Oracle Corporation
ORCLNYSEAlpha Score of 48 reflects weak overall profile with weak value, strong quality, moderate sentiment. Based on 3 of 4 signals – score is capped at 90 until remaining data ingests.
Oracle holds near 52-week highs as growth and margins support premium valuation
Sep 18, 2026Oracle trades near the top of its 52-week range, with the stock up roughly 200% from the $114.5 low. Revenue grew 17.3% year-over-year, while EPS jumped 35%, reflecting margin expansion. Net margin sits at 25.4%, among the highest in enterprise software. The P/E of 26.45 is elevated relative to the broader market but roughly in line with the EPS growth rate, suggesting the premium is backed by earnings momentum. The Alpha Score of 41.9 is neutral, with a strong quality sub-score of 70.3 offsetting weak momentum (13.4) and value (34.8). Sentiment at 58 is slightly positive. The quality score reflects Oracle's high margins and consistent cash generation, while the low value score indicates the stock is not cheap on traditional multiples. Forward watch: Oracle's next quarterly report will be watched for cloud revenue acceleration and any update on capital allocation after the Cerner integration.
Oracle's steady growth and quality score underpin value case
Sep 15, 2026Oracle shares trade near the middle of their 52-week range, with a P/E of 26.45 on trailing earnings of $5.86 per share. Revenue grew 17.3% year over year, while EPS jumped 35%, reflecting margin expansion that pushed net margin to 25.4%. The Alpha Score of 41.9 is held back by weak momentum (13.4) and middling value (34.8), but quality scores 70.3 and sentiment sits at 58. The earnings growth rate outpaces the revenue rate by a wide margin, a sign that cost discipline and mix shifts toward higher-margin cloud services are flowing through. The stock has rallied from its 52-week low of $114.50 but remains well below the high of $345.72. Forward watch: Oracle's next quarterly report will test whether the margin trajectory can hold as cloud competition intensifies.
Oracle's 35% EPS Growth Outpaces Revenue as Cloud Demand Holds
Sep 14, 2026Oracle's stock sits near the top of its 52-week range at $345.72, with a P/E of 26.45 against trailing EPS of $5.86. Revenue grew 17.3% year over year, while EPS jumped 35%, and net margin came in at 25.4%. The gap between revenue and earnings growth points to operating leverage from cloud infrastructure, though the Alpha Score of 41.9 reflects a split: quality at 70.3 and sentiment at 58 are solid, but momentum scores just 13.4 and value 34.8. That momentum reading looks stale given the price action near the high end of the range. Oracle's cloud backlog and AI-related capacity deals have been the main driver of the acceleration. The company has not issued fresh guidance since the last earnings call, so the market is watching whether the 17.3% revenue growth rate holds into the next quarter. A repeat of the 35% EPS growth would require continued margin expansion, not just top-line strength. Watch for Oracle's next quarterly report, expected in early September, for updated cloud revenue figures and any commentary on AI infrastructure spending commitments.
Oracle holds near 52-week highs as earnings growth outpaces valuation
Sep 9, 2026Oracle (ORCL) sits near the upper end of its 52-week range, a reflection of the 35% EPS growth that has lifted net margins past 25%. Revenue rose 17.3% year over year, and the P/E of 26.45 remains moderate relative to that expansion. The quality score in the Alpha framework sits at 70.3, the strongest sub-score, while value at 34.8 and null momentum suggest the market is pricing the growth rather than hunting for a bargain. Sentiment at 54.7 is neutral. The stock has not retested the $345.72 high set earlier this year; a break above that level would require continued revenue acceleration. Watch for the next quarterly report in September, where cloud infrastructure and database licensing will drive the narrative.
Oracle Holds Near Highs as Quality Score Offsets Weak Value
Sep 7, 2026Oracle closed near the top of its 52-week range, with shares trading around $340. The stock carries a P/E of 26.45, a premium to the broader tech sector, supported by 17.3% revenue growth and a 35% EPS jump year-over-year. Net margin of 25.4% underscores operational efficiency. The Alpha Score of 47.8 reflects a split profile: quality scores at 70.3 and sentiment at 54.7, but value at 34.8 and momentum flat. The low value score suggests the market has already priced in much of the growth story. Investors will watch the next quarterly report for signs that cloud and AI-driven demand can sustain the margin expansion and justify the current multiple.
