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BlackBerry Ltd's stock is experiencing a notable uptick, driven by significant developments in its QNX division.

BlackBerry Ltd (BB.TO) is rising today, with shares up 1.98% to CA$10.83. This surge comes on the heels of exciting news from its QNX division, which is making strides in the autonomous driving sector.

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BlackBerry Ltd

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โ†‘ $5.86 (123.11%)
120 day period
$4.38$11.14$17.91Mar 4May 29Aug 24

Market cap

$6.22B

P/E

75.9x

52W high

$18.45

52W low

$4.35

1W change

-12.30%

Beta

1.46

Analyst Price Targets

Based on analyst covering BB

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Wall Street analysts forecast BB stock price to rise 5.7% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Moderately Bullish

Based on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)

Avg. Target

C$11.23

+5.7% Upside

Current Price

C$10.62

Last close

Compare analyst targets across the TSX & TSXV โ†’

Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

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

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$4.25C$7.11C$9.97C$12.84C$15.70C$18.56TodayApr 16Jun 19Aug 24Oct 6Nov 19Jan 1

30-Day Vol

59.2%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

77.6%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

-50.0%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$8.88

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1ฯƒ)
30 trading daysC$10.01C$8.16 โ€“ C$12.27
60 trading daysC$9.43C$7.06 โ€“ C$12.59
90 trading daysC$8.88C$6.24 โ€“ C$12.65

Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ยฑ1ฯƒ, 95% band = ยฑ2ฯƒ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.

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Investor takeaway: The recent advancements in BlackBerry's QNX division could signal a promising future for the company, especially as it positions itself within the growing autonomous vehicle market.

1.98% Gain Today

BlackBerry's stock has risen to CA$10.83, reflecting investor optimism about its future in the autonomous driving market.

Bull case

BlackBerry is seen as undervalued by 26.4%, with a fair value estimate of CA$16.22. The positive momentum from its QNX division's latest developments may attract more investors.

Bear case

Despite the positive news, BlackBerry's high P/E ratio of 75.86 compared to industry peers raises concerns about whether its valuation can hold up, especially if market sentiment shifts.

BlackBerry's QNX Division Takes Center Stage

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BlackBerry's recent collaboration with Momenta and XHEART to launch a certified autonomous driving platform has captured investor attention. This partnership enhances BlackBerry's position in the automotive software market, which is crucial as the industry shifts towards more intelligent and safe driving solutions.

Market Sentiment and Valuation Concerns

Despite today's gains, BlackBerry's high P/E ratio suggests that the stock may be overvalued relative to its peers. Investors should remain cautious and consider how market sentiment could impact future performance, especially in a volatile sector like technology.

Looking Ahead: Potential and Risks

While BlackBerry's advancements in autonomous driving present a bullish case, potential risks such as production delays or competition in the safety OS market could weigh on its valuation. Investors are encouraged to weigh these factors carefully as they assess BlackBerry's future prospects.


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Published: August 25, 2026
Last Updated: August 25, 2026
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