最新ニュース 8x8 (NASDAQ:EGHT) 株価情報

8x8 Inc provides contact-center-as-a-service and unified-communications-as-a-service software applications to approximately 2.5 million users. The company's unified platform enables omnichannel communication to assist employees in communicating across voice, video, text, chat, and contact centers. The Company also generates revenue from sales of hardware and professional services, which are complementary to the delivery of its integrated technology platform.. Geographically, it derives a majority of revenue from the United States.

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8&#215;8, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGHT#NASDAQ">EGHT</a>) reported mixed results for its third <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eght/earnings">quarter on Tuesday</a>.
The company posted quarterly earnings of 11 cents per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of 9 cents per share. The company reported quarterly sales of $178.88 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $179.26 million.
&#8220;Our third quarter results highlight further progress and continued momentum in our transformation journey. We delivered solid financial performance, with record cash flow from operations and strong adoption of our AI-powered customer experience solutions, driving a 60% year-over-year increase in new products. As we move forward, our focus remains on enhancing customer value, accelerating growth, and driving long-term profitability. With a clear strategy and a strong team, I believe we are well-positioned to capitalize on the opportunities ahead,&#8221; said Samuel Wilson, Chief Executive Officer at 8&#215;8, Inc.
8&#215;8 lowered its FY2025 sales guidance from $714.00 million-727.00 million to $713.00 million-719.00 million.
8&#215;8 shares gained 4.4% to close at $2.84 on Tuesday.
These analysts made changes to their price targets on 8&#215;8 following earnings announcement.
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<li>Needham analyst Ryan Koontz maintained 8&#215;8 with a Buy and raised the price target from $3 to $3.5.</li>
<li>Barclays analyst Ryan Macwilliams maintained 8&#215;8 with an Equal-Weight and raised the price target from $2.5 to $3.</li>
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These Analysts Raise Their Forecasts On 8x8 Following Q3 Results

Barclays analyst Ryan Macwilliams maintains 8x8 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGHT#NASDAQ">EGHT</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $2.5 to $3.

Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on 8x8, Raises Price Target to $3

Needham analyst Ryan Koontz maintains 8x8 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGHT#NASDAQ">EGHT</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $3 to $3.5.

Needham Maintains Buy on 8x8, Raises Price Target to $3.5

8x8 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGHT#NASDAQ">EGHT</a>) released its Q3 earnings on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 04:05 PM.
Here's what's important from the earnings announcement.
<h3>Earnings</h3>
8x8 beat estimated earnings by 22.0%, reporting an EPS of $0.11 versus an estimate of $0.09.
Revenue was down $2.12 million from the same period last year.
<h3>Historical Earnings Summary</h3>
Last quarter the company beat on EPS by $0.01 which was followed by a 19.0% increase in the share price the next day.
Here's a look at 8x8's past performance:

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<th>Q2 2025</th>
<th>Q1 2025</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.08</td>
<td>0.09</td>
<td>0.06</td>
<td>0.10</td>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.09</td>
<td>0.08</td>
<td>0.08</td>
<td>0.12</td>
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<td>Revenue Estimate</td>
<td>178.36M</td>
<td>178.72M</td>
<td>178.83M</td>
<td>183.49M</td>
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<td>Revenue Actual</td>
<td>181.00M</td>
<td>178.15M</td>
<td>179.41M</td>
<td>181.01M</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

To track all earnings releases for 8x8 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/EGHT/earnings">visit their earnings calendar here.</a> 
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8x8 Earnings Report: Q3 Overview

8x8 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGHT#NASDAQ">EGHT</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.11 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.09 by 22.22 percent. This is a 8.33 percent decrease over earnings of $0.12 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $178.88 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $179.26 million by 0.21 percent. This is a 1.17 percent decrease over sales of $181.01 million the same period last year.

