How Datadog Stock Slipped -30%
Between November 12, 2025, and February 10, 2026, Datadog (DDOG)’s stock plummeted 32%, not from slipping earnings but a sharp contraction in its P/E multiple. Despite solid Q3 and Q4 results, mounting AI disruption fears and analyst downgrades cast a heavy shadow. Let’s unpack the forces reshaping the outlook.
Below is an analytical breakdown of stock movement into key contributing metrics.
| 11122025 | 2102026 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock Price ($) | 190.9 | 129.7 | -32.1% |
| Change Contribution By: | |||
| Total Revenues ($ Mil) | 3,211.7 | 3,211.7 | 0.0% |
| Net Income Margin (%) | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.0% |
| P/E Multiple | 623.3 | 423.4 | -32.1% |
| Shares Outstanding (Mil) | 348.6 | 348.6 | 0.0% |
| Cumulative Contribution | -32.1% |
So what is happening here? The stock price decreased 32%, driven entirely by a 32% drop in the P/E multiple, while revenue and net margin stayed flat. Let’s explore the events behind these shifts.
Here Is Why Datadog Stock Moved
- Strong Q3 2025 Results: Datadog’s Q3 revenue of $886M beat estimates, and Q4 guidance was optimistic, boosting the stock.
- AI Disruption Fears: Fears of autonomous AI agents replacing traditional software led to a sector-wide sell-off.
- Analyst Target Cuts: Analysts like TD Cowen, Citigroup, and Wolfe Research reduced price targets for DDOG.
- OpenAI In-house Tools: Guggenheim downgraded DDOG citing OpenAI’s development of its own observability tools.
- Robust Q4 2025 Earnings: Q4 revenue of $953M and EPS of $0.59 beat estimates, with strong FY26 guidance.
Our Current Assesment Of DDOG Stock
Opinion: We currently find DDOG stock relatively expensive. Why so? Have a look at the full story. Read Buy or Sell DDOG Stock to see what drives our current opinion.
Risk: A good way to gauge risk with DDOG is to check its drops during major market shocks. During the Covid pandemic, it fell about 42% from peak to trough. The inflation shock hit even harder, with a 68% decline. These numbers show that even with positive factors, DDOG isn’t immune to steep sell-offs when markets turn. Solid fundamentals matter, but sharp downturns can still take a big toll.
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