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Pegasystems

Founded in 1983, Pegasystems provides a suite of solutions for customer engagement and business process management. The company's key offering is the Pega Infinity platform, which combines business process management with customer relationship management applications. The company focuses on enterprise-size customers in the financial, insurance, and healthcare industries.

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Pegasystems's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NYSE">PEGA</a>) short percent of float has risen 12.4% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 1.23 million shares sold short, which is 2.72% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.33 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?utm_source=insights&amp;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>Pegasystems Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740058223_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Pegasystems has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Pegasystems'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>, Pegasystems's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.82%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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Peering Into Pegasystems's Recent Short Interest

Barclays analyst Raimo Lenschow maintains Pegasystems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NASDAQ">PEGA</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $103 to $97.

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Analyst Ratings

Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on Pegasystems, Lowers Price Target to $97

Rosenblatt analyst Blair Abernethy maintains Pegasystems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NASDAQ">PEGA</a>) with a Buy and maintains $115 price target.

Rosenblatt Maintains Buy on Pegasystems, Maintains $115 Price Target

JMP Securities analyst Patrick Walravens reiterates Pegasystems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NASDAQ">PEGA</a>) with a Market Outperform and maintains $110 price target.

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JMP Securities Reiterates Market Outperform on Pegasystems, Maintains $110 Price Target

U.S. stock futures were mixed this morning, with the Nasdaq futures gaining around 0.1% on Thursday.
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Pegasystems Sees FY25 Adj. EPS $3.10; Revenue $1.6B.

Pegasystems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NASDAQ">PEGA</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.77 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.46 by 21.23 percent. This is unchanged from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $490.830 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $470.198 million by 4.39 percent. This is a 3.50 percent increase over sales of $474.233 million the same period last year.

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Pegasystems Q4 2024 Adj. EPS $1.77 Beats $1.46 Estimate, Sales $490.830M Beat $470.198M Estimate

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Rosenblatt analyst Blair Abernethy maintains Pegasystems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NASDAQ">PEGA</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $95 to $115.

Rosenblatt Maintains Buy on Pegasystems, Raises Price Target to $115

In the current market session, Pegasystems Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NASDAQ">PEGA</a>) stock price is at $105.00, after a 0.26% decrease. However, over the past month, the company's stock increased by 11.49%, and in the past year, by 110.33%. Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is overvalued, even if the company is not performing up to par in the current session. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738955708_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Pegasystems P/E Compared to Competitors</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Pegasystems has a lower P/E than the aggregate P/E of 108.9 of the Software industry. Ideally, one might believe that the stock might perform worse than its peers, but it's also probable that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738955708_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

Intraday Update

Price Over Earnings Overview: Pegasystems

5 analysts have shared their evaluations of Pegasystems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NASDAQ">PEGA</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
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<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</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>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</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">1</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>3M 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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Analysts have recently evaluated Pegasystems and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $116.8, accompanied by a high estimate of $125.00 and a low estimate of $103.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 25.93% increase from the previous average price target of $92.75.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738324835_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
A clear picture of Pegasystems's perception among financial experts is painted 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>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Raimo Lenschow</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$103.00</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
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<td>Daniel Ives</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$125.00</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
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<td>Jason Celino</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$118.00</td>
<td>-</td>
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<td>Rishi Jaluria</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$115.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
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<td>Steven Enders</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$123.00</td>
<td>$99.00</td>
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</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Pegasystems. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Pegasystems 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>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Pegasystems's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PEGA/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Pegasystems analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Pegasystems Better</h2>
Founded in 1983, Pegasystems provides a suite of solutions for customer engagement and business process management. The company's key offering is the Pega Infinity platform, which combines business process management, or BPM, with customer relationship management, or CRM, applications. The company focuses on enterprise-size customers, specifically within the financial, insurance, and healthcare fields.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Pegasystems's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Pegasystems's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -2.87% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Pegasystems's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of -4.43%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Pegasystems's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -3.17%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.92%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Pegasystems's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 1.23, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>The Basics 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.
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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Assessing Pegasystems: Insights From 5 Financial Analysts

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In a new SEC filing on January 21, it was unveiled that Ghai, Board Member at Pegasystems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NASDAQ">PEGA</a>), acquired stock options for 1,091 shares.
What Happened: Ghai, Board Member at Pegasystems, engaged in a derivative transaction according to a Form 4 filing on Tuesday with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001013857/000101385725000012//Archives/edgar/data/1013857/000101385725000012/0001013857-25-000012-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a>. This involved the acquisition of stock options for 1,091 shares of PEGA, providing the right to purchase the company's stock at an exercise price of $102.49 per share.
The latest update on Wednesday morning shows Pegasystems shares up by 1.02%, trading at $106.87. At this price, Ghai's 1,091 shares are worth $4,778.
<h3>Get to Know Pegasystems Better</h3>
Founded in 1983, Pegasystems provides a suite of solutions for customer engagement and business process management. The company's key offering is the Pega Infinity platform, which combines business process management, or BPM, with customer relationship management, or CRM, applications. The company focuses on enterprise-size customers, specifically within the financial, insurance, and healthcare fields.
<h3>Financial Insights: Pegasystems</h3>
Revenue Challenges: Pegasystems's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -2.87%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Information Technology sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Key Profitability Indicators:
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Gross Margin: The company maintains a high gross margin of 70.25%, indicating strong cost management and profitability compared to its peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Pegasystems's EPS lags behind the industry average, indicating concerns and potential challenges with a current EPS of -0.17.
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Debt Management: Pegasystems's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 1.23, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
Financial Valuation:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The current P/E ratio of 75.56 is below industry norms, indicating potential undervaluation and presenting an investment opportunity.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/S ratio of 6.18, the stock presents an attractive valuation, potentially signaling a buying opportunity for investors interested in sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): With a lower-than-industry-average EV/EBITDA ratio of 53.31, Pegasystems presents a potential value opportunity, as investors are paying less for each unit of EBITDA.
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Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is below the industry average, suggesting that it is relatively smaller compared to peers. This could be due to various factors, including perceived growth potential or operational scale.
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<h3>Unmasking the Significance of Insider Transactions</h3>
Insider transactions should be considered alongside other factors when making investment decisions, as they can offer important insights.
In legal terms, an "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner of more than ten percent of a company's equity securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This can include executives in the c-suite and large hedge funds. These insiders are required to let the public know of their transactions via a Form 4 filing, which must be filed within two business days of the transaction.
When a company insider makes a new purchase, that is an indication that they expect the stock to rise.
Insider sells, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean that the seller thinks the stock will go down. 
<h3>Navigating the World of Insider Transaction Codes</h3>
Surveying the realm of stock transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> often give prominence to those unfolding in the open market, systematically detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C denotes the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Insider Trades

