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NASDAQ:EBAY

eBay (EBAY) Stock Price, News & Analysis

$51.92
+0.84 (+1.64%)
(As of 03/27/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$51.41
$52.04
50-Day Range
$40.67
$52.41
52-Week Range
$37.17
$52.82
Volume
4.94 million shs
Average Volume
9.33 million shs
Market Capitalization
$26.89 billion
P/E Ratio
9.95
Dividend Yield
2.08%
Price Target
$48.84

eBay MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Hold
2.18 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
5.9% Downside
$48.84 Price Target
Short Interest
Healthy
3.74% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Strong
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
-1.97
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
0.30mentions of eBay in the last 14 days
Based on 28 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
Selling Shares
$50,130 Sold Last Quarter
Proj. Earnings Growth
7.69%
From $3.64 to $3.92 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

4.71 out of 5 stars

Retail/Wholesale Sector

19th out of 200 stocks

Business Services, Not Elsewhere Classified Industry

10th out of 91 stocks

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About eBay Stock (NASDAQ:EBAY)

eBay Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates marketplace platforms that connect buyers and sellers in the United States, the United Kingdom, China, Germany, and internationally. The company's marketplace platform includes its online marketplace at ebay.com, off-platform businesses, and the eBay suite of mobile apps. Its platforms enable users to list, sell, and buy various products. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in San Jose, California.

EBAY Stock Price History

EBAY Stock News Headlines

eBay Steadily Climbs as Collectors Drive Growth
eBay Inc. NASDAQ: EBAY is an online marketplace featuring auctions and fixed-priced listings for new, used and refurbished merchandise connecting buyers and sellers worldwide. eBay is a veteran internet giant in the retail/wholesale sector that emerged during the internet bubble and has withstood the test of time as one of the world's largest e-commerce sites and digital marketplaces, trailing Amazon.com Inc. NASDAQ: AMZN but towering over Etsy Inc. NASDAQ: ETSY, Shopify Inc. NYSE: SHOP and Mercari Inc. OTCMKTS: MCARY.
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Company Calendar

Last Earnings
2/27/2024
Ex-Dividend for 3/25 Dividend
3/08/2024
Dividend Payable
3/25/2024
Today
3/28/2024
Next Earnings (Estimated)
4/24/2024
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Business services, not elsewhere classified
Sub-Industry
Internet Software & Services
Current Symbol
NASDAQ:EBAY
CUSIP
27864210
Employees
12,300
Year Founded
1995

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$48.84
High Stock Price Target
$61.00
Low Stock Price Target
$32.00
Potential Upside/Downside
-5.9%
Consensus Rating
Hold
Rating Score (0-4)
2.18
Research Coverage
17 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$2.77 billion
Pretax Margin
36.66%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$10.11 billion
Cash Flow
$4.05 per share
Book Value
$12.32 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
516,912,000
Market Cap
$26.89 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
1.31

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Should I Buy eBay Stock? EBAY Pros and Cons Explained

These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of eBay was last updated on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 10:59 AM.

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in eBay Inc.:

  • eBay Inc. has shown consistent growth in its marketplace platforms connecting buyers and sellers internationally, indicating a strong market presence and potential for revenue expansion.
  • Recent insider transactions, such as the senior vice president acquiring a significant number of company shares, can signal confidence in the company's future performance and may be viewed positively by investors.
  • Institutional investors holding a substantial percentage of the company's stock (85.87%) can provide stability and long-term growth prospects for eBay Inc., reflecting trust from major financial entities.
  • eBay's suite of mobile apps enhances user engagement and accessibility, catering to the increasing trend of mobile commerce, which could drive higher sales volumes and customer retention.
  • With a diversified geographic presence in key markets like the United States, the United Kingdom, China, and Germany, eBay Inc. has a broad reach that can mitigate risks associated with regional economic fluctuations.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in eBay Inc. for these reasons:

  • The competitive landscape in the e-commerce sector is intense, with giants like Amazon and Alibaba posing significant challenges to eBay's market share and growth potential.
  • Fluctuations in the stock price of eBay Inc. may introduce volatility to investment portfolios, requiring a higher risk tolerance from investors to withstand market uncertainties.
  • Regulatory changes in key operating regions, such as the United States and China, could impact eBay's business operations and profitability, leading to potential compliance issues and financial risks.
  • Technological advancements and changing consumer preferences may require continuous innovation from eBay to stay competitive, necessitating ongoing investments in research and development to maintain relevance in the market.
  • The business services industry, particularly in internet software and services, is subject to rapid changes and disruptions, making it crucial for investors to closely monitor industry trends and adapt investment strategies accordingly.

EBAY Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell eBay stock right now?

17 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for eBay in the last year. There are currently 2 sell ratings, 10 hold ratings and 5 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "hold" EBAY shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in EBAY, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.
View EBAY analyst ratings
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What is eBay's stock price target for 2024?

