Dropbox, Inc. DBX
- Market cap
- $7.1B
- P/E
- 17.7×
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Free account| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | |
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| — | — | 18.50 | 16.08 | 14.55 | 21.57 | 19.07 | 18.71 | 20.68 | 24.42 |
Analyst estimates 2026–2028 Powerpack |
Low Price
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| — | — | 43.50 | 26.49 | 25.16 | 33.00 | 25.81 | 30.50 | 33.43 | 33.33 |
High Price
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| — | 1,858 | 2,323 | 2,801 | 2,760 | 2,667 | 3,118 | 2,693 | 2,204 | 2,113 |
Employees
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| 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Revenue/Emp
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| 845 | 1,107 | 1,392 | 1,661 | 1,914 | 2,158 | 2,325 | 2,502 | 2,548 | 2,521 |
Revenue
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| 53.76% | 66.67% | 71.64% | 75.26% | 78.34% | 79.42% | 80.89% | 80.87% | 82.53% | 80.13% |
Gross Margin
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| (205) | (111) | (480) | (52) | (250) | 299 | 193 | 554 | 510 | 618 |
EBT
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| (24.27%) | (10.07%) | (34.50%) | (3.13%) | (13.07%) | 13.87% | 8.29% | 22.16% | 20.01% | 24.50% |
EBT Margin
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| (210) | (112) | (485) | (53) | (256) | 336 | 553 | 454 | 452 | 508 |
Net Income
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| 195 | 188 | 179 | 192 | 184 | 188 | 201 | 213 | 172 | 193 |
Depreciation
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| 4.47 | 5.65 | 3.88 | 4.04 | 4.62 | 5.56 | 6.44 | 7.33 | 8.01 | 9.40 |
Revenue/Sh
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| (1.11) | (0.57) | (1.35) | (0.13) | (0.62) | 0.87 | 1.53 | 1.33 | 1.42 | 1.89 |
Earnings/Sh
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| 1.34 | 1.69 | 1.19 | 1.28 | 1.38 | 1.88 | 2.21 | 2.30 | 2.81 | 3.55 |
Cash Flow/Sh
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| (0.65) | (0.13) | (0.18) | (0.33) | (0.19) | (0.07) | (0.10) | (0.07) | (0.07) | (0.08) |
Capex/Sh
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| 0.68 | 1.55 | 1.00 | 0.95 | 1.18 | 1.81 | 2.11 | 2.22 | 2.74 | 3.47 |
Free CF/Sh
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| 0.65 | 0.53 | 1.89 | 1.96 | 0.81 | (0.76) | (0.86) | (0.49) | (2.36) | (6.70) |
Book Value/Sh
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| 189 | 196 | 359 | 412 | 414 | 388 | 361 | 341 | 318 | 268 |
Shares
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| 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 27.89 | 14.63 | 21.49 | 21.15 | 14.79 |
PE Ratio
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| 5.04 | 5.04 | 5.26 | 4.44 | 4.80 | 4.41 | 3.52 | 3.93 | 3.75 | 2.96 |
PS Ratio
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| 0.00 | 0.00 | 10.82 | 9.12 | 27.54 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
PB Ratio
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| 4.72 | 4.72 | 4.55 | 3.92 | 4.41 | 4.42 | 3.68 | 4.08 | 4.13 | 3.75 |
EV/Sales
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| 17.16 | 17.16 | 17.63 | 16.79 | 17.36 | 13.71 | 11.36 | 13.58 | 12.08 | 10.16 |
EV/FCF
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| 253 | 330 | 425 | 529 | 571 | 730 | 797 | 784 | 894 | 952 |
Op' Cash Flow
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| (124) | (26) | (66) | (138) | (80) | (29) | (35) | (25) | (23) | (21) |
Capex
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| 129 | 304 | 359 | 391 | 491 | 701 | 762 | 759 | 871 | 930 |
FCF
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| (222) | (220) | 373 | 228 | 140 | 674 | 293 | 315 | 528 | (703) |
Working Cap'
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| 258 | 175 | 164 | 295 | 360 | 1,737 | 1,710 | 1,546 | 2,558 | 3,036 |
Total Debt
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| (95) | (255) | (925) | (864) | (762) | 19 | 366 | 190 | 964 | 1,997 |
Net Debt
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| 123 | 103 | 677 | 808 | 334 | (294) | (309) | (166) | (752) | (1,797) |
Sh' Equity
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| (41.86%) | (11.04%) | (35.73%) | (2.40%) | (10.08%) | 12.26% | 17.84% | 14.89% | 14.34% | 16.48% |
ROA
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| (436.60%) | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 199.14% | 1,374.23% | 143.74% | 215.24% |
ROIC
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| 41.85% | 22.23% | (589.90%) | (7.10%) | (44.88%) | 1,683.20% | (183.39%) | (190.91%) | (98.52%) | (39.88%) |
ROE
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Dropbox, Inc. (DBX) key facts
- Dropbox, Inc. (DBX) is a Software Infrastructure company in the Technology sector, listed on Nasdaq.
