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Why BlackBerry Ltd stock is sliding today

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BlackBerry Ltd's stock is experiencing a notable decline, raising concerns among investors.

Shares of BlackBerry Ltd (BB.TO) are sliding today, down 4.05% to CA$11.62. This drop comes as the company grapples with ongoing challenges in the cybersecurity sector, leading to broader skepticism among investors.

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BlackBerry Ltd

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$7.45 (159.87%)
120 day period
$4.38$11.14$17.91Feb 25May 22Aug 17

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Market cap

$7.10B

P/E

86.5x

52W high

$18.45

52W low

$4.35

1W change

-1.86%

Beta

1.46

Analyst Price Targets

Based on analyst covering BB

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Wall Street analysts forecast BB stock price to fall 7.1% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Moderately Bearish

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

Avg. Target

C$11.25

-7.1% Upside

Current Price

C$12.11

Last close

Compare analyst targets across the TSX & TSXV →

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

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Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

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

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$5.09C$10.20C$15.30C$20.40C$25.51C$30.61TodayApr 9Jun 12Aug 17Sep 29Nov 12Dec 25

30-Day Vol

60.2%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

79.3%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

+50.0%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$14.48

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$12.85C$10.44C$15.82
60 trading daysC$13.64C$10.17C$18.30
90 trading daysC$14.48C$10.10C$20.74

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.

Investor takeaway: Investors should closely monitor BlackBerry's upcoming earnings report and analyst estimates to gauge the company's future performance.

4.05% Decline

BlackBerry's stock has seen a significant drop of 4.05% today, contributing to a worrying trend over the past month.

Bull case

Despite today’s decline, BlackBerry has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy), which suggests there might be potential for growth if the company can effectively leverage its cybersecurity solutions.

Bear case

The stock's recent performance has been disappointing, with a 17.55% drop over the past month, raising concerns about its competitiveness in the technology sector.

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Market Performance Overview

BlackBerry Ltd's stock is currently down 4.05%, closing at CA$11.62. This slide is part of a broader trend, as the stock has underperformed significantly over the past month, losing 17.55%. Investors are expressing caution as they await the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to show earnings per share of $0.04, unchanged from the previous year.

Investor Sentiment and Analyst Outlook

Despite the recent downturn, BlackBerry maintains a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy), suggesting that analysts see potential in the company's long-term prospects. However, the current Forward P/E ratio of 51.94 is considerably higher than the industry average of 21.5, indicating that investors may be paying a premium for anticipated growth. Adjustments to analyst estimates could signal shifts in market sentiment, making it crucial for investors to stay informed.

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Published: August 18, 2026
Last Updated: August 18, 2026

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