ServiceNow, Inc.(NOW)
NASDAQ

Stock Overview & Analysis

$104.27
-2.69 (-2.51%)

ServiceNow, Inc. (NOW) quick overview 2026-02-20

  • The stock is currently trading at $104.27, experiencing a short-term pullback within a declining trend—trading below its 50-day average while below the 200-day.
  • Analysts appear optimistic, with a 1-year price target of $188.70 (81.0% upside).
  • Volatility is elevated (52.81% annualized), implying wide price swings.
  • The fundamental story is nuanced: solid revenue growth (20.70% YoY) alongside significant competitive pressures.

Here's What You Need to Know Right Now

Concise, actionable context

Trend posture
Short-term pullback in long-term uptrend
Analyst 1Y target188.781.0%
Volatility (30d ann.)52.8074High
RSI (14-day)
35.65 (Neutral)
Debt$2.40B (18.54 D/E)

ServiceNow, Inc. - Historical Price & Volume

$104.27
-49.92 (-32.38%)
Price
Volume
Current Price Line
Range: 2Y

Market Cap

$112.85B

Enterprise Value: $108.89B

P/E Ratio

64.04

Forward P/E: 21.35

Revenue Growth

+20.70%

Year over Year

Analyst Target

$188.70

+81.0% upside potential

Key Investor Questions

Clarity over jargon

Is now a good time to buy?
  • Technicals say: Neutral (RSI 35.65)
  • Fundamentals say: Caution warranted (high leverage concerns)
Can its core operations drive future growth?
  • Future growth will depend on performance in core Software - Application operations.
  • The ability to manage competitive pressures will be crucial for sustained growth.
What are the biggest risks?
  • $2.40B in debt could be a headwind in a high-rate environment.
  • Fierce competition from established players in Software - Application.

Trading Range

52-Week Low$98.00
52-Week High$211.48
Current Price$104.27

Over the past year, the stock traded between $98.00 and $211.48—recovering meaningfully from lows and currently near the higher end. Big swings are likely unless a major catalyst emerges.

Volatility

30-Day Volatility52.81%
Beta0.98
RSI (14-day)35.65

With 52.81% annualized volatility and β=0.98, the stock exhibits moderate correlation to market moves—suitable for investors comfortable with active risk management.

Ownership Snapshot

Insider Ownership18.60%
Institutional Ownership89.67%
Shares Short21.22M

High institutional backing, but elevated short interest signals a potential battleground stock.

Analyst Sentiment

Mean Target
$188.70
Upside Potential
81.0%
Recommendation
strong_buy
Analysts see strong upside potential with a target of $188.70. The 81.0% upside suggests optimistic growth expectations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common investor questions about ServiceNow, Inc.

ServiceNow, Inc. (NOW) is currently trading at $104.27. The RSI (14-day) is at 35.6, indicating neutral territory. Wall Street analysts have a consensus "strong_buy" recommendation. The mean analyst price target of $188.70 implies 81.0% upside from current levels. Volatility is high at 52.8% annualized, meaning significant price swings are common. Investors should consider their risk tolerance, investment horizon, and portfolio diversification before making a decision.

Based on current valuation metrics for ServiceNow, Inc. (NOW): The trailing P/E ratio is 64.04, which is above the market average, indicating investors are pricing in higher growth expectations. The forward P/E is 21.35, lower than the trailing P/E, suggesting analysts expect earnings improvement. The PEG ratio is 0.94, below 1.0, which generally indicates the stock is undervalued relative to its growth rate. Price-to-Book is 8.64. Price-to-Sales is 8.50. Valuation should be compared to Software - Application industry peers for context, as different sectors trade at different multiples.

Based on 41 analysts covering NOW, the consensus price target is $188.70. This represents a 81.0% upside from the current price of $104.27. The range spans from a low target of $115.00 to a high target of $260.00, reflecting varying levels of optimism among analysts. The consensus recommendation is "strong_buy". Note: Analyst price targets are forward-looking estimates and not guarantees of future performance.

ServiceNow, Inc. (NOW) does not currently pay a regular dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits into growth initiatives, or may not yet be profitable enough to distribute earnings to shareholders.

Key risks for ServiceNow, Inc. (NOW) investors include: 1. High volatility (52.8% annualized)—the stock can experience significant daily price swings. 2. Broader market and macroeconomic risks (interest rates, inflation, geopolitical events). 3. Software - Application sector-specific competitive pressures. Investors should diversify and consider their risk tolerance before investing.

Here is ServiceNow, Inc.'s (NOW) current debt and financial health profile: Total debt stands at $2.40B. The debt-to-equity ratio is 18.54, which is conservative and indicates a strong balance sheet with low leverage. The current ratio is 1.00, indicating adequate short-term liquidity. The quick ratio is 0.86. The company holds $6.28B in cash and equivalents. Free cash flow is positive at $4.95B, providing a cushion for debt servicing and shareholder returns.