Oppenheimer Upgrades Etsy to Outperform on AI Search and App Gains
The firm cites AI search, easier product discovery, stronger app engagement, and a durable competitive moat.
The firm cites AI search, easier product discovery, stronger app engagement, and a durable competitive moat.
Etsy stock rises in analysts’ eyes: BofA to Buy with $105 PT, Rosenblatt initiates at $95. Growth under new CEO looks more durable.
Etsy beat Q1 forecasts as sales grew, more buyers spent slightly more, and it stays strong despite inflation and tariffs.
Oppenheimer lowers Etsy’s first-half sales estimates due to higher gas prices and plateauing buyers. Shares fall sharply.
eBay buys Depop from Etsy for ~$1.2B, boosting its fashion resale with 7M young buyers (90% under 34). Q4 revenue +15% to $3B, shares up 7%.
Etsy has a new CEO, Kruti Patel Goyal. Sales forecasts are muted, stock fell, and the company is focusing on AI to lift growth.