Oracle Corporation Appoints Hilary Maxson as New Chief Financial Officer
Oracle Corporation announced the appointment of Hilary Maxson as Chief Financial Officer, effective April 6, 2026. Maxson joins Oracle from Schneider Electric SE, where she served as Executive Vice President and Group Chief Financial Officer since 2020. In her new role, she will serve as Oracle’s Principal Financial Officer. Douglas Kehring, who previously held the position, will transition to the role of Executive Vice President, Operations, focusing on the company’s strategic initiatives. Maxson’s compensation package includes an annual base salary of $950,000 and a performance-based bonus target of $2,500,000. Additionally, she will receive an equity grant with an intended value of $26 million under Oracle’s 2020 Equity Incentive Plan. This grant is structured as 80% time-based equity and 20% performance-based equity. The time-based portion will vest over four years, while the performance-based portion is subject to revenue metrics over a three-year period ending May 31, 2028. Oracle has also agreed to provide up to $250,000 in relocation assistance. The company confirmed that there are no reportable related party transactions or familial relationships between Maxson and any existing Oracle directors or executive officers.
- ›Hilary Maxson appointed as Chief Financial Officer effective April 6, 2026.
- ›Douglas Kehring steps down as Principal Financial Officer to become Executive Vice President, Operations.
- ›Maxson receives $950,000 base salary and $2.5 million annual performance bonus target.
- ›Maxson granted $26 million in equity, split between time-based and performance-based awards.
- ›Oracle to provide up to $250,000 in relocation costs for the new CFO.
Oracle Corporation Reports Fiscal 2026 Third Quarter Financial Results and Restructuring Activities
Oracle Corporation filed its Form 10-Q for the third quarter of fiscal year 2026, ending February 28, 2026. The filing details the company's ongoing financial operations, including revenue streams across its Cloud and Software, Hardware, and Services business segments. The company continues to execute its Fiscal 2026 Oracle Restructuring plan, which impacts various segments including Cloud and License, Services, and Hardware businesses, as well as corporate operations. The filing highlights significant capital structure activities, including the management of various fixed-rate and floating-rate senior notes with maturities extending through 2066. Subsequent to the quarter end, on March 6, 2026, Oracle entered into a new revolving credit agreement. Additionally, the company declared dividends related to its 6.50% Series D Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock on March 10, 2026. The company maintains various equity-based compensation plans, including restricted stock units and performance-based stock options. Financial disclosures include fair value measurements for assets and liabilities, categorized by input levels, and ongoing monitoring of legal contingencies, such as the Netherlands privacy class action. The company continues to report revenue performance across geographic regions including the Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific.
- ›Execution of the Fiscal 2026 Oracle Restructuring plan across multiple business segments.
- ›Entry into a new revolving credit agreement on March 6, 2026.
- ›Declaration of dividends for 6.50% Series D Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock on March 10, 2026.
- ›Ongoing management of long-term debt obligations with maturities ranging from 2029 to 2066.
- ›Continued monitoring of legal contingencies including the Netherlands privacy class action.
Oracle Corporation Reports Fiscal Third Quarter 2026 Results and Declares Quarterly Cash Dividends
On March 10, 2026, Oracle Corporation filed an 8-K report to announce its financial results for the fiscal third quarter, which ended on February 28, 2026. The company provided the financial details through an attached press release, designated as Exhibit 99.1. In addition to the earnings announcement, the company disclosed actions taken by its Board of Directors regarding capital allocation. The Board declared a cash dividend for both its common stock and its Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock. The common stock dividend is set at $0.50 per share, payable on April 24, 2026, to shareholders of record as of April 9, 2026. The dividend for the 6.50% Series D Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock is set at $1,263.89 per share, payable on April 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of April 1, 2026.
- ›Released financial results for the fiscal third quarter ended February 28, 2026.
- ›Declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.50 per share for common stock.
- ›Declared a cash dividend of $1,263.89 per share for Series D Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock.
- ›Set common stock dividend payment date for April 24, 2026.
- ›Set preferred stock dividend payment date for April 15, 2026.
