Varonis Systems (VRNS) Stock Overview
Provides software products and services that continuously discover and classify critical data, remediate exposures, and detect advanced threats with AI-powered technology in North America, Europe, APAC, and rest of worlds. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 3/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$41.18 |
| 52 Week High | US$63.90 |
| 52 Week Low | US$19.70 |
| Beta | 0.81 |
| 1 Month Change | -3.92% |
| 3 Month Change | 49.15% |
| 1 Year Change | -25.25% |
| 3 Year Change | 33.74% |
| 5 Year Change | -28.16% |
| Change since IPO | 180.77% |
Recent News & Updates
Seeking Alpha • 5h
Varonis Systems: Better Growth In Q2, But Q4 2026 Still Needs To Deliver
Summary Varonis Systems remains a hold as Q2 2026 showed solid SaaS growth but profitability and margin improvements lagged expectations. SaaS ARR ex-conversions grew 25% y/y; management raised FY2026 SaaS ARR guidance, but Q4 2026 requires a significant acceleration in net new ARR. Platform opportunity is credible, with broad deployments and vendor consolidation trends supporting long-term growth potential. VRNS trades at a discount to peers due to lower margins; further acceleration in growth and margin expansion are needed for a rating upgrade. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jul 31
Varonis Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRNS) Just Reported And Analysts Have Been Lifting Their Price Targets
It's been a sad week for Varonis Systems, Inc. ( NASDAQ:VRNS ), who've watched their investment drop 13% to US$39.93 in...Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • 5h
Varonis Systems: Better Growth In Q2, But Q4 2026 Still Needs To Deliver
Summary Varonis Systems remains a hold as Q2 2026 showed solid SaaS growth but profitability and margin improvements lagged expectations. SaaS ARR ex-conversions grew 25% y/y; management raised FY2026 SaaS ARR guidance, but Q4 2026 requires a significant acceleration in net new ARR. Platform opportunity is credible, with broad deployments and vendor consolidation trends supporting long-term growth potential. VRNS trades at a discount to peers due to lower margins; further acceleration in growth and margin expansion are needed for a rating upgrade. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jul 31
Varonis Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRNS) Just Reported And Analysts Have Been Lifting Their Price Targets
It's been a sad week for Varonis Systems, Inc. ( NASDAQ:VRNS ), who've watched their investment drop 13% to US$39.93 in...
Narrative Update • Jul 24
VRNS: AI Data Security Tailwinds Will Confront Competition And Takeover Uncertainty
Analysts have raised the Varonis Systems fair value estimate from $36.32 to $45.55, citing higher Street price targets tied to early-stage AI-driven demand for data security, improving SaaS annual recurring revenue momentum, and growing confidence in execution heading into upcoming quarters. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Varonis Systems points to a cluster of higher fair value views, with many price targets moving into the US$50 to US$60 range.
Narrative Update • Jul 10
VRNS: AI Data Security Tailwinds Will Likely Prove Insufficient Against Rising Risks
Varonis Systems' updated analyst price target framework now centers on a fair value of $28, down from $40, even as analysts highlight stronger SaaS ARR visibility, growing data security demand linked to AI, and the potential impact of recent upgrades and private equity interest clustered around the $35 to $50 range. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Varonis Systems has centered on how to balance improving visibility in SaaS ARR and stronger data security demand tied to AI against questions around valuation, execution, and the implications of potential private equity interest.
