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+$4.32 (+18.46%) 4:00 PM ET
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+$0.05 (+0.18%) 12:53 AM ET
Prev closePrevC$23.40
OpenOpen$23.81
Day highHigh$27.76
Day lowLow$23.81
VolumeVol2,230,633
Avg volAvgVol985,478
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Mkt cap
$1.72B
P/E ratio
1,386.00
FY Revenue
$762.69M
EPS
0.02
Gross Margin
71.80%
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Technology
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APPN
Appian Corporation
Appian shows improving profitability with positive net income, free cash flow, and modest revenue growth, but trades at elevated valuation multiples relative to its thin margins. The share price is under pressure across 3–12 month horizons and sits in the lower half of its 52-week range, below key moving averages, while technical indicators point to weak momentum and a bearish pattern backdrop. Short interest and recent news flow indicate heightened skepticism toward the name and the broader software sector, contributing to a cautious overall positioning.
AI summarized at 6:53 PM ET, 2026-03-26
AI summary scores
INTRADAY:32SWING:28LONG:41
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+197% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 2.97×
RSI
60.39(Strong)
Strong (60–70)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.01 (Strong)
MACD: 0.06 Signal: 0.05
Short-Term
+0.31 (Strong)
MACD: -0.04 Signal: -0.35
Long-Term
+0.28 (Strong)
MACD: -0.83 Signal: -1.10
Intraday trend score
73.16
LOW69.16HIGH80.16
Latest news
APPN•12 articles•Positive: 9Neutral: 1Negative: 2
NeutralGlobeNewswire Inc.• Not Specified
Appian Corporation to Present in Upcoming Investor Conferences
Appian announced that Chief Financial Officer Serge Tanjga will present at two upcoming conferences: a fireside chat at the TD Cowen Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on May 28, 2026, and a presentation at the William Blair Growth Stock Conference on June 2, 2026. Both sessions will be webcast live.
The announcement is a routine disclosure of conference participation by company leadership. While conference presentations can provide investor engagement opportunities, this is standard corporate activity with no indication of positive or negative business developments.
PositiveThe Motley Fool• Jeremy Bowman
This Small-Cap Stock Just Crushed Earnings. Is It a Buy?
Appian reported strong Q1 2026 earnings with 21% revenue growth and doubled adjusted EPS, beating consensus estimates. The company raised full-year guidance and is leveraging AI to drive customer adoption. However, negative sentiment toward the software sector and competition from AI platforms remain headwinds. At a forward P/E of 23, the stock's valuation appears to have priced in these risks.
APPNMSMSPAMSPEearningssoftware-as-a-servicebusiness process automationAI integration
Sentiment note
Strong Q1 earnings beat with 21% revenue growth, 25% cloud subscription revenue growth, doubled adjusted EPS ($0.27 vs $0.18 consensus), raised full-year guidance, and 40% of customers adopting AI-inclusive tiers. Solid fundamentals and momentum despite sector headwinds.
NegativeThe Motley Fool• Jonathan Ponciano
This Fund Sold $38 Million in Appian Stock Last Quarter. Shares Have Fallen Over 25% This Year
Abdiel Capital Advisors sold 1,075,738 shares of Appian (worth $38.32 million) in Q4 2025, reducing its stake to 12.4% of assets. Appian shares have fallen 28.1% over the past year and underperformed the S&P 500 by 39.1 percentage points. Despite the reduction, Abdiel maintains a double-digit allocation, suggesting risk management rather than abandonment of the investment thesis.
Stock has declined 28.1% over the past year and 25%+ in 2026 alone, significantly underperforming the S&P 500. A major investor reduced its stake by $38.32 million, signaling concern about valuation or growth prospects despite the company's improved profitability and revenue growth.
NegativeInvesting.com• Michael Lebowitz
Software Stocks: Navigating the SaaSpocalypse
The software sector has underperformed significantly, with the IGV software ETF down 30% since September 2025 while broader tech remains flat. The 'SaaSpocalypse' narrative suggests AI threatens traditional SaaS companies by enabling cheaper custom software development and lowering competitive barriers. However, counterarguments highlight that enterprise software value extends beyond code, including switching costs, data integration, and customer trust. The article advises investors to evaluate each software company individually, as AI will strengthen some moats while threatening others, and recommends small starter positions with stop-losses given current market volatility.
