Dropbox, Inc. · Technology · Software - Infrastructure
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$35.59
−$0.95 (−2.61%) 3:58 PM ET
After hours$35.57
−$0.02 (−0.04%) 6:10 AM ET
Prev closePrevC$36.54
OpenOpen$36.84
Day highHigh$37.00
Day lowLow$35.11
VolumeVol1,708,922
Avg volAvgVol4,227,967
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Mkt cap
$7.95B
EV/Sales
4.14
P/E ratio
17.94
FY Revenue
$2.53B
EPS
2.04
Gross Margin
79.72%
Div yield
0.00%
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Technology
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INTRADAY:71SWING:81LONG:59
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−41% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.59×
RSI
62.17(Strong)
Strong (60–70)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.01 (Strong)
MACD: 0.03 Signal: 0.03
Short-Term
+0.28 (Strong)
MACD: 0.26 Signal: -0.01
Long-Term
+0.11 (Strong)
MACD: 0.65 Signal: 0.55
Intraday trend score
68.53
LOW61.27HIGH79.07
Latest news
DBX•12 articles•Positive: 3Neutral: 5Negative: 4
NeutralZacks Investment Research• Na
Why the Market Dipped But Dropbox (DBX) Gained Today
Dropbox (DBX) closed at $35.60, up 2.09%, outperforming the S&P 500. The company is expected to report EPS of $0.73 (down 1.35% YoY) and revenue of $628.6 million (down 0.92% YoY). With a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold) and a Forward P/E of 11.46 trading below the industry average of 14.98, Dropbox appears undervalued but faces headwinds with a PEG ratio of 3.26 above the industry average of 1.81.
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Sentiment note
Dropbox received a Hold rating (Zacks Rank #3) with mixed signals: positive valuation metrics (Forward P/E discount vs. industry) are offset by declining EPS and revenue expectations, elevated PEG ratio, and the company's industry ranking in the bottom 32% of sectors. Recent price momentum is positive but fundamentals show weakness.
NegativeZacks Investment Research• Na
Dropbox (DBX) Exceeds Market Returns: Some Facts to Consider
Dropbox (DBX) closed at $34.37, outperforming the S&P 500 on the day but underperforming over the past month. The company has a Zacks Rank of #5 (Strong Sell) despite trading at a Forward P/E discount to its industry. Upcoming earnings are expected to show a 1.35% EPS decline year-over-year, though full-year earnings are projected to grow 7.04%. The Internet-Services industry ranks in the bottom 19% of all industries.
Dropbox received a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) rating. The company is underperforming its sector over the past month (-2.67% vs +6.36% sector gain), with expected quarterly EPS declining 1.35% year-over-year. Additionally, the stock's PEG ratio of 3.17 significantly exceeds the industry average of 1.68, suggesting overvaluation relative to growth prospects.
PositiveThe Motley Fool• Robert Izquierdo
Dropbox's Co-CEO Sells 28,800 Shares for $1 Million as the Stock Soars
Dropbox Co-CEO Ashraf Alkarmi sold 28,800 shares worth $1 million on September 11, 2026, through a pre-established Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. The sale was non-discretionary and occurred as the stock was climbing, reaching a 52-week high of $38.17 just days later. Alkarmi retains over 1 million shares, maintaining alignment with shareholders. Dropbox's stock has recovered from earlier 2026 losses amid AI concerns, with the company demonstrating resilience through consistent quarterly performance and stable customer base of 18.2 million paying customers.
Stock is performing well with a 15% one-year return and recently hit a 52-week high. The company demonstrated resilience against AI-related sector concerns with stable revenue growth (1% YoY increase to $631.5M in Q2) and consistent customer base of 18.2 million paying customers. The Co-CEO's substantial retained stake (1M+ shares) indicates confidence in the company's future despite the insider sale.
NegativeZacks Investment Research• Na
Dropbox (DBX) Laps the Stock Market: Here's Why
Dropbox (DBX) gained 1.46% in the latest session, outperforming the S&P 500, but holds a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) rating. The stock trades at a Forward P/E of 11.52, below its industry average of 15.96, but carries a concerning PEG ratio of 3.28 compared to the industry average of 1.48. Earnings are projected to decline 1.35% year-over-year, though full-year estimates show modest growth of 7.04%.
Dropbox received a Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) rating despite trading at a valuation discount. The company faces headwinds including a 2.45% monthly loss, projected earnings decline of 1.35% for the upcoming quarter, and a PEG ratio of 3.28 significantly above the industry average of 1.48, indicating overvaluation relative to growth prospects.
NeutralThe Motley Fool• Jonathan Ponciano
A Dropbox Executive Sold $1 Million in Stock Last Week. Here's What Long-Term Investors Should Know
Dropbox Chief Business Officer Eric Webster sold 30,650 shares worth $1 million on August 18, 2026, consisting of open-market sales and tax-withholding transactions. Despite the sale, Webster retains approximately 416,000 shares valued at $14.1 million. The transaction occurred as Dropbox reported positive commercial results including user growth and improved operating margins, though the stock has shown modest revenue growth under 1%.
While the insider sale could signal caution, it appears routine (tax withholding and no trading plan cited). Offsetting concerns are positive fundamentals: paying users grew to 18.19 million, Teams license growth turned positive for the first time since 2024, and the company raised full-year operating margin guidance by 50 basis points. However, revenue growth remains sluggish at under 1%, and the company is undergoing organizational restructuring, creating uncertainty about near-term execution.
