Monday.com (MNDY) Slipped Following the Reduction in Revenue Guidance

Core Insights - Optimist Fund reported a return of +9.1% in Q3 2025, outperforming the benchmark return of 7.9% [1] - The fund is focusing on cyclical holdings that have been in multi-year downswings while also paying attention to developments in AI [1] Company Overview: Monday.com Ltd. (NASDAQ:MNDY) - Monday.com Ltd. develops software applications and work management tools, with a one-month return of 8.35% and a 52-week loss of 33.60% [2] - As of October 30, 2025, Monday.com Ltd. had a stock price of $198.90 and a market capitalization of $10.254 billion [2] Financial Performance - In August, Monday.com reported a revenue increase of 27% year-over-year and a free cash flow increase of 26% year-over-year [3] - The company made a modest adjustment to its second-half 2025 revenue guidance, reducing it by approximately $2.5 million, which is notable given its history of raising guidance at this time of year [3] Hedge Fund Interest - Monday.com Ltd. was held by 67 hedge fund portfolios at the end of Q2 2025, an increase from 64 in the previous quarter [4] - Despite its potential, the company is not considered among the top 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds, with some analysts suggesting that certain AI stocks may offer better upside potential and lower downside risk [4]