Zeta Global Holdings Corp is not a strong buy at the moment for a beginner investor with a long-term strategy. The stock is currently experiencing bearish technical indicators, and while there are positive catalysts such as the launch of Athena and hedge fund interest, the financial performance and recent price action suggest caution. Holding the stock or waiting for a better entry point is advised.
The stock is showing bearish signals with MACD negatively expanding, RSI at 29.678 indicating no clear signal, and moving averages in a bearish alignment (SMA_200 > SMA_20 > SMA_5). The stock is trading below key support levels, with the next support at 15.667.

Launch of Athena AI marketing assistant, which could enhance operational efficiency and decision-making.
Recognition as a leader in AI and data management by Forrester.
Hedge fund buying activity up by 184.93% in the last quarter.
Net income and EPS dropped significantly in the latest quarter (-57.08% and -57.14% YoY, respectively).
Gross margin slightly declined (-0.29% YoY).
Bearish technical indicators and recent price decline (-3.61% in regular market and -1.87% in pre-market).
In Q4 2025, revenue increased by 25.41% YoY to $394.6M, but net income dropped by 57.08% YoY to $6.54M. EPS also declined by 57.14% YoY to $0.03, and gross margin slightly decreased to 54.48%.
Analysts maintain a positive outlook with Buy ratings from DA Davidson and Truist, and a Neutral rating from Goldman Sachs. Price targets range from $26 to $30, reflecting confidence in the company's long-term growth potential despite sector valuation challenges.