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Instructure Holdings Inc is an education technology company dedicated towards helping everyone learn together. it amplify the power of teaching and elevate the learning process, directing to improved student outcomes. The company's learning platform is an open, extendable, configurable, and highly integrated set of solutions designed to meet the teaching and learning needs of every K-12, Higher Education and Continuing Education institution and includes the Canvas LMS, Canvas Studio, Canvas Catalog, Mastery Assessment, Canvas Credentials, Canvas Student Pathways, Canvas Network, Impact, Elevate Data Sync, Elevate Data Quality, Elevate Standards Alignment. They operate in a single operating segment which is cloud-based learning management, assessment and performance systems.

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KKR to buy Instructure Holdings for $4.8 billion in cash. KKR also made other major deals recently.

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Reuters reported that KKR and Francisco Partners are competing to acquire the company.

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Instructure Holdings shares are up more than 7%, adding to gains of nearly 24% over the last month. The stock began moving higher in early May after the company reported first-quarter financial results and issued upbeat guidance for the second quarter.

Instructure Holdings Stock Is Rising: What&#39;s Going On?

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Baird analyst Joe Vruwink maintains Instructure Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $23 to $24.

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Baird Maintains Neutral on Instructure Hldgs, Raises Price Target to $24

Raymond James analyst Brian Peterson downgrades Instructure Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>) from Outperform to Market Perform.

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Raymond James Downgrades Instructure Hldgs to Market Perform

In the last three months, 6 analysts have published ratings on Instructure Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">4</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $28.37, a high estimate of $32.00, and a low estimate of $23.60. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 12.71% lower than the prior average price target of $32.50. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1722254441_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
The standing of Instructure Hldgs among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Terry Tillman</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$23.60</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Steven Enders</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$23.60</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Matt VanVliet</td>
<td>BTIG</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$27.00</td>
<td>$34.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Ryan MacDonald</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Ryan MacDonald</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Ryan MacDonald</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Instructure Hldgs. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Instructure Hldgs compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Instructure Hldgs's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Instructure Hldgs's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/INST/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Instructure Hldgs analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Instructure Hldgs's Background</h2>
Instructure Holdings Inc is an education technology company dedicated towards helping everyone learn together. it amplify the power of teaching and elevate the learning process, directing to improved student outcomes. The company's learning platform is an open, extendable, configurable, and highly integrated set of solutions designed to meet the teaching and learning needs of every K-12, Higher Education and Continuing Education institution and includes the Canvas LMS, Canvas Studio, Canvas Catalog, Mastery Assessment, Canvas Credentials, Canvas Student Pathways, Canvas Network, Impact, Elevate Data Sync, Elevate Data Quality, Elevate Standards Alignment. They operate in a single operating segment which is cloud-based learning management, assessment and performance systems.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Instructure Hldgs's Journey</h3>
Market Capitalization: Exceeding industry standards, the company's market capitalization places it above industry average in size relative to peers. This emphasizes its significant scale and robust market position.
Revenue Growth: Instructure Hldgs's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 31 March, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 20.65%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -13.59%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Instructure Hldgs's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of -1.65%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Instructure Hldgs's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.85%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Instructure Hldgs's debt-to-equity ratio stands notably higher than the industry average, reaching 0.91. This indicates a heavier reliance on borrowed funds, raising concerns about financial leverage.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Breaking Down Instructure Hldgs: 6 Analysts Share Their Views

Truist Securities analyst Terry Tillman downgrades Instructure Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>) from Buy to Hold and lowers the price target from $35 to $23.6.

Truist Securities Downgrades Instructure Hldgs to Hold, Lowers Price Target to $23.6

BTIG analyst Matt VanVliet downgrades Instructure Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>) from Buy to Neutral.

BTIG Downgrades Instructure Hldgs to Neutral

Citigroup analyst Steven Enders downgrades Instructure Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>) from Buy to Neutral and lowers the price target from $30 to $23.6.

