ROKU
Roku, Inc. · Communication Services · Entertainment
Last
$144.41
+$0.59 (+0.41%) 4:00 PM ET
Prev close $143.82
Open $143.63
Day high $144.70
Day low $143.48
Volume 2,861,047
Avg vol 6,424,093
Mkt cap
$21.33B
P/E ratio
107.77
FY Revenue
$4.97B
EPS
1.34
Gross Margin
44.19%
Sector
Communication Services
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ROKU
Roku, Inc.
Roku’s shares are trading in the upper half of their 52-week range with modest positive returns over the last 1–6 months and recent price action above VWAP and short-term averages. Fundamentally, the company has returned to profitability with improving cash generation but operates with very thin operating and net margins. Valuation multiples such as P/E and EV/EBITDA appear elevated relative to current earnings and EBITDA levels, while short interest and news flow point to a cautiously constructive but contested sentiment backdrop.
AI summarized at 5:18 PM ET, 2026-03-01
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 63 SWING: 55 LONG: 48
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−2% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.98×
RSI
64.94 (Strong)
Strong (60–70)
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.03 (Weak)
MACD: 0.02 Signal: 0.05
Short-Term
-0.03 (Weak)
MACD: 3.48 Signal: 3.51
Long-Term
+0.18 (Strong)
MACD: 6.29 Signal: 6.11
Intraday trend score 71.49

Latest news

ROKU 12 articles Positive: 2 Neutral: 7 Negative: 3
Positive The Motley Fool • Prosper Junior Bakiny
Netflix Is Down 43% From Its Most Recent High. History Says This May Happen Next

Netflix stock has declined 43% from its recent high amid poor guidance, leadership changes, and low subscriber engagement. Historical precedent suggests the stock could either bottom out around 40% decline (as in 2018) or drop significantly further like the 70% decline in 2021-2022. However, the company's new initiatives including ad-supported tiers, live TV channels, and sports content could drive recovery, making current levels potentially attractive for long-term investors.

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Sentiment note

Being acquired by Fox, which positions it as part of a larger competitive force in the streaming ecosystem.

Neutral The Motley Fool • Jack Delaney
3 Reasons Why Netflix Has a Lot to Prove on July 16

Netflix faces significant pressure ahead of its Q2 2026 earnings report on July 16. With stock down nearly 20% in 2026 and 40% over the past year, investors are seeking reassurance on three key fronts: whether content costs remain under control, clarity on the company's acquisition strategy, and evidence that Netflix is reversing recent losses. The earnings report will be a critical test for both short-term traders and long-term investors.

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Sentiment note

Mentioned as a potential acquisition target for Netflix, but Fox entered a definitive agreement to acquire Roku instead. No direct sentiment impact on Roku is expressed in the article.

Positive The Motley Fool • Jeremy Bowman
Why The Trade Desk Fell 16% in June

The Trade Desk stock fell 16% in June amid concerns about slowing revenue growth and increased competition from tech giants like Google, Amazon, and Meta that are leveraging AI to strengthen their advertising platforms. The departure of the Chief Revenue Officer after seven months added to investor concerns, though the company did resolve a dispute with Publicis and could benefit from the Fox-Roku merger.

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Sentiment note

Merger with Fox could be a tailwind for The Trade Desk, with analyst noting The Trade Desk is 'critically important' to both companies.

Neutral The Motley Fool • Jennifer Saibil
Why Netflix Stock Dropped 24% in the First Half of 2026

Netflix stock fell 24% in H1 2026 amid investor concerns about future growth opportunities, failed acquisition attempts, and founder Reed Hastings' departure. Despite strong fundamentals including 16% YoY revenue growth, 32.3% operating margins, and 300+ million subscribers, uncertainty about the company's next strategic direction has weighed on the stock, which now trades at 25x trailing earnings.

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Sentiment note

Mentioned as a company Netflix considered acquiring but the deal didn't materialize. No direct impact on Roku's operations or sentiment indicated in the article.

Neutral The Motley Fool • Motley Fool Youtube
Comcast's Data Advantage: Can Targeted Streaming Ads Offset the Decline in Pay TV?

As traditional pay-TV declines, Comcast could leverage its extensive cable-box viewing data to gain a competitive edge in targeted streaming and CTV advertising. However, this strategy carries risks related to viewer experience, customer churn, and evolving privacy regulations.

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Sentiment note

Mentioned as a related company in the streaming/advertising space but no specific analysis provided in the article content.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Ademi Llp
Shareholder Alert: Ademi LLP investigates whether Roku, Inc. is obtaining a Fair Price for Public Shareholders

Ademi LLP is investigating Roku's acquisition by Fox for potential breaches of fiduciary duty. Under the deal, Roku shareholders will receive $96 cash and 0.9693 Fox shares per Roku share, valuing the transaction at $160 per share. The investigation focuses on whether the Roku board is fulfilling its fiduciary duties, citing concerns about insider benefits and restrictive deal terms that limit competing bids.

