GAAP EPS $(0.91) Beats $(1.20) Estimate, Sales $252.291M Miss $258.232M Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For February 27, 2025

Cogent Comms Hldgs's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCOI#NYSE">CCOI</a>) short percent of float has fallen 8.3% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.45 million shares sold short, which is 11.05% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 11.73 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Cogent Comms Hldgs Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740498322_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Cogent Comms Hldgs has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Cogent Comms Hldgs's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Cogent Comms Hldgs's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.22%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
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Short Sellers

Short Ideas

Trading Ideas

Peering Into Cogent Comms Hldgs's Recent Short Interest

6 analysts have shared their evaluations of Cogent Comms Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCOI#NASDAQ">CCOI</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
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<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Cogent Comms Hldgs and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $80.67, accompanied by a high estimate of $102.00 and a low estimate of $65.00. This current average reflects an increase of 11.73% from the previous average price target of $72.20. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731618095_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
The standing of Cogent Comms Hldgs among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst</th>
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<td>Christopher Schoell</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$102.00</td>
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<td>James Schneider</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
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<td>Bora Lee</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
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<td>Brandon Nispel</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
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<td>David Barden</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$65.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
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<td>Michael Rollins</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
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<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Cogent Comms Hldgs. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Cogent Comms Hldgs compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Cogent Comms Hldgs's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
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Capture valuable insights into Cogent Comms Hldgs's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CCOI/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Cogent Comms Hldgs analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Cogent Comms Hldgs</h2>
Cogent carries over one fifth of the world's internet traffic over its network and is a broadband provider for businesses. Cogent's corporate customers are in high-rise office buildings; the firm provides them with two types of connections: dedicated internet access, which connects them to the internet, and virtual private networking, which offers an internal network for employees in different locations. Cogent's corporate customers are exclusively in North America and account for over half of the firm's revenue. Cogent's netcentric customers include internet service providers and content providers, to which Cogent provides internet transit. They hand traffic to Cogent in data centers and rely on Cogent to deliver it. About half of netcentric revenue is from outside the US.
<h3>Key Indicators: Cogent Comms Hldgs's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Cogent Comms Hldgs faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -6.62% in revenue growth as of 30 September, 2024. This signifies a reduction in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Communication Services sector.
Net Margin: Cogent Comms Hldgs's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive -24.54% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Cogent Comms Hldgs's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -17.08%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): Cogent Comms Hldgs's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of -1.93%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 6.95.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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Analyst Ratings

Key Takeaways From Cogent Comms Hldgs Analyst Ratings

UBS analyst Christopher Schoell initiates coverage on Cogent Comms Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCOI#NASDAQ">CCOI</a>) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $102.

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Initiation

UBS Initiates Coverage On Cogent Comms Hldgs with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $102

Cogent Communications Raises Dividend From $0.985 To $0.995

Cogent Comms Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCOI#NASDAQ">CCOI</a>) reported quarterly sales of $260.40 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $258.69 million by 0.66 percent. This is a 5.46 percent decrease over sales of $275.43 million the same period last year.

Cogent Comms Hldgs Q3 Sales $260.40M Beat $258.69M Estimate

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Pre-Market Outlook

Markets

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Goldman Sachs analyst James Schneider maintains Cogent Comms Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCOI#NASDAQ">CCOI</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $62 to $71.

Goldman Sachs Maintains Neutral on Cogent Comms Hldgs, Raises Price Target to $71

RBC Capital analyst Bora Lee reiterates Cogent Comms Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCOI#NASDAQ">CCOI</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $74 price target.

Reiteration

RBC Capital Reiterates Outperform on Cogent Comms Hldgs, Maintains $74 Price Target

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<li>Keybanc raised Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCOI#NASDAQ">CCOI</a>) price target from $80 to $90. Keybanc analyst Brandon Nispel maintained an Overweight rating. Cogent Communications shares fell 0.2% to close at $72.81 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AVB/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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Netflix To Rally Around 9%? Here Are 10 Top Analyst Forecasts For Tuesday

Keybanc analyst Brandon Nispel maintains Cogent Comms Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCOI#NASDAQ">CCOI</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $80 to $90.