17 equities research analysts have issued 12-month target prices for eBay's stock. Their EBAY share price targets range from $32.00 to $61.00. On average, they expect the company's share price to reach $48.84 in the next year. This suggests that the stock has a possible downside of 5.9%.
View analysts price targets for EBAY
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How have EBAY shares performed in 2024?

eBay's stock was trading at $43.62 on January 1st, 2024. Since then, EBAY shares have increased by 19.0% and is now trading at $51.92.
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Are investors shorting eBay?

eBay saw a drop in short interest in the month of March. As of March 15th, there was short interest totaling 19,310,000 shares, a drop of 18.8% from the February 29th total of 23,790,000 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 6,640,000 shares, the short-interest ratio is currently 2.9 days. Currently, 3.7% of the shares of the company are sold short.
View eBay's Short Interest
.

When is eBay's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Wednesday, April 24th 2024.
View our EBAY earnings forecast
.

How were eBay's earnings last quarter?

eBay Inc. (NASDAQ:EBAY) issued its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, February, 27th. The e-commerce company reported $1.07 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.03 by $0.04. The e-commerce company earned $2.60 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.51 billion. eBay had a net margin of 27.36% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 29.16%. The firm's revenue was up 3.6% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the firm earned $0.87 earnings per share.
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How often does eBay pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for eBay?

eBay declared a quarterly dividend on Friday, February 23rd. Shareholders of record on Monday, March 11th will be paid a dividend of $0.27 per share on Monday, March 25th. This represents a $1.08 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 2.08%. The ex-dividend date is Friday, March 8th. This is a positive change from the stock's previous quarterly dividend of $0.25.
Read our dividend analysis for EBAY
.

Is eBay a good dividend stock?

eBay (NASDAQ:EBAY) pays an annual dividend of $1.08 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 2.11%. The company has been increasing its dividend for 5 consecutive years, indicating the company has a new, but growing committment to grow its dividend. The dividend payout ratio is 20.69%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, EBAY will have a dividend payout ratio of 27.55% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
Read our dividend analysis for EBAY.

How will eBay's stock buyback program work?

eBay declared that its Board of Directors has approved a share repurchase program on Tuesday, February 27th 2024, which permits the company to buyback $2,000,000,000.00 in shares, according to EventVestor. This buyback authorization permits the company to purchase up to 8.1% of its shares through open market purchases. Shares buyback programs are usually an indication that the company's management believes its stock is undervalued.

What guidance has eBay issued on next quarter's earnings?

eBay issued an update on its FY 2024 earnings guidance on Wednesday, February, 28th. The company provided earnings per share guidance of 4.580-4.660 for the period, compared to the consensus earnings per share estimate of 4.340. The company issued revenue guidance of -.

What other stocks do shareholders of eBay own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other eBay investors own include Intel (INTC), Netflix (NFLX), NVIDIA (NVDA), Tesla (TSLA), PayPal (PYPL), Cisco Systems (CSCO), Alibaba Group (BABA), Walt Disney (DIS), Micron Technology (MU) and Starbucks (SBUX).

Who are eBay's major shareholders?

eBay's stock is owned by a number of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include Vanguard Group Inc. (11.25%), Vanguard Group Inc. (11.27%), Nordea Investment Management AB (2.00%), Mirova US LLC (1.76%), Northern Trust Corp (1.28%) and Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (1.20%). Insiders that own company stock include Anthony John Bates, Brian J Doerger, Brian J Doerger, Cornelius Boone, Edward O Garcia, Kathleen C Mitic, Logan Green, Marie Oh Huber, Pete Thompson, Rebecca Spencer and Robert Holmes Swan.
View institutional ownership trends
.

How do I buy shares of eBay?

Shares of EBAY stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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Does eBay have any subsidiaries?
The following companies are subsidiares of eBay: 2dehands.be and 2ememain.be, Alando, Baazee.com, Bill Me Later, BillSAFE, Billpoint, Blackthorne, Braintree, Bureau Of Trade, Butterfield & Butterfield, CARad.com, Cargigi, Corrigon, Cox Automotive Media Solutions, Craigslist, Decide.com, EachNet, Expertmaker, Fraud Sciences, GSI Commerce, Giosis, GittiGidiyor, Gumtree, Half.com, Internet Auction Co., Kruse International, Loquo, Marktplaats.nl, Meetup.com, Milo.com, MissionFish, Motors.co.uk, OpusForum.org, PayPal, PhiSix Fashion Labs, Positronic Inc., Precision Buying Service, Qoo10, RedLaser, Rent.com, SalesPredict, Shopping.com, Shutl, Skype Limited, StumbleUpon, Svpply, TWICE, Terapeak, The Gifts Project, Ticket Utils Inc., Ticketbis, Tradera, Up4Sale.com, Vivanuncios, Where Inc., Zong, Zvents, alaMaula, brands4friends, dba.dk & bilbasen.dk, eBay (UK) Limited, eBay Commerce Inc., eBay GmbH, eBay International Holding GmbH, eBay International Treasury Center Sarl, eBay Marketplaces GmbH, eBay Sarl, iBazar, and mobile.de.
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This page (NASDAQ:EBAY) was last updated on 3/28/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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