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8x8 Q3 Adj $0.11 Beats $0.09 Estimate, Sales $178.88M Miss $179.26M Estimate

8x8 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGHT#NASDAQ">EGHT</a>) lowers FY2025 sales outlook from $714.00 million-727.00 million to $713.00 million-719.00 million vs $720.22 million estimate.

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8x8 Lowers FY2025 Sales Guidance from $714.00M-727.00M to $713.00M-719.00M vs $720.22M Est

8x8 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGHT#NASDAQ">EGHT</a>) sees Q4 sales of $175.000 million-181.000 million vs $181.93 million estimate.

8x8 Sees Q4 Sales $175.000M-181.000M vs $181.93M Est

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Earnings Scheduled For February 4, 2025

Rosenblatt analyst Catharine Trebnick maintains 8x8 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGHT#NASDAQ">EGHT</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $3.5 to $3.3.

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Shares of companies within the broader technology sector are trading higher amid overall market strength after CPI data was in line with estimates and core CPI rose by less than expected.

In the last three months, 7 analysts have published ratings on 8x8 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGHT#NASDAQ">EGHT</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $2.84, a high estimate of $4.00, and a low estimate of $2.00. A 8.68% drop is evident in the current average compared to the previous average price target of $3.11. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734548409_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The standing of 8x8 among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst Firm</th>
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<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Meta Marshall</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$2.60</td>
<td>$2.00</td>
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<td>Siti Panigrahi</td>
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<td>Underperform</td>
<td>$2.50</td>
<td>$2.75</td>
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<td>Michael Turrin</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$2.00</td>
<td>$1.50</td>
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<td>Siti Panigrahi</td>
<td>Mizuho</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$2.75</td>
<td>$2.50</td>
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<td>Ryan Macwilliams</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$2.50</td>
<td>$2.00</td>
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<td>Catharine Trebnick</td>
<td>Rosenblatt</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$3.50</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
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<td>Josh Nichols</td>
<td>B. Riley Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$4.00</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
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<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to 8x8. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of 8x8 compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of 8x8's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of 8x8's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/EGHT/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on 8x8 analyst ratings.</a>
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<h2>All You Need to Know About 8x8</h2>
8x8 Inc provides contact-center-as-a-service and unified-communications-as-a-service software applications to approximately 2.5 million users. The company's unified platform enables omnichannel communication to assist employees in communicating across voice, video, text, chat, and contact centers. The Company also generates revenue from sales of hardware and professional services, which are complementary to the delivery of its integrated technology platform.. Geographically, it derives a majority of revenue from the United States.
<h3>Financial Insights: 8x8</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining 8x8's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -2.16% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: 8x8's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -8.03%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -13.57%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): 8x8's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -1.94%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 4.2, 8x8 faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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A Glimpse Into The Expert Outlook On 8x8 Through 7 Analysts

8x8 shares are trading higher after Morgan Stanley raised its price target on the stock from $2 to $2.6.

Morgan Stanley analyst Meta Marshall maintains 8x8 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGHT#NASDAQ">EGHT</a>) with a Underweight and raises the price target from $2 to $2.6.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Underweight on 8x8, Raises Price Target to $2.6

8x8 shares are trading lower after Mizuho downgraded the stock from Neutral to Underperform and cut its price target from $2.75 to $2.5.

U.S. stock futures were higher this morning, with the Nasdaq futures gaining around 150 points on Friday.
Shares of Candel Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CADL#NASDAQ">CADL</a>) fell sharply in today's pre-market trading after the company announced the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CADL/news">pricing of public offering</a>.
Candel Therapeutics shares dipped 30.9% to $6.77 in the pre-market trading session.
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<li>Savers Value Village, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SVV#NYSE">SVV</a>) fell 6.1% to $9.01 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>8&#215;8, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGHT#NASDAQ">EGHT</a>) fell 4.5% to $2.98 in pre-market trading. Mizuho analyst Siti Panigrahi downgraded 8&#215;8 from Neutral to Underperform and lowered the price target from $2.75 to $2.5.</li>
<li>Bicycle Therapeutics plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BCYC#NASDAQ">BCYC</a>) shares declined 4.1% to $19.30 in pre-market trading. On Thursday, Bicycle Therapeutics announced that it presented data showing the enhanced anti-tumor activity of zelenectide pevedotin monotherapy in breast cancer patients with NECTIN4 gene amplification at the 2024 San Antonio Breast Conference Symposium.</li>
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Candel Therapeutics, 8x8 And Other Big Stocks Moving Lower In Friday's Pre-Market Session