Market betting it has weakest moats among IGV top 10 holdings; low-code platform potentially threatened by AI-driven development
PositiveThe Motley Fool• Motley Fool Staff
Readying for Berkshire Hathaway Beyond Warren Buffett
Warren Buffett announced his transition away from CEO role at Berkshire Hathaway, writing a Thanksgiving letter that clarifies Greg Abel will handle future leadership, signaling a definitive but modest handover of responsibilities.
Showing signs of growth with strong cloud subscription revenue and profitability
PositiveInvesting.com• Sam Quirke
Appian: Is This Stock the AI Play Investors Have Completely Missed?
Appian Corporation has emerged as a potential hidden AI investment, with its stock surging over 50% after a strong Q3 earnings report, showcasing practical AI tools in enterprise technology despite analyst caution.
Stock jumped 50% after beating earnings expectations, launched innovative AI Agent Studio product, and showed signs of improving business discipline and scalability
PositiveThe Motley Fool• Jeremy Bowman
This Dark-Horse AI Stock Has Great News for Investors
Appian reported strong Q2 earnings with 17% revenue growth, driven by AI technology investments. The company's cloud subscription revenue rose 21%, and it demonstrated improved cost efficiency, breaking even on an adjusted basis.
APPNMSFTCRMAIlow-codeautomationcloudtechnology
Sentiment note
Strong Q2 performance with 17% revenue growth, 21% cloud subscription revenue increase, improved cost efficiency, successful AI platform adoption (50% of new customers purchasing AI features), and confident market positioning against competitors like Microsoft and Salesforce
Asante Announces Commitments of $470 Million Anchored by Appian and RMB; TSX-V Conditional Acceptance for Listing
Asante Gold Corporation has received $470 million in credit and equity commitments, including a $175 million financing package from Appian and a $170 million credit commitment from RMB. The company has also received conditional acceptance for listing on the TSX Venture Exchange.
APPNfinancingcreditequitylistinggold mining
Sentiment note
Appian is providing a $175 million financing package to Asante, which is a significant commitment that will help the company fund its growth plans.
PositiveGlobeNewswire Inc.• Qks Group
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Market Disruptions: The $7.9 Billion Opportunity Vendors Can’t Afford to Miss
The global Robotic Process Automation (RPA) market is projected to reach $7.9 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 11.72% from 2024 to 2030. RPA solutions are becoming essential for enterprises to drive digital transformation, enhance productivity, and reduce operational costs.
PATHNICEAPPNNOWRobotic Process AutomationRPADigital TransformationAutomation
Sentiment note
Appian is mentioned as one of the key industry players in the RPA market, indicating its strong market presence and competitive position.
PositiveThe Motley Fool• The Motley Fool
This Tech Stock Is Soaring -- but Can It Go Even Higher?
Appian, a low-code software company, reported stronger-than-expected Q4 earnings and 2025 guidance, leading to a 16% surge in its stock price. The company achieved breakeven adjusted earnings, beat sales expectations, and provided an optimistic 2025 outlook, despite a projected slowdown in cloud subscription revenue growth.
Appian reported strong Q4 results, including beating earnings and revenue expectations, as well as providing a favorable 2025 guidance. This led to a significant increase in the company's stock price, indicating a positive sentiment from investors.
Carahsoft and Partners Showcase Cybersecurity and AI & ML Innovations at AUSA 2024 in Washington, D.C. on Oct. 14-16
Carahsoft and over 15 of its technology partners will showcase cybersecurity and AI & ML solutions at the AUSA 2024 event in Washington, D.C. from October 14-16, 2024.
ADBECOURBBAPPNcybersecurityAImachine learningAUSA
Sentiment note
Appian is mentioned as one of the vendor partners exhibiting outside of Carahsoft's booth, indicating their participation in the event.
PositiveGlobeNewswire Inc.• Dimension Market Research
RPA and Hyperautomation Market Size To Reach USD 103.3 Billion By 2033, at 23.9% CAGR: Insights By Dimension Market Research
The global RPA and hyperautomation market is expected to reach $103.3 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 23.9%. Key drivers include the need for operational efficiency, digital transformation, and regulatory compliance. Challenges include high implementation costs and data security concerns.
Appian announced the acquisition of Jidoka, a Spanish RPA vendor, to bolster its automation capabilities and expand its market presence in Europe, indicating the company's strategic focus on growth and expansion.
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