Spotify

SPOT

Market cap $97.9B

In the latest trading session, Spotify (SPOT) closed at $476.08, marking a -1.92% move from the previous day.

Spotify Technology SA (NYSE:SPOT) is expected to report a steady second-quarter performance, with Jefferies maintaining a positive long-term view despite not anticipating a "narrative changing" earnings release. The investment bank reiterated its ‘Bu'y rating and $600 price target, implying upside from current levels of $485, ahead of the company's results, writing that it prefers to remain positioned for potential catalysts including a Warner Music Group remixing agreement and the launch of AI-powered remixing features.

Artisan Mid Cap Fund portfolio generated strong absolute returns and outpaced the Russell Midcap® Growth Index. Within IT, several semiconductor holdings produced exceptional returns, with multiple positions rising more than 100% during the period. During the quarter, we initiated new positions in Entegris, Modine Manufacturing and C.H. Robinson Worldwide.

Spotify announced on Wednesday that it's bringing parent-managed accounts for kids to its free tier. Families in the U.S., U.K., Australia, France, Germany, and the Netherlands can now create a “Managed Account” for their child, a feature previously available only to paid subscribers.

Spotify is taking another step to infuse AI technology into its listening experience, with Tuesday's news that Premium users will now be able to have interactive conversations with the app to choose what music or other audio they want to hear.

U.S. consumers have for years grappled with "funflation," or inflated prices for live experiences that they missed out on during the pandemic. But now, following a wave of price hikes, even at-home pastimes like streaming movies or playing video games are also pinching pocketbooks and resulting in reduced spending.

Spotify (SPOT) closed at $479.77 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.26% move from the prior day.

Spotify Technology SA (NYSE:SPOT) is expected to post accelerating revenue growth in the second quarter, according to UBS, with results likely to come in largely in line with management's outlook on the back of price increases and stable gross margins. The bank forecasts second-quarter revenue of €4.8 billion, up 15.6% on a foreign exchange neutral basis, compared with 14.2% growth in the first quarter.

Spotify (SPOT) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

Shares of Spotify (SPOT) continue to hit a "sour note," says Rick Ducat, who points out the streaming giant's underperformance compared to peers in the space. He highlights several key resistance levels shares need to break through for a long-term bull run to manifest.