Mizuho analyst Siti Panigrahi downgrades 8x8 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGHT#NASDAQ">EGHT</a>) from Neutral to Underperform and lowers the price target from $2.75 to $2.5.

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Mizuho Downgrades 8x8 to Underperform, Lowers Price Target to $2.5

U.S. stock futures were lower this morning, with the Dow futures falling around 50 points on Friday.
Shares of Smith &amp; Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SWBI#NASDAQ">SWBI</a>) fell sharply in today's pre-market trading after the company reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/earnings/24/12/42351795/smith-wesson-brands-q2-earnings-insights">second-quarter results</a>.
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<li>8&#215;8, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EGHT#NASDAQ">EGHT</a>) fell 6.2% to $2.87 in pre-market trading.</li>
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Liquidity Services (LQDT) has established a strong market presence through its industry-leading business model in the surplus and salvage asset marketplace. With the e-commerce sector experiencing significant growth, is LQDT well-positioned to capitalize on these expanding opportunities? Read on... Driven by rapidly expanding online marketplaces and modern marketing strategies by small and medium-sized businesses, the e-commerce boom can be experienced just by the sheer volume of recent sales data available. Additionally, personalized advertisements and AI-driven sales have contributed to this exceptional growth.
According to a report by the U.S. Census Bureau of the Department of Commerce, U.S. retail e-commerce sales for the third quarter of 2024 reached <a href="https://www.census.gov/retail/ecommerce.html">$300.1 billion</a>, an increase of 2.6% from the second quarter of 2024. However, the more impressive part is that e-commerce sales accounted for 16.2% of the total sales for the quarter, indicating robust growth in the sector and widespread popularity among consumers.
Amid this booming environment, Liquidity Services, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LQDT/">LQDT</a>) stands out as a prominent player in the e-commerce marketplaces, including auction listing tools and others. The company's centralized marketplace that connects a global buyer base with assets from across the network of marketplaces has revolutionized its position.
The company's growth is also evident in its stock performance. LQDT surged 62.9% over the past six months and 89.8% over the past year, closing the last trading session at $32.71.
Now, let us discuss the factors that could affect the stock's growth trajectory.
Recent Developments
On February 3, LQDT <a href="https://investors.liquidityservices.com/news-releases/news-release-details/liquidity-services-acquires-auction-software-leading-provider">announced the acquisition</a> of Auction Software/Simple Auction Site, aimed at forming Liquidity Services Software Solutions, Inc, a new private-label and SaaS arm of the company.
The acquisition enhances the company's penetration into the large and fragmented Circular Economy marketplace and offers its software development team's capabilities to businesses, and global F500 corporations.
On January 28, Bid4Assets, a wholly owned subsidiary of LQDT <a href="https://investors.liquidityservices.com/news-releases/news-release-details/bid4assets-integrates-sheriffs-app-streamline-foreclosure-sales">announced a partnership</a> with TheSheriffApp.com, a public safety app from OCV LLC. The partnership strengthens sheriffs' efforts in prioritizing public safety and allows local auction participants to easily access data on available properties, enhancing accessibility and convenience.
Stable Historical Growth
LQDT's performance is evident in its steady growth across key metrics. Over the past three years, revenue and <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/e/ebitda.asp">EBITDA</a> have grown at a CAGR of 15.6% and 2.3%, respectively, while operation income expanded at a marginal CAGR.
Moreover, the company's tangible book value and total assets increased at a CAGR of 39.2% and 5.1%.
Sound Financials
For the fiscal 2025 first quarter that ended December 31, 2024, LQDT's total revenue increased 71.5% year-over-year to $122.33 million. Its income from operations rose 330.3% from the year-ago value to $7.09 million.
