Shares of Coupang LLC (NYSE:CPNG) have hit a 52-week peak at $30.97, pushing the company’s market value to approximately $56 billion. This milestone reflects a strong growth trend for the South Korean e-commerce leader, with the stock rising an impressive 44.49% over the past year. Analyst price targets vary between $22.80 and $37.70, signaling robust investor optimism around Coupang’s future potential. The company continues to broaden its market footprint and improve service offerings, solidifying its role as a major competitor in the global e-commerce landscape.
In related news, Coupang released its Q1 2025 financial results, which slightly missed analysts’ estimates on both earnings per share (EPS) and revenue. The company posted an EPS of $0.06, just below the expected $0.07, and revenues of $7.91 billion, falling short of the $8.03 billion forecast. Nonetheless, Coupang showcased a remarkable 300% increase in operating income year-over-year and unveiled a $1 billion share buyback plan.
Wall Street analysts remain bullish on the stock, with BofA Securities raising its price target to $34 and maintaining a Buy rating, while Morgan Stanley lifted its target to $32 with an Overweight rating. Both firms praised Coupang’s strong operational performance and growth prospects, with Morgan Stanley projecting a 41% increase in adjusted EBITDA for 2025.
Bernstein’s market analysis highlights Coupang’s leadership in the Korean e-commerce sector, crediting its competitive edge to free shipping and fast delivery services. Expansion efforts in Taiwan, including the launch of the Wow membership program, are also seen as significant growth drivers for the company moving forward.
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