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$11.41
+$0.11 (+0.97%) 1:15 PM ET
Prev closePrevC$11.30
OpenOpen$11.29
Day highHigh$11.69
Day lowLow$11.29
VolumeVol1,109,574
Avg volAvgVol3,189,939
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Mkt cap
$1.39B
P/E ratio
13.58
FY Revenue
$787.78M
EPS
0.84
Gross Margin
77.82%
Sector
Communication Services
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BEARISH
UPWK
Upwork Inc.
Upwork shows firm upward price momentum near its 52-week high supported by multiple bullish technical signals. Fundamentally, the company combines high margins, positive earnings, and solid free cash flow with only modest recent revenue and earnings growth. A meaningful short interest and elevated short-volume ratio point to ongoing skepticism and the potential for sharper price swings.
AI summarized at 10:33 PM ET, 2026-01-25
AI summary scores
INTRADAY:72SWING:78LONG:82
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−23% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.77×
RSI
45.14(Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.01 (Weak)
MACD: 0.01 Signal: 0.01
Short-Term
+0.17 (Strong)
MACD: -0.56 Signal: -0.74
Long-Term
+0.16 (Strong)
MACD: -1.67 Signal: -1.83
Intraday trend score
50.48
LOW47.48HIGH51.48
Latest news
UPWK•12 articles•Positive: 7Neutral: 4Negative: 1
PositiveInvesting.com• David Wagner
These 9 Oversold Stocks Are Significantly Undervalued - Perfect Time to Buy?
The article identifies 9 oversold US stocks trading 30.7% to 66.3% below estimated fair value amid market volatility driven by Middle East tensions and inflation concerns. Using a value investing strategy based on sharp year-to-date declines, proximity to 52-week lows, oversold RSI signals, and undervaluation metrics, the analysis highlights stocks with strong fundamentals that have been excessively sold off, presenting potential rebound opportunities for patient investors.
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Sentiment note
Stock has fallen due to slower growth concerns, but the company shows improving profitability and stronger cash flows. Positioned as a strong business under short-term pressure with good long-term potential as freelance work and AI adoption rise.
NeutralThe Motley Fool• Prosper Junior Bakiny
Is Fiverr a Multimillionaire-Maker Stock?
Fiverr could benefit from the growing gig economy and AI-related services demand, but faces significant headwinds including slowing revenue growth (10% YoY in 2025), declining active buyers (down 13.6% YoY to 3.1 million), and intense competition. The article concludes Fiverr lacks the sustained strong financial performance and market moat needed to be considered a multimillionaire-maker stock.
Mentioned as a larger competitor to Fiverr in the gig economy space. No specific analysis or performance data provided about Upwork itself, only noted as a competitive threat to Fiverr's market position.
NeutralBenzinga• Lekha Gupta
Why Upwork Shares Are Seeing Blue Skies On Wednesday?
Upwork shares rose 6.90% on Wednesday following the announcement of a new $300 million share repurchase program approved by its board. The company reported record financial results in 2025 and a return to gross services volume growth. However, technical analysis shows the stock remains in a bearish trend, trading below its moving averages with mixed momentum signals despite being oversold.
While the $300 million buyback announcement and record 2025 results are positive catalysts driving a 6.90% daily gain, the stock remains in a bearish technical trend, trading 23-24% below key moving averages with a 17% decline over 12 months. The oversold RSI suggests potential rebound, but overall momentum remains negative despite the positive news.
NeutralGlobeNewswire Inc.• Na
Zoom Opens Nominations for First U.S. Solopreneur 50 List, Recognizing AI-First Solo Business Leaders
Zoom launched the Solopreneur 50 List (ZSP50), a recognition and grant program honoring 50 solo business leaders across the U.S. who leverage AI to scale their ventures. Nominations are open until February 13, 2026. The initiative highlights that 82% of U.S. small businesses operate without employees, with 64% of solopreneurs stating they couldn't operate without AI. Survey data shows 91% of small businesses achieved ROI on AI investments within one year, with AI helping reduce costs (82%), increase customer acquisition (91%), and improve retention (87%).
