Sea Limited Surges to Top 112 Most Actively Traded Stocks with $1.018 Billion Turnover

On May 12, 2025, Sea Limited (SE) saw a significant surge in trading volume, with a total turnover of $1.018 billion, marking a 54.59% increase from the previous day. This surge placed Sea Limited among the top 112 most actively traded stocks for the day. The company's stock price also rose by 2.36%.

Sea Limited, an e-commerce and gaming company, is scheduled to release its first-quarter earnings results on May 13th. This announcement has generated considerable anticipation among investors, who are eager to gauge the company's performance and future prospects.

Financial analysts have predicted a substantial increase in earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, reflecting a positive outlook on the company's financial health. The market's pre-market trading activity on May 12th, which saw a 5.25% rise in Sea's stock price, further underscores the optimistic sentiment surrounding the upcoming earnings report.

Analysts from various financial institutions, including Barclays and Morgan Stanley, have expressed confidence in Sea's first-quarter performance, anticipating strong revenue growth and a significant increase in EPS. The consensus among analysts is that Sea's revenue for the quarter is expected to grow by 29.7% year-on-year to $4.91 billion, with EPS projected to rise from $0.21.

Despite the overall positive sentiment, there have been some adjustments in ratings. Bank of America recently downgraded Sea Limited from a "buy" rating to a "neutral" rating, setting a price target of $160.00. This move reflects a more cautious stance on the company's near-term prospects, although it does not diminish the overall optimism surrounding the earnings report.