Citigroup Downgrades Instructure Hldgs to Neutral, Lowers Price Target to $23.6

KKR &amp; Co. Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KKR#NYSE">KKR</a>) managed investment funds inked a deal to acquire Instructure Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>) for $23.60 per share in a $4.8 billion all-cash deal.
The purchase price of $23.60 per share is a 16% premium over Instructure&#8217;s unaffected share price of $20.27 on May 17, 2024, the last trading day before news of the potential transaction, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/07/n39957498/instructure-to-be-acquired-by-kkr-for-4-8-billion">per a statement released yesterday.</a>
Instructure provides learning management and education-tech solutions that supports 200 million learners in over 100 countries. With over 1,000 partners, it aims to reach $1 billion in revenue by 2028.
Webster Chua, Partner at KKR, said, &#8220;Instructure has evolved into an expansive platform focused on delivering strong student outcomes under Thoma Bravo&#8217;s stewardship. We look forward to working with Steve and the Instructure management team to accelerate growth and continue scaling its global portfolio of products.&#8221;
KKR, with participation from Dragoneer Investment Group, will acquire all outstanding shares, including those shares owned by Instructure&#8217;s existing majority owner, Thoma Bravo, which took the company public in 2021.
Brian Jaffee, a Partner at Thoma Bravo, said, &#8220;Since our initial investment four and a half years ago, it&#8217;s been an incredible journey supporting such an important company in the global education technology market. Instructure has evolved into a true platform technology provider and we look forward to watching the KKR team build on the company&#8217;s impressive foundation in the years to come.&#8221;
The Instructure Board of Directors has unanimously approved the transaction, which is expected to close later this year, pending customary conditions and regulatory approvals.
The deal also requires written consent from stockholders holding a majority of Instructure&#8217;s voting securities; no further stockholder action will be needed once this consent is delivered.
After the transaction, Instructure&#8217;s common stock will be delisted from the New York Stock Exchange, and the company will become privately held while remaining headquartered in Salt Lake City.
As of the first quarter, KKR&#8217;s cash and Investments totaled $14.6 <a target="_blank" href="https://ir.kkr.com/app/uploads/2024/05/KKR-Q124-Earnings-Release.pdf" rel="noreferrer noopener">billion</a>.
Yesterday, the company disclosed that its investment funds acquired Marmic Fire &amp; Safety, a top provider of fire equipment inspection, testing, and maintenance services,<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/07/b39943465/kkr-acquires-marmic-fire-safety" rel="noreferrer noopener"> from HGGC for an undisclosed amount</a>.
Also Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/39939133" rel="noreferrer noopener">T-Mobile Dials Up A Major Broadband Expansion: Teams With KKR To Acquire Metronet</a>
KKR stock has gained around&nbsp;92%&nbsp;in the last 12 months. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;FM Focus Equity ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FMCX#NYSE">FMCX</a>) and&nbsp;EA Series&nbsp;Trust WHITEWOLF Publicly Listed Private Equity ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LBO#BATS">LBO</a>).
KKR will release its second-quarter 2024 financial <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">results on July 31, 2024</a>.
Price Action: KKR shares closed higher by 0.85% at $116.71 on Thursday.
Disclaimer: This content was partially produced with the help of AI tools and was reviewed and published by Benzinga editors.
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Needham analyst Ryan MacDonald downgrades Instructure Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>) from Buy to Hold.

Needham Downgrades Instructure Hldgs to Hold

William Blair analyst Stephen Sheldon downgrades Instructure Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>) from Outperform to Market Perform.

William Blair Downgrades Instructure Hldgs to Market Perform

Instructure shareholders to receive $23.60 per share in cash; Instructure to become a privately held company upon completion of the transaction
SALT LAKE CITY, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Instructure Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>) ("Instructure"), a leading learning ecosystem, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by investment funds managed by KKR, a leading global investment firm, for $23.60 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at an enterprise value of approximately $4.8 billion. The per-share purchase price represents a premium of 16 percent over Instructure's unaffected share price of $20.27 as of May 17, 2024, the last trading day prior to media reports regarding a potential transaction.&nbsp; KKR, with participation from Dragoneer Investment Group, will acquire all outstanding shares, including those shares owned by Instructure's existing majority owner, Thoma Bravo, a leading software investment firm, which took the company public in 2021.

