DoorDash Stock Price Hits 52 Week High as Analyst Raises Target to $240

KeyBanc has re-rated DoorDash stock today (NASDAQ: DASH), raising the price target from $225 to $240 whilst keeping in place an Overweight rating. With DASH changing hands at $199.34 at the time of writing, the upwards revision to ~20% above the current level suggests a confidence in DoorDash's potential, particularly in the wake of its recent Q4 earnings.

The firm highlighted DoorDash's successful results and the favorable forward guidance which reflects the company's ability to leverage the substantial opportunities within the realm of local commerce to nurture high-teens growth over a medium-term horizon.

DoorDash's stock price has had a solid gain on the day, adding 3.23% during an otherwise downwards market. The stock has seen a 52 week range between $99.32 and $201.17, with the yearly high coming in today's session.

The operational backbone of the company lies in its DoorDash and Wolt Marketplaces, offering services that span customer acquisition and payment processing. It's not just the breadth of services like DashPass memberships and on-demand access through DoorDash Storefront that distinguishes the firm but also their investment in technology platforms like Bbot, introducing advanced digital ordering and payment solutions for in-store and online channels.

With a market capitalization nearing $82.5billion, DoorDash's financial footprint is substantial. As per the latest data, there is a commanding presence of institutional involvement as they hold 92.12% of the stock. In terms of financials, DoorDash reported a trailing P/E ratio of 622.87, forward P/E of 52.56, with total revenues sitting at $10.15 billion, although the net income to common was reported at a loss of $172 million.

The consensus price target on Doordash stock at $210.91 suggests an upside view on the street, which following the year-to-date gain of 16.81% reflects continued bullish sentiment.