Should you buy Okta stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Okta is currently BUY. Okta trades at $144.02 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 3.643 with falling momentum (signal: 4.246); RSI is at 61.2 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $129.02 is 10.4% below the current price. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Okta stock?
The average analyst price target for Okta is $129.02. The current price is $144.02, which gives a downside of 10.4%. Based on this, the stock is considered overvalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $116.12 and $141.92.
Is Okta a dividend stock?
No, Okta does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Okta stock?
Okta is rated as a stock with high risk. the annual standard deviation is 57.0%, which classifies the stock as high risk.
Is Okta overvalued?
Yes, Okta is considered overvalued based on the analyst price target (10.4% above the price target). Okta has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 103.4 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 8.6, a P/B ratio of 3.6. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is overvalued by 10.4%.
Is Okta overbought?
No, Okta is not overbought. RSI is at 61.2 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 61.2 (upper neutral zone), which shows positive momentum but is not yet overbought. In addition, the price is 0.7% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive, but momentum is falling.
When is the next Okta earnings report?
Okta reports its next earnings on August 26, 2026. The stock currently trades at $144.02. With a P/E ratio of 103.4, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is Okta shorted?
Yes, Okta is shorted with 5.1% of the free float sold short. This is a high level of short selling, which suggests some investors are betting on falling prices. Positive surprises can lead to a moderate short squeeze. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Okta stock?
No, insiders are not buying Okta shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 6 sales. On a net basis, 5,987,426 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 2 purchases and 18 sales, with a net 12,884,269 $ sold. Active sellers include McKinnon Todd, Schwartz Larissa, Kelleher Eric Robert 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 Okta a good stock?
Based on our total score, Okta is rated as a good stock with a total score of 61 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum – it is among the top 39% in our database. The score is made up of Value: 19/100, Quality: 67/100, Momentum: 97/100. In addition: the price target is 10.4% below the current price; technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether Okta 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 Okta stock?
The outlook for Okta based on current data: the average analyst price target is $129.02 (-10.4%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on 8/26/2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 103.4 (high – the market expects growth). 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 Okta stock moving?
Okta is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; short interest is 5.1% (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 Okta go?
The average analyst price target for Okta is $129.02, which is 10.4% below the current price of $144.02. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Okta fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Okta. 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 Okta do?
Okta laver identitetsløsninger til store og små virksomheder, universiteter og offentlige institutioner over hele verden. De tjener penge ved at sælge software, der styrer og sikrer brugeridentiteter.
Virksomheden er især kendt for deres Single Sign-On, som lader brugere logg... The company belongs to the Teknologi sector, more specifically the Software - Infrastructure industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Okta as an investment.
Did Okta raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Okta. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Okta making money or losing money?
Yes, Okta is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 8.2% — which is moderate. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 7.3%. At a P/E ratio of 103.4, you currently pay 103.4 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Okta go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Okta is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 2.92 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 8 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 47% (low). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Okta have a lot of debt?
No, Okta has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 47%. For the teknologi sector, anything below 80% counts as low debt. 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. Can Okta service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 79.0x, and the company has more cash than debt (net cash).
