Symbotic (SYM) Stock Overview
An automation technology company, develops technologies to enhance operating efficiencies in modern warehouses. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 4/6 |
| Future Growth | 5/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$43.05 |
| 52 Week High | US$87.88 |
| 52 Week Low | US$38.19 |
| Beta | 1.93 |
| 1 Month Change | -4.25% |
| 3 Month Change | -26.90% |
| 1 Year Change | -15.34% |
| 3 Year Change | -19.70% |
| 5 Year Change | 337.95% |
| Change since IPO | 320.00% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Jul 29
SYM: AI Warehouse Software Expansion Will Drive Future Returns
Analysts now see modestly higher upside for Symbotic, lifting the fair value estimate from about $64.87 to $66.32, even as some Street targets, such as the recent cut to $45, reflect differing views on growth, profitability, and appropriate future P/E multiples. What’s in the News for Symbotic Symbotic agreed to acquire ARMS Innovations, a UK-based software company that focuses on real-time operational intelligence for complex automated warehouse environments.Seeking Alpha • Jul 22
Symbotic: Q3 Earnings Could Trigger A Short Squeeze
Summary Symbotic stock has declined ~28% YTD. The first half of the year has been a forgettable one for investors. Symbotic is expected to report Q3 earnings on August 5. An interesting setup has appeared with the company being among the most shorted industrial stocks with a $10B+ market cap. Although my long-term investment thesis rests on Symbotic's growth appeal, I cannot ignore the short squeeze appeal heading into the earnings report because of reasons discussed in this analysis. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRecent updates
Narrative Update • Jul 29
SYM: AI Warehouse Software Expansion Will Drive Future Returns
Analysts now see modestly higher upside for Symbotic, lifting the fair value estimate from about $64.87 to $66.32, even as some Street targets, such as the recent cut to $45, reflect differing views on growth, profitability, and appropriate future P/E multiples. What’s in the News for Symbotic Symbotic agreed to acquire ARMS Innovations, a UK-based software company that focuses on real-time operational intelligence for complex automated warehouse environments.Seeking Alpha • Jul 22
Symbotic: Q3 Earnings Could Trigger A Short Squeeze
Summary Symbotic stock has declined ~28% YTD. The first half of the year has been a forgettable one for investors. Symbotic is expected to report Q3 earnings on August 5. An interesting setup has appeared with the company being among the most shorted industrial stocks with a $10B+ market cap. Although my long-term investment thesis rests on Symbotic's growth appeal, I cannot ignore the short squeeze appeal heading into the earnings report because of reasons discussed in this analysis. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jun 19
Symbotic (SYM) Stock Could Be 36% Undervalued After Guidance Update And Walmart Deal
Event puts Symbotic stock back in focus Symbotic (SYM) is back in the spotlight after reporting strong revenue growth, updating guidance for Q3 revenue and adjusted EBITDA, and closing its acquisition of Walmart's Advanced Systems and Robotics Business. Those updates, along with fresh debate around the warehouse automation company's valuation, record backlog and margin resilience, are shaping how investors think about Symbotic's risk and reward profile today. See our latest analysis for...
Narrative Update • Jun 16
SYM: Fair Backlog Outlook Will Test AI Moat And Premium Pricing
The analyst price target on Symbotic has been updated from $40 to $44, with analysts pointing to slight adjustments in growth, profitability, and P/E assumptions, alongside mixed Street research that includes a lower $45 target paired with a recent upgrade highlighting the company's AI technology moat. Analyst Commentary on Symbotic Recent research on Symbotic shows a split view, with some upbeat commentary on the company’s AI technology alongside more cautious moves on valuation and price targets.Narrative Update • Jun 02
SYM: AI Moat And Backlog Deployment Are Expected To Drive Returns
Analysts now estimate Symbotic's fair value at about $64.87, compared with about $64.05 previously. The change reflects updated views on its AI technology moat, margin potential and sector recovery, even as some Street price targets have recently been reset in the $44 to $54 range.