- Dropbox, Inc.’s revenue for fiscal 2025 (year ended December 2025) was $2.5 billion, down 1.07% from fiscal 2024.
- Net income was $508.4 million, or $1.89 per share (basic), a net margin of 20.2%.
- As of September 25, 2026, DBX traded at $32.32, a market capitalization of $7.1 billion.
- At that price the stock trades at 17.7× trailing-twelve-month earnings and 2.9× sales.
- Return on equity was −39.9% and debt-to-equity -1.58.
Dropbox, Inc. (DBX) Latest News
24 Sep
Dropbox (DBX) shares fell about 4.5% in the afternoon after Citi downgraded the stock from Neutral to Sell and cut its price target from $33 to $29, signaling waning near-term upside in a competitive cloud market. The decline was amplified by macro headwinds as rising Treasury yields pressured tech valuations. DBX traded around $32.56, down roughly 5% on the session, though the stock remains up about 21% year-to-date and below its 52-week high. The move followed a softer sentiment environment for software equities, even as Snowflake reported strong quarterly results, illustrating mixed signals in enterprise software demand. The downgrade underscores the sensitivity of durable cloud names to rate expectations and earnings outlook revisions. Citi's downgrade and rising yields create a moderate negative headwind to Dropbox's valuation and sentiment.
Dropbox (DBX) closed at $32.66, down 4.56% in the latest session, under a flat to mixed market backdrop. It has fallen 1.67% in the past month as the broader Computer and Technology sector rose. Ahead of its next earnings, DBX is expected to post EPS of $0.73, down 1.35% year over year, and revenue of $628.6 million, down 0.92%. For the full year, the Zacks Consensus calls for EPS of $3.04 and revenue of $2.52 billion, up 7.04% and down 0.1%, respectively. Estimates have risen 0.43% in the last 30 days. DBX trades at a Forward P/E of 11.24, below the industry average of 15.8, but has a PEG of 3.2 (industry 1.61). The Internet-Services group ranks in the bottom tier of industries. Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) and a modest earnings outlook imply moderate downside risk ahead.
Dropbox stock fell 5.7% to $32.28 after Citi downgraded the stock to Sell from Neutral and cut the price target to $29, saying the current valuation already reflects AI-driven growth Dropbox has yet to prove. A Citi downgrade to Sell with a $29 target signals valuation risk tied to unproven AI growth, potentially capping upside.
23 Sep
Dropbox beat expectations in Q2 with revenue, operating income and billings ahead of estimates, sparking a rally that leaves the stock near $34.22. Over the last 90 days the shares rose about 36.4%, and 1-year total returns sit around 9%. The upbeat read comes in a context of valuation questions, with the stock trading above a $32.60 fair-value anchor. While P/E at 16.8x lags peers, Simply Wall St notes a broader valuation gap implying either execution risk or upside potential. Dropbox’s growth strategy relies on Dash and other new products whose revenue impact remains uncertain for now. Downside risks include slowing revenue and ARPU, user churn and pricing headwinds. The piece frames a cautious view of whether the rally already priced in the new product story. Q2 beat boosts momentum but Dash monetization is still early and valuation premium risk persists, creating a balanced yet meaningful risk-reward.
17 Aug
Dropbox raised 2026 revenue guidance despite weaker profitability, triggering investor reactions to the mixed signals on growth versus margins. Revenue guidance increase signals growth potential but profitability concerns may limit stock gains.
13 Aug
Dropbox (DBX) held its Q2 2026 earnings call, covering financial performance, operational metrics, and management commentary on business outlook. Quarterly earnings disclosures typically move near-term sentiment and trading but rarely shift core strategy or competitive position.
11 Aug
Dropbox Q2 results reflect leadership transition alongside AI integration efforts that are shaping the company's outlook. Leadership transition paired with AI integration points to major strategic shifts likely to alter Dropbox trajectory and investor views.
7 Aug
Dropbox Q2 earnings surpassed estimates driven by core file storage and sharing performance, leading the company to raise its 2026 outlook. Q2 earnings beat and raised 2026 guidance signal stronger financial results and improved long-term prospects.
Dropbox, Inc. held its Q2 2026 earnings call covering financial results and business updates. Quarterly earnings data can shift near-term investor views and valuation multiples.
