Duolingo Stock Rises Amid Broader Tech Sell-Off and Analyst Concerns

Duolingo (DUOL) shares rose 3.10% to $120.52, outperforming the broader market decline (S&P 500 down 1.28%), despite KeyBanc maintaining a Sector Weight rating.

• KeyBanc cited concerns regarding growth deceleration and the CFO transition, even as the company reports strong metrics, including 72% gross margins and 40% YoY revenue growth.
• The company is scheduled to report Q4 earnings on February 26, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $0.79.
• The stock's positive performance today occurred without major news and aligns with broader tech rotation, while the current Zacks consensus stands at Rank #4 (Sell).