Narrative Update • May 07
SYM: AI Moat And Backlog Deployments Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have nudged Symbotic's average price target higher, with revisions such as Barclays moving to $44 and KeyBanc to $70. These changes reflect growing conviction around the company's AI moat, deployment efficiency gains, and a reported $22.3b backlog that could support future growth initiatives across new verticals.Narrative Update • Apr 20
SYM: AI Moat And Backlog Execution Will Drive Future Upside Potential
Analysts have nudged Symbotic's blended price target higher into a range bracketed by recent moves to $44, $70 and above. They point to what they see as an AI driven competitive moat, a sizable $22.3b backlog, and improved efficiency that could support faster deployments across new verticals.Narrative Update • Apr 06
SYM: Backlog Execution On US$22.3b Pipeline Will Challenge Premium Expectations
Symbotic's analyst price target has moved higher, with several firms lifting their views into a range from $42 to $70. Analysts point to a short cycle recovery for industrial tech, growing confidence in the company’s ability to execute on its $22.3b backlog, and potential catalysts from new end markets.Narrative Update • Mar 22
SYM: Backlog Deployment Acceleration Will Steer Future Returns
Analysts have nudged their price targets on Symbotic higher, with the model fair value edging up by about $0.79 to $64.05. They point to a short cycle recovery in industrial technology and better visibility on deploying the company’s $22.3b backlog into new and existing verticals.Narrative Update • Mar 08
SYM: Backlog Conversion And Margin Execution Will Test Premium Expectations
Our Symbotic price target remains steady at $40, even as analysts point to a slightly lower discount rate, modestly higher modeled revenue growth and profit margins, and a somewhat lower future P/E. This view is supported by recent research that highlights a $22.3b backlog, efficiency gains, and potential new vertical catalysts.Narrative Update • Feb 22
SYM: Backlog Monetization And GreenBox Delays Will Challenge Premium Earnings Expectations
Analysts have lifted their Symbotic price targets toward the $70 range, citing a clearer path to monetizing the $22.3b backlog, improving deployment efficiency, and new vertical opportunities, even as updated models reflect lower assumed profit margins and a much higher future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Symbotic cluster around higher price targets and more constructive ratings, but not all commentary is uniformly positive.Narrative Update • Feb 07
SYM: Deployment Timing Shifts And Customer Mix Will Steer Future Returns
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Symbotic higher to about $63.25 from $61.71, citing updated expectations around revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E assumptions following recent price target increases from several firms. Analyst Commentary Recent research has centered on how Symbotic is executing against its growth plans, what that means for margins, and how much investors might be willing to pay for that profile through a higher P/E over time.Narrative Update • Jan 24
SYM: Margin Execution And New Wins Will Drive Future Upside Potential
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Symbotic to $83.00 from $60.00, citing higher assumed revenue growth, a lower future P/E multiple, and recent research that highlights stronger margin execution, new customer wins, and supportive end markets for warehouse and factory automation. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Symbotic shows a mix of enthusiasm and caution, with several bullish analysts lifting price targets and highlighting progress on margins, growth opportunities, and new customers, while at least one firm has shifted to a more neutral stance.Narrative Update • Jan 09
SYM: GreenBox Execution And Deployment Delays Will Pressure Premium Margin Story
Analysts have nudged their average price targets on Symbotic higher into a roughly $41 to $70 range. They cite stronger than expected recent results, improving margins, a new customer win including in health care, and growing confidence in the company’s revenue and profit trajectory, despite some ongoing GreenBox and deployment timing concerns.Narrative Update • Dec 23
