Upside case
Bull case
$549+183.0%
ADSK would need investors to value it at roughly 44x earnings — about 28x more generous than today's 15x forward P/E. That requires meaningful multiple expansion on top of continued earnings growth.
Analysis OverviewBuyUpdated Jun 18, 2026
Autodesk, Inc. (ADSK) Stock Analysis
Wall Street verdict, consensus price target, and analyst rating breakdown — everything needed to frame the risk/reward at today's price.
Analyst consensus
Buy
Covering
51
analysts
38 bullish · 4 bearish · 51 covering ADSK
Strong Buy
0
Buy
38
Hold
9
Sell
4
Strong Sell
0
Consensus Target
$316
+63.1% vs today
Scenario Range
$262 – $549
Model bear to bull value window
Coverage
51
Published analyst ratings
Valuation Context
15.4x
Forward P/E · Market cap $40.9B
ADSK price targets
Three scenarios for where ADSK stock could go
Current
~$194
Confidence
54 / 100
Updated
Jun 18, 2026
Where we are now
Current · $194
Bear
$262
Base
$416
Bull
$549
Market caseClosest to today
Base case
$416+114.8%
At 33x on FY1 earnings, the base case reflects a reasonable but not stretched valuation. It prices in continued growth without assuming an exceptional setup.
Stress case
Bear case
$262+35.3%
The bear case assumes sentiment or fundamentals disappoint enough to push ADSK down roughly 35% from the current price.
Not financial advice. Model confidence reflects internal scenario assumptions, not a guarantee of returns. Past performance does not predict future results.
Autodesk, Inc.
ADSK · NASDAQTechnologySoftware - ApplicationJanuary year-end
Autodesk is a leading provider of 3D design, engineering, and entertainment software used by architects, engineers, and creative professionals worldwide. It generates revenue primarily through subscription-based software sales—with its Architecture, Engineering & Construction segment contributing about 45% of revenue and Manufacturing about 35%—plus maintenance and cloud services. The company's moat lies in its industry-standard software ecosystems—particularly AutoCAD—that create high switching costs and network effects across professional workflows.
Market Cap
$40.9B
Revenue TTM
$7.5B
Net Income TTM
$1.5B
Net Margin
19.5%
ADSK Revenue and Earnings Performance
Quarterly beat-or-miss track record against analyst estimates, plus forward revenue and EPS outlook for the next two fiscal years.
EPS Beat Rate
100%Exceptional
12 quarters tracked
Revenue Beat Rate
100%Exceptional
vs consensus estimates
Avg EPS Surprise
+6.3%
above Street consensus
Beat / Miss Record
BeatMissLeft = EPS · Right = Revenue
Q3 2025
Q4 2025
Q1 2026
Q2 2026
Last 4 Quarters
EPS beats: 4 of 4Q3 2025
EPS
$2.62/$2.45
Revenue
$1.8B/$1.7B
Q4 2025
EPS
$2.67/$2.50
Revenue
$1.9B/$1.8B
Q1 2026
EPS
$2.85/$2.65
Revenue
$2.0B/$1.9B
Q2 2026
EPS
$2.99/$2.84
Revenue
$1.9B/$1.9B
| Quarter | EPS (Actual / Est) | EPS Surprise | Revenue (Actual / Est) | Rev Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | $2.62/$2.45 | +6.9% | $1.8B/$1.7B | +2.2% |
| Q4 2025 | $2.67/$2.50 | +6.8% | $1.9B/$1.8B | +2.5% |
| Q1 2026 | $2.85/$2.65 | +7.5% | $2.0B/$1.9B | +2.2% |
| Q2 2026 | $2.99/$2.84 | +5.3% | $1.9B/$1.9B | +2.1% |
FY1–FY2 Estimates
Revenue Outlook
FY1
$8.3B
+11.2% YoY
FY2
$9.2B
+9.8% YoY
EPS Outlook
FY1
$10.18
+47.5% YoY
FY2
$10.97
+7.8% YoY
Trailing FCF (TTM)$2.7B
FCF Margin: 36.4%
Next Earnings
—
Expected EPS
—
Expected Revenue
—
ADSK beat EPS estimates in 4 of 4 tracked quarters. A perfect track record raises the bar for the upcoming report.
ADSK Revenue Breakdown by Segment
Product and geographic revenue mix from the latest annual disclosure, with year-over-year growth by segment.