Narrative Update • Jun 26
VRNS: AI Security Demand And Sale Talks Will Drive Repricing
The updated analyst price target for Varonis Systems shifts from an implied fair value of about $62.00 to roughly $46.36. Analysts point to stronger data security demand tied to AI, improving SaaS ARR visibility, broader platform capabilities, and recent discussions of potential private equity interest as key factors behind their revised view.Narrative Update • Jun 11
VRNS: AI Data Security Tailwinds Will Meet Rising Platform Competition Risks
Analysts have raised their average price targets on Varonis Systems by a mid single digit dollar range, citing growing interest in data security exposure as AI tools like Copilot expand, while still highlighting competitive and platform consolidation risks. Analyst Commentary Street research on Varonis points to a mixed setup, with interest in data security demand from AI tools like Copilot balanced against questions around competition and platform durability.Narrative Update • May 28
VRNS: AI Data Security Demand Will Support SaaS Transition Repricing
Analysts have raised the fair value estimate for Varonis Systems from $33.43 to $36.32, citing a combination of improving margin assumptions, a slightly lower discount rate, and a series of recent price target increases that underscore interest in data security demand tied to AI and Copilot adoption. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Varonis presents a mix of optimism around data security demand and AI use cases, alongside caution on competition, business model execution, and how defendable the product set is as platforms consolidate.Narrative Update • Apr 23
VRNS: AI Data Security Demand Will Support SaaS Transition Repricing
Analysts have nudged the price target for Varonis Systems slightly lower to $33.43, reflecting a modestly higher discount rate and ongoing recalibration of expectations after a series of reduced Street targets, along with mixed views on the company’s SaaS transition and data security demand ahead of broader AI adoption. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Varonis Systems reflects a split view, with a cluster of price target cuts and downgrades balanced by fresh positive coverage and upgrades.Narrative Update • Apr 06
VRNS: AI Data Security Demand Will Support Post SaaS Transition Recovery
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on Varonis Systems by clustering a series of cuts that collectively pull targets down by up to $30 per share, citing concerns about intensifying data security competition and nearer term earnings risk, even as some still see value in exposure to AI driven demand into 2026. Analyst Commentary Street research on Varonis Systems over the past few months reflects a split view, with several firms cutting price targets or ratings while others highlight potential upside tied to AI related data security demand and the company’s positioning into 2026.Narrative Update • Mar 22
VRNS: AI Data Security Demand Will Drive Post SaaS Transition Upside
Analysts have reset their blended price target on Varonis Systems to $28. This reflects cautious updates to earnings assumptions during its SaaS transition, while still highlighting growing data security demand ahead of broader AI adoption.Narrative Update • Mar 07
VRNS: AI Data Security Demand And SaaS Transition Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have nudged their blended price target for Varonis Systems slightly lower to about $33.90 from $34.20, reflecting a mix of reduced Street targets and fresh positive views on data security demand ahead of broader AI adoption. Analyst Commentary Street research on Varonis reflects a split view, with some firms cutting targets and ratings while others see the current share price as an entry point tied to growing data security needs and AI related use cases.Narrative Update • Feb 21
VRNS: AI Security And SaaS Transition Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have adjusted their price targets on Varonis Systems, with some cutting targets by $7 to $30, while one firm issued an upgrade. These moves reflect mixed views on competition in data security, earnings risk, and interest from potential strategic or financial sponsors.Analysis Article • Feb 11
Some Varonis Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRNS) Shareholders Look For Exit As Shares Take 26% Pounding
Varonis Systems, Inc. ( NASDAQ:VRNS ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow...Narrative Update • Feb 07
VRNS: AI Security Demand And SaaS Transition Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have cut their average price targets on Varonis Systems, reflected in a lower fair value estimate from US$49.60 to US$34.20. A wide group of firms has reset expectations following recent target reductions, even as they continue to debate growth, profitability assumptions and an updated future P/E of about 48x.Narrative Update • Jan 23
VRNS: SaaS And AI Security Transition Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Varonis Systems by about $8 on recent reports, citing weaker on prem renewal trends, competitive pressures in data security, and uncertainty around the on prem end of life decision, even as interest in cloud, identity, and AI driven security remains in focus. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Varonis reflects a split view, with some focusing on execution risks around the on prem business and others highlighting potential upside tied to SaaS, AI centric offerings, and possible corporate interest.Narrative Update • Jan 09
