Cloudflare, Inc.

NYSE:NET Stock Report

Market Cap: US$87.5b

Cloudflare Dividends and Buybacks

Dividend criteria checks 0/6

Cloudflare does not have a record of paying a dividend.

Key information

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Dividend yield

-0.01%

Buyback Yield

Total Shareholder Yield-0.01%
Future Dividend Yield0%
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Recent dividend and buyback updates

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Recent updates

Seeking Alpha May 04

Cloudflare Q1 Preview: Up 90% Since My Buy Call, But You're Too Late (Rating Downgrade)

Summary NET is up 90%+ since my late-2024 Buy rating, but valuation has now caught up with the thesis. Q1 and Investor Day can support sentiment, especially if cRPO, large-customer growth, and AI tools remain strong. I rate NET a Hold: strong business, weak entry, limited margin of safety, and better 50%+ return setups elsewhere. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update May 02

NET: AI Security Partnerships And Legal Risks Will Shape Balanced Outlook

The updated analyst price target for Cloudflare edges slightly lower to about $232 from roughly $233, as analysts balance a mixed set of recent target cuts and upgrades with views that revenue, profitability and future P/E expectations now justify a modestly adjusted fair value. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Cloudflare reflects a split view, with some firms boosting ratings or targets and others trimming price objectives.
Narrative Update Apr 18

NET: AI And Security Hype Will Continue To Outpace Real Earnings Power

Cloudflare's updated analyst price target edges lower by around $1 to $148, as analysts balance tempered fair value and profit margin assumptions with slightly higher revenue growth expectations and a richer future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Street research on Cloudflare over the recent period has sent mixed messages, with a cluster of price target cuts sitting alongside several upgrades and higher targets.
New Narrative Apr 09

Cloudflare, Inc. (NET): The "Connectivity Cloud" and the 2026 AI Inference Breakout

Cloudflare, Inc. (NET) , the powerhouse behind the "connectivity cloud," experienced a sharp technical correction on April 9, 2026, closing at $193.05 USD on the NYSE.
Narrative Update Apr 03

NET: AI Security Hype Will Outrun Real Platform Monetization Progress

Cloudflare's fair value estimate has shifted from $145.00 to about $149.16 as analysts weigh mixed price target changes, a modestly higher discount rate, and slightly stronger expectations for revenue growth and profit margins, while also pointing to broad cybersecurity sector commentary that questions recent selloffs tied to AI security headlines. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Cloudflare highlights a split in views, with some firms pointing to potential upside tied to cybersecurity and AI infrastructure themes, while a separate group of bearish analysts is more focused on valuation and execution risks following the stock's run and sector volatility.
Narrative Update Mar 20

NET: AI Infrastructure Momentum And Security Partnerships Will Shape Balanced Outlook

Cloudflare's updated analyst price target edges higher to about $232, as analysts balance a series of recent target cuts and upgrades with views that the recent sector selloff tied to Claude Code Security appears disconnected from the core cybersecurity businesses they cover. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Cloudflare reflects a split tape, with several firms cutting price targets while others issue upgrades or modest target increases.
Narrative Update Mar 05

NET: AI Infrastructure And JD Cloud Partnership Will Drive Future Upside

Analysts have trimmed their average Cloudflare price target slightly by about $1 to reflect a higher discount rate and sharply lower modeled profit margins, while still highlighting continued revenue strength and questioning recent security sector selling linked to Claude Code Security news. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Cloudflare reflects a split tape, with several banks trimming price targets on valuation and margin assumptions at the same time others are upgrading ratings or lifting targets on product momentum and AI exposure.
Narrative Update Feb 18

NET: AI Infrastructure Hype Will Outpace Real Security Monetization Risks

Cloudflare's fair value estimate has moved from $132.68 to $145.00 as analysts balance a mix of lower individual price targets, fresh upgrades, and continued interest in the stock's role in AI infrastructure and security workloads. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Cloudflare reflects a split view, with some firms lifting targets or upgrading on AI infrastructure and security demand while a group of more cautious voices trims expectations and stresses execution and valuation risks.
Analysis Article Feb 13

Earnings Update: Cloudflare, Inc. (NYSE:NET) Just Reported Its Yearly Results And Analysts Are Updating Their Forecasts

It's been a pretty great week for Cloudflare, Inc. ( NYSE:NET ) shareholders, with its shares surging 14% to US$185 in...
Narrative Update Feb 04

NET: AI And Security Hype Will Likely Outrun Near Term Execution

Analysts slightly raised their Cloudflare fair value estimate to about $133 per share, citing updated price targets that reflect growing interest in its role in AI infrastructure and security, even as some firms recently trimmed their official targets. Analyst Commentary Recent research opinions on Cloudflare present a mixed picture, with some firms pointing to AI infrastructure and security as important demand drivers, while others are growing more cautious about how much of that potential is already reflected in the share price.
Narrative Update Jan 21

NET: AI Security Platform And JD Cloud Expansion Will Drive Future Upside

Cloudflare's updated fair value estimate has eased to about $232.78 from $242.46. This reflects a series of recent analyst price target trims that balance earlier optimism around AI, security and SASE traction with more cautious views on sector sentiment and valuation, and slightly lower assumed future P/E levels.
Narrative Update Jan 07

