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Applovin Corp (APP) Balance Sheet Resilience Review

Mar 17, 2026Equity Analysis

Is the market paying too much for this balance sheet today?

Trailing P/E
45.86
Price
453.3
ROE
249.2
Gross Margin
86.48

Company Overview

Applovin Corp is a US-based technology company listed on the NASDAQ Global Market. It provides software solutions that help mobile app developers grow and monetize their products. The company integrates marketing automation with analytics tools to optimize app performance. Its market capitalization is approximately USD 153 billion, supported by 337 million shares outstanding.

Analysis of recent data

Fundamentals

Applovin reported USD figures for 2025 showing revenue of USD 5.48 billion, EBIT of USD 4.15 billion, and net income of USD 3.43 billion. The financials are presented in USD units, and revenue grew 16% year over year, indicating strong top-line momentum.

Profitability metrics remain exceptional, with gross margin at 86.48%, operating margin at 68.47%, and net profit margin at 57.42%. Return on equity reached 249.2%, reflecting high efficiency but also potential leverage effects.

Cash stood at USD 2.49 billion against total debt of USD 3.51 billion, resulting in net debt of roughly USD 1.03 billion. Depreciation and amortization were USD 195 million, while capital expenditure was not provided, leaving some uncertainty about reinvestment needs.

The free‑cash‑flow proxy excluding working capital was USD 3.83 billion, suggesting strong internal cash generation. However, a beta of 2.52 indicates elevated volatility relative to the broader market.

Valuation

DCF / Multiples

At a current share price of USD 453.3, the stock trades well above the DCF‑implied range, indicating limited margin of safety. The DCF results suggest that the market price embeds aggressive expectations for future performance.

With a trailing P/E of 45.86 and a gross margin of 86.48%, investors appear to be paying a premium for profitability and growth consistency. The valuation implies confidence in sustained earnings power despite balance‑sheet leverage and high beta risk.

Conclusion

Takeaway

Applovin shows impressive profitability and cash generation. The balance sheet is solid but carries moderate net debt. Market optimism seems to have pushed the price beyond conservative fair value estimates. Waiting for a more favorable entry point could be prudent.

Disclaimer
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
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Current score-0.82Negative = market trades above fair value
1-day move-0.13Rising score = improving valuation conditions
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Latest observation03 June 2026The latest weighted reading suggests that the market is trading above DCF-based intrinsic value in aggregate.
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