Latest disclosure
FY 2026
Total disclosed revenue $7.2B
Product Mix
Latest annual revenue by segment or product family
Architecture Engineering And Construction
49.7%
+22.0% YoY
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Geographic Mix
Latest annual revenue by reported region
Americas
44.1%
+17.0% YoY
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Architecture Engineering And Construction is the largest disclosed segment at 49.7% of FY 2026 revenue, up 22.0% YoY.
Americas is the largest reported region at 44.1%, up 17.0% YoY.
ADSK Valuation Snapshot
Current multiples compared to the S&P 500, the company's sector, and its own five-year average.
Relative Value Signal
Cheap versus peers
Fair value est. $554 — implies +186.0% from today's price.
Upside to Fair Value
186.0%
potential upside
Deep DiscountFair ValueVery Expensive
vs S&P 500 Trailing P/E
ADSK
37.1x
vs
S&P 500
24.4x
+52% premium
vs Technology Trailing P/E
ADSK
37.1x
vs
Technology
29.0x
+28% premium
vs ADSK 5Y Avg P/E
Today
37.1x
vs
5Y Average
67.6x
45% discount
Forward PE
15.4x
S&P 500
18.8x
-18%
Technology
22.3x
-31%
5Y Avg
—
—
Trailing PE
37.1x
S&P 500
24.4x
+52%
Technology
29.0x
+28%
5Y Avg
67.6x
-45%
PEG Ratio
—
S&P 500
1.66x
—
Technology
1.51x
—
5Y Avg
—
—
EV/EBITDA
20.8x
S&P 500
15.2x
+37%
Technology
16.6x
+25%
5Y Avg
46.4x
-55%
Price/FCF
17.0x
S&P 500
20.7x
-18%
Technology
19.2x
-12%
5Y Avg
34.2x
-50%
Price/Sales
5.7x
S&P 500
3.1x
+84%
Technology
2.4x
+133%
5Y Avg
10.1x
-44%
Dividend Yield
—
S&P 500
1.91%
—
Technology
1.11%
—
5Y Avg
—
—
| Metric | ADSK | S&P 500 | Technology | 5Y Avg ADSK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward PE | 15.4x | 18.8x-18% | 22.3x-31% | — |
| Trailing PE | 37.1x | 24.4x+52% | 29.0x+28% | 67.6x-45% |
| PEG Ratio | — | 1.66x | 1.51x | — |
| EV/EBITDA | 20.8x | 15.2x+37% | 16.6x+25% | 46.4x-55% |
| Price/FCF | 17.0x | 20.7x-18% | 19.2x-12% | 34.2x-50% |
| Price/Sales | 5.7x | 3.1x+84% | 2.4x+133% | 10.1x-44% |
| Dividend Yield | — | 1.91% | 1.11% | — |
ADSK trades above S&P 500 benchmarks on 3 of 5 measured multiples — is elevated on some multiples, but competitive on others — a mixed valuation picture.
Forward P/E and PEG reflect analyst consensus estimates. Historical averages use trailing ratios where forward data is unavailable.S&P 500 and sector benchmarks both use trailing median P/E — similar readings indicate the broader index and sector are priced alike.
Open valuation toolADSK Financial Health
Verdict
Exceptional
ADSK generates $2.7B in free cash flow at a 36.4% margin — 37.8% ROIC signals a durable competitive advantage · returns 3.4% of market cap to shareholders annually.
Cash Engine
Revenue, margins, and cash generation
Revenue (TTM)
Trailing-twelve-month sales base
$7.5B
Revenue Growth
TTM vs prior year
+18.3%
Gross Margin
Gross profit as a share of revenue
91.1%
Operating Margin
Operating income divided by revenue
26.6%
Net Margin
Net income divided by revenue
19.5%
EPS (TTM)
Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months
$6.90
Free Cash Flow (TTM)
Cash generation after capex
$2.7B
FCF Margin
FCF as share of revenue — the primary cash quality signal
36.4%
Capital Quality
ROIC, leverage, and debt serviceability
ROIC
Return on invested capital — primary competitive quality signal
37.8%
ROA
Return on assets, trailing twelve months
12.6%
Cash & Equivalents
Liquid assets on the balance sheet
$2.2B
Net Debt
Total debt minus cash
$485M
Debt Serviceability
Net debt as a multiple of annual free cash flow
0.2× FCF
~0.2 years to full repayment at current FCF run-rate
ROE
Return on equity, trailing twelve months
49.4%
Shareholder Returns
How capital is returned to owners
Total shareholder yield
3.4%
Dividend
—
Buyback
3.4%
Share Repurchases
Trailing buyback outflow — dollar magnitude of capital returned
$1.4B
Dividend / Share
Annualized trailing dividend per share
—
Payout Ratio
Share of earnings distributed as dividends
—
Shares Outstanding
Declining as buybacks retire shares
211M
All figures from the trailing twelve months. ROIC uses invested capital (equity + net debt).
