UPDATE: BlackBerry’s stock is making headlines today following a surprise surge after the company’s latest earnings report exceeded Wall Street expectations. The Canadian tech firm reported robust growth in its QNX software division, with revenues hitting $57.5 million, up 8% year-over-year.
In a statement, CEO John Giamatteo confirmed that BlackBerry is not just surviving but thriving in the software sector, particularly in cybersecurity and autonomous driving technology. “We made a very solid start to fiscal year 2026,” Giamatteo said during the earnings call, which occurred on June 25. This positive news comes as the company pivots away from its smartphone legacy.
The earnings report has prompted several analysts to adjust their price targets for BlackBerry. RBC Capital raised its target to $4 from $3.75, affirming a sector-perform rating, while Canaccord increased its target to $4.60, citing significant advancements in QNX and internet-of-things solutions.
Giamatteo highlighted that BlackBerry’s QNX division is laying the groundwork for autonomous driving technologies, stating, “This technology is already being deployed in a couple of Chery Automobile vehicle models that are on the road in China today.” This positions BlackBerry to capture a growing market as the automotive industry increasingly turns towards automation.
However, not all analysts share the same optimism. William Kerwin, a senior equity analyst for Morningstar, cautioned on the company’s outlook, stating, “BlackBerry showed solid execution, but its outlook for fiscal 2026 remains weak.” He pointed to ongoing macroeconomic uncertainties and slow government order cycles as potential hurdles.
Traders are reacting swiftly to the news, with BlackBerry’s shares fluctuating around $4.12 following the earnings report. Veteran trader Stephen Guilfoyle noted that while his position in BlackBerry remains profitable, he has tempered expectations for the upcoming fiscal second quarter. “The shares popped sharply higher at first and then continued to deteriorate,” he commented, reflecting the volatility in the stock’s performance.
With BlackBerry set to report Q2 earnings in late September, the market will be watching closely for further developments. Analysts continue to debate the company’s path forward, particularly as it navigates the complexities of the automotive sector and global economic conditions.
This is a developing story, and investors will need to stay alert as BlackBerry adapts to new challenges and opportunities in the tech landscape.
