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why did pinterest stock go down

by Dr. Jordyn Rippin Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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The stock was down about 3% just a few minutes before the market closed. The decline was likely driven by bearishness in the overall market for many growth stocks like Pinterest.

Pinterest stock is down due primarily to an decrease in monthly active users. Management is working to drive engagement through creator-generated short videos and a more personalized shopping experience.Apr 4, 2022

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Shares of Pinterest ( PINS -3.67% ) were moving lower today after the company posted a wider-than-expected loss in its first-quarter earnings report and …

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Why has Pinterest stock dropped?

Even more concerning, Pinterest's U.S. monthly users number has shrunk by 12 million since Q1 2021, indicating that the company's popularity is currently shrinking, not growing.Mar 29, 2022

Will Pinterest stock recover?

Pinterest's shares are down by -58.7% since late-October 2021, as Work-From-Home or WFH tailwinds eased. PINS' stock price could see a minor rebound as it experiences accelerating revenue growth in 2H 2022, but returning to the $50 level might be very challenging.Feb 18, 2022

Is Pinterest still a good stock?

Pinterest's platform draws a targeted audience. Pinterest's quarterly results are still strong despite its falling stock price. Even with exceptional growth, Pinterest trades at a low multiple.Jan 21, 2022

Is Pinterest undervalued?

Depends on your opinion of Pinterest. Some investors believe it is overvalued due to the niche market and reliance on ad revenue, others believe that it is undervalued as the figures show great potential for 2021 and onward, despite COVID-19.

Is PINS a buy now?

PINS stock offers the potential for a moderately high gain. It's already taken its lumps in terms of multiple compression as well. Consider it a buy while it's out of favor.Mar 14, 2022

Is Pinterest a buy hold or sell?

Pinterest has received a consensus rating of Hold. The company's average rating score is 2.24, and is based on 6 buy ratings, 19 hold ratings, and no sell ratings.

Will PINS stock go up?

Among the 24 analysts' ratings compiled by MarketBeat, the consensus 12-month PINS stock price target was $47.21 (as of 10 February 2022). It had an upside potential of 76.15% based on the 9 February closing price of $26.80. The stock projections varied from the low price target of $33 to a high of $105.Feb 11, 2022

Is PINS a buy or sell?

(Delayed Data from NYSE)
Zacks RankDefinitionAnnualized Return
1Strong Buy25.08%
2Buy18.56%
3Hold10.15%
4Sell5.79%
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How much has Pinterest risen since May 13?

Since May 13, shares have risen more than 40% -- and that includes today's decline. It stands to reason that some growth stocks like Pinterest are simply taking a breather on Wednesday, following a nice run-up.

When will Pinterest report its second quarter results?

The company typically reports its second-quarter results toward the end of July.

Is growth stock giving back?

It's possible that some growth stocks have been giving back some sharp gains in recent weeks. After many growth stocks were slammed earlier this year, the market's appetite for these companies' shares started to improve in May -- a trend that persisted into June, leading to a meaningful rebound in many growth stocks' prices recently.

The tech stock sell-off hit the company hard today

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What happened

Shares of tech stock Pinterest ( NYSE:PINS) plunged as much as 10% on Wednesday as growth stocks fell almost across the board. Shares closed the day down 8.4%.

So what

There wasn't any significant news out about Pinterest today, but shares of tech stocks were down sharply, and high-growth names seemed to be hit the hardest.

Now what

There's no reason to change your investment thesis in a company like Pinterest after today, and it may be a buying opportunity for long-term investors who have been looking for a cheaper share price to get in.

Piper Sandler raises its price target on the social media company but remains neutral overall

Evan is a Senior Technology Analyst at The Motley Fool. He was previously a Senior Trading Specialist at Charles Schwab, and worked briefly at Tesla. Evan graduated from the University of Texas at Austin, and is a CFA charterholder.

What happened

Shares of Pinterest ( NYSE:PINS) pulled back by as much as 5% today, despite getting a price target increase from Wall Street. Piper Sandler reiterated a neutral rating on the stock while analyst Thomas Champion adjusted his price target from $70 to $85, which represents a mere 4% upside from Friday's closing price.

So what

Pinterest stock surged to all-time highs last week after reporting fourth-quarter results that showed meaningful progress in improving monetization. Average revenue per user (ARPU) in the U.S. increased 49% to $5.94, while international ARPU jumped 67% to $0.35. The fourth quarter figures were "strong," in Champion's view.

Now what

Improving international ARPU is core to the bullish thesis for Pinterest, and the company says that monetization abroad remains in "the early stages." The social media technology company is forecasting first-quarter revenue growth in the low 70% range, which could represent minor deceleration compared to the 76% growth it posted for the fourth quarter..

Where does Pinterest trade?

Pinterest trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "PINS."

What is the official website of Pinterest?

The official website for Pinterest is www.pinterest.com.

What is the P/E ratio of Pinterest?

The P/E ratio of Pinterest is 87.77, which means that it is trading at a more expensive P/E ratio than the Computer and Technology sector average P/E ratio of about 83.86.

Does Pinterest pay dividends?

Pinterest does not currently pay a dividend.

Is tech stock volatile?

Tech stocks have been volatile trades so far in 2021, and we’re liable to see more wild swings in the near future. As the global economy reopens, investors increasingly find themselves in an ambivalent position where they need to choose between cyclical “old economy” stocks and high-growth tech stocks.

Is Pinterest allowing weight loss ads?

Pinterest is banning all ads with weight loss language and imagery, including ads that idealize or denigrate certain body types, it said on Thursday. The digital pinboard site said it would also not allow ads with testimonials about weight loss or weight loss products, or ads referencing Body Mass Index (BMI) or similar indexes. Ads promoting healthy lifestyles, habits or fitness services and products are still allowed on the platform if they do not "focus on weight loss."

Is Pinterest profitable in 2020?

Pinterest, Inc. ( NYSE: PINS ) had a volatile year so far, rising as high as US$90 and falling as low as US$54. It is a company that definitely profited from 2020, with a surge of new users reaching 100 million during the year. While on the verge of profitability, we can see that Pinterest does use debt in its business.

Is Pinterest a social media company?

Pinterest (NYSE:PINS) is a social media company, or as Yahoo Finance states, “ [a] visual discovery engine in the United States and internationally” that helps you get inspired by finding content about the latest recipes, style, home inspiration, DIY tips, and more. In an era where the pandemic is still present, getting inspiration and being in a positive mood is priceless. Source: Nopparat Khokthong / Shutterstock.com PINS stock is down about 30% in 2021. The third-quarter 2021 earnings were str

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