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BlackBerry Ltd (BB) Earnings: 1Q Adjusted Gross Margin Falls Short of Estimates, Cash Reserves Surge

  • Blackberry’s adjusted gross margin for Q1 stands at 74.6% compared to the previous year’s 67.4%, but falls short of the estimated 75.8%.
  • The company’s cash and cash equivalents see a significant increase to $276.0 million, up 93% year-over-year, surpassing the estimated $246.7 million.
  • Analyst recommendations include 2 buys, 5 holds, and 1 sell.

BlackBerry Ltd on Smartkarma

Analysts on Smartkarma, such as Baptista Research, are closely following BlackBerry Ltd‘s recent performance, focusing on key areas such as the growing role of QNX in the automotive sector. In a recent insight titled “BlackBerry: QNX’s Growing Role & Backlog In Automotive & Beyond to Up Their Game!“, Baptista Research highlighted the fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2025 results, noting a mix of positive accomplishments and uncertainties.

According to the report, BlackBerry exceeded expectations by reporting total revenues of $141.7 million for the quarter, with strong performances in the QNX and Secure Communications divisions. The detailed analysis provides valuable insights for investors looking to understand the company’s trajectory and future prospects in the evolving tech landscape.


A look at BlackBerry Ltd Smart Scores

FactorScoreMagnitude
Value3
Dividend1
Growth4
Resilience3
Momentum3
OVERALL SMART SCORE2.8

Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma

BlackBerry Ltd, known for its innovative wireless solutions, is set on a promising path for long-term growth. The company’s strong performance in growth and momentum, with respective scores of 4 and 3, indicates a positive outlook for future expansion and market traction. Despite a lower score in dividends at 1, BlackBerry’s focus on value, resilience, and maintaining momentum at a score of 3 each signifies a balanced approach towards sustainable development.

With a diversified portfolio catering to the mobile communications sector, BlackBerry Ltd is positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities. The company’s commitment to innovation and adapting to market dynamics is evident through its scores in growth and resilience. As it continues to enhance its offerings and leverage its technological expertise, BlackBerry is likely to strengthen its market presence and drive long-term value for stakeholders.


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