Instructure To Be Acquired By KKR For $4.8B, Or $23.60 Per Share In An All-Cash Transaction

BTIG analyst Matt VanVliet maintains Instructure Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $34 to $27.

BTIG Maintains Buy on Instructure Hldgs, Lowers Price Target to $27

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4 analysts have shared their evaluations of Instructure Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
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<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $31.0, with a high estimate of $32.00 and a low estimate of $28.00. Highlighting a 2.36% decrease, the current average has fallen from the previous average price target of $31.75. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1720728065_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Instructure Hldgs is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
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<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Ryan MacDonald</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan MacDonald</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Ryan MacDonald</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
<td>$32.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Josh Baer</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Instructure Hldgs. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Instructure Hldgs compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Delving into movements, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Instructure Hldgs's stock. This analysis reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Instructure Hldgs's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/INST/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Instructure Hldgs analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Instructure Hldgs</h2>
Instructure Holdings Inc is an education technology company dedicated towards helping everyone learn together. it amplify the power of teaching and elevate the learning process, directing to improved student outcomes. The company's learning platform is an open, extendable, configurable, and highly integrated set of solutions designed to meet the teaching and learning needs of every K-12, Higher Education and Continuing Education institution and includes the Canvas LMS, Canvas Studio, Canvas Catalog, Mastery Assessment, Canvas Credentials, Canvas Student Pathways, Canvas Network, Impact, Elevate Data Sync, Elevate Data Quality, Elevate Standards Alignment. They operate in a single operating segment which is cloud-based learning management, assessment and performance systems.
<h3>Instructure Hldgs's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Instructure Hldgs's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 20.65% as of 31 March, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -13.59%, the company may need to address challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Instructure Hldgs's ROE is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -1.65%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.85%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 0.91, Instructure Hldgs faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: What Are They?</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

What 4 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Instructure Hldgs

Needham analyst Ryan MacDonald reiterates Instructure Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>) with a Buy and maintains $32 price target.

Reiteration

Needham Reiterates Buy on Instructure Hldgs, Maintains $32 Price Target

Instructure Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>) stock is trading higher Friday after Reuters reported that KKR and Francisco Partners are competing to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/wiim/24/07/39645296/instructure-shares-are-trading-higher-after-reuters-reported-that-kkr-and-francisco-partners-are-com">acquire the company</a>.
What To Know: Even though there is no certainty that a sale will go through, the two firms are reportedly competing to buy the education software company.
Both KKR and Francisco Partners are anticipated to submit finding offers next week. Thoma Bravo, the private equity firm with 83% stake in the company, may not agree to sell Instructure. 
Reuters reported that all companies involved declined to comment on the matter.
How To Buy Instructure Stock
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For example, in Instructure Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>)'s case, it is in the Information Technology sector. An ETF will likely hold shares in many liquid and large companies that help track that sector, allowing an investor to gain exposure to the trends within that segment.
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INST Price Action: At the time of publication, Instructure stock is trading 6.23% higher at $23.90 per data from <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Instructure shares are trading higher after Reuters reported that KKR and Francisco Partners are competing to acquire the company.

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Reuters Reported Late Wednesday That KKR And Francisco Partners Are Competing To Acquire Instructure

Shares of education technology firm Instructure Holdings Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>) are trading higher Tuesday on above-average volume despite a lack of company-specific news. Here&#8217;s a look at <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/INST">what&#8217;s going on</a>.
What To Know: Instructure Holdings shares were up more than 6% at one point Tuesday afternoon, adding to gains of nearly 24% over the last month. The stock began moving higher in early May after the company reported first-quarter financial results and issued upbeat guidance for the second quarter.
The momentum picked up in mid-May after Reuters reported that private equity firm Thoma Bravo was exploring a sale of the company. 
Thoma Bravo took Instructure private in 2020 for $2 billion. The private equity firm then returned Instructure to public markets a year later via an initial public offering at $20 per share. Instructure shares have underperformed the S&amp;P 500 significantly since that time. Thoma Bravo currently owns 83% of Instructure Holdings. 
Instructure CFO Peter Walker also spoke at the Baird Global Consumer, Technology &amp; Services&nbsp;Conference last week and provided medium-term financial targets, which could be adding fuel to some of the recent momentum.
Walker reportedly said the company&#8217;s Core Products are expected to grow between 5% and 10% annually, while its Growth Products are expected to grow at a clip of 10% to 15%. Overall organic growth is projected at 9% to 11% over the medium-term.
Instructure Holdings&#8217; average session volume is about 290,000, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>. Tuesday&#8217;s session volume had exceeded 1 million at the time of writing.
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INST Price Action: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/INST" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instructure shares</a> closed 4.6% higher at $23.86 on Tuesday, per <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Instructure Holdings Stock Is Rising: What's Going On?