NeutralThe Motley Fool• Jonathan Ponciano
Dropbox's Chief Accounting Officer Had 5,854 Shares Withheld. Here's What Investors Should Know
Dropbox's Chief Accounting Officer Sarah Schubach sold 5,854 shares worth $201,500 on August 17 to cover tax obligations from restricted stock unit vesting. The transaction reduced her direct holdings by 5%, though she maintains approximately 118,000 shares. This was a non-discretionary tax withholding event and does not reflect personal assessment of the stock's valuation. The company continues aggressive share buybacks while managing dilution through its stock repurchase program.
The insider share sale is non-discretionary and tax-driven rather than reflecting negative sentiment about valuation. However, the article notes multiple insider dispositions and slow revenue growth (0.9%), which are offsetting factors. The company's strong profitability, aggressive buyback program, and 20% 12-month stock return provide positive context, resulting in a neutral overall assessment.
NeutralThe Motley Fool• Jonathan Ponciano
Dropbox's CFO Filed Days After Raising Guidance. What Should Investors Make of the Sequence?
Dropbox CFO Ross Tennenbaum sold 20,326 shares (worth $699,621) on August 17, days after raising the company's full-year guidance. The sale was a non-discretionary tax-related transaction following RSU vesting and does not indicate a shift in the CFO's outlook. Tennenbaum raised operating margin guidance by 50 basis points and free cash flow guidance by $15 million, driven primarily by R&D efficiencies and go-to-market optimization rather than demand growth.
While the CFO's share sale could appear negative, the article explicitly states it was a non-discretionary tax-related transaction that does not reflect a change in outlook. The recent guidance raise with improved margins and free cash flow is positive, but the modest revenue growth guidance and reliance on user growth rather than demand strength temper overall optimism.
PositiveThe Motley Fool• Robert Izquierdo
What Does the Dropbox CTO's Sale of Nearly 13,000 Company Shares Mean for Investors?
Dropbox CTO Ali Dasdan sold 12,972 shares worth $389,160 on July 14, 2026, through a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. The sale is not considered a red flag as it was non-discretionary and the executive retained over 501,000 directly-held shares. Dropbox reported strong Q1 performance with revenue of $629.5 million and net income of $114.5 million, with the stock trading near its 52-week high.
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Sentiment note
The CTO's sale through a pre-arranged plan is non-discretionary and not a red flag. The executive maintained substantial equity holdings post-transaction, demonstrating continued confidence. Dropbox reported strong Q1 financial performance with revenue growth, high gross margins (~80%), and profitability ($114.5M net income). The stock was near 52-week highs and has shown 11% annual returns, reflecting solid market confidence.
NegativeInvesting.com• Daniel J. Friedman
3 IPO Blind Spots Investors Should Understand Before Chasing SpaceX
The article warns retail investors against chasing hot IPOs like SpaceX, citing three structural risks: unrefined analyst models, wild guidance swings, and post-IPO operational underperformance. Using Facebook's 2012 IPO as a cautionary tale (54% drop in 4 months), the author advocates for patience and discipline, recommending investors wait for hype to subside before entering positions and limit speculative IPO allocations to 5% of equity portfolios.
Cited as an example of post-IPO operational underperformance, posting massive losses in its first annual report after going public in 2018, illustrating the 'Post-IPO Distraction Slump' phenomenon.
U.S. equities reached fresh record highs on Friday, with the Nasdaq 100 jumping 1.6% above 29,000 and the S&P 500 climbing 0.8% to near 7,400. A strong April jobs report (115,000 jobs added) and a semiconductor rally led gains, with Micron Technology surging 13.5% for its best week since 2008. However, mixed earnings results saw software stocks stumble, with Cloudflare and HubSpot falling over 20% on weak guidance.
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Sentiment note
Rose 13% on positive earnings results.
NeutralInvesting.com• Pierre Raymond
Out With the Old Box and in With the New: A Check-in on the AI Transformation
Box Inc has successfully transitioned from a cloud storage provider to an AI-driven intelligent content management platform through its Suites strategy, bundling storage with AI features, e-signature, and security. While the company appears undervalued with a 21% margin of safety based on DCF analysis, it faces challenges including high EV/EBITDA multiples, concerns about growth ceiling, and potential competition from larger rivals like Microsoft and Google. The stock remains a 'show-me story' with mixed guru sentiment, requiring faster revenue growth above 15% to justify higher valuations.
Mentioned as a comparable company with lower P/E (14.82x) and similar EV/revenue (3.51x) multiples to Box, suggesting it trades at a discount. No specific analysis provided, neutral positioning as a peer comparison.
NegativeBenzinga• Rishabh Mishra
Stock Market Today: Dow Jones, S&P 500 Futures Slip After Weaker-Than-Expected GDP Report—Grail, Candel Therapeutics, Copart In Focus (UPDATED)
U.S. stock futures rose on Friday ahead of Q4 GDP data and PCE inflation gauge releases. Markets are pricing in a 94% likelihood of unchanged Fed rates in March. Notable movers include Copart missing earnings expectations, Comfort Systems raising dividends, Grail plunging 47% on weak earnings, Candel Therapeutics declining on stock offering announcement, and Dropbox falling despite beating earnings. Wells Fargo strategist recommends leaning into growth-sensitive sectors like Financials and Industrials rather than defensive positioning.
Stock fell 4.16% despite beating Q4 earnings expectations, with FY2026 guidance below market estimates. Maintains weaker price trend across all timeframes.
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