Rapid7, Inc. - Common Stock (RPD)

Cybersecurity software provider Rapid7 (NASDAQ:RPD) reported Q3 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 1.5% year on year to $218 million. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $215 million was less impressive, coming in 1.3% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.57 per share was 24.9% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Cybersecurity software provider Rapid7 (NASDAQ:RPD) beat Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 1.5% year on year to $218 million. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $215 million was less impressive, coming in 1.3% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.57 per share was 24.9% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

A number of stocks fell in the morning session after markets became increasingly wary of high valuations following a significant AI-driven rally.

Cybersecurity software provider Rapid7 (NASDAQ:RPD) will be reporting earnings this Tuesday after the bell. Here’s what you need to know.

Software is eating the world, and virtually no business is left untouched by it. Companies bringing it to life have been rewarded with high valuation multiples that make fundraising easier, but they have capped returns lately as the industry’s six-month gain of 11.4% has trailed the S&P 500’s 22.6%.

While profitability is essential, it doesn’t guarantee long-term success. Some companies that rest on their margins will lose ground as competition intensifies - as Jeff Bezos said, "Your margin is my opportunity".

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Over the past six months, Rapid7’s stock price fell to $19.56. Shareholders have lost 19.3% of their capital, which is disappointing considering the S&P 500 has climbed by 22.9%. This may have investors wondering how to approach the situation.

Generating cash is essential for any business, but not all cash-rich companies are great investments. Some produce plenty of cash but fail to allocate it effectively, leading to missed opportunities.

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after positive news on corporate earnings, easing political and trade tensions, and optimism about future interest rate cuts all converged to lift investor sentiment. 

The past year hasn't been kind to the stocks featured in this article. Each has tumbled to their lowest points in 12 months, leaving investors to decide whether they're witnessing fire sales or falling knives.

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after President Donald Trump threatened to impose 'massive' tariffs on Chinese products, reigniting trade war fears. 

Stocks trading between $10 and $50 can be particularly interesting as they frequently represent businesses that have survived their early challenges. However, investors should remain vigilant as some may still have unproven business models, leaving them vulnerable to the ebbs and flows of the broader market.

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after confidence in the artificial intelligence market was renewed, pushing both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to new all-time intraday highs. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after markets pulled back as a report raised concerns about artificial intelligence demand and profitability. 

Investors looking for hidden gems should keep an eye on small-cap stocks because they’re frequently overlooked by Wall Street. Many opportunities exist in this part of the market, but it is also a high-risk, high-reward environment due to the lack of reliable analyst price targets.

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivered cautious remarks on the economy, spooking investors and pulling indexes back from record highs. 

Wall Street has set ambitious price targets for the stocks in this article. While this suggests attractive upside potential, it’s important to remain skeptical because analysts face institutional pressures that can sometimes lead to overly optimistic forecasts.