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Software InfrastructureCountry:
United StatesIPO:
29 October 1999Website:
http://www.akamai.comNext earnings report:
13 February 2025Last dividends:
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Akamai has improved its cloud security offerings by upgrading its Guardicore Segmentation and Enterprise Application Access solutions.
Akamai is dedicated to assisting customers in reaching their Zero Trust objectives. On November 19, 2024, the company announced that it is enhancing its top segmentation solution, Akamai Guardicore Segmentation, to provide agentless enforcement for cloud-native resources in Amazon Web Services (AWS). This update broadens its current features in cloud settings.
On November 15, 2024, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Akamai (NASDAQ: AKAM), a company specializing in cybersecurity and cloud computing, announced that it has successfully bid to acquire certain assets from Edgio. This includes customer contracts related to Edgio's security and content delivery services, as well as non-exclusive rights to use Edgio's complete patent portfolio.
Akamai Technologies reported mixed results for Q3, with a 3.6% increase in revenue compared to last year, but a notable decline in GAAP operating margin because of restructuring costs. The company's future outlook is not strong, as they have reduced their full-year revenue and profit predictions, resulting in a 15% decrease in share price. However, Akamai's security and computing divisions appear to have good growth potential, especially in cloud services and online security.
Akamai Technologies, Inc. has introduced the Akamai App Platform, which addresses three major obstacles to wider Kubernetes use: skills, scale, and vendor lock-in. This platform provides a straightforward solution for deploying, managing, and scaling distributed applications. The announcement was made on November 12, 2024, in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Akamai's stock dropped 14% on Friday after the release of its Q3 earnings report, which mostly met expectations but included a disappointing outlook for Q4. Additionally, the ongoing decrease in the company's main content delivery network business seems to have increased concerns among investors.
AKAM has reported an increase in revenue compared to last year, thanks to strong growth in several areas.
Akamai Technologies (AKAM) reported quarterly earnings of $1.59 per share, matching the Zacks Consensus Estimate. This is a decrease compared to earnings of $1.63 per share from the same period last year.
On Thursday, Akamai Technologies predicted that its revenue for the fourth quarter would be lower than expected. The company believes that clients are likely to reduce their spending on cloud and content delivery services due to the uncertain economic situation.
Akamai is likely to report year-over-year revenue growth in the third quarter, thanks to strong demand in various markets and new product developments.
What type of business is Akamai Technologies?
Akamai Technologies, Inc. is an American company that provides cloud solutions and services for delivering, optimizing, and protecting content and business applications on the Internet. Founded in 1998, headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The company's globally distributed platform, Akamai Intelligent Edge, includes over 200,000 servers in 130 countries around the world, connected with complex software and algorithms. The platform is designed to surround and extend the customer's existing cloud architecture, allowing to accelerate and secure cloud operations and workloads on a global scale, as well as increase reliability and reduce costs. Additionally, Akamai Technologies, Inc. offers a wide range of services and solutions to support customers in integrating, configuring, optimizing, and managing core offerings.
What sector is Akamai Technologies in?
Akamai Technologies is in the Technology sector
What industry is Akamai Technologies in?
Akamai Technologies is in the Software Infrastructure industry
What country is Akamai Technologies from?
Akamai Technologies is headquartered in United States
When did Akamai Technologies go public?
Akamai Technologies initial public offering (IPO) was on 29 October 1999
What is Akamai Technologies website?
https://www.akamai.com
Is Akamai Technologies in the S&P 500?
Yes, Akamai Technologies is included in the S&P 500 index
Is Akamai Technologies in the NASDAQ 100?
No, Akamai Technologies is not included in the NASDAQ 100 index
Is Akamai Technologies in the Dow Jones?
No, Akamai Technologies is not included in the Dow Jones index
When was Akamai Technologies the previous earnings report?
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When does Akamai Technologies earnings report?
The next expected earnings date for Akamai Technologies is 13 February 2025