JMP maintains $124 target on Docusign stock, cites growth potential

Published 14-03-2025, 02:34 pm
JMP maintains $124 target on Docusign stock, cites growth potential

Friday, JMP Securities analyst Patrick Walravens maintained a Market Outperform rating on Docusign Inc. (NASDAQ:DOCU) with a steady price target of $124.00. Walravens highlighted several factors that underpin the positive outlook for the company, emphasizing its leading position in the e-signature market and the potential for significant growth in its agreement automation business. According to InvestingPro data, the company currently trades at a P/E ratio of 15.3x and shows impressive gross profit margins of 80.16%, indicating strong operational efficiency.

Docusign, recognized for its dominant e-signature franchise, boasts an impressive customer base of 1.7 million. The company’s Identity and Agreement Management (IAM) segment is currently a small portion of its total subscription business, yet it is anticipated to grow into double-digits by the end of fiscal year 2026 as demand continues to outpace expectations. With a market capitalization of $15.09 billion and revenue growth of 7.52%, InvestingPro analysis suggests the stock is currently undervalued, with 13 additional ProTips available for subscribers.

The market opportunity for Docusign is substantial, with the total addressable market (TAM) estimated at $50 billion, split evenly between e-signature and contract lifecycle management. Signs of the core business’s improvement were noted, including a Net Revenue Retention (NRR) rate that has risen to 101% in the fourth fiscal quarter, up from 100% in the previous quarter, marking a recovery from a low of 98% a year ago. InvestingPro’s comprehensive analysis reveals an overall Financial Health score of "GREAT" (3.19), suggesting strong fundamentals and growth potential.

The leadership team at Docusign also received commendations for their strategic guidance. CEO Allan Thygesen, COO Anwar Akram, CFO Blake Grayson, CRO Paula Hansen, and Head of Investor Relations Matt Sonefeldt were all acknowledged for their thoughtful stewardship of the company.

In summary, JMP Securities’ reaffirmed rating and price target reflect confidence in Docusign’s market position, growth trajectory, and executive leadership, suggesting a robust outlook for the company’s long-term capital appreciation.

In other recent news, DocuSign Inc . reported its financial results for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025, surpassing analysts’ expectations with an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.86, compared to the forecasted $0.84. Revenue also exceeded predictions, reaching $776 million against the anticipated $760.99 million. This strong performance reflects DocuSign’s ability to manage its operations effectively and capitalize on market opportunities. Additionally, DocuSign introduced its Intelligent Agreement Management platform, enhancing its product offerings. The company maintained a strong non-GAAP operating margin of 29% for the quarter. Analysts from firms like William Blair and Bank of America (NYSE:BAC) have shown interest in the company’s innovative product initiatives. DocuSign’s dollar net retention rate reached 101%, the highest in six quarters, indicating strong customer retention and engagement. As DocuSign looks forward, it projects revenue between $3.129 billion and $3.141 billion for FY2026, indicating a growth rate of approximately 5%.

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