Oracle Corporation Completes Offering of 100 Million Mandatory Convertible Preferred Depositary Shares
On February 5, 2026, Oracle Corporation finalized the issuance and sale of 100 million depositary shares, each representing a 1/2,000th interest in a share of 6.50% Series D Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock. The offering was conducted under an underwriting agreement with a syndicate led by BofA Securities, Citigroup, Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs, HSBC, and J.P. Morgan. The Series D Preferred Stock carries a liquidation preference of $100,000 per share and pays cumulative dividends at an annual rate of 6.50%. Dividends are payable quarterly on January 15, April 15, July 15, and October 15, beginning April 15, 2026, and concluding January 15, 2029. Oracle is restricted from paying dividends or repurchasing common stock unless all accumulated and unpaid dividends on the preferred shares have been satisfied. Unless converted earlier, the preferred stock will automatically convert into common stock on the second business day following the final averaging period, which concludes in January 2029. The conversion rate will be determined by the volume-weighted average price of Oracle common stock during a 20-day period prior to the conversion date. The conversion range is set between 499.8126 and 624.7657 shares of common stock per share of preferred stock. Holders also retain the right to convert their holdings into common stock at the minimum conversion rate prior to the mandatory settlement date, subject to specific conditions. In the event of liquidation, preferred shareholders are entitled to the liquidation preference plus any accumulated and unpaid dividends, ranking senior to common stockholders.
- ›Issued 100 million depositary shares representing 6.50% Series D Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock.
- ›Established a liquidation preference of $100,000 per share of preferred stock.
- ›Implemented dividend restrictions on common stock pending payment of preferred dividends.
- ›Set mandatory conversion date for January 2029 with a variable conversion ratio based on common stock performance.
- ›Granted holders the right to early conversion into common stock at a minimum rate.
Oracle Corporation Announces 20 Billion Dollar Equity Offering and 25 Billion Dollar Debt Issuance
On February 2, 2026, Oracle Corporation entered into an equity distribution agreement to establish an at-the-market offering program. Under this agreement, the company may sell up to 20 billion dollars of its common stock through a group of sales agents, including BofA Securities, Citigroup, and Goldman Sachs. Oracle is not obligated to sell any specific amount of shares and retains the right to suspend or terminate the program at any time. Sales agents will receive a commission of up to 0.50 percent of the gross proceeds from any shares sold. Additionally, on February 4, 2026, Oracle completed the issuance of 25 billion dollars in aggregate principal amount of notes. The debt offering consists of eight tranches of notes with varying maturity dates ranging from 2029 to 2066 and interest rates spanning from floating rates to 6.850 percent. The company intends to use the net proceeds from this debt offering for general corporate purposes, which may include capital expenditures, repayment of existing debt, future investments, potential acquisitions, and the payment of dividends or share repurchases.
- ›Established an at-the-market equity offering program for up to 20 billion dollars of common stock.
- ›Consummated a 25 billion dollar debt offering across eight tranches of notes.
- ›Appointed a syndicate of 15 financial institutions to serve as sales agents for the equity program.
- ›Designated general corporate purposes, including potential acquisitions and share repurchases, as the intended use of debt proceeds.
- ›Set sales agent commissions for the equity program at a maximum of 0.50 percent of gross proceeds.
| Date | Insider | Role | Type | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 9, 26 | Magouyrk Clayton M. | Chief Executive Officer | SELL | 10.0K | $1.6M |
| Jan 15, 26 | Kehring Douglas A | EVP, Principal Financial Offcr | SELL | 35.0K | $6.8M |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Citadel Ken Griffin | 21.65M | $4.22B | NEW |
| Coatue Management Philippe Laffont | 4.44M | $865.40M | NEW |
| D.E. Shaw David Shaw | 3.19M | $622.60M | NEW |
| Point72 Steve Cohen | 1.01M | $196.61M | NEW |
| Marshall Wace | 663K | $129.23M | NEW |
| Renaissance Technologies Jim Simons (founder) | 2K | $323.2K | NEW |
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Oracle Corporation provides products and services addressing enterprise information technology environments worldwide. Its core offerings include Oracle Cloud software as a service applications such as Oracle Fusion Cloud Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Enterprise Performance Management (EPM), Supply Chain and Manufacturing Management (SCM), Human Capital Management (HCM), NetSuite applications suite, and Oracle Health applications, along with Fusion Sales, Service, and Marketing. The company delivers cloud-based infrastructure technologies featuring Oracle Database, MySQL Database, Java development language, middleware tools, autonomous database, AI, Internet-of-Things, machine learning, digital assistants, and blockchain capabilities, as well as compute, storage, and networking services. Oracle Corporation also supplies hardware solutions like engineered systems, enterprise servers, storage, industry-specific hardware, virtualization software, operating systems, and management tools. Its services segment encompasses consulting, advanced support, and education. Operating through Cloud and License, Hardware, and Services segments, Oracle Corporation serves businesses across industries, government agencies, and educational institutions via direct sales and indirect channels. Founded in 1977 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, it plays a pivotal role in enterprise software and cloud infrastructure markets.
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