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UBS raises Autodesk stock price target to $325 on growth outlook

UBS increased its price target for Autodesk (NASDAQ:ADSK) to $325 from $290, citing strong Q2 fiscal 2027 results and raised guidance. The company reported $3.30 EPS on $2.05B revenue, beating estimates. UBS noted 12% revenue growth and a 92% gross margin, maintaining a Buy rating. InvestingPro data suggests significant upside potential.

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Published Aug 28, 2026, 7:36 AM UTC
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Primary signal
$ADSK
Bullish
medium confidence
Mentioned
$ADSK
Relevance
7/10
alphai data visualization · based on investing.com
Decision brief

The 30-second read

$ADSKBullishMed
01

Why it matters

The upgrade reflects confidence in Autodesk's growth trajectory and may attract momentum traders.

02

Market read

Analyst target raise on a beat earnings report can drive short-term price appreciation.

03

What to watch

Potential integration costs from recent acquisitions could pressure margins.

Relevance 7/10Novelty 6/10Timing: same day

Background

Autodesk reported fiscal Q2 2027 earnings that beat expectations, prompting UBS to lift its price target.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$ADSKBullishMedium confidence
Context

UBS raised its price target for Autodesk to $325 from $290 and highlighted Q2 fiscal 2027 earnings beat and upgraded guidance.

Expected impact

Potential upside of 10-15% as investors price in the new target.

Evidence & confidence

The target raise is based on strong earnings beat and improved guidance, which often triggers buying pressure.

Market effects

Sector

Positive signal for the broader design software and SaaS sector.

Regional

U.S. tech stocks may see modest gains.

Global

Limited to markets tracking Autodesk and related tech equities.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

The target raise may already be priced in, limiting upside.

Key entities

  • company
    Autodesk

    Design software provider (NASDAQ:ADSK).

  • analyst
    UBS

    Investment bank that raised the price target.

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