Rating Change
B of A Securities analysts downgraded AppLovin Corporation (NASDAQ:APP) from Buy to Neutral on August 11, 2026.
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AppLovin Corporation (APP) Downgraded to Neutral by B of A Securities
B of A Securities analysts downgraded AppLovin Corporation (NASDAQ:APP) from Buy to Neutral on August 11, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
AppLovin Corporation (NASDAQ:APP) · downgrade
- Firm
- B of A Securities
- Rating
- Buy to Neutral
- Price at event
- $339.00
- Market capitalization
- $147.1B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- B of A Securities downgraded AppLovin (APP) from Buy to Neutral on August 11, 2026, while the stock trades at $339.00 with a market capitalization of $147.1 billion.
Market Context
AppLovin Corporation operates in the Technology sector. The stock currently trades at $339.00 with a market capitalization of $147.1B. The stock has declined 34.8% over the past 52 weeks.
Analyst downgrades can weigh on a stock in the short term as institutional investors who follow B of A Securities's research adjust their positions. However, downgrades also sometimes create buying opportunities if the market overreacts to the rating change. The reasoning behind the downgrade matters more than the rating itself.
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 AppLovin Corporation
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 7 Buy, 3 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2026 | B of A Securities | Neutral | N/A |
| Aug 07, 2026 | Citigroup | Buy | N/A |
| Aug 06, 2026 | Benchmark | Buy | N/A |
| Aug 06, 2026 | Wedbush | Outperform | N/A |
| Aug 06, 2026 | Piper Sandler | Neutral | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View APP Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Neutral rating mean for APP?
A rating of Neutral from B of A Securities reflects the analyst's outlook on AppLovin Corporation (NASDAQ:APP). 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 APP forecast page.