F5 Networks Inc (FFIV)

Currency in USD
299.09
+3.90(+1.32%)
Closed·
298.75-0.34(-0.11%)
·
Earnings results expected in 13 days
FFIV is not included in our AI-picked strategies. See which stocks are.
Fair Value
Day's Range
295.91300.35
52 wk Range
223.76346.00
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
295.19
Open
296.7
Day's Range
295.91-300.35
52 wk Range
223.76-346
Volume
473.94K
Average Vol. (3m)
831.62K
1-Year Change
13.4937%
Book Value / Share
60.91
Fair Value
unlockUnlock
Fair Value Upside
unlockUnlock
FFIV Scorecardpro icon
Company’s Health
Unlock
Fair Value
Unlock Price
Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
310.30
Upside
+3.75%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Management has been aggressively buying back shares

F5 Networks Inc News & Analysis

Show more

Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Strong Buy

F5, Inc. provides multicloud application security and delivery solutions in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific region. The company’s distributed cloud services enable its customers to deploy, secure, and operate applications in any architecture, from on-premises to the public cloud. It also offers unified, security, networking, and application management solutions, such as web app and API protection; multi-cloud networking; application delivery and deployment; domain name system; content delivery network; and application deployment and orchestration. In addition, the company provides application security and delivery products, including NGINX Plus; NGINX One Console; NGINX Ingress Controller; WAF for NGINX; BIG-IP Packaged Software; and BIG-IP Systems. Further, it provides a range of professional services, including maintenance, consulting, training, and other technical support services. The company sells its products to large enterprise businesses, public sector institutions, governments, and service providers through distributors, value-added resellers, managed service providers, systems integrators, and other indirect channel partners. It has partnerships with public cloud providers, such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform. The company was formerly known as F5 Networks, Inc. and changed its name to F5, Inc. in November 2021. F5, Inc. was incorporated in 1996 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

Employees
6545

F5 Networks Inc SWOT Analysis


Analyst Outlook
Price targets range from $267 to $290, with most analysts maintaining neutral stances as F5 balances robust hardware demand against software challenges and security breach fallout.
Software Struggles
Explore the concerning flat performance in F5's software segment, with term-renewals facing delays and the transition to Data Center as a Service creating short-term friction.
System Strength
Delve into F5's impressive 27% growth in systems revenue, driven by datacenter refresh cycles, enterprise AI infrastructure builds, and favorable competitive positioning.
Security Setback
F5 faces significant challenges following a BIG-IP security breach, casting a shadow over otherwise strong financial performance and tempering outlook for fiscal year 2026.
Read full SWOT analysis

F5 Networks Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • F5 Networks reported Q1 2026 EPS of $4.45 (21.92% above forecast) and revenue of $822 million (up 7% YoY), driving a 9.29% after-hours stock surge to $292.30
  • Systems revenue jumped 37% to $218 million while software revenue declined 8% to $192 million, reflecting strong demand for hybrid multi-cloud solutions and AI infrastructure
  • The company raised its full-year revenue growth outlook to 5-6%, projecting mid-single-digit software growth and double-digit systems growth
  • Q2 revenue guidance was set at $770-790 million, with full-year non-GAAP EPS projected between $15.65 and $16.05
  • CEO François Locoh-Donou highlighted AI's transformative impact on application behavior and emphasized hybrid multi-cloud as the dominant operating model
Last Updated: 02/03/2026, 05:39 AM
Read Full Transcript

Compare FFIV to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
FFIV
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
22.1x21.5x12.7x
PEG Ratio
1.085.320.01
Price / Book
4.4x4.4x2.4x
Price / LTM Sales
5.0x3.5x2.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
8.4%0.0%26.9%
Fair Value Upside
Unlock21.5%3.4%Unlock

Analyst Ratings

4 Buy
8 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
13 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 310.30
(+3.75% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Evercore ISI
Hold320.00+6.99%-MaintainJan 28, 2026
RBC Capital
Buy345.00+15.35%325.00MaintainJan 28, 2026
Piper Sandler
Buy325.00+8.66%295.00MaintainJan 28, 2026
Morgan Stanley
Hold305.00+1.98%296.00MaintainJan 28, 2026
Needham
Hold---MaintainJan 28, 2026

Earnings

Latest Release
Jan 27, 2026
EPS / Forecast
4.45 / 3.65
Revenue / Forecast
822M / 755.96M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

FFIV Income Statement

People Also Watch

168.27
GLW
-2.63%
304.95
JBL
-0.33%
396.61
AVGO
+4.16%
985.92
GEV
-0.16%
90.38
AKAM
+1.73%

FAQ

What Is the F5 Networks (FFIV) Stock Price Today?

The F5 Networks stock price today is 299.09 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does F5 Networks Trade On?

F5 Networks is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for F5 Networks?

The stock symbol for F5 Networks is "FFIV."

What Is the F5 Networks Market Cap?

As of today, F5 Networks market cap is 15.55B USD.

What Is F5 Networks's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The F5 Networks EPS (TTM) is 12.08.

When Is the Next F5 Networks Earnings Date?

F5 Networks will release its next earnings report on Apr 28, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is FFIV a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has F5 Networks Stock Split?

F5 Networks has split 1 times.

How Many Employees Does F5 Networks Have?

F5 Networks has 6545 employees.

What is the current trading status of F5 Networks (FFIV)?

As of Apr 15, 2026, F5 Networks (FFIV) is trading at a price of 299.09 USD, with a previous close of 295.19 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 295.91 USD to 300.35 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 223.76 USD to 346.00 USD.

What Is F5 Networks (FFIV) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for F5 Networks is 310.30 USD, with a high estimate of 345 USD and a low estimate of 250 USD. 4 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an +3.75% Upside potential.

What Is the FFIV Premarket Price?

FFIV's last pre-market stock price is 296.88 USD. The pre-market share volume is 180.00, and the stock has decreased by 1.69, or 0.57%.

What Is the FFIV After Hours Price?

FFIV's last after hours stock price is 298.75 USD, the stock has decreased by -0.34, or -0.11%.
Risk Disclosure: Trading in financial instruments and/or cryptocurrencies involves high risks including the risk of losing some, or all, of your investment amount, and may not be suitable for all investors. Prices of cryptocurrencies are extremely volatile and may be affected by external factors such as financial, regulatory or political events. Trading on margin increases the financial risks.
Before deciding to trade in financial instrument or cryptocurrencies you should be fully informed of the risks and costs associated with trading the financial markets, carefully consider your investment objectives, level of experience, and risk appetite, and seek professional advice where needed.
Fusion Media would like to remind you that the data contained in this website is not necessarily real-time nor accurate. The data and prices on the website are not necessarily provided by any market or exchange, but may be provided by market makers, and so prices may not be accurate and may differ from the actual price at any given market, meaning prices are indicative and not appropriate for trading purposes. Fusion Media and any provider of the data contained in this website will not accept liability for any loss or damage as a result of your trading, or your reliance on the information contained within this website.
It is prohibited to use, store, reproduce, display, modify, transmit or distribute the data contained in this website without the explicit prior written permission of Fusion Media and/or the data provider. All intellectual property rights are reserved by the providers and/or the exchange providing the data contained in this website.
Fusion Media may be compensated by the advertisers that appear on the website, based on your interaction with the advertisements or advertisers.
© 2007-2026 - Fusion Media Limited. All Rights Reserved.