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Netskope, Inc. is a cybersecurity company based in Santa Clara, California, that provides converged security, networking, and analytics through its cloud-native Netskope One platform. The platform spans Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) and Security Service Edge (SSE) capabilities, including cloud access security broker (CASB), secure web gateway (SWG), zero trust network access, data loss prevention, cloud firewall, and SD-WAN, along with the SkopeAI suite for securing AI and cloud usage.
The company, founded in 2012, went public on the Nasdaq Global Select Market in September 2025 at $19 per share. It serves thousands of customers, including a significant share of the Fortune 100, and competes in the fast-growing cloud and AI security market against peers such as Zscaler (ZS), Palo Alto Networks (PANW), and CrowdStrike (CRWD). Investors follow NTSK closely for its top-line growth, ARR trajectory, and progress toward profitability.
Over the last 30 days, NTSK advanced from a closing price of about $11.96 to $15.09, a gain of approximately 26.2%. The move was not a straight line: the stock consolidated in the low-$12 range into early August before accelerating through the mid-$13s to $15s in the second half of the month.
The broader quarterly picture is more volatile. Roughly three months earlier, the stock traded near $12.14, so it is up about 24% over the quarter. That headline gain, however, masks a sharp drawdown in early June, when shares fell to roughly $8.47 after the company's fiscal second-quarter report, followed by a recovery of more than 75% from those mid-June lows. The stock's 52-week range spans $7.66 to $27.99, with a market capitalization of roughly $6.1 billion.
The recent rally was driven primarily by improving analyst sentiment and renewed demand for cloud and AI security exposure. In mid-August, RBC Capital raised its price target to $18 from $13 with an Outperform rating, while JPMorgan lifted its target to $16 from $14 and KeyCorp raised its target to $17.50. Mizuho also increased its target to $16, citing Netskope's positioning in cloud-native security and emerging AI-security opportunities. TD Cowen and Wells Fargo reiterated Buy ratings.
Institutional positioning also played a role. In July, ICONIQ Strategic Partners, a major shareholder, disclosed the purchase of 610,291 shares at an average price near $11.82, a signal that drew investor attention. The move was partially offset by broader insider selling over the period and by a Deutsche Bank downgrade to Hold from Buy on August 17, which cited expectations for a muted quarter ahead of the September earnings report.
The quarter's defining event was the company's earnings report on June 3. Netskope posted revenue of $201.6 million, up 27.8% year over year, and a non-GAAP loss of $0.06 per share, beating the consensus estimate of a $0.07 loss. ARR reached $845 million, up 29% year over year. However, forward guidance for revenue growth in the mid-20% range fell short of some expectations, triggering a selloff that pushed shares from around $12 to a low near $8.47 in early June.
From those lows, sentiment gradually recovered as investors rotated back into cybersecurity and cloud-security names. Renewed focus on securing AI adoption and continued strong demand for SASE and SSE platforms helped rebuild confidence, lifting the stock back above $15. The net result is a quarter that looks strong on the surface but carried meaningful downside volatility along the way.
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The primary near-term catalyst is Netskope's next earnings report, scheduled for September 2, 2026, which will be closely watched for ARR growth, revenue guidance, and any updates on sales productivity. Investors should also monitor how quickly the company monetizes its SkopeAI security offerings amid rising demand for AI-related protection, as well as competitive pressure in the SASE market from larger platform vendors.
Other factors to watch include the company's path toward profitability, gross margin trends, insider and institutional activity, and the appointment of a new chief financial officer noted by analysts. Macroeconomic conditions and cybersecurity-sector sentiment could also influence the stock's direction. None of this constitutes a prediction of future performance.
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NTSK's Aroon Indicator triggered a bullish signal on August 25, 2026. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor detected that the AroonUp green line is above 70 while the AroonDown red line is below 30. When the up indicator moves above 70 and the down indicator remains below 30, it is a sign that the stock could be setting up for a bullish move. Traders may want to buy the stock or look to buy calls options. A.I.dvisor looked at 36 similar instances where the Aroon Indicator showed a similar pattern. In 33 of the 36 cases, the stock moved higher in the days that followed. This puts the odds of a move higher at 90%.
Following a +5.23% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where NTSK advanced for three days, in 49 of 57 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 86%.
The 10-day RSI Indicator for NTSK moved out of overbought territory on August 14, 2026. 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 6 similar instances where the indicator moved out of overbought territory. In 5 of the 6 cases, the stock moved lower in the following days. This puts the odds of a move lower at 83%.
The Stochastic Oscillator may be shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. In 10 of 10 cases where NTSK's Stochastic Oscillator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 90%.
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on September 11, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on NTSK as a result. In 7 of 9 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 78%.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for NTSK turned negative on August 20, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 6 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In 4 of the 6 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at 67%.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where NTSK declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 85%.
NTSK broke above its upper Bollinger Band on August 07, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 37 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. NTSK’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 74 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly 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 (38.314) is normal, around the industry mean (22.181). P/E Ratio (0.000) is within average values for comparable stocks, (120.106). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.000) is also within normal values, averaging (1.993). NTSK has a moderately low Dividend Yield (0.000) as compared to the industry average of (0.020). P/S Ratio (7.474) is also within normal values, averaging (109.949).
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 100 (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 SMR rating for this company is 100 (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 Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 100 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. NTSK’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 92, placing this stock worse than average.
The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows
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