Additionally, the company's non-GAAP adjusted net income and non-GAAP adjusted earnings per common share grew 105.6% and 100% from the prior year's quarter to $8.91 million and $0.28, respectively.
Optimistic Analyst Estimates
Analysts expect LQDT's revenue and EPS for the fiscal 2025 second quarter ending in March to increase 36.9% and 11.1% year-over-year to $125.20 million and $0.30, respectively. In addition, the company exceeded the consensus revenue and EPS estimates in each of the four trailing quarters, which is impressive.
For the fiscal 2025 third quarter ending in June, LQDT's revenue and EPS are expected to rise 29.3% and 10% from the prior year's period to $121 million and $0.33, respectively.
Robust Profitability
LQDT's trailing-12-month gross profit margin of 47.19% is 48.5% higher than the industry average of 31.78%. Its trailing-12-month levered FCF margin stands at 10.27%, 51.7% higher than the industry average of 6.77%.
In addition, the company boasts a trailing-12-month ROTC of 10.02%, which is 43.2% higher than the sector average of 7%. Also, the stock's trailing-12-month asset turnover ratio of 1.35x is 72.4% higher than the industry average of 0.79x.
POWR Ratings Reflects Optimism
LQDT's sound fundamentals are reflected in its <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a>. The stock has an overall rating of B, which equates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by taking into account 118 different factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
LQDT has an A grade for Quality, in line with its higher-than-average profitability metrics. It also earned an A for Sentiment, driven by its optimistic analyst estimates. Moreover, the stock has a B for Growth, evident from its impressive growth history.
Within the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/internet-services/">Internet - Services</a> industry, LQDT is ranked #3 out of 25 stocks. Beyond what is stated above, we have also given LQDT grades for Momentum, Value, and Stability. Get all LQDT ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LQDT/">here</a>.
Bottom Line
With the e-commerce industry showcasing robust growth prospects, LQDT's leading position, backed by solid fundamentals and recent acquisitions and partnerships appears to be quite strong.
With sound financials, high profitability, optimistic analyst projections, and an impressive track record of growth, now may be an opportune time to consider adding LQDT to your portfolio.
How Does Liquidity Services, Inc. (LQDT) Stack Up Against Its Peers?
Although LQDT's near-term outlook appears sound, it may be worthwhile to explore its industry peers, who exhibit even stronger POWR Ratings. So, consider these A (Strong Buy) and B (Buy) rated stocks from the Internet - Services industry:
Upwork Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/UPWK/">UPWK</a>)
Similarweb Ltd. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SMWB/">SMWB</a>)
8x8, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/EGHT/">EGHT</a>)
To explore more A or B-rated Internet - Services stocks, <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/internet-services/">click here</a>.
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LQDT shares were trading at $33.25 per share on Monday afternoon, up $0.54 (+1.65%). Year-to-date, LQDT has gained 2.97%, versus a 3.23% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
<hr><div style="clear:both;"></div> <h2>About the Author: Aritra_Gangopadhyay</h2> <img src='https:/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Aritra_Gangopadhyay.png' style="float:left; padding:5px;width:125px;">Aritra is a financial journalist dedicated to breaking down complex financial topics into simple, actionable insights. Holding a Master's degree in Economics, he uses his analytical expertise to help investors uncover unique opportunities for long-term success.<a href="https://stocknews.com/authors/?author=aritra-gangopadhyay">More...</a>The post <a href=https://stocknews.com/news/lqdt-upwk-smwb-eght-should-you-add-liquidity-services-inc-lqdt-to-your-portfolio/>Should You Add Liquidity Services Inc. (LQDT) to Your Portfolio Amidst the E-commerce Boom?</a> appeared first on <a href=https://stocknews.com/>StockNews.com</a>

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