Open full ratios pageADSK Stock Risk Factors
Key factors that could pressure the stock price, compress the multiple, or weigh on future results.
AI analysis · updated June 18, 2026
High Risk
Competitive Disruption
Free alternatives like Tinkercad and web-based CAD tools could erode Autodesk's market share, especially among entry-level users.
Medium
Construction Slowdown Sensitivity
Autodesk's revenue is tied to construction and engineering sectors, making it vulnerable to economic downturns in these industries.
High Risk
Corporate & Financial Risks
Autodesk has reported 41 risks, with Finance & Corporate being the top risk category, indicating potential financial instability or governance issues.
Medium
Cloud Transition Execution
While Fusion 360's cloud approach is promising, execution risks remain in transitioning legacy users to cloud-based solutions.
Lower
Valuation Concerns
Despite bullish targets, high implied upside suggests potential overvaluation if growth fails to meet expectations.
Medium
Dependence on Key Products
Reliance on AutoCAD and Revit for revenue creates concentration risk if competitors disrupt these core products.
These are risk mechanisms, not predictions. The key question is which would force a cut to earnings estimates or a lower multiple than the market currently prices in.
Why ADSK Stock Could Outperform
Structural drivers behind the upside case and why the stock could outperform over the next 12 months.
AI analysis · updated June 18, 2026
Industry leadership in 3D design
Autodesk is a global leader in 3D design, engineering, and entertainment software, empowering innovators across multiple industries.
Strong revenue growth
Recent earnings reports show revenue growth year-over-year, driven by broad-based demand in construction and other sectors.
Analyst and investor confidence
Autodesk has gained analyst backing, and bullish investment theses highlight its potential as a strong growth stock.
Expanding product portfolio
The company offers a diverse range of software products, including free tools like Tinkercad, which serve as an introduction to its premium offerings.
Cloud and web-based solutions
Autodesk provides web-based applications like AutoCAD, enabling users to access and edit designs anytime, anywhere, enhancing flexibility and adoption.
Broad industry applications
Autodesk's technology spans architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, and media, positioning it as a versatile solution provider.
Strategic acquisitions
Recent deals, such as the MaintainX acquisition, indicate Autodesk's commitment to expanding its capabilities and market reach.
A real bull case compounds — each driver matters most when it strengthens margins, supports capital returns, and keeps the company above the market's minimum growth bar simultaneously.
ADSK Stock Price Performance
52-week range context and price returns across multiple time horizons. Dividend contribution is shown separately in the Capital Return section.
Current Price
$193.82
52W Range Position
2%
52-Week Range
Current price plotted between the 52-week low and high.
52-Week Low
$190.86
+1.6% from the low
52-Week High
$329.09
-41.1% from the high
1 Month
-20.40%
3 Month
-22.00%
YTD
-32.4%
1 Year
-34.3%
3Y CAGR
-2.9%
5Y CAGR
-7.0%
10Y CAGR
+12.9%
Range context matters because valuation compression and earnings misses rarely hit from the same starting point. A stock already far below its high can still fall, but it is no longer carrying the same embedded optimism as one pressing a fresh peak.
ADSK vs Peers
Valuation, growth, and margin comparison against the closest publicly traded peers for this company.
Peer Set
Accurate peer set
Forward PE
15.4x
vs 22.9x median
-33% below peer median
Revenue Growth
+11.2%
vs +13.6% median
-17% below peer median
Net Margin
19.5%
vs 25.4% median
-23% below peer median
| Company | Mkt Cap | Fwd PE | Rev Grw | Margin | Rating | Upside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ADS ADSK Autodesk, Inc. | $40.9B | 15.4x | +11.2% | 19.5% | Buy | +63.1% |
PTC PTC PTC Inc. | $13.7B | 14.3x | +9.9% | 41.6% | Buy | +60.4% |
CDN CDNS Cadence Design Systems, Inc. | $107.0B | 48.8x | +16.1% | 20.9% | Buy | +6.6% |
SNP SNPS Synopsys, Inc. | $87.2B | 30.8x | +13.6% | 8.9% | Buy | +19.5% |
MSF MSFT Microsoft Corporation | $2.82T | 22.6x | +8.8% | 39.3% | Buy | +45.5% |
ORC ORCL Oracle Corporation | $530.1B | 22.9x | +15.9% | 25.4% | Buy | +37.5% |
This peer comparison reflects companies with similar business models, product lines, or market positioning, supplemented by industry grouping when direct matches are limited.
