Ribbon Communications (RBBN) Stock Overview
Provides communications technology in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific, and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 0/6 |
| Past Performance | 2/6 |
| Financial Health | 1/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Ribbon Communications Inc. Competitors
Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$2.69 |
| 52 Week High | US$4.29 |
| 52 Week Low | US$1.80 |
| Beta | 1.26 |
| 1 Month Change | 19.56% |
| 3 Month Change | 37.24% |
| 1 Year Change | -14.06% |
| 3 Year Change | 5.08% |
| 5 Year Change | -60.27% |
| Change since IPO | -96.80% |
Recent News & Updates
Analysis Article • May 06
Why Ribbon Communications' (NASDAQ:RBBN) Earnings Are Better Than They Seem
Ribbon Communications Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:RBBN ) robust recent earnings didn't do much to move the stock. We think this is...
Narrative Update • Apr 26
RBBN: Cloud Collaboration Progress Will Support Future Multiple Repricing
Analysts have reduced Ribbon Communications' price targets from $1.50 to $2, reflecting updated views on profit margins, discount rates and future P/E assumptions, while the fair value estimate remains at $3.65. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates show analysts revisiting their views on Ribbon Communications, with several cutting price targets and one issuing a downgrade.Recent updates
Analysis Article • May 06
Why Ribbon Communications' (NASDAQ:RBBN) Earnings Are Better Than They Seem
Ribbon Communications Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:RBBN ) robust recent earnings didn't do much to move the stock. We think this is...Narrative Update • Apr 26
RBBN: Cloud Collaboration Progress Will Support Future Multiple Repricing
Analysts have reduced Ribbon Communications' price targets from $1.50 to $2, reflecting updated views on profit margins, discount rates and future P/E assumptions, while the fair value estimate remains at $3.65. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates show analysts revisiting their views on Ribbon Communications, with several cutting price targets and one issuing a downgrade.Narrative Update • Apr 11
RBBN: Cloud Partnerships And Higher Margin Outlook Will Support Future Repricing
Analysts have reduced their average price target for Ribbon Communications by a few dollars to reflect recent target cuts from several firms, while also updating their assumptions on discount rate, profit margin and future P/E to align with the latest research views. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Ribbon Communications points to a more cautious stance, with several firms trimming price targets and one downgrade.Narrative Update • Mar 27
RBBN: Cloud Partnerships And Margin Reset Will Support Future Repricing
Analysts have reduced their average Ribbon Communications price target by several dollars to reflect updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth and profit margin, as highlighted in recent Street research that collectively lowered targets by $1.50 to $2.00 and included a fresh downgrade. Analyst Commentary Recent research reflects a reset in expectations for Ribbon Communications, with several firms revising price targets and at least one downgrade.Narrative Update • Mar 13
RBBN: Cloud Agreements And Profit Margin Reset Will Support Future Repricing
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Ribbon Communications by $2 to reflect updated views on future profitability and a lower assumed P/E, while their fair value estimate in absolute terms remains unchanged. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Ribbon Communications points to a mixed setup, with price targets trimmed by between $1.50 and $2 and at least one rating downgrade.
New Narrative • Feb 27
Voice Network Modernization And AI Operations Will Reshape This Undervalued Telecom Supplier
Catalysts About Ribbon Communications Ribbon Communications provides secure voice, IP optical networking and AI operations software to telecom carriers, enterprises and government clients worldwide. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Narrative Update • Feb 26
RBBN: Reset Profit Expectations While Cloud Partnerships Will Support Future Repricing
The average analyst price target for Ribbon Communications has been reduced by several dollars to reflect updated views on profit margins and valuation multiples, as recent research reports from multiple firms point to a more cautious outlook on the shares. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Ribbon Communications include several reductions in price targets and at least one ratings downgrade, signaling that analysts are reassessing their expectations for the company’s execution and valuation.
New Narrative • Feb 12
Execution Risks In Voice Modernization And IP Optical Mix Will Eventually Be Rewarded
Catalysts About Ribbon Communications Ribbon Communications provides IP optical networking and cloud centric secure voice solutions for service providers, enterprises and government customers worldwide. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Narrative Update • Feb 11
RBBN: Reset Expectations And Cloud Deals Will Support Future Repricing
The analyst price target for Ribbon Communications has been reduced by $2.10 to $3.65. Analysts refined their outlook using updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E, following recent target cuts and a downgrade from several firms.Narrative Update • Oct 26
Improved Profit Margins And New Solutions Will Shape Cloud Communications Expansion
Analysts have lowered their price target for Ribbon Communications from $6.08 to $5.75, citing slightly reduced revenue growth expectations and an increased discount rate, while improved profit margin forecasts partially offset these changes. Analyst Commentary Analysts have provided a range of insights surrounding Ribbon Communications’ revised outlook, highlighting both positive and negative considerations tied to its valuation and future growth.Analysis Article • Aug 20
Is Ribbon Communications (NASDAQ:RBBN) Using Too Much Debt?
