Autodesk stock draws fresh analyst support ahead Q2 earnings

Autodesk Inc. (US0527691069) stock is trading in the mid-$250s in August 2026 as investors weigh strong recent earnings, fresh guidance and upbeat analyst commentary ahead the company’s next quarterly report.

Analysts lift targets as earnings impress

A recent research note highlighted a price-target increase on Autodesk to $325 from $312, signaling confidence in the company’s earnings trajectory and implying upside of more than 29% from a stock price around $251 recorded in late August 2026. One analyst-focused article also pointed to a consensus target near $321.65, underscoring broadly positive sentiment on the shares.

Per the same coverage, Autodesk’s most recently reported quarter showed earnings per share of $2.99 compared with a consensus estimate of $2.84, a beat of $0.15 that helped reinforce the stock’s fundamental story. The article noted revenue of $1.93 billion in that quarter, an increase of 18.4% year over year, highlighting that Autodesk is pairing margin strength with top-line growth.

Revenue growth and guidance set the tone

The same quarter’s performance suggests Autodesk is converting demand for its design and construction software into consistent earnings expansion, with EPS climbing from $2.29 in the prior-year period to $2.99 and revenue rising by 18.4% over that timeframe. The metrics overview emphasized that the company delivered both revenue and EPS above consensus expectations.

Looking ahead, Autodesk has outlined guidance ranges that frame investor expectations for the next stages of growth. For fiscal 2027, the company has set an EPS range of 12.400 to 12.650, while guidance for the second quarter of that fiscal year stands at an EPS range of 3.100 to 3.140. Coverage of the guidance indicates that equity analysts expect Autodesk to deliver around 9.7 in earnings per share for the current fiscal year, setting a clear benchmark for near-term performance.

Consensus view remains constructive

Across the broader analyst community, data compiled in late August 2026 shows that Autodesk carries a consensus rating described as moderate buy, with the average price target centered around $321.65. A consensus snapshot indicates that a mix of buy and hold recommendations continues to lean toward a constructive outlook on the stock.

Institutional interest has been active as well, with multiple filings in August 2026 showing additional positions taken in Autodesk shares by asset managers. Recent purchase disclosures detail new share accumulations, adding another data point to the picture of ongoing professional investor engagement.

Product focus: AutoCAD and design tools

Beyond the numbers, Autodesk’s investment case still rests heavily on its portfolio of design and creation software used across architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing and media industries. A company profile section highlights flagship products such as AutoCAD for computer-aided design, Revit for building information modeling, and media tools like Maya and 3ds Max that support content creation.

These applications, together with cloud-based platforms such as Autodesk Construction Cloud and collaboration tools, position the company at the intersection of digital design and project delivery. The recurring-license and subscription model behind these products supports the revenue growth and earnings guidance figures that analysts are tracking for fiscal 2027.

Autodesk stock valuation and trading context

On a valuation basis, recent data from late August 2026 shows Autodesk with a market capitalization slightly above $52 billion and a price-to-earnings ratio near 36.6 based on trailing results. The same valuation snapshot notes that the shares have traded within a 1-year range from $185.50 at the low end to $329.09 at the high end, placing the recent price level in the upper portion of that band but still below the prior peak.

Technical indicators from that overview show Autodesk’s 50-day moving average near $218.61 and its 200-day moving average close to $231.62, suggesting the stock’s current level in the mid-$250s sits above both medium- and longer-term trend lines. Debt metrics such as a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.78 and liquidity ratios including a current ratio of 0.83 and a quick ratio of 0.83 provide additional context for how the company balances growth investment with balance-sheet discipline.

Closing stock paragraph

Autodesk stock, listed on Nasdaq under the ticker ADSK, most recently opened a trading session at $251.02 with the shares moving within a one-year range from $185.50 to $329.09 as of late August 2026. The current valuation and guidance trajectory suggest that the relationship between earnings delivery, analyst expectations and product demand will remain central to how investors assess the stock over the coming quarters.

Fact box

Company: Autodesk Inc.

ISIN: US0527691069

Ticker: ADSK

Exchange: Nasdaq

Market cap: $52.97 billion (as of August 21, 2026)

Sector / Industry: Software - design and engineering

Index membership: Nasdaq-100