Opendoor Technologies Inc. (OPEN) shares continued their downward trajectory, plummeting 5.37% in pre-market trading on Tuesday. This decline follows a significant 12.43% drop during Monday's regular trading session, as investors grapple with mounting criticism and concerns about the company's business model and valuation.
The sell-off appears to be driven by several factors. Analysts, including KBW's Ryan Tomasello, have maintained a bearish outlook on the stock, with Tomasello reiterating a Sell rating and a $1.00 price target. Adding to the negative sentiment, hedge fund manager George Noble publicly criticized Opendoor, labeling it as "total garbage" and questioning the viability of its business model. These comments have reignited debates about the company's path to profitability and its ability to succeed in the competitive real estate market.
Furthermore, investor attention seems to be shifting away from Opendoor. Eric Jackson, the hedge fund manager who initially sparked Opendoor's recent rally, has been promoting a new stock, potentially leading some investors to cash out their Opendoor positions. As the company faces ongoing scrutiny, the market appears to be reassessing whether Opendoor's fundamentals justify its recent valuation surge. With volatility expected to continue, all eyes will be on the new management team's efforts to address these challenges and turn the business around in an increasingly difficult real estate environment.