MKTX Should I Buy
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MarketAxess Holdings Inc (MKTX) is not a strong buy at the moment for a beginner investor with a long-term strategy. While the company has shown some positive financial performance and growth in trading volumes, the lack of strong proprietary trading signals, mixed analyst sentiment, and limited near-term upside potential suggest holding off on a purchase for now.
The MACD is positive and expanding, indicating bullish momentum. However, the RSI is in the neutral zone at 71.724, and moving averages are converging, showing no clear trend. The stock is trading near its resistance level (R1: 179.098), which may limit immediate upside potential.
Robertson Opportunity Capital recently purchased shares worth $5.23 million, showing confidence in the stock.
The company has set an 8%-9% revenue growth target through
Q4 2025 financials showed strong YoY growth in net income (41.60%) and EPS (45.09%).
Analysts have been lowering price targets, with Barclays setting a target of $178, close to the current price.
Revenue in Q4 2025 missed expectations despite growth.
The company's gross margin dropped slightly YoY, and expenses are expected to increase in 2026.
In Q4 2025, revenue increased by 3.76% YoY to $205.4 million, net income grew by 41.60% YoY to $92.2 million, and EPS rose by 45.09% YoY to 2.51. However, gross margin dropped slightly to 80.3%, down 1.10% YoY.
Analysts have mixed views on MKTX. While UBS and Argus maintain Buy ratings with price targets of $225 and $205 respectively, others like Barclays and Morgan Stanley have lowered targets and maintain Equal Weight ratings. The consensus reflects cautious optimism but limited near-term upside.
