Shares of Wix.com Ltd (WIX) are surging 5.26% in pre-market trading on Thursday, defying a series of analyst price target cuts. The web development platform provider's stock performance appears to be driven by its recently released Q2 earnings report, which showed strong growth.
Several major financial institutions have adjusted their outlook on Wix.com. Barclays lowered its target price from $240 to $235, while Piper Sandler reduced its target from $225 to $206. Raymond James made the most significant cut, dropping its target from $250 to $200. Despite these reductions, Scotiabank maintained its Buy rating on Wix, with a price target of $255, suggesting continued confidence in the company's potential.
The positive stock movement, despite the lowered price targets, indicates that Wix.com's Q2 performance may have surpassed market expectations. While specific details of the earnings report are not provided, the strong investor reaction suggests that the company's growth trajectory remains robust. This optimism seems to be outweighing the cautious stance taken by some analysts, highlighting the market's current bullish sentiment towards Wix.com's business prospects and financial health.