NET: AI And Security Hype Will Likely Magnify Future Outage Risks

Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Cloudflare from US$135.41 to US$132.40, citing a mix of higher projected profitability, faster revenue growth, a lower assumed future P/E multiple, and recent Street research that highlights both strong Q3 execution and growing interest in Cloudflare's role at the intersection of AI and security. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Cloudflare points to strong Q3 execution, with several firms lifting their price targets after what they describe as an impressive quarter.
Narrative Update Dec 14

NET: Elevated Expectations Will Likely Amplify Downside Risk From Future Outages

The analyst price target for Cloudflare has been raised from approximately $116 to about $135 per share, as analysts point to accelerating revenue growth, strong Q3 execution, and Cloudflare's strengthening position across AI, security, and SASE as key drivers supporting a higher fair value, despite modestly higher risk assumptions. Analyst Commentary Street research following Cloudflare's latest quarterly report has skewed positive, with multiple firms lifting price targets on the back of accelerating revenue growth and stronger than expected execution.
Narrative Update Nov 30

NET: Surging AI Momentum And Enterprise Expansion Will Drive Shareholder Value

Cloudflare’s fair value estimate has been raised by analysts from $239.35 to $242.46 per share, as recent price target increases across the Street reflect ongoing AI-driven momentum, solid revenue growth, and expanding enterprise adoption despite recent operational risks. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research continues to highlight the shifting landscape for Cloudflare, with analysts showing confidence in the company’s trajectory while also identifying areas of caution.
Narrative Update Nov 16

NET: Continued Acceleration With Large Enterprises Will Drive Shareholder Value

Cloudflare's analyst price target has been increased from $232 to $239. This change reflects stronger Q3 results and ongoing product momentum, according to analysts.
Narrative Update Nov 01

NET: Revenue Acceleration and New Collaborations Will Drive Market Expansion

Cloudflare's analyst price target has increased from $209.01 to $232.49. This reflects improved growth and profitability metrics as analysts cite accelerating revenue and strong quarterly performance.
New Narrative Sep 16

AI And IoT Adoption Will Transform Cloud Infrastructure

Key Takeaways Strong demand for cloud-native security and resilient infrastructure, with expanding high-value partnerships and rising adoption of zero-trust, is driving long-term growth and customer retention. Operational efficiencies, cross-selling, and innovation initiatives are improving profitability and margin outlook while unlocking new, high-margin business opportunities.
Seeking Alpha Apr 28

Why Cloudflare's 31% Pullback Is A Golden Buying Opportunity In AI And Edge Computing

Summary Cloudflare's stock has dropped 31% since mid-February, creating a potential buying opportunity due to its role in AI and edge computing. Despite short-term macroeconomic headwinds, Cloudflare's scalable architecture and innovation in AI position it for long-term growth. Geopolitical dynamics and rising cybersecurity demands enhance Cloudflare’s strategic advantages, particularly with its extensive global edge network. Although Cloudflare's valuation is high, bullish options market dynamics and institutional buying suggest strong support and potential upside. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Mar 25

Cloudflare: Valuations Have Really Flared Up

Summary Cloudflare's stock remains overvalued at 150 times forward earnings, despite a recent 33% drop from its peak and decelerating revenue growth. The company's reliance on new customer acquisition and stock-based compensation raises concerns about sustainable growth and profitability. Operating margin expansion is expected to slow, with limited room for improvement in gross margin, R&D, and G&A expenses. Ultra-premium valuations and market conditions suggest more downside potential for Cloudflare's stock despite recent sell-offs. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Mar 03

Cloudflare: Balancing High Growth And Profitability

Summary I recognize that Cloudflare's valuation is high, but its strong growth potential keeps me interested. I believe its expanding free cash flow margins could make it an institutional favorite over time. I acknowledge the risks from competitors and IT budget constraints, but I see Cloudflare continuing to gain traction. I expect that if Cloudflare can sustain near-30% revenue growth, its premium valuation will remain justified. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Stability and Growth of Payments

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Stable Dividend: Insufficient data to determine if NET's dividends per share have been stable in the past.

Growing Dividend: Insufficient data to determine if NET's dividend payments have been increasing.


Dividend Yield vs Market

Cloudflare Dividend Yield vs Market
How does NET dividend yield compare to the market?
SegmentDividend Yield
Company (NET)n/a
Market Bottom 25% (US)1.4%
Market Top 25% (US)4.2%
Industry Average (IT)3.1%
Analyst forecast (NET) (up to 3 years)0%

Notable Dividend: Unable to evaluate NET's dividend yield against the bottom 25% of dividend payers, as the company has not reported any recent payouts.

High Dividend: Unable to evaluate NET's dividend yield against the top 25% of dividend payers, as the company has not reported any recent payouts.


Earnings Payout to Shareholders

Earnings Coverage: Insufficient data to calculate NET's payout ratio to determine if its dividend payments are covered by earnings.


Cash Payout to Shareholders

Cash Flow Coverage: Unable to calculate sustainability of dividends as NET has not reported any payouts.


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/07 14:17
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/07 00:00
Earnings2025/12/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Ownership10 years
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Management10 years
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Key Developments10 years
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Analyst Sources

Cloudflare, Inc. is covered by 54 analysts. 33 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Shrenik KothariBaird
Saket KaliaBarclays
Mark ShmulikBernstein