Investing.com
Published Jul 14, 2025 05:12AM ET
Investing.com - Mizuho initiated coverage on A10 Networks (NYSE:ATEN) with a Neutral rating and a $20.00 price target on Monday. According to InvestingPro data, this target aligns with the broader analyst consensus, as the stock currently trades at $18.26 with analyst targets ranging from $20 to $24.
The research firm cited A10 Networks' favorable positioning to capitalize on important industry trends, including the growing need to analyze and secure critical AI services and infrastructure.
Mizuho also highlighted the increasing network complexities and a more severe threat landscape as potential growth drivers for the company's business.
Despite these positive factors, the firm expressed concerns about fierce competition in the cybersecurity sector and limited cross-sell potential for the company's ThreatX Protect offering.
Mizuho further noted that A10 Networks faces ongoing pressure in its service provider business, potential challenges in moving upmarket, and a history of choppy execution that may require time before business activity stabilizes.
In other recent news, A10 Networks has reported strong financial results for the first quarter of 2025, surpassing both earnings and revenue forecasts. The company achieved an earnings per share of $0.20, slightly above the expected $0.19, and revenue of $66.1 million, exceeding the anticipated $63.39 million. This performance marks a 9% year-over-year revenue growth, driven by an 18% increase in enterprise revenue. Additionally, A10 Networks has been selected by Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) to secure mission-critical generative AI workloads, enhancing its position in the AI security market. The partnership with Microsoft underscores A10's capabilities in providing advanced threat detection for hyperscale AI deployments.
Furthermore, Deutsche Bank has initiated coverage on A10 Networks with a Buy rating, setting a price target of $22.00. The investment bank highlighted A10 Networks' high-single digit revenue growth potential and robust profitability metrics, including gross margins above 80%. Turkcell (IS:TCELL), a leading telecommunications provider, is also expanding its network infrastructure with A10 Networks' solutions to enhance virtualization and operational efficiency. These developments reflect A10 Networks' strategic advancements in AI and cybersecurity, positioning the company for continued growth in these sectors.
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