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Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR), headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, is a global leader in networking and cybersecurity solutions, delivering innovative and secure infrastructure to customers worldwide. With a market cap of $12.7 billion, Juniper is critical in enabling seamless connectivity and protecting digital ecosystems in an increasingly interconnected world. The company is set to release its Q4 earnings on Tuesday, Feb. 4.
Ahead of the event, analysts expect Juniper Networks to report a profit of $0.39 per share, down 9.3% from $0.43 in the year-ago quarter. The company missed the consensus estimates in three of the last four quarters while surpassing the forecast on another occasion. In Q3, the company reported an EPS of $0.33, which topped the consensus estimates by 17.9%.
For fiscal 2025, analysts expect Juniper Networks to report an adjusted EPS of $0.89, down 43.3% from $1.57 in fiscal 2024. However, in fiscal 2025, EPS is expected to grow by 42.7% year-over-year to $1.27.
Juniper Networks' shares have gained 27% over the past 52 weeks, outperforming the S&P 500 Index's ($SPX) 24.4% gain and the Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund's (XLK) 23.9% gain during the same period.
Juniper Networks has outperformed broader markets and peers, driven by innovation, rising demand for cloud and AI-driven solutions, and strategic partnerships. The company reported Q3 earnings results on Oct. 31, with revenue of $1.33 billion, down 5% year-over-year but exceeding Wall Street's forecast of $1.27 billion. Its non-GAAP operating margin was 15%, down from 17.5% in Q3 2023 but up from 10.9% in Q2 2024. Shares saw a slight uptick following the earnings release.
Analysts’ consensus opinion on Juniper Networks' stock is cautious, with a “Hold” rating overall. Out of 12 analysts covering the stock, one advises a “Strong Buy” rating, 10 gives a “Hold” rating, and one recommends a “Moderate Sell.”
Juniper Networks' average analyst price target is $38.73, suggesting only a marginal upside from current levels.