Upwork is mentioned as a research partner in the survey of small businesses and solopreneurs regarding AI adoption. While the partnership indicates relevance to the solopreneur ecosystem, the mention is limited to survey collaboration with no direct business impact or strategic implications discussed.
PositiveInvesting.com• Dan Schmidt
Upwork Tries to Shake Its Meme Past as Profits and AI Momentum Drive a New Run
Upwork is experiencing a resurgence in 2025, driven by revenue growth, successful AI integration, and technical market trends, despite potential challenges from shrinking gig volumes and broader labor market weaknesses.
Company has shown revenue growth, record profit margins, successful AI adaptation, and technical market indicators suggesting potential stock price appreciation
NeutralThe Motley Fool• Parkev Tatevosian, Cfa
Down 35% in 2025: Should You Buy This Undervalued Growth Stock?
Fiverr's stock is underperforming in 2025 due to investor concerns about artificial intelligence's potential impact on its gig economy platform, which focuses on a narrow customer segment.
Mentioned in related articles, but no specific sentiment details provided in the main article text
PositiveBenzinga• Evette Mitkov
Upwork Stock Surges 7%: What's Going On?
Upwork held its 2025 Investor Day, presenting a long-term growth strategy focused on AI-powered workflows. The company expects 4-6% GSV growth in 2026 and introduced new 2028 financial targets with 13-15% revenue CAGR.
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Sentiment note
Company outlined ambitious growth plans, introduced AI strategy, projected strong financial growth for 2026 and 2028, and stock price surged 7% following the investor day presentation
PositiveGlobeNewswire Inc.• Upwork Research Institute
Upwork Monthly Hiring Report: Hiring for Customer-Facing Skills Increased 30% in October as Businesses Prepare for Holiday Demand
Upwork's October hiring report reveals a 30% increase in customer-facing skills hiring, with 78% of businesses planning to hire independent talent. The report highlights growing demand for AI-enabled skills, flexible workforce solutions, and strategic creative talent.
Report demonstrates strong market demand for Upwork's services, growing AI and flexible talent adoption, and increasing business reliance on independent professionals
PositiveBenzinga• Rishabh Mishra
Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Fall As Uber Drops Nearly 6% After Q3 Miss—AMD, Palantir, Denny's In Focus (UPDATED)
U.S. stock futures declined on Tuesday, with market concerns around an AI bubble and potential economic impacts from the government shutdown. Several tech and service companies reported earnings, with mixed results driving market volatility.
Jumped 18.30% after reporting better-than-expected Q3 results and raising FY25 guidance
NegativeThe Motley Fool• Parkev Tatevosian, Cfa
Should Investors Buy Upwork Stock Despite the Risks From Artificial Intelligence?
Investors are worried that Upwork might lose clients due to the increasing adoption of artificial intelligence technologies, potentially impacting the company's business model.
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Sentiment note
Investors are concerned about potential client loss due to AI technologies replacing traditional freelance work, suggesting a challenging future for the platform
PositiveInvesting.com• Gabriel Osorio-Mazzilli
Upwork Buyback Signals Confidence as $100M Capital Return Boosts Intrinsic Value
Upwork announced a $100 million stock buyback program, signaling confidence in its future growth potential. The company reported strong Q2 revenue of $194.9 million, recently acquired two companies, and expects to tap into a $650 billion total addressable market in the labor platform sector.
Strong Q2 revenue, $100M buyback program, recent acquisitions, raised guidance for 2025, high free cash flow of $65.6 million, and potential to capture significant market share in a $650 billion total addressable market
PositiveGlobeNewswire Inc.• Elisabeth Hutchinson
Upwork Inc. Introduces Lifted, a Subsidiary Serving Enterprises with Full Suite of Contingent Workforce Solutions
Upwork launched Lifted, a new subsidiary designed to help enterprises source, contract, manage, and pay global contingent talent compliantly and at scale, leveraging technology from recent acquisitions Bubty and Ascen.
Expanding business offerings, launching innovative subsidiary, demonstrating strategic growth and market adaptation
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