Rohit Ghai Backs Up Beliefs With A Notable Acquisition Of Pegasystems Stock Options Worth $4K

Keybanc analyst Jason Celino assumes Pegasystems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NASDAQ">PEGA</a>) with a Overweight rating and announces Price Target of $118.

Initiation

Keybanc Assumes Pegasystems at Overweight, Announces Price Target of $118

RBC Capital analyst Rishi Jaluria maintains Pegasystems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NASDAQ">PEGA</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $90 to $115.

RBC Capital Maintains Outperform on Pegasystems, Raises Price Target to $115

On Monday, Wedbush analyst Dan Ives unveiled his top 10 tech winners for the AI revolution into 2025, leaving two major Magnificent 7 players notably absent from the list.
What Happened:&nbsp; In his post, Ives said that the companies are poised to ride the wave of a $2 trillion AI capital expenditure boom over the next three years.
His list of top 10 tech winners for the AI revolution: Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>), Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), Alphabet Inc.'s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) Google, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), MongoDB Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDB#NASDAQ">MDB</a>), Pegasystems Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NASDAQ">PEGA</a>), Snowflake Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNOW#NYSE">SNOW</a>), and Salesforce Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>).&nbsp;
&#8216;Magnificent 7&#8217; heavyweights Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) were conspicuously absent from the list.
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"We expect tech stocks to be up 25% in 2025," Ives stated, adding that it will be bolstered by "a goldilocks foundation for Big Tech and Tesla" and reduced regulatory hurdles under a Donald Trump-led administration.
Ives also cautioned about potential "white-knuckle moments" in 2025, citing concerns around Fed actions, China trade dynamics, and stretched valuations.
However, he said, &#8220;This will create the opportunities to own the tech theme and key names which has been our core investing tech playbook the last 2 years.&#8221;
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Why It Matters: Apple currently leads the market with an impressive valuation of $3.812 trillion, and its stock has surged by 35.85% year-to-date.
Cupertino introduced Apple Intelligence this year, a robust collection of AI tools and features designed to greatly improve the user experience on its devices.
Following closely is Nvidia, with a market cap of $3.367 trillion and an impressive 185.43% year-to-date increase. Nvidia is anticipated to launch its next-generation RTX 5000 series GPUs at <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/24/12/42677149/nvidia-ces-2025-keynote-how-to-watch-jensen-huang-unveil-the-rtx-5000-series-gpus">CES 2025 scheduled for the second week</a> of January.
Microsoft secures the third spot with a valuation of $3.158 trillion. Alphabet, the parent company of Google, holds a market cap of $2.350.
Amazon rounds out the top five with a valuation of $2.326 trillion, while Meta and Tesla are at number seven and eight with a market cap of $1.492 trillion and $1.339 trillion, respectively.
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Palantir, Salesforce, And Snowflake Made The Cut, But 2 'Magnificent 7' Giants Left Out From Dan Ives' Top 10 Tech Winners For The AI Revolution In 2025 List

Citigroup analyst Steven Enders maintains Pegasystems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NASDAQ">PEGA</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $99 to $123.

Citigroup Maintains Buy on Pegasystems, Raises Price Target to $123

In the latest quarter, 10 analysts provided ratings for Pegasystems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NASDAQ">PEGA</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<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>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</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>
<tr>
<td>2M 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>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</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 set 12-month price targets for Pegasystems, revealing an average target of $89.1, a high estimate of $100.00, and a low estimate of $82.00. This current average has increased by 8.08% from the previous average price target of $82.44. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729879209_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The perception of Pegasystems by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Raimo Lenschow</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$82.00</td>
<td>$74.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Ives</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$100.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Blair Abernethy</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$95.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Blair Abernethy</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Steven Enders</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$87.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Yun Kim</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$84.00</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pinjalim Bora</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$83.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Blair Abernethy</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Walravens</td>
<td>JMP Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Market Outperform</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Daniel Ives</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Pegasystems. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Pegasystems 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>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Pegasystems's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PEGA/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Pegasystems analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Pegasystems's Background</h2>
Founded in 1983, Pegasystems provides a suite of solutions for customer engagement and business process management. The company's key offering is the Pega Infinity platform, which combines business process management, or BPM, with customer relationship management, or CRM, applications. The company focuses on enterprise-size customers, specifically within the financial, insurance, and healthcare fields.
<h3>Pegasystems: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Decline in Revenue: Over the 3 months period, Pegasystems faced challenges, resulting in a decline of approximately -2.87% 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 Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of -4.43%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -3.17%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Pegasystems's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.92%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 1.23, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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