ADSK Dividend and Capital Return
ADSK returns 3.4% annually — null% through dividends and 3.4% through buybacks.
Dividend UnknownFCF Unknown
Total Shareholder Yield
3.4%
Dividend + buyback return per year
Buyback Yield
3.4%
Dividend Yield
—
Payout Ratio
—
Dividend Profile
Yield, cadence, and growth quality
Dividend / Share
Trailing annualized cash dividend
$0.00
Growth Streak
Consecutive years of dividend increases
0Y
3Y Div CAGR
0.0%
5Y Div CAGR
0.0%
Ex-Dividend Date
—
Payment Cadence
Annual
0 payments over the last 12 months
Buyback Engine
How much per-share support comes from repurchases
Repurchases (TTM)
Cash used for buybacks in the latest trailing period
$1.4B
Estimated Shares Retired
7M
Approx. Share Reduction
3.4%
Shares Outstanding
Current diluted share count from the screening snapshot
211M
At 3.4%/year, buybacks mechanically lift EPS even with flat earnings — each remaining share represents a slightly larger piece of the company.
| Year | Div / Share | YoY Grw | BB Yield | Total Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | $0.01 | -75.0% | 7.6% | 7.8% |
| 2004 | $0.06 | 0.0% | 6.0% | 6.5% |
| 2003 | $0.06 | -20.0% | 3.8% | 4.5% |
| 2002 | $0.07 | +25.0% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| 2001 | $0.06 | 0.0% | 16.7% | 17.3% |
FAQ
7 questionsADSK Investor Questions
Common questions answered from live analyst data and company financials.
01Is Autodesk, Inc. (ADSK) stock a buy or sell in 2026?
Autodesk, Inc. (ADSK) is rated Buy by Wall Street analysts as of 2026. Of 51 analysts covering the stock, 38 rate it Buy or Strong Buy, 9 rate it Hold, and 4 rate it Sell or Strong Sell. The consensus 12-month price target is $316, implying +63.1% from the current price of $194. The bear case scenario is $262 and the bull case is $549.
02What is the ADSK stock price target for 2026?
The Wall Street consensus price target for ADSK is $316 based on 51 analyst estimates. The high-end target is $375 (+93.5% from today), and the low-end target is $262 (+35.2%). The base case model target is $416.
03Is Autodesk, Inc. (ADSK) stock overvalued in 2026?
ADSK trades at 15.4x times forward earnings. The stock trades at a notable premium to the broad market, which is typical for businesses with strong free cash flow and above-average growth expectations. Based on current multiples versus the peer group, the relative model signals cheap versus peers. Whether the stock is over or undervalued ultimately depends on whether consensus earnings estimates are achievable.
04What are the main risks for Autodesk, Inc. (ADSK) stock in 2026?
The primary risks for ADSK in 2026 are: (1) Competitive Disruption — Free alternatives like Tinkercad and web-based CAD tools could erode Autodesk's market share, especially among entry-level users. (2) Corporate & Financial Risks — Autodesk has reported 41 risks, with Finance & Corporate being the top risk category, indicating potential financial instability or governance issues. (3) Construction Slowdown Sensitivity — Autodesk's revenue is tied to construction and engineering sectors, making it vulnerable to economic downturns in these industries. Each factor has the potential to pressure earnings or compress the stock's valuation multiple.
05What is Autodesk, Inc.'s revenue and earnings forecast?
Analyst consensus estimates ADSK will report consensus revenue of $8.3B (+11.2% year-over-year) and EPS of $10.18 (+47.5% year-over-year) for the upcoming fiscal year. The following year, analysts project $9.2B in revenue.
06When does Autodesk, Inc. (ADSK) report its next earnings?
A confirmed upcoming earnings date for ADSK is not yet available. Check the Earnings section above for the most recent quarterly report dates and forward estimates.
07How much free cash flow does Autodesk, Inc. generate?
Autodesk, Inc. (ADSK) generated $2.7B in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months — a free cash flow margin of 36.4%. ADSK returns capital to shareholders through and share repurchases ($1.4B TTM).