Dropbox shares declined after beating earnings expectations due to disappointing revenue growth. Disappointing revenue growth triggered share price decline despite earnings beat, pointing to moderate effects on near-term investor sentiment.
6 Aug
Dropbox Q2 earnings call highlighted revenue growth, user metrics, operating margins, and strategic product updates including AI features. Quarterly earnings provide performance data and guidance that moderately influence near-term stock sentiment and valuation.
Dropbox (DBX) reported Q2 earnings and revenues exceeding analyst estimates. Q2 beat may lift near-term investor sentiment and valuation multiples.
Dropbox exceeded Q2 CY2026 expectations. Beating quarterly expectations can lift near-term stock price and sentiment.
Dropbox, Inc. released its financial results for the second quarter of 2026. Quarterly earnings releases deliver financial metrics that moderately influence near-term stock price and sentiment.
5 Aug
Dropbox (DBX) may be 32% overvalued after completing a $900 million buyback. The buyback alters share count and EPS but overvaluation claims introduce offsetting sentiment pressure without guaranteed long-term trajectory change.
1 Jun
Dropbox completes new senior secured revolving credit facility and announces $900M stock repurchase program. $900M stock repurchase signals major capital return initiative likely to lift shareholder value and market performance.
30 May
Dropbox appoints new CEO with DBX stock gains expected to materialize slowly. CEO change introduces possible long-term strategic adjustments at Dropbox without rapid market effects.
17 May
Dropbox Q1 earnings call featured five analyst questions on revenue growth, AI product development, customer retention, cloud infrastructure costs and long-term market positioning. Q1 earnings questions highlight strategic priorities that may moderately influence near-term investor sentiment and operational focus.
15 May
Dropbox's latest earnings surpass surface expectations, revealing robust growth in user engagement, revenue per user, and profitability margins amid efficient operations and strategic expansions. Earnings uncover hidden strengths in key metrics that could significantly enhance competitive positioning and investor confidence.
12 May
Dropbox (DBX) stock climbed over 5% today after Q2 earnings beat expectations with revenue of $628.6 million and net income of $79.2 million, alongside 2% growth in paying users to 18.22 million and raised full-year guidance. Earnings beat boosts short-term sentiment and validates operational execution but represents routine quarterly performance without transformative shifts.
11 May
Dropbox beat earnings expectations, prompting analysts to release new forecasts. Earnings beats drive significant stock price gains and upward analyst revisions, altering investor sentiment and trajectory.
9 May
Dropbox raises 2026 outlook due to AI advancements and profitability gains, potentially serving as a game changer for DBX stock. Raised 2026 outlook on AI and profitability represents a major strategic shift likely to enhance DBX's competitive position and investor sentiment.
7 May
Dropbox Q1 earnings call highlights strong revenue growth, improved profitability, user engagement metrics, and optimistic full-year guidance amid competitive cloud storage landscape. Q1 earnings highlights reveal key financial results and strategic direction that drive immediate stock volatility and long-term investor confidence.
Dropbox (NASDAQ:DBX) surprised markets by reporting strong Q1 CY2026 sales that exceeded expectations. Sales surprise indicates robust revenue growth, significantly influencing financial trajectory and investor sentiment.
Dropbox, Inc. announced first quarter 2026 results, highlighting key financial metrics, revenue growth, user engagement, and future outlook. Quarterly earnings releases drive significant stock volatility and shape investor expectations for financial health and growth trajectory.
24 Apr
Analysts are shifting the narrative around Dropbox (DBX) by reassessing its growth prospects and valuation amid evolving market views. Analyst reassessment of growth and valuation shifts investor narrative, moderately influencing DBX market sentiment and performance.
16 Apr
Post-Q4 earnings, Dropbox (DBX) stock prompts buy, sell, or hold debate amid analysis of financial results, growth metrics, and future outlook. Q4 earnings directly shape DBX financial performance and investor sentiment without fundamentally altering long-term trajectory.
6 Apr
Dropbox beat profit expectations despite slower revenue growth, raising questions about whether this shifts the investment case for DBX stock. Profit beat boosts short-term sentiment but decelerating growth signals potential challenges to long-term trajectory.
13 Mar
Dropbox's narrative shifts amid scrutiny on Dash product performance and growth execution challenges. Scrutiny on Dash and growth execution may noticeably affect financial performance and competitive positioning without fundamentally altering long-term trajectory.
9 Mar
AI will not replace software companies like Dropbox, defying widespread fears, as the technology enhances rather than supplants core SaaS models. Reassurances against AI disruption moderately bolster Dropbox's competitive positioning in cloud storage amid SaaS sector anxieties.