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AppLovin share price recovers after announcement of 500 million dollar share buyback plan

$APP (-10.14%)


Shares of AppLovin (NASDAQ: NASDAQ:APP) gained 6% after the company announced a large share buyback worth $500 million. The move is a strategic response to the previous week's 22% drop in the share price, which was triggered by negative sentiment due to short-seller reports.


In a nutshell:

Controversy over business practices weighs on share price

Analysts emphasize strong fundamentals

AI advertising technology remains competitive advantage

Share buybacks as a sign of confidence


Despite the downturn, Wall Street analysts were quick to protect AppLovin. Several firms called the price drop a buying opportunity, citing robust fundamentals and a competitive advantage in mobile app monetization. The swift reaction illustrates the polarized views shaping the company's narrative in the financial markets.


AI innovation at the core


AppLovin's AI-powered advertising engine remains central to its appeal. The platform, which is designed to optimize revenue for app developers, has driven impressive growth and positioned the company as a market leader in the ad tech space. Analysts argue that this technology underpins the long-term potential, even if critics question the practices.


The company's ability to use artificial intelligence sets it apart in a crowded digital advertising landscape. Competitors like Meta and Google dominate broader markets, but AppLovin's focus on mobile gaming and app ecosystems creates a lucrative niche. This specialization has drawn both praise and skepticism and reinforces its current market focus.


Financial metrics signal strength


Key indicators reveal AppLovin's underlying stability amidst the storm:


Revenue projections for 2025 show significant growth, building on prior year profits.

Debt remains manageable relative to market capitalization.

Cash reserves provide a buffer against short-term volatility.

These metrics strengthen the case for resilience and suggest that the company can survive the current test. However, investors remain vigilant as the interplay between operational strength and market sentiment unfolds.


https://www.stock-world.de/applovin-aktie-aktuelle-wirtschaftszahlen-analysiert/

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now we have already halved :(
Looks actually starting to look favorably valued
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@SemiGrowth
Maybe I'll go out too
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@Tenbagger2024 oh crass, why is that?
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@SemiGrowth
Because it keeps going down. And now there's another lawsuit
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And I wanted to ask if now would be a good time to start? đź«Ł
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@Tenbagger2024 You mean the investor lawsuit?
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@Semos25 I was thinking of waiting for a bottom to form and then perhaps adding a small position from $null
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@SemiGrowth
What do you think of the sale of the gaming division?
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@Tenbagger2024 As far as I understand it, this is the entire "apps" segment. This has not grown for 4 years (even shrunk), but has become more profitable. Most recently had an EBITDA margin of 20%. However, 900M would only be 3.2xEBITDA, which is relatively low. Perhaps it is also a move to get rid of the short sellers, as the division has also been criticized.
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@Tenbagger2024 In addition, the number of active paying users has fallen (has been declining significantly for years)
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