Instructure Holdings Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INST#NYSE">INST</a>) shares are moving higher Monday following reports suggesting Thoma Bravo is exploring a sale of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/05/38921633/overseas-shipholding-micron-squarespace-incyte-and-other-big-stocks-moving-higher-on-monday">education technology company</a>.
What Happened: On Friday, Reuters reported that private equity firm Thoma Bravo is exploring a sale of Instructure Holdings. Thoma Bravo owns 83% of the education software provider. 
Instructure Holdings shares jumped in early trading Monday and have continued to trend higher. Instructure Holdings had a market cap of $2.96 billion as of Friday&#8217;s close, per <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>. 
People familiar with the matter reportedly said Thoma Bravo has tapped JP Morgan Chase &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) to get a feel for the level of interest of potential buyers, including buyout firms.
Instructure provides software to schools, colleges and universities, featuring its flagship learning management system Canvas. The Salt Lake City-based company has over 8,000 customers in more than 100 countries.
Thoma Bravo took Instructure private in 2020 for $2 billion. The private equity firm then returned Instructure to public markets a year later via an initial public offering at $20 per share. Instructure shares have traded relatively flat since that time, underperforming the S&amp;P 500 by a wide margin. 
Instructure reported financial results for the first quarter near the beginning of the month. The company delivered revenue growth of 20.7% on a year-over-year basis, but missed earnings estimates for the quarter. As of March 31, Instructure had $89.3 million in cash and cash equivalents and $1.173 billion in debt.
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INST Price Action: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/INST">Instructure shares</a> were up 8.78% at $22.05 at the time of publication, according to <a href="http://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Photo: courtesy of Instructure Holdings.

Instructure Holdings Stock Jumps On Report Thoma Bravo Is Exploring Sale: The Details

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Private equity firm Thoma Bravo is exploring a sale of Instructure <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/companies/INST.N">(INST.N), opens new tab</a>, a U.S. education software provider with a market value of $3 billion, people familiar with the matter said on Friday.
Thoma Bravo, which holds an 83% stake in the company, has tapped JPMorgan Chase <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/companies/JPM.N">(JPM.N), opens new tab</a> to gauge the interest of potential buyers that include other buyout firms, the sources said.
The sources cautioned no deal is certain and requested anonymity because the matter is confidential.
Thoma Bravo, Instructure and JPMorgan did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
Shares in Instructure, which carried debt of close to $1.2 billion at the end of March, jumped 9% to $22 in afterhours trading in New York on the news.
Based in Salt Lake City, Instructure provides software to schools, colleges and universities. It has over 8,000 customers in more than 100 countries.
The company's flagship learning management system is called Canvas and competes with programs such as Google Classroom, Blackboard Learn and Schoology.
Thoma Bravo took Instructure private in 2020 for $2 billion before returning it to the stock market a year later through an initial public offering. Instructure's shares are still hovering around their $20 IPO price three years later, as a boom the company enjoyed from spending on remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic fizzled when competition from rivals intensified.
Earlier this year, Instructure completed the acquisition of academic credential management platform Parchment for $835 million.
PowerSchool Holdings, another educational software vendor with a market value of $4 billion, <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/bain-capital-talks-buy-education-software-provider-powerschool-source-says-2024-05-08/">is also exploring a sale</a> and is in talks with private equity firms.

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INST Alert: Monsey Firm of Wohl & Fruchter Investigating Fairness of the Sale of Instructure Holdings to KKR

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