CrowdStrike (CRWD, $193.29) beats fiscal Q2 expectations; boost full-year guidance
CrowdStrike Holdings posted its second-quarter fiscal 2023 non-GAAP earnings of 36 cents per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 28 cents. It was also a significant improvement from the year-ago quarter’s 11 cents a share.
The company’s revenues climbed +58% from the year-ago quarter to $535.2 million, topping the consensus estimate of $517.1 million.
Subscription revenues surged +60% year over year to $506.2 million. CrowdStrike added 1,741 net new subscription customers during the reported quarter, bringing the total subscription customer count to 19,686 as of Jul 31, 2022, implying a 51% jump year-over-year.
CrowdStrike raised its guidance for fiscal 2023. The company’s management currently estimates its revenues in the band of $2,223-$2,232 million compared with the previously projected band of $2,190.5-$2,205.8 million. The company now anticipates non-GAAP earnings in the band of $1.31-$1.33 per share, up from the prior range of $1.18-$1.22 per share.
For full fiscal 2023, the company projects non-GAAP operating income in the range of $321.8-$328.5 million, higher than the previous band of $306.5-$317.8 million.
For the third quarter, CrowdStrike expects non-GAAP earnings per share in the range of 30 cents to 32 cents, and revenues in the range of $569.1 million to $575.9 million.
CRWD sees MACD Histogram crosses below signal line
CRWD saw its Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) turn negative on June 07, 2023. This is a bearish signal that suggests the stock could decline going forward. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 41 instances where the indicator turned negative. In of the 41 cases the stock moved lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of a downward move at .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bearish Trend Analysis
The 10-day RSI Indicator for CRWD moved out of overbought territory on June 02, 2023. This could be a bearish sign for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 40 similar instances where the indicator moved out of overbought territory. In of the 40 cases, the stock moved lower in the following days. This puts the odds of a move lower at .
The Stochastic Oscillator may be shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. In of 53 cases where CRWD's Stochastic Oscillator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where CRWD declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on May 08, 2023. You may want to consider a long position or call options on CRWD as a result. In of 61 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
CRWD moved above its 50-day moving average on May 08, 2023 date and that indicates a change from a downward trend to an upward trend.
The 10-day moving average for CRWD crossed bullishly above the 50-day moving average on May 17, 2023. This indicates that the trend has shifted higher and could be considered a buy signal. In of 12 past instances when the 10-day crossed above the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where CRWD advanced for three days, in of 262 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In of 283 cases where CRWD Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are .
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. CRWD’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is significantly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (22.026) is normal, around the industry mean (31.510). P/E Ratio (0.000) is within average values for comparable stocks, (167.536). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.969) is also within normal values, averaging (4.116). Dividend Yield (0.000) settles around the average of (0.068) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (14.368) is also within normal values, averaging (77.832).
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. CRWD’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 89, placing this stock worse than average.
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Correlation & Price change
A.I.dvisor indicates that over the last year, CRWD has been closely correlated with ZS. These tickers have moved in lockstep 77% of the time. This A.I.-generated data suggests there is a high statistical probability that if CRWD jumps, then ZS could also see price increases.
| Ticker / NAME | Correlation To CRWD | 1D Price Change % | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRWD | 100% | -2.46% | ||
| ZS - CRWD | 77% Closely correlated | -5.28% | ||
| CYBR - CRWD | 70% Closely correlated | -0.60% | ||
| DDOG - CRWD | 70% Closely correlated | -8.08% | ||
| ESTC - CRWD | 70% Closely correlated | -5.38% | ||
| NET - CRWD | 70% Closely correlated | -8.51% | ||
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