VRNS: SaaS And AI Security Demand Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Varonis Systems to about $50.15 from $51.84, reflecting lower Street price targets clustered around $45 to $50 as they weigh weaker on-prem renewals against ongoing SaaS traction, AI-related demand, and potential sponsor interest. Analyst Commentary Recent research around Varonis reflects a split view, with analysts weighing solid SaaS progress and AI interest against pressure from weaker on prem renewals and a more mixed read on execution.Narrative Update • Dec 24
VRNS: SaaS And GenAI Demand Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have modestly trimmed their price targets on Varonis Systems, with the consensus fair value estimate easing by about $1 to roughly $52, as they balance solid SaaS momentum and secular cybersecurity tailwinds against weaker on prem renewal trends, a conservative outlook, and valuation concerns. Analyst Commentary Street research around Varonis reflects a divided but generally constructive view, with recent target cuts offsetting earlier, more optimistic revisions that followed strong SaaS execution and expectations for growth acceleration.Narrative Update • Dec 10
VRNS: SaaS Transition Will Drive Future Upside Despite On Prem Renewal Headwinds
Varonis Systems' analyst price target has been reduced by approximately $20 to a consolidated $50, as analysts factor in weaker on prem renewal trends and a more conservative outlook, despite continued confidence in the long term SaaS transition and secular cybersecurity demand. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a more balanced but still constructive view on Varonis, as analysts recalibrate price targets in light of softer on prem renewals while acknowledging the company’s progress in its SaaS transition and exposure to structural cybersecurity demand.Narrative Update • Nov 25
VRNS: Revenue Upside Will Follow SaaS Transition And End Of On-Prem Solutions
Analysts have lowered their average price target on Varonis Systems by approximately $10, citing weaker on-prem renewal rates, a mixed quarterly outlook, and ongoing uncertainty related to the company's transition away from legacy solutions. Analyst Commentary Analyst sentiment on Varonis Systems is currently divided, with both optimistic and cautious perspectives in reaction to the company's Q3 performance and ongoing business transition.Narrative Update • Nov 11
VRNS: Future Revenue Acceleration Is Expected With SaaS Shift Completion
Analysts have lowered their price target for Varonis Systems from approximately $66 to around $53 per share. They cite mixed third-quarter results, weaker on-premise renewal rates, and heightened uncertainty as the company continues its shift to SaaS solutions.Analysis Article • Oct 30
Some Confidence Is Lacking In Varonis Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRNS) As Shares Slide 45%
Varonis Systems, Inc. ( NASDAQ:VRNS ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow...Narrative Update • Oct 28
SaaS Transition And AI Advancements Will Drive Next Era Of Data Security
Analysts have modestly raised their price target for Varonis Systems to $65.90 from $63.48. This reflects ongoing confidence in the company's SaaS transition and anticipated growth drivers such as GenAI and Managed Data Detection and Response offerings.Narrative Update • Oct 13
Global AI Trends And Cyber Threats Will Reshape Data Security
The average analyst price target for Varonis Systems has risen modestly by about $1. This reflects increased confidence in the company’s SaaS transition, robust demand for data security, and anticipated operating improvements in the coming years.Analysis Article • Sep 02
Subdued Growth No Barrier To Varonis Systems, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:VRNS) Price
Varonis Systems, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:VRNS ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 11.1x might make it look like a strong sell...Narrative Update • Aug 27
Global AI Trends And Cyber Threats Will Reshape Data Security
Analysts have raised Varonis Systems' price target from $60.85 to $62.10, citing strong SaaS migration execution, accelerating demand for data security, and optimism around future growth and margins driven by increased AI adoption. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight robust demand for data security solutions driven by industry trends and rising prioritization of identity and data protection within enterprise budgets.Analysis Article • Jul 14
Does Varonis Systems (NASDAQ:VRNS) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • May 29
Estimating The Fair Value Of Varonis Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRNS)
Key Insights The projected fair value for Varonis Systems is US$51.88 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current...Analysis Article • Apr 28
There's Reason For Concern Over Varonis Systems, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:VRNS) Price
Varonis Systems, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:VRNS ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 8.6x might make it look like a strong sell...Analysis Article • Apr 07
Varonis Systems (NASDAQ:VRNS) Is Carrying A Fair Bit Of Debt
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...