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Sentiment note

Under investigation for potential breaches of fiduciary duty by board of directors; concerns raised about fair pricing, insider benefits, and restrictive deal terms that limit competing bids

Neutral The Motley Fool • Daniel Sparks
Netflix Stock Is Trading Near a 52-Week Low. Is It Finally a Buy?

Netflix stock has fallen 46% from its mid-2025 peak to around $72, hitting a 52-week low. While the company faces headwinds including slowing revenue growth and failed acquisition attempts, its advertising business is booming with revenue expected to double to $3 billion in 2026. At 23x forward earnings, the stock offers a reasonable entry point for long-term investors, though it's not yet a bargain and the bottom may not be in.

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Sentiment note

Fox agreed to acquire Roku, with Netflix reportedly being one of the bidders. Netflix's interest in acquiring Roku suggests the company may need external acquisitions to remain competitive, which some investors view negatively.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Halper Sadeh Llc
Halper Sadeh LLC is Investigating Whether DAN, ROKU, TBRG, AFBI are Obtaining Fair Deals for their Shareholders

Investor rights law firm Halper Sadeh LLC is investigating four proposed mergers and acquisitions to determine if shareholders are receiving fair deals. The investigations focus on Dana Incorporated's sale to Eaton Corporation, Roku's acquisition by Fox Corporation, TruBridge's sale to Inventurus Knowledge Solutions, and Affinity Bancshares' merger with Fidelity BancShares. The firm is examining potential securities law violations and fiduciary duty breaches, particularly regarding insider benefits and terms that may limit competing offers.

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Sentiment note

Subject to investigation regarding fairness of Fox Corporation acquisition terms; potential concerns about insider benefits and limited competing offers

Neutral The Motley Fool • John Bromels
After Missing Out on Roku, Netflix Claims It Won't Buy Lionsgate. Here's Why the Market Hates That Answer.

Netflix's stock has fallen 17.5% year-to-date after losing bidding wars for Warner Bros. Discovery and Roku, and denying interest in acquiring Lionsgate. However, the article argues the market is overreacting, as Netflix's business model has shifted to prioritizing original content rather than legacy libraries, with strong financial performance including 47% revenue growth and 215% net income growth over three years.

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Sentiment note

Acquired by Fox Corp. instead of Netflix. The article suggests Roku was a less natural fit for Netflix anyway due to regulatory concerns and its role as a platform for Netflix's competitors.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Brodsky & Smith
BRODSKY & SMITH SHAREHOLDER UPDATE: Notifying Investors of the Following Investigations: Apogee Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq – APGE), Simulations Plus, Inc. (Nasdaq – SLP), Roku, Inc. (Nasdaq – ROKU), TruBridge, Inc. (Nasdaq – TBRG)

Brodsky & Smith law firm has announced investigations into multiple merger transactions, including Apogee Therapeutics (acquired by AbbVie for $135.11/share), Roku (acquired by Fox for $160/share), TruBridge (acquired by Inventurus for $26.25/share), and Organon (acquired by Sun Pharmaceutical for $14/share). The investigations focus on whether the respective boards breached fiduciary duties by failing to conduct fair processes and whether deal consideration provides fair value to shareholders.

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Sentiment note

Under investigation for potential board breach of fiduciary duties regarding merger fairness and deal consideration adequacy

Neutral The Motley Fool • Marc Guberti
Is The Trade Desk Due for a Comeback?

The Trade Desk stock has fallen over 50% year-to-date to $18.53, down from $140 in late 2024. While revenue growth has slowed from 20%+ to 8-12% annually, the company maintains strong 95%+ customer retention and now trades at a reasonable 20.6 P/E ratio. The article suggests the stock correction appears overdone, positioning it as a value play rather than a growth opportunity.

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Sentiment note

Mentioned as a comparable streaming stock that crashed from pandemic highs (~$500 to $160 acquisition price). Used as context for The Trade Desk's similar trajectory, but no specific investment recommendation provided.

Neutral The Motley Fool • Rick Munarriz
Netflix Finally Makes an Acquisition That Wall Street Actually Likes

Netflix is acquiring Radford Studio Center in California for approximately $400 million, a significant discount from its $1.85 billion sale price five years ago. The deal signals Netflix's commitment to ramping up original content production. Despite this positive move, Netflix stock has declined 37% over the past year amid disappointing earnings results and failed bids for other major acquisitions like Warner Bros. Discovery and Roku.

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Sentiment note

Roku was reportedly bid on by Netflix but the deal did not materialize. Roku was subsequently acquired by Fox in a $22 billion deal. The mention is contextual to Netflix's failed acquisition attempts rather than reflecting on Roku's operational performance.

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