Autodesk CFO Janesh Moorjani Buys Company Shares
Janesh Moorjani purchased 2,500 shares of Autodesk, Inc. at $197.67 each.
Key Points
- Janesh Moorjani, Autodesk's CFO, bought 2,500 shares on June 15, 2026, at $197.67 per share, totaling $494,175.
- Autodesk's stock is trading at $200.96, with a market cap of $41.9 billion and a P/E ratio of 29.
- Analysts from firms like Rosenblatt and Morgan Stanley maintain a 'buy' rating with price targets up to $369.
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On June 15, 2026, Janesh Moorjani, the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Autodesk, Inc. (NasdaqGS: ADSK), purchased 2,500 shares of the company. The shares were bought at an average price of $197.67 each, amounting to a total transaction value of $494,175. This insider transaction was not part of a pre-planned trading program.
Insider Buying and Selling at Autodesk, Inc.
Janesh Moorjani's recent purchase adds to a series of insider transactions at Autodesk. Earlier, on May 29, 2026, Stacy Smith acquired 3,435 shares at an average price of $231.17. Other executives, including Rebecca Pearce, Steven Blum, and Ruth Ann Keene, also made purchases on April 10, 2026, though those transactions were at undisclosed prices.
Other Institutional Activity in Autodesk
BlackRock, Inc. slightly trimmed its Autodesk holdings, reducing its position by 57,142 shares to hold a total of 21,930,594 shares, valued at approximately $5.25 billion. Meanwhile, Vanguard Capital Management LLC established a new position with 13,780,084 shares worth about $3.3 billion. State Street Corp decreased its holdings by 174,275 shares, ending with 9,983,551 shares valued at about $2.39 billion. Geode Capital Management, LLC increased its stake by 143,897 shares, bringing its total to 5,825,938 shares valued at $1.39 billion.
Autodesk, Inc. Stock Down 22.0%
Shares of Autodesk, Inc. (NasdaqGS: ADSK) are currently trading near $200.96. The company boasts a market capitalization of approximately $41.9 billion, with a P/E ratio of 28.97 and a forward P/E of 13.92. Autodesk's stock has ranged from a 52-week low of $194.47 to a high of $329.09. Its 50-day moving average is $235.81, and the 200-day moving average is $271.88. The company has a current ratio of 0.835 and a quick ratio of 0.669, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 85.42.
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Recent Earnings
In its recent earnings report, Autodesk recorded revenue of approximately $7.51 billion, reflecting a growth rate of 18.4%. The company achieved a net margin of 19.49% and a return on equity of 50.4%. Earnings per share stood at $6.85. The next earnings announcement is scheduled for August 27, 2026.
Earnings drift grade
Outlook vs expectations on the last report — not price action.
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Forward outlook
5 target cuts vs 1 raises.
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EPS & revenue
EPS beat estimates by 3.1%. Revenue met estimates.
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Profit surprise
EBITDA missed by 23 percent. Operating income missed by 27 percent.
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Pre-earnings setup
Bar was high, analysts already very bullish.
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Analyst signal
1 target raise, 5 target cuts.
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Earnings quality
Gross margin up 0.7 points. Operating margin up 7.3 points. Positive free cash flow.
Earnings Call Summary
Autodesk delivered a strong quarter with revenue of $1.934 billion, beating the Street consensus of $1.931 billion, though non-GAAP EPS of $2.35 missed expectations of $2.84. The company highlighted sustained momentum in construction, architecture, engineering and operations, driven by data center and infrastructure investments. Management noted that AECO and Make segments continue to drive growth, while the new transaction model transition is moving smoothly and contributing about $105 million to revenue. The company raised full year guidance and reaffirmed confidence in long-term margin expansion.
Guidance Autodesk raised its full year sales guidance to $7.025 billion to $7.075 billion, up from prior expectations. The company also raised billings guidance to $7.355 billion to $7.445 billion and increased full year free cash flow guidance to $2.2 billion to $2.275 billion. Management expects operating margins to expand to 41 percent by fiscal 2029.
Very weak report. The release materially worsened the forward outlook.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On June 1, 2026, Citigroup maintained its 'hold' rating on Autodesk with a price target of $252. Rosenblatt also maintained a 'buy' rating, setting a target of $330. Other firms like DA Davidson, RBC Capital, and Wells Fargo reiterated 'buy' ratings with price targets ranging from $305 to $330. Overall, the consensus among 32 analysts is a 'strong buy', with a mean price target of $319.27.
About Autodesk, Inc.
Autodesk, Inc. is a leading technology company based in San Francisco, California. It specializes in providing software solutions for 3D design, engineering, and entertainment. With a workforce of around 14,300 employees, Autodesk offers a range of products including AutoCAD, Revit, and Fusion for various industries such as construction, manufacturing, and media. The company is headed by CEO Dr. Andrew Anagnost.
Bottom Line
Janesh Moorjani's purchase of Autodesk shares highlights continued insider confidence in the company's prospects. Autodesk remains a significant player in the technology sector, with strong institutional interest and positive analyst sentiment. As always, remember that insider transactions and analyst ratings are just part of the broader investment picture.
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