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Autodesk Inc. shows promising growth with a significant revenue increase and strategic acquisitions.

Autodesk Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) is rising today, gaining 4.61% and closing at CA$241.79. This uptick follows the company's impressive fiscal first-quarter results and strategic moves in the market.

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Autodesk Inc

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↑ $10.13 (4.31%)
120 day period
$187.72$229.15$270.58Apr 27Jul 23Oct 15

Market cap

$51.24B

P/E

29.9x

52W high

$320.00

52W low

$185.50

1W change

+4.95%

Beta

1.33

Analyst Price Targets

Based on 36 analysts covering ADSK · as of Oct 5, 2026

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Wall Street analysts forecast ADSK stock price to rise 25.4% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Buy

4.47 / 5.00

Avg. Target

C$307.54

+25.4% Upside

Current Price

C$245.16

Last close

Analyst Breakdown (36 analysts)

Strong Buy 23
Buy 7
Hold 6
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Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on ADSK's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$159.92C$235.27C$310.62C$385.98C$461.33C$536.68TodayJun 9Aug 13Oct 15Nov 27Jan 10Feb 22

30-Day Vol

48.1%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

45.7%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

+50.0%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$293.09

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$260.20C$220.38 – C$307.21
60 trading daysC$276.15C$218.34 – C$349.27
90 trading daysC$293.09C$219.82 – C$390.79

Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.

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Investor takeaway: Investors are responding positively to Autodesk's strong financial performance and its strategic acquisition of MaintainX, positioning the company for future growth.

Autodesk Reports 18% Revenue Growth

The company's revenue reached $1.93 billion for Q1 FY27, showcasing its strong market position and operational efficiency.

Bull case

Autodesk's 18% year-over-year revenue growth in Q1 FY27 indicates strong demand for its products. The acquisition of MaintainX is expected to boost its operational capabilities, making the company even more competitive.

Bear case

Despite the positive momentum, Autodesk faces challenges like market competition and the ongoing need for innovation to sustain its growth.

Strong Financial Performance

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Autodesk reported an 18% year-over-year revenue increase, reaching $1.93 billion for the first quarter of fiscal 2027. This strong performance highlights the company's ability to capitalize on market demand and effectively manage its operations.

Strategic Acquisition of MaintainX

The planned acquisition of MaintainX aims to enhance Autodesk's unified platform, further solidifying its position in the operations sector. This move is expected to drive additional value for customers and improve operational efficiencies.

Leadership Changes and Innovations

With the appointment of Diana Colella to lead the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) business, Autodesk is poised to innovate and expand its offerings. The company's focus on integrating AI across its industry clouds also promises to enhance product capabilities.


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Published: October 15, 2026
Last Updated: October 15, 2026

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