Equinix Gains 0.82% on Shifting Analyst Targets as $250M Volume Ranks 469th

On August 7, 2025, Equinix (EQIX) rose 0.82% with a trading volume of $250 million, ranking 469th in market activity. Recent analyst activity highlights shifting expectations for the global data center operator as several firms adjust price targets and ratings.

Truist Securities raised its price target for Equinix to $961 from $904, maintaining a "Buy" rating. This follows a July 31 update from JP Morgan, which increased its target to $940 while retaining an "Overweight" stance. UBS also revised its outlook on July 11, lowering its target to $950 from $1,035 but keeping a "Buy" rating. Conversely, Barclays reduced its target by 4.66% to $798, maintaining an "Equal-Weight" recommendation. These adjustments reflect varied analyst perspectives on Equinix’s valuation amid its 260-data-center global footprint and diversified revenue streams across cloud, interconnection, and colocation services.

Equinix’s current price of $777.78 remains below the $918.56 average price target set by 30 analysts. The wide range of forecasts—from a high of $1,200 to a low of $669—underscores uncertainty about the firm’s short-term trajectory. Recent upgrades, including Guggenheim’s initiation of coverage with a $933 target, contrast with downgrades such as BMO Capital’s June 26 reduction to $850 from $1,045. Analysts have historically updated their ratings four times annually, with the next major update expected around July 31, 2026.

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