Genius Sports Limited (NYSE:GENI) faces an anticipated earnings dip for the second quarter of 2026, according to a report from Northland Securities. Analyst G. Gibas estimates that the company will report earnings of ($0.06) per share for this period, with the consensus forecast for the full year set at ($0.10) per share.
The report, released on February 6, 2026, also included projections for Genius Sports’ fourth quarter, predicting earnings of $0.05 per share. Analysts from several firms have recently shared insights and ratings regarding the stock, reflecting a range of perspectives on its future performance.
In a research note published on February 2, Truist Financial established a price target of $15.00 for Genius Sports. Meanwhile, Stifel Nicolaus initiated coverage on the company on January 21, assigning a “hold” rating with a price target of $10.00. On the other hand, BTIG Research reaffirmed a “buy” rating, setting a target price of $16.00 on February 6.
Conversely, Weiss Ratings issued a “sell (d-)” rating on December 29, 2025, while Needham & Company LLC maintained a “buy” rating with a price target of $16.00. Currently, the stock is rated as a “Moderate Buy” by analysts, with a consensus target price of $14.14, based on data from MarketBeat.
Genius Sports shares experienced a modest increase, rising by 4.1% to open at $6.34 on February 6. The stock has a market capitalization of approximately $1.36 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio of -13.49. Over the past year, shares have fluctuated, reaching a low of $6.00 and peaking at $13.73.
Institutional investors are actively managing their positions in Genius Sports. For instance, CWM LLC increased its stake by 275.5% in the second quarter, now holding 3,980 shares valued at around $41,000. Similarly, Aster Capital Management DIFC Ltd acquired a new stake in the third quarter, estimated at $65,000.
Strs Ohio also boosted its holdings by 178.9%, owning 5,300 shares worth about $66,000. Additionally, Bessemer Group Inc. significantly increased its position by 1,163.1%, now owning 7,010 shares valued at $87,000. Overall, institutional investors and hedge funds control approximately 81.91% of Genius Sports’ stock.
Genius Sports is known for its role as a global sports technology company, specializing in the collection, analysis, and distribution of real-time sports data and video streams. The company provides official data feeds and digital engagement tools to sports leagues, broadcasters, and betting operators. Its products include a cloud-based platform for data capture, integrity services to combat match-fixing, and solutions for odds creation and fan engagement.
As the market continues to evolve, the upcoming earnings report will be critical for stakeholders keeping a close watch on Genius Sports’ performance and strategic direction.
