Oppenheimer Has Lowered Expectations for Genius Sports (NYSE:GENI) Stock Price

Genius Sports (NYSE:GENI) had its target price cut by analysts at Oppenheimer from $12.00 to $10.00 in a report issued on Friday, Benzinga reports. The firm currently has an “outperform” rating on the stock. Oppenheimer‘s target price would indicate a potential upside of 77.15% from the stock’s current price.

Other equities analysts have also issued research reports about the stock. Zacks Research lowered shares of Genius Sports from a “hold” rating to a “strong sell” rating in a report on Wednesday. Freedom Capital upgraded Genius Sports to a “strong-buy” rating in a research note on Monday, July 20th. Roth Capital reaffirmed a “buy” rating and set a $12.00 target price on shares of Genius Sports in a research report on Friday, August 7th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. started coverage on Genius Sports in a research note on Friday, September 25th. They issued an “overweight” rating and a $8.00 price target on the stock. Finally, Benchmark reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of Genius Sports in a research note on Friday, August 28th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, fourteen have issued a Buy rating, two have assigned a Hold rating and two have given a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the stock currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $10.76.

Genius Sports Stock Down 4.6%

Genius Sports stock traded down $0.28 during midday trading on Friday, hitting $5.64. 2,500,175 shares of the company were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 6,493,277. The company’s fifty day moving average price is $6.56 and its 200-day moving average price is $6.23. The company has a market cap of $1.39 billion, a PE ratio of -8.30 and a beta of 1.95. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.10, a current ratio of 0.97 and a quick ratio of 0.97. Genius Sports has a fifty-two week low of $3.83 and a fifty-two week high of $11.57.

Genius Sports (NYSE:GENI) last released its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, November 5th. The company reported ($0.06) earnings per share for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.01 by ($0.07). Genius Sports had a negative return on equity of 23.83% and a negative net margin of 22.99%. The company had revenue of $269.86 million during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $261.13 million. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company earned ($0.11) EPS. The firm’s revenue was up 62.3% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, research analysts predict that Genius Sports will post -0.35 EPS for the current fiscal year.

Insider Buying and Selling

In related news, CEO Mark Locke sold 477,449 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, September 15th. The stock was sold at an average price of $6.58, for a total value of $3,141,614.42. Following the sale, the chief executive officer owned 19,697,767 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $129,611,306.86. This trade represents a 2.37% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Also, insider Thomas Russell sold 50,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Thursday, September 17th. The shares were sold at an average price of $6.51, for a total value of $325,500.00. Following the transaction, the insider owned 471,467 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $3,069,250.17. This represents a 9.59% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Over the last 90 days, insiders sold 850,000 shares of company stock valued at $5,582,049. 16.60% of the stock is currently owned by insiders.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On Genius Sports

Large investors have recently made changes to their positions in the company. Senvest Management LLC boosted its position in Genius Sports by 45.1% during the 1st quarter. Senvest Management LLC now owns 13,653,724 shares of the company’s stock worth $60,486,000 after acquiring an additional 4,243,157 shares during the period. WCM Investment Management LLC grew its stake in shares of Genius Sports by 510.9% in the first quarter. WCM Investment Management LLC now owns 2,917,437 shares of the company’s stock worth $12,370,000 after purchasing an additional 2,439,890 shares in the last quarter. Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan Trust Fund acquired a new position in shares of Genius Sports during the first quarter valued at $9,636,000. Renaissance Technologies LLC increased its holdings in shares of Genius Sports by 277.0% during the first quarter. Renaissance Technologies LLC now owns 2,197,700 shares of the company’s stock valued at $9,736,000 after purchasing an additional 1,614,700 shares during the period. Finally, Amova Asset Management Americas Inc. raised its stake in shares of Genius Sports by 65.7% during the first quarter. Amova Asset Management Americas Inc. now owns 3,909,945 shares of the company’s stock valued at $17,321,000 after purchasing an additional 1,549,816 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 81.91% of the company’s stock.

Genius Sports News Roundup

Here are the key news stories impacting Genius Sports this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Genius Sports raised its FY2026 outlook to $1.015 billion–$1.035 billion in revenue and $287 million–$297 million in adjusted EBITDA, while emphasizing free cash flow. Article: Genius Sports raises FY2026 outlook
• Positive Sentiment: Third-quarter revenue rose 62.3% year over year to $269.9 million, topping analyst expectations of $261.1 million. The company also reported $54 million in free cash flow and 61% free-cash-flow conversion. Article: Genius Sports beats third-quarter guidance
• Negative Sentiment: Quarterly EPS was a loss of $0.06, missing the $0.01 profit analysts expected. The company also reported higher debt, adding to investor concerns about profitability and its balance sheet. Article: Genius Sports Q3 2026 earnings
• Negative Sentiment: Zacks Research downgraded GENI from “hold” to “strong sell,” a bearish signal that may add pressure following the earnings report. Zacks Research ratings

Genius Sports Company Profile

Genius Sports Limited (NYSE: GENI) is a sports technology and data company that provides official sports data, technology, and digital media solutions. Its platform helps sports organizations collect, manage, and distribute live game data while supporting fan engagement and commercial activities.

The company supplies real-time data and related products to sportsbooks, media companies, sports leagues, teams, and brands. Its services include live statistics, betting data and trading solutions, streaming and video content, digital marketing, sponsorship activation, and tools designed to connect sports audiences with content and advertising.

Genius Sports serves customers across international sports markets, including North America, Europe, and other regions.