Braze, Inc. (BRZE)
NASDAQInformation TechnologySoftware - ApplicationSnapshot 2026-09-04
$31.96-3.88%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
NASDAQInformation TechnologySoftware - ApplicationSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · BRZE
What must go right, what could break, what the price assumes, and what evidence comes next.
The current health of the standing investment case.
Recent financial performance sits well below its industry cohort — worth keeping an eye on, though it has not freshly broken.
One-year growth currently built into the price, compared with our model's estimate.
| Measure | Marker shape | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Growth built into the price | circle | 16.4% |
| Our one-year growth estimate | diamond | 22.6% |
For each item: what to watch, what would become a concern, and what would make it less concerning.
A reporting-risk estimate, not a forecast of the stock-price response.
Historical relationships that met the evidence threshold. They do not prove cause or forecast a move.
Usually moved in the same direction.
Price observations: 365 days
Most sensitive to the broad stock market.
Based on historical daily prices through 2026-09-04.
Past price behavior in dollars on a $10,000 position. This does not measure permanent business risk.
How much price usually moves either way.
A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days.
Use the underlying financial and sector pages to investigate the cause.
Not investment advice. Scores describe historical and current data; they are not forecasts of future returns. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.
Growth built into the price is above our model estimate.
The price assumes 6.2 percentage points less one-year growth.
The one-year revenue growth assumption on Valuation.
Model as of 2026-09-04 · Compared with 120 industry peers
BRZE — CFO transition
Dated 2026-05-27
Interim Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer — Pankaj Malik: Pankaj Malik was promoted to Interim Chief Financial Officer while continuing his role as Chief Accounting Officer.
Why it matters: Hitting this target shows progress towards making money and running the business well.
Supportive ifNon-GAAP operating income will be between $70 million and $74 million for fiscal year 2027.
Worry ifNon-GAAP operating income is less than $70 million.
Why it matters: A decline in cash from operations could signal financial stress. This would raise concerns about future growth.
Worry ifCash from operating activities is less than $28.1 million.
Less concerning ifCash from operating activities is more than $28.1 million.
Why it matters: If revenue growth falls below its median, it signals a weakening trend in the sector. This could hurt Braze's performance as it is already losing money.
Worry ifBraze's revenue growth reported below the median for the sector.
Less concerning ifBraze's revenue growth stays above the median for the sector.
Why it matters: The CFO transition may affect financial strategy and guidance. This could lead to uncertainty among investors.
Watch forNew CFO provides clear and positive financial guidance in the next earnings call.
Also watch forNew CFO issues cautious or negative financial guidance in the next earnings call.
We watch for confirming and disproving signals on each item. Resolutions are found automatically where possible and checked by hand for unclear cases. Last 90 days shown.
Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year.
| Measure | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Typical day | ±$295 on $10,000 · ±3.0% | How much price usually moves either way. |
| Bad day | $710 loss on $10,000 · 7.1% | A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days. |
| Largest peak-to-trough drop in the past year | $5,637 loss on $10,000 · 56.4% | Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year. |
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement; 1.20 means about 20% more.
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement to the sector. This is secondary context.
Latest 30 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
Latest 252 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
20-trading-day average in US dollars.
Trading days used by the source risk snapshot.
Past results, not a forecast. Not investment advice.
Why it matters: Pankaj Malik's insights may guide Braze's finances. His updates might explain the company's growth plans.
Watch forPankaj Malik shares new financial plans that support growth goals.
Also watch forPankaj Malik's updates do not clearly explain the financial plans.
Why it matters: If Braze meets or beats its income goals, it shows they are making more money. This could help investors feel more confident.
Supportive ifNon-GAAP operating income meets or exceeds $18 million for Q2.
Worry ifNon-GAAP operating income falls below $17 million for Q2.
Why it matters: If Braze raises its revenue guidance above $220.5 million, it shows strong growth momentum. This could boost investor confidence.
Supportive ifRevenue guidance for Q2 fiscal 2027 exceeds $220.5 million.
Worry ifRevenue guidance for Q2 fiscal 2027 stays at or below $219.5 million.
Why it matters: Reaching this goal shows progress. It means making more money and being financially strong.
Supportive ifBraze reports non-GAAP operating income of $17 million or more for Q2.
Worry ifNon-GAAP operating income for Q2 is less than $17 million.
Why it matters: An increase in revenue guidance shows Braze's strong growth momentum. This could boost investor confidence.
Supportive ifManagement raises revenue guidance for fiscal year 2027 to more than $899 million.
Worry ifRevenue guidance remains unchanged or is lowered from the current range.
Why it matters: The CFO change may affect financial plans and investor trust. Stability is important.
Watch forA permanent CFO has been appointed.
Also watch forThe CFO remains in an interim role with no permanent appointment.
Why it matters: The CFO change could affect financial strategy and guidance. Investors will want to see stability.
Watch forManagement keeps or raises financial guidance after the CFO change.
Also watch forManagement lowers financial guidance or shows doubt after the CFO change.
Why it matters: The earnings call will provide insights into Braze's performance and future outlook. Key metrics will be discussed.
Watch forThe earnings call shows revenue growth over 30% year-over-year.
Also watch forEarnings call shows revenue growth below 27% year-over-year.