New Narrative • Mar 20
Accelerated SaaS Transition And AI Demand Will Drive Customer Acquisition By 2025
Accelerated transition to a SaaS model boosts customer retention and sales efficiency, positively impacting revenue and cash flow.Seeking Alpha • Feb 24
Varonis: MDDR - Second Line Of Defense Plays Second Fiddle To Other Cybersecurity Functions
Summary Varonis is fairly valued with strong differentiation but lacks the high growth I seek, leading me to rate it a hold. Varonis specializes in data visibility and ransomware protection, but its MDDR acts as a second line of defense, reducing its priority. The transition to SaaS will enhance cross-selling, reduce churn, and improve customer lifetime value. Despite high gross margins and no net debt, Varonis' second-line defense position and slower response times, than the fastest ransomware, present significant risks. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 10
Varonis Systems: Share Price Weakness Is Not Due To Poor Demand
Summary I maintain a buy rating on Varonis Systems, despite the recent share price drop due to short-term concerns over flat ARR growth and weaker margins. VRNS's SaaS transition is ahead of schedule, and expected to be completed by FY25, which should drive strong growth acceleration and profitability improvements post-transition. AI-driven security solutions like MDDR and CoPilot are gaining traction, contributing to higher ASPs and larger deal sizes, indicating robust long-term demand. With strong customer retention rates and new business momentum, VRNS's current valuation presents an attractive entry point for patient investors. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Feb 09
Analysts Are Updating Their Varonis Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRNS) Estimates After Its Yearly Results
It's been a sad week for Varonis Systems, Inc. ( NASDAQ:VRNS ), who've watched their investment drop 11% to US$40.59 in...Analysis Article • Jan 21
Investor Optimism Abounds Varonis Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRNS) But Growth Is Lacking
With a price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 9.1x Varonis Systems, Inc. ( NASDAQ:VRNS ) may be sending very bearish...Shareholder Returns
| VRNS | US Software | US Market | |
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| 7D | -7.8% | 15.5% | 2.4% |
| 1Y | -25.2% | -13.4% | 19.6% |
Return vs Industry: VRNS underperformed the US Software industry which returned -17.4% over the past year.
Return vs Market: VRNS underperformed the US Market which returned 17.5% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| VRNS volatility | |
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| VRNS Average Weekly Movement | 7.2% |
| Software Industry Average Movement | 9.8% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.3% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: VRNS has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: VRNS's weekly volatility (7%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 2004 | 2,658 | Yaki Faitelson | www.varonis.com |
Varonis Systems, Inc. provides software products and services that continuously discover and classify critical data, remediate exposures, and detect advanced threats with AI-powered technology in North America, Europe, APAC, and rest of worlds. The company offers Varonis Data Security Platform, a Software-as-a-Service solution which includes Data security posture management, Data access intelligence, Data discovery & classification, Discovery policy library, least privilege automation, Data activity monitoring, Data detection and response, and User & entity behavior analytics. It also provides Protection Packages, such as Microsoft 365, Windows & NAS, Hybrid, and Cloud Environments, as well as Database and Email Security Capabilities and On-Premises Subscription Products.
Varonis Systems, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| VRNS fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$4.73b |
| Earnings (TTM) | -US$141.38m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$688.10m |
6.9x
P/S Ratio-33.5x
P/E RatioIs VRNS overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| VRNS income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$688.10m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$157.79m |
| Gross Profit | US$530.31m |
| Other Expenses | US$671.69m |
| Earnings | -US$141.38m |
Last Reported Earnings
Jun 30, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | -1.23 |
| Gross Margin | 77.07% |
| Net Profit Margin | -20.55% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 102.0% |
How did VRNS 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 | 2026/08/04 08:51 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/08/03 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Varonis Systems, Inc. is covered by 36 analysts. 23 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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| Shrenik Kothari | Baird |
| Raimo Lenschow | Barclays |
| Saket Kalia | Barclays |