Keybanc Maintains Overweight on Cogent Comms Hldgs, Raises Price Target to $90

On Monday, Cogent Communications Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCOI#NASDAQ">CCOI</a>) received a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40439400/cogent-communications-to-rally-around-12-here-are-10-top-analyst-forecasts-for-monday">price target increase from Citigroup analyst Michael Rollins</a>.
While wavelengths remain a longer-term growth opportunity, the company has fallen behind schedule, according to BofA Securities.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/58beb7e5b85e930001906331/david-barden">Analyst David Barden</a> downgraded the rating for Cogent Communications from Neutral to Underperform, while cutting the price target from $75 to $65.
The Cogent Communications Thesis: The Sprint Wireline acquisition was completed more than a year ago, but the company "remains deeply immersed in the Sprint network integration," falling well behind schedule in monetizing the wavelength opportunity, Barden said in the downgrade note.
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Wavelength sales of $3.3 million in the first quarter and of $3.6 million in the second quarter came below Street estimates and "well below management&#8217;s targets shared at the Sprint network acquisition closing," he added.
"Management originally believed it could achieve a $20mn wavelength sales run-rate by 4Q24 but withdrew this guidance as provisioning times for wavelength services remained elongated due to (surmountable) engineering complexities," the analyst wrote.
A positive inflection point for the business is likely to take place only in the back half of 2025, Barden stated.
CCOI Price Action: Shares of Cogent Communications were down 2.82% to $72.62 at the time of publication on Wednesday.
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<li>Baird boosted the price target for Medtronic plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDT#NYSE">MDT</a>) from $82 to $90. Baird analyst David Rescott maintained a Neutral rating. Medtronic shares gained 0.7% to close at $85.38 on Tuesday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MDT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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B of A Securities analyst David Barden downgrades Cogent Comms Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCOI#NASDAQ">CCOI</a>) from Neutral to Underperform and lowers the price target from $75 to $65.

B of A Securities Downgrades Cogent Comms Hldgs to Underperform, Lowers Price Target to $65

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<li>Morgan Stanley analyst Benjamin Swinburne downgraded the stock from Equal-Weight to Underweight and slashed the price target from $34 to $28 on July 22. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 76%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On July 24, Interpublic posted better-than-expected quarterly earnings.</li>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 6.53%</li>
<li>TD Cowen analyst Dan Brennan maintained a Buy rating and raised the price target from $48 to $51 on July 23. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 68%.</li>
<li>JP Morgan analyst Philip Cusick maintained a Neutral rating and cut the price target from $46 to $45 on July 23. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 65%.</li>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 5.20%</li>
<li>Citigroup analyst Michael Rollins maintained a Buy rating and raised the price target from $70 to $82 on Aug. 19. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 77%.</li>
<li>B of A Securities analyst David Barden maintained a Neutral rating and increased the price target from $70 to $75 on Aug. 13. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 68%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On Aug. 8, Cogent Communications reported a loss for the second quarter.</li>
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<li>Scotiabank boosted AngloGold Ashanti plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AU#NYSE">AU</a>) price target from $27 to $30. Scotiabank analyst Tanya Jakusconek downgraded the stock from Sector Perform to Sector Underperform. AngloGold Ashanti shares rose 3.5% to close at $31.47 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AU/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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<li>Chardan Capital cut Metagenomi, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MGX#NASDAQ">MGX</a>) price target from $17 to $15. Chardan Capital analyst Geulah Livshits maintained a Buy rating. Metagenomi shares fell 3.8% to close at $2.82 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MGX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Citigroup boosted Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCOI#NASDAQ">CCOI</a>) price target from $70 to $82. Citigroup analyst Michael Rollins maintained a Buy rating. Cogent Communications shares fell 0.1% to close at $73.46 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CCOI/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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In the latest quarter, 7 analysts provided ratings for Cogent Comms Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCOI#NASDAQ">CCOI</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Cogent Comms Hldgs and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $72.43, accompanied by a high estimate of $82.00 and a low estimate of $56.00. This current average reflects an increase of 3.96% from the previous average price target of $69.67. 
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<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The standing of Cogent Comms Hldgs among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Michael Rollins</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
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<td>David Barden</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Sebastiano Petti</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$76.00</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Gregory Williams</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
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<td>James Schneider</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Bora Lee</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>James Schneider</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Cogent Comms Hldgs. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Cogent Comms Hldgs compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Cogent Comms Hldgs's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Discovering Cogent Comms Hldgs: A Closer Look</h2>
Cogent carries over one fifth of the world's internet traffic over its network and is a broadband provider for businesses. Cogent's corporate customers are in high-rise office buildings; the firm provides them with two types of connections: dedicated internet access, which connects them to the internet, and virtual private networking, which offers an internal network for employees in different locations. Cogent's corporate customers are exclusively in North America and account for over half of the firm's revenue. Cogent's netcentric customers include internet service providers and content providers, to which Cogent provides internet transit. They hand traffic to Cogent in data centers and rely on Cogent to deliver it. About half of netcentric revenue is from outside the US.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Cogent Comms Hldgs's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With an elevated market capitalization, the company stands out above industry averages, showcasing substantial size and market acknowledgment.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Cogent Comms Hldgs's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 8.61% as of 30 June, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Communication Services sector.
Net Margin: Cogent Comms Hldgs's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of -12.42%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -7.06%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Cogent Comms Hldgs's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -1.0%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Cogent Comms Hldgs's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 5.38, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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