Rating Change
JP Morgan analysts downgraded Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CCOI) from Neutral to Underweight on August 19, 2026.
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Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. (CCOI) Downgraded to Underweight by JP Morgan
JP Morgan analysts downgraded Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CCOI) from Neutral to Underweight on August 19, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CCOI) · downgrade
- Firm
- JP Morgan
- Rating
- Neutral to Underweight
- Price at event
- $10.37
- Market capitalization
- $1.2B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- JP Morgan downgraded Cogent Communications (CCOI) from Neutral to Underweight on August 19, 2026, citing unspecified reasoning for the rating change.
Market Context
Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. operates in the Communication Services sector. The stock currently trades at $10.37 with a market capitalization of $1.2B. The stock has declined 70.4% over the past 52 weeks.
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Recent Analyst Activity for Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 2 Buy, 7 Hold, 1 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 2026 | JP Morgan | Underweight | N/A |
| Aug 14, 2026 | UBS | Neutral | N/A |
| Aug 13, 2026 | Citigroup | Neutral | N/A |
| Aug 13, 2026 | RBC Capital | Sector Perform | N/A |
| Aug 07, 2026 | TD Cowen | Buy | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Underweight rating mean for CCOI?
A rating of Underweight from JP Morgan reflects the analyst's outlook on Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:CCOI). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
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