Rating Change
JP Morgan analysts upgraded Akamai Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:AKAM) from Underweight to Neutral on August 13, 2026.
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Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM) Upgraded to Neutral at JP Morgan
JP Morgan analysts upgraded Akamai Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:AKAM) from Underweight to Neutral on August 13, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Akamai Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:AKAM) · upgrade
- Firm
- JP Morgan
- Rating
- Underweight to Neutral
- Price at event
- $125.29
- Market capitalization
- $14.3B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- JP Morgan upgraded Akamai Technologies (AKAM) from Underweight to Neutral on August 13, 2026, suggesting analysts see improving fundamentals or a more favorable risk-reward profile.
Market Context
Akamai Technologies, Inc. operates in the Technology sector. The stock currently trades at $125.29 with a market capitalization of $14.3B. The stock has gained 39.0% over the past 52 weeks.
Analyst upgrades often act as catalysts for near-term price movement, particularly when they come from major firms with significant institutional following. JP Morgan's upgrade suggests their analysts see improving fundamentals, a more favorable risk-reward profile, or upcoming catalysts that could drive the stock higher.
Analyst ratings and price targets are one input among many for investment decisions. Historical studies show that consensus analyst recommendations have mixed predictive power on their own, but significant changes in consensus — such as multiple upgrades or downgrades in a short period — can be more meaningful signals.
Recent Analyst Activity for Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 3 Buy, 7 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 2026 | JP Morgan | Neutral | N/A |
| Aug 10, 2026 | Susquehanna | Positive | N/A |
| Aug 10, 2026 | HSBC | Hold | N/A |
| Aug 07, 2026 | TD Cowen | Hold | N/A |
| Aug 07, 2026 | Guggenheim | Buy | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View AKAM Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Neutral rating mean for AKAM?
A rating of Neutral from JP Morgan reflects the analyst's outlook on Akamai Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:AKAM). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
Browse recent upgrades and downgrades on our Analyst Ratings Dashboard or the AKAM forecast page.