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • Jul 24
Ribbon Communications (NASDAQ:RBBN) Is Experiencing Growth In Returns On Capital
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...New Narrative • Jul 06
Cloud And Edge Modernization Will Transform Global Telecom Networks
Transition to cloud and IP-based solutions, along with rising broadband infrastructure investments, is driving improved margins and expanding market opportunities.Analysis Article • Jun 10
There's No Escaping Ribbon Communications Inc.'s (NASDAQ:RBBN) Muted Revenues Despite A 26% Share Price Rise
Ribbon Communications Inc. ( NASDAQ:RBBN ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great...Analysis Article • Apr 16
Ribbon Communications Inc. (NASDAQ:RBBN) Shares Could Be 47% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate
Key Insights The projected fair value for Ribbon Communications is US$6.85 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Analysis Article • Feb 27
What Ribbon Communications Inc.'s (NASDAQ:RBBN) 27% Share Price Gain Is Not Telling You
Ribbon Communications Inc. ( NASDAQ:RBBN ) shareholders have had their patience rewarded with a 27% share price jump in...Analysis Article • Jan 03
Here's Why Ribbon Communications (NASDAQ:RBBN) Has A Meaningful Debt Burden
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • Nov 12
Are Investors Undervaluing Ribbon Communications Inc. (NASDAQ:RBBN) By 40%?
Key Insights The projected fair value for Ribbon Communications is US$7.09 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Analysis Article • Oct 18
Ribbon Communications Inc.'s (NASDAQ:RBBN) P/S Still Appears To Be Reasonable
There wouldn't be many who think Ribbon Communications Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:RBBN ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.8x...Analysis Article • Mar 26
Why We're Not Concerned About Ribbon Communications Inc.'s (NASDAQ:RBBN) Share Price
There wouldn't be many who think Ribbon Communications Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:RBBN ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.7x...Analysis Article • Dec 18
The Market Lifts Ribbon Communications Inc. (NASDAQ:RBBN) Shares 31% But It Can Do More
Those holding Ribbon Communications Inc. ( NASDAQ:RBBN ) shares would be relieved that the share price has rebounded...Analysis Article • Nov 07
Is Ribbon Communications (NASDAQ:RBBN) Weighed On By Its Debt Load?
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Shareholder Returns
| RBBN | US Communications | US Market | |
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| 7D | 1.9% | 0.05% | 3.2% |
| 1Y | -14.1% | 87.6% | 31.0% |
Return vs Industry: RBBN underperformed the US Communications industry which returned 87.6% over the past year.
Return vs Market: RBBN underperformed the US Market which returned 31% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| RBBN volatility | |
|---|---|
| RBBN Average Weekly Movement | 9.2% |
| Communications Industry Average Movement | 8.6% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.1% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.1% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: RBBN has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: RBBN's weekly volatility (9%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 3,080 | Bruce McClelland | www.ribboncommunications.com |
Ribbon Communications Inc. provides communications technology in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific, and internationally. It operates through two segments, Cloud and Edge, and IP Optical Networks. The Cloud and Edge segment provides software and hardware products, solutions, and services for voice over internet protocol communications, voice over long-term evolution, and voice over 5G communications, and unified communications and collaboration.
Ribbon Communications Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| RBBN fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$472.12m |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$31.37m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$825.88m |
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P/E Ratio0.6x
P/S RatioIs RBBN overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| RBBN income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$825.88m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$398.34m |
| Gross Profit | US$427.55m |
| Other Expenses | US$396.17m |
| Earnings | US$31.37m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 0.18 |
| Gross Margin | 51.77% |
| Net Profit Margin | 3.80% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 79.2% |
How did RBBN 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 | 2026/05/07 06:10 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/07 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
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Analyst Sources
Ribbon Communications Inc. is covered by 21 analysts. 5 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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| Kenneth Muth | Baird |
| Ted Moreau | Barrington Research Associates, Inc. |
| Alexander Paris | Barrington Research Associates, Inc. |