Deutsche Bank has upgraded Sea Ltd (SE) to a Buy rating from Hold, effective November 11, 2025. This move underscores a more optimistic view on the company's future prospects.
Sea Ltd, a Singapore-based internet and mobile platform company, operates in the retail industry and employs approximately 80,700 full-time staff. The company engages in online gaming services and runs three core businesses: e-commerce through Shopee, digital financial services via SeaMoney, and digital entertainment via Garena. As of November 8, 2025, Sea Ltd has a market capitalization of $90.9 billion and a trailing P/E ratio of 76.07, with an EPS of $1.90.
The upgrade reflects improved fundamentals, potentially better-than-expected business performance, or increased confidence in Sea Ltd's strategic direction. Analyst ratings, while informative, are based on research and financial models that may not always align with actual outcomes. Thus, investment decisions should incorporate various factors, including company fundamentals, competitive positioning, and industry trends.
Looking ahead, Sea Ltd is set to announce its upcoming earnings on August 9, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $1.22 and projected revenue of $6.7 billion. This announcement will provide further insights into the company's financial health and market positioning.
As of November 1, 2025, the analyst consensus for Sea Ltd stands at 13 Strong Buy, 21 Buy, 5 Hold, 1 Sell, and no Strong Sell ratings, indicating a generally favorable outlook among analysts.
Such decisions reflect the dynamic nature of market sentiment, where analyst ratings can shift as new information becomes available. Investors are encouraged to consider a comprehensive range of factors when evaluating their investment strategies.