Applied Digital (APLD.US) Price Target 2026/2027: 150% Upside – Rating and Stock Analysis

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Price history for Applied Digital (APLD.US) – stock price at 29.88 $, August 2026
Applied Digital stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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Applied Digital Price Target 2026: Analysts See 148% Upside

The average price target for Applied Digital is $74.14. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 148,13% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Applied Digital overvalued or undervalued?

Applied Digital is currently undervalued with a gap of 148.1% relative to the price target.


The current price is $29.88, which places Applied Digital in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $66.73, and overvalued when the price exceeds $81.55.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Applied Digital, the fair value range lies between $66.73 and $81.55.


See the full price target analysis for Applied Digital →

Analyst Ratings for Applied Digital stock in 2026: Buy

9 analysts cover Applied Digital. There is broad agreement on a positive view — 88.9% recommend buying. The average price target is $74.14, which gives an upside of 148.1% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (4.44/5)
Strong Buy
5 (55.6%)
Buy
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Hold
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4.44 out of 5 based on 9 analysts

About Applied Digital – IT

Applied Digital Corporation designs, develops, and operates digital infrastructure solutions to high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence industries in North America. It operates through: Data Center Hosting Business, and HPC Hosting Business. The company offers infrastructure services to crypto mining customers; and GPU computing solutions for critical workloads related to AI, machine learning, and other HPC tasks. It also engages in the designing, constructing, and managing of data centers to support HPC applications. The company was formerly known as Applied Blockchain, Inc. and changed its name to Applied Digital Corporation in November 2022. Applied Digital Corporation has an lease agreement with CoreWeave for an additional 150MW at its Polaris Forge 1 Campus in Ellendale, North Dakota. Applied Digital Corporation is based in Dallas, Texas. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Applied Digital

$ 9,0B Market cap
$ 611M Revenue
IT Industry
- P/E
14.73 P/S
4.59 P/B
USA Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is Applied Digital?

Speculative stock

Applied Digital is classified as a speculative stock.

Score Overview for Applied Digital

💰 Value Score 12/100 (Very Low)
⭐ Quality Score 22/100 (Low)
🚀 Momentum Score 18/100 (Very Low)
📊 Total Score 17/100

⚠️ 4 red flags identified 2 critical

Our analysis has identified 4 potential risk factors in Applied Digital that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ High debt: The debt-to-equity ratio is 195% – the company carries considerably more debt than equity, which raises the financial risk.
🚨 Negative profit margin: The profit margin is -39.9% – the company is losing money on its operations.
⚠️ Negative return on equity: ROE is -8.4% – the company is generating a negative return for shareholders.
🚨 High short interest: 26.3% of the shares are sold short – many professional investors are betting on price declines.

📈 Valuation

The P/S ratio is 14.7 (high — the market pays a premium for the revenue). The P/B ratio is 4.6. The PEG ratio is 1.83.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 6 out of 9 — good financial health. Altman Z2 is 2.30 (middle zone — moderate). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 195.1% — moderate debt.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 26.33% — very high, the market is skeptical.

Insider Trading in Applied Digital 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at Applied Digital have made 20 transactions, all of which were sales. On a net basis, insiders took 95,710,507 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Laltrello Laura, Zhang Jason Gechen, Mohmand Mohammad Saidal LaVanway and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 0 purchases and 4 sales. A net 70,419,240 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares in the recent period. This can suggest management sees limited opportunity.

Across the last 20 transactions: 0 purchases and 20 sales. A net 95,710,507 $ out of the stock.

Latest sale: Laltrello Laura sold 43,440 shares at 34 $ each on 2026-07-06.

Who is selling: Laltrello Laura, Zhang Jason Gechen, Mohmand Mohammad Saidal LaVanway, Cummins Wes, Nottenburg Richard N and others.

Latest Insider Trades in Applied Digital (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Applied Digital. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-07-06 Laltrello Laura Sell 43,440 34 1,455,240
2026-07-01 Zhang Jason Gechen Sell 300,000 36 10,656,000
2026-06-22 Mohmand Mohammad Saidal LaVanway Sell 490,000 45 22,148,000
2026-06-22 Cummins Wes Sell 800,000 45 36,160,000
2026-04-30 Nottenburg Richard N Sell 12,500 35 432,375
2026-04-28 Nottenburg Richard N Sell 12,500 32 400,000
2026-04-27 MILLER DOUGLAS S Sell 10,000 35 349,800
2026-04-10 Cummins Wes Sell 100,000 26 2,626,000
2026-04-04 Mohmand Mohammad Saidal LaVanway Sell 12,500 25 307,000
2026-04-04 Cummins Wes Sell 100,000 25 2,456,000

Who is buying and selling Applied Digital shares in 2026?

The following insiders have sold shares: Laltrello Laura, Zhang Jason Gechen, Mohmand Mohammad Saidal LaVanway, Cummins Wes, Nottenburg Richard N and others. In total, 95,710,507 $ was sold across 20 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Applied Digital Short Selling 2026: 26.3% Sold Short

Extremely shorted: 26.3% of the free float
Short % of free float
26.3%
Assessment
Extremely shorted
Short squeeze risk
Very High
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has an extremely high share of short selling. More than 20% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which is unusual and can point to great skepticism among institutional investors. The risk of a short squeeze on positive news is considerable.

What does this mean for you as an investor?
A short interest of 26.3% means that 26.3% of the freely traded shares in Applied Digital have been borrowed and sold by investors betting on falling prices. On positive surprises (e.g. a strong earnings report), short sellers can be forced to buy back shares quickly to close their positions, which can cause a short squeeze with sharp price gains in a short time.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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26.3%

When Does Applied Digital Report Earnings?

