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Why BlackBerry Ltd stock went up yesterday

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BlackBerry Ltd experienced a notable surge in its stock price, closing up 3.63% after a strong earnings report.

In yesterday's trading session, BlackBerry Ltd (BB.TO) saw its stock rise by 3.63%, closing at CA$12.27. This increase followed the company's impressive Q2 earnings report, which highlighted significant revenue growth and an optimistic outlook for the year ahead.

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BlackBerry Ltd

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↑ $7.32 (147.88%)
120 day period
$4.84$11.38$17.91Apr 6Jun 30Sep 24

Market cap

$7.20B

P/E

87.6x

52W high

$18.45

52W low

$4.35

1W change

+10.34%

Beta

1.44

Analyst Price Targets

Based on analyst covering BB · as of Sep 25, 2026

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Wall Street analysts forecast BB stock price to fall 2.5% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Neutral

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

Avg. Target

C$11.96

-2.5% Upside

Previously C$11.44 on Sep 24, 2026

Current Price

C$12.27

Last close

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Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

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

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$5.34C$8.21C$11.08C$13.95C$16.82C$19.69TodayMay 19Jul 22Sep 24Nov 6Dec 20Feb 1

30-Day Vol

52.0%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

76.1%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

-50.0%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$10.26

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$11.56C$9.66 – C$13.83
60 trading daysC$10.89C$8.45 – C$14.04
90 trading daysC$10.26C$7.52 – C$14.01

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 reacted positively to BlackBerry's strong performance and raised guidance, indicating confidence in the company's growth trajectory.

3.63% Increase in Stock Price

BlackBerry's stock price rose significantly after the company reported its strongest quarterly GAAP net income since Q4 fiscal 2022, signaling a turnaround in profitability.

Bull case

The solid earnings report showed a 26% year-over-year revenue increase and a record QNX revenue of CA$80 million. This suggests that BlackBerry's focus on software solutions is really starting to pay off.

Bear case

Despite the positive earnings, there are still concerns about geopolitical uncertainties affecting Secure Communications revenue, which could impact future performance.

Strong Earnings Report Fuels Stock Surge

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BlackBerry Ltd's stock gained 3.63% yesterday, closing at CA$12.27 after the company reported impressive Q2 earnings. Total revenue reached CA$163 million, a 26% increase year-over-year, surpassing expectations. The company also achieved a record QNX revenue of CA$80 million, up 27% from the previous year, which played a significant role in boosting investor confidence.

Raised Full-Year Guidance Signals Optimism

Following the strong quarterly performance, BlackBerry raised its full-year revenue outlook by CA$19 million at the midpoint, now projecting between CA$616 million and CA$636 million. This optimistic guidance reflects the company's growth strategy and the success of its software solutions unit, particularly in the automotive sector.

Concerns Amidst Positive Momentum

While the earnings report was largely positive, investors should remain cautious. BlackBerry's Secure Communications revenue outlook was revised down due to geopolitical uncertainties, which could pose risks to future revenue streams. Additionally, the anticipated decline in licensing revenue in the coming quarters may temper enthusiasm.


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Published: September 25, 2026
Last Updated: September 25, 2026

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