SYM: Deployment Delays Will Challenge Margin Story Despite Recent Optimism
Analysts have lifted their price target on Symbotic to $40 from roughly $22, citing accelerating revenue growth, significantly improved margin expectations, and a more reasonable future earnings multiple, despite some lingering concerns over deployment timing and valuation. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates reflect a more divided Wall Street view on Symbotic, with some price target increases offset by cautious positioning and at least one downgrade.Narrative Update • Dec 08
SYM: Deployment Shift And Customer Concentration Will Shape Future Share Performance
Analysts have raised their price targets for Symbotic by roughly $10 to about $62 per share, citing stronger than expected revenue growth, improving gross margins, and increased confidence in the company’s long term earnings trajectory, despite ongoing concerns about deployment timing and valuation. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates reflect a sharply divided view on Symbotic, with bullish analysts emphasizing accelerating growth and margin expansion, while bearish analysts continue to flag execution risks and valuation concerns.Narrative Update • Nov 24
SYM: Deployment Delays And Customer Expansion Will Shape Shares Going Forward
Analysts have revised Symbotic's price target to $50.82. This reflects no change from previous estimates, as recent research highlights mixed views on valuation and near-term growth prospects.Narrative Update • Nov 05
SYM: Stretch in Current Rally May Worsen With Deployment Slowdown Risk
Symbotic's analyst price target has seen modest upward revisions to $50, as analysts weigh recent progress in system deployments alongside concerns over valuation and customer expansion. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst coverage has provided a spectrum of opinions on Symbotic, reflecting both confidence in the company’s technological potential and caution around its near-term execution and valuation.Analysis Article • Oct 29
Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Symbotic Inc.'s (NASDAQ:SYM) 32% Share Price Surge
Symbotic Inc. ( NASDAQ:SYM ) shareholders have had their patience rewarded with a 32% share price jump in the last...Narrative Update • Oct 22
Analysts Divided on Symbotic as Profit Margins Improve and Valuation Target Edges Higher
Analysts have raised Symbotic's fair value target from $50.13 to $50.82 per share, citing ongoing improvements in profit margin expectations. Views on valuation and deployment timing remain mixed.Narrative Update • Oct 08
E-commerce Adoption Will Accelerate Global Warehouse Automation
Analysts have modestly raised Symbotic's fair value estimate from $49.13 to $50.13 per share. They cite positive developments in system efficiency and new deployment rollouts, despite some concerns about valuation and growth pace.Narrative Update • Sep 24
E-commerce Adoption Will Accelerate Global Warehouse Automation
Analysts modestly raised Symbotic’s price target to $49.13, citing optimism over its new modular system and accelerated revenue growth outlook, but remain divided due to lofty valuation and dependence on Walmart, yielding only a slight fair value increase. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cite the rollout of Symbotic's new modular system design as a catalyst for faster deployment and improved system efficiency, which is expected to drive a significant step-change in growth.Analysis Article • Sep 05
Slammed 28% Symbotic Inc. (NASDAQ:SYM) Screens Well Here But There Might Be A Catch
The Symbotic Inc. ( NASDAQ:SYM ) share price has softened a substantial 28% over the previous 30 days, handing back...Narrative Update • Aug 09
E-commerce Adoption Will Accelerate Global Warehouse Automation
Symbotic's consensus price target has risen sharply, likely reflecting stronger future growth expectations as evidenced by a higher forward P/E, despite pressure on profit margins; fair value moves up from $39.07 to $47.79. What's in the News Symbotic guided fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 revenue to $590 million–$610 million.
New Narrative • Apr 21
Walmart Robotics And Ohmnilabs Simulation Will Empower Retail Automation
Acquisitions and commercial agreements are expected to boost revenue growth, technology advancement, and deployment efficiency in the retail automation sector.Seeking Alpha • Mar 11
Symbotic: Why I'm Staying On The Sidelines
Summary Symbotic Inc.'s slowing Organic Growth: Growth rates are heavily influenced by Walmart’s acquisition, making it difficult to gauge the true trajectory of the business. Questionable Free Cash Flow Stability: A strong quarter doesn’t erase past volatility, and future cash flows remain uncertain. Expensive Valuation: Even at 10x forward free cash flow, SYM stock doesn’t seem like a bargain given the risks. Walmart Dependency: Relying on a single large customer gives Walmart significant leverage, making Symbotic’s long-term pricing power uncertain. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 07
Symbotic: Organic Growth Headwinds Mounting
Summary Symbotic's Q1 results and forward guidance were disappointing, with stagnant system deployments and backlog as particular points of concern. Symbotic's revenue is extremely concentrated, and the recent acquisition of Walmart's robotics business will only exacerbate this. Symbotic's valuation is still high given its slowing growth, low margins, and dependence on Walmart. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 21
Symbotic: Is The Walmart Partnership A Game Changer? I Don't Think So
Summary I recognize the innovative promise of Symbotic Inc.’s robotic automation technology. I am concerned about Symbotic’s heavy reliance on Walmart as its primary customer. I remain wary of Symbotic’s poor cash flow performance despite its revenue growth. I believe Symbotic needs to demonstrate scalability and profitability before justifying SYM stock's valuation. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 27
Symbotic: Moderating Growth Continues To Create Downside Pressure
Summary Symbotic's high valuation, moderating growth, and low margins pose significant risks, despite a strong performance in Q4 and the addition of Walmex as a customer. While some of Symbotic's growth moderation is likely related to its ability to ramp supply, the company's failure to grow its backlog should be a point of concern. Much of Symbotic's long-term value will stem from Software and Operation Services revenue, making strong shareholder returns challenging from current levels. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 20
Symbotic Stock: Now Is The Time To Buy (Rating Upgrade)
Summary Symbotic caught my attention last year but I decided to stay on the sidelines because of valuation concerns. Since then, Symbotic has lost 55% of its market value. Although Symbotic's growth has also slowed down, I am turning bullish on Symbotic today because of a few major reasons. After establishing itself as a go-to warehouse automation solutions provider in the retail space, Symbotic is now trying to expand into new end markets such as apparel and home improvement. The software business segment holds the key to Symbotic's margin expansion efforts, and there are promising early signs. Although I am not comfortable with Symbotic's concentration on Walmart, I believe the company is on the right track to building a diversified portfolio of customers in the not-so-distant future. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 29
Symbotic: No AI Can Justify 50x 2025 FCF On The Back Of Restated Revenues
Summary Symbotic Inc. shows strong near-term prospects with advanced robotic automation systems, a $22.4 billion backlog, and robust fiscal 2025 revenue growth despite past accounting errors. Despite solid fundamentals, Symbotic's valuation at 50x 2025 free cash flow and limited cash reserves make it less attractive for investment. The company's fiscal 2024 EBITDA of $96 million and potential $300 million free cash flow in fiscal 2025 highlight its profitability potential. Competitive pressures and volatile EBITDA margins raise concerns about Symbotic's ability to maintain market share and capitalize on customer relationships. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 19
Symbotic: Leading Player In Warehouse Automation; Initiate With 'Buy'
Summary Symbotic Inc.'s unique automation platform and first mover advantage in AI-enabled robotics technology significantly reduce warehouse labor costs and improve retailers' ROI. Recent international expansion, including a contract with Walmex, positions Symbotic for strong growth in South America and beyond. Symbotic's robust $22.4 billion backlog and impressive revenue growth support a one-year target price of $55 per share. Key risks include reliance on Walmart, steel price volatility, high stock-based compensation, and potential impacts from retailers' capex cycles. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 21
Symbotic Has Plenty Of Room To Grow
Summary Symbotic offers advanced robotics solutions for warehousing, enhancing efficiency, speed, and accuracy, with significant clients like Walmart and Target. Macro factors like e-commerce growth, additional robotics use cases, and improved AI capabilities are expected to drive SYM's future growth. The Company has a $22.8B backlog, with a conservative forecast predicting 509% EV growth over six years, making it a speculative buy. Despite recent earnings misses, SYM's narrowing losses and debt-free operations present a high-risk, potentially lucrative investment opportunity at current depressed prices. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Aug 04
Symbotic Stock Upgrade: A Speculative Buy Opportunity For Bold Investors
Summary Symbotic CEO Rick Cohen discusses company growth, potential, and unique warehouse system at 2024 Investor Day. The company faces challenges with execution issues and construction delays impacting revenue growth and margins. Risks include SPAC history, dual-share structure, and high short interest. SYM stock valuation analysis suggests a potential upside for the stock. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jun 25
Symbotic: Mounting Strain Under The Surface
Summary Symbotic's second quarter results showed strong growth but weaker margins, which were attributed to one-time expenses. Symbotic continues to expand its product portfolio, which should support growth, along with the scale up of GreenBox. A declining revenue growth rate and elevated valuation in a deteriorating macro environment will likely continue to pressure Symbotic's share price. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • May 19
Symbotic: Maintaining Growth Trajectory
Summary Symbotic's Q2 results beat revenue expectations but missed EPS estimates. The company provided strong Q3 guidance of $450 - $470 million, and expects system deployments to accelerate in the coming quarters. The company announced key innovation updates and is delivering on its growth strategy. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Apr 18
Symbotic: Closely Watching The Next Earnings Release
Summary Symbotic Inc. is an automation technology company that serves large retail, grocery, and wholesaling companies, with Walmart being its dominant customer. SYM should be releasing its fiscal Q2 results in two to three weeks. Heavy revenue growth and $23 billion in backlog makes the company not as expensive as it first seems. The high dependency on Walmart at this time gives me reservations over a long-term hold on SYM despite the company's march towards profitability. The unpredictable nature of the revenue and sky-high expectations make me hesitant to hold a position going into the earnings date. I will be waiting until after the release in order to determine a position, if any. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 14
Symbotic: Still A Buy But Price Target Lowered
Summary Symbotic's Q1 revenue of $369 was in-line, but the stock price plunged over 20% due to high market expectations. Symbotic's delivery-based revenue model and dependencies on suppliers and subcontractors can lead to quarterly revenue fluctuations. We are reducing our revenue estimate for FY 2024 due to the slower pace of new system deployments. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| SYM | US Machinery | US Market | |
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| 7D | 7.2% | -3.5% | 1.0% |
| 1Y | -15.3% | 34.4% | 19.1% |
Return vs Industry: SYM underperformed the US Machinery industry which returned 34.4% over the past year.
Return vs Market: SYM underperformed the US Market which returned 19.1% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| SYM volatility | |
|---|---|
| SYM Average Weekly Movement | 8.5% |
| Machinery Industry Average Movement | 6.3% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.3% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: SYM has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: SYM's weekly volatility (9%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| n/a | 2,000 | Rick Cohen | www.symbotic.com |
Symbotic Inc., an automation technology company, develops technologies to enhance operating efficiencies in modern warehouses. The company automates the processing of pallets, cases, and individual items in warehouses. Its systems enhance operations at the front end of the supply chain.
Symbotic Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| SYM fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$25.88b |
| Earnings (TTM) | -US$7.39m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$2.52b |
2.2x
P/S Ratio-741.4x
P/E RatioIs SYM overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| SYM income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$2.52b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$2.00b |
| Gross Profit | US$513.72m |
| Other Expenses | US$521.11m |
| Earnings | -US$7.39m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 28, 2026
Next Earnings Date
Aug 05, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | -0.058 |
| Gross Margin | 20.41% |
| Net Profit Margin | -0.29% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 0% |
How did SYM perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/07/31 04:06 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/07/31 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/28 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/09/27 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Symbotic Inc. is covered by 25 analysts. 17 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Alex Pound | Arete Research Services LLP |
| Quinn Fredrickson | Baird |
| Robert Mason | Baird |