The next earnings date for Applied Digital is not yet available. Check the company's investor calendar for more information.



Technical Analysis of Applied Digital 2026 – Signal: Sell

Overall Technical Signal: Sell

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 6, 2026.

Technical analysis of Applied Digital (APLD.US) – RSI 48, MACD negative (bearish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
Applied Digital technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Applied Digital Corporation

Applied Digital Corporation is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $29.87 is 4.9% above the 20-day average ($28.46). Medium term, the picture is negative: the price is 18.3% below the 50-day average ($36.55). Long term, the stock is 8.3% below the 200-day average ($32.56), which signals a long-term downtrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (36.55) is above the 200-day average (32.56), which is a classic bullish signal for Applied Digital Corporation.

Is Applied Digital Corporation overbought or oversold?

Applied Digital Corporation has an RSI of 47.8, right in the middle of the neutral zone. There is no clear buying or selling pressure.

MACD Analysis for Applied Digital Corporation

Daily MACD: MACD is negative (-1.879), which means the short-term trend is bearish (the 12-day EMA is below the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (-2.669) by 0.790, which suggests the negative momentum is fading – a potential trend reversal could be ahead.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (0.416), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is below the signal line (2.512) by 2.096, which suggests the long-term momentum is fading – the positive trend could come under pressure.

Overall MACD assessment: The daily and weekly MACD give conflicting signals. The long-term trend is bullish, but the short-term trend is bearish. Daily momentum is rising, though, which could suggest the pullback is over.

Risk Profile for Applied Digital Corporation

Applied Digital Corporation has an annual standard deviation of 105.2%, which classifies the stock as extreme risk. Only risk-tolerant investors should consider this stock, because the price swings can be very large.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Applied Digital Corporation

Trend: Negative. The price trades below SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bearish (-1.879). Weekly bullish (0.416).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily rising. Weekly falling.

RSI: 47.8 – neutral.

Technical signal: Sell

The trend is negative and MACD is below the zero line, which confirms the bearish momentum. Consider reducing the position or setting a stop-loss.

Frequently Asked Questions About Applied Digital stock in 2026

Should you buy Applied Digital stock now?
No, the technical signal for Applied Digital is currently SELL. Applied Digital trades at $29.88 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Sell. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is negative (bearish trend) at -1.879 with rising momentum (signal: -2.669); RSI is at 47.8 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $74.14 points to 148.1% upside. The stock is in a broader downtrend (below SMA50/SMA200). Buying in a downtrend is generally not recommended. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Applied Digital stock?
The average analyst price target for Applied Digital is $74.14. The current price is $29.88, which gives an upside of 148.1%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $66.73 and $81.55.
Is Applied Digital a dividend stock?
No, Applied Digital does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Applied Digital stock?
Applied Digital is rated as a stock with extreme risk. the annual standard deviation is 105.2%, which classifies the stock as extreme risk.
Is Applied Digital overvalued?
No, Applied Digital is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (148.1% upside). Applied Digital has the following valuation ratios: a P/S ratio of 14.7, a P/B ratio of 4.6. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 148.1%.
Is Applied Digital overbought?
No, Applied Digital is not overbought. RSI is at 47.8 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 47.8 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 5.0% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is negative, but momentum is rising (possible trend reversal).
When is the next Applied Digital earnings report?
The date of the next earnings report for Applied Digital has not been published yet. Check the company's investor calendar for updates.
Is Applied Digital shorted?
Yes, Applied Digital is shorted with 26.3% of the free float sold short. This is an extremely high level of short selling, which points to great skepticism among institutional investors. The risk of a short squeeze on positive news or earnings is very high. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Applied Digital stock?
No, insiders are not buying Applied Digital shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 4 sales. On a net basis, 70,419,240 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 95,710,507 $ sold. Active sellers include Laltrello Laura, Zhang Jason Gechen, Mohmand Mohammad Saidal LaVanway and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Applied Digital a good stock?
Based on our total score, Applied Digital is rated as a disastrous stock with a total score of 17 out of 100. The stock scores very low on value, quality and momentum – it is among the worst in our database. The score is made up of Value: 12/100, Quality: 22/100, Momentum: 18/100. In addition: analysts see 148.1% upside to the price target; technical signal: Sell. Whether Applied Digital is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Applied Digital stock?
The outlook for Applied Digital based on current data: the average analyst price target is $74.14 (+148.1%); the stock is in a downtrend (below SMA50 and SMA200). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Applied Digital stock rising?
Applied Digital is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 5.0% above the 20-day average; short interest is 26.3% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Applied Digital go?
The average analyst price target for Applied Digital is $74.14, which corresponds to a potential gain of 148.1% from the current price of $29.88. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Applied Digital fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Applied Digital. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Applied Digital do?
Applied Digital Corporation designs, develops, and operates digital infrastructure solutions to high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence industries in North America. It operates through: Data Center Hosting Business, and HPC Hosting Business. The company of... The company belongs to the Teknologi sector, more specifically the IT industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Applied Digital as an investment.
Did Applied Digital raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Applied Digital. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Applied Digital making money or losing money?
No, Applied Digital is currently not making money — the company is losing money with a negative profit margin of -39.9%, a substantial loss. That means the business loses money on every dollar of revenue. For growth stocks investing in expansion this is normal — but it raises the risk if the company does not reach break-even before its capital runs out.
Can Applied Digital go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Applied Digital is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 2.30 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 6 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 195% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Applied Digital have a lot of debt?
Yes, Applied Digital has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 195%. For the teknologi sector, anything above 150% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector.