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Why Oracle Stock Is Surging Today

Group 1 - Oracle's stock experienced significant gains, rising 4.6% during trading, with an earlier peak of 8.6%, amid a positive market environment [1] - The company's valuation increased following new guidance from management and positive analyst coverage, leading to a new all-time high in share price [1][3] - CEO Safra Catz reported strong performance in the 2026 fiscal year, with MultiCloud database revenue growing at over 100% and a new deal expected to generate over $30 billion in sales starting in the 2028 fiscal year [4] Group 2 - Stifel upgraded Oracle's stock rating from hold to buy, raising the one-year price target from $180 to $250, citing increased capital expenditures and performance obligations as indicators of success in cloud services [5] - Barclays also provided positive coverage, maintaining an overweight rating and a one-year price target of $221, suggesting that recent growth and contract news would alleviate investor concerns about meeting growth targets [6] - The strong rally in Oracle's stock indicates a new valuation high, with potential for long-term gains driven by cloud advancements [7]