Datadog, Inc. (DDOG) Factsheet
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Datadog, Inc. (DDOG) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2025-11-07. Data as of Q2 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 0.3%. FCF margin 29.8%. D/E 0.2x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-07.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 0.3% | Below expectations |
| FCF Margin | 29.8% | Strong cash generation |
| Debt/Equity | 0.2x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 0.3% — Bottom 50% of sector peers. FCF margin 29.8% — Top 25%.
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Profitability: Datadog, Inc. earns 0.3% ROIC, Bottom 50% in Technology
ROIC TTM 0.3%, sector median 3.9%, Bottom 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 0.4% × asset turnover 0.6x. Gross margin 79.5%. Operating margin 0.4%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-07.
| Metric | DDOG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 0.3% | Red flag | Below sector median of 3.9% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 4.8% | Warning | Moderate equity returns |
| Gross Margin | 79.5% | Excellent | Strong pricing power |
| Operating Margin | 0.4% | Warning | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: Datadog, Inc. generates $1.2B FCF at 29.8% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $1.2B. FCF margin 29.8%, Top 25%. OCF/Net income 6.9x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-07.
| Metric | DDOG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 29.8% | Excellent | Excellent cash conversion |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $1.2B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 6.9x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: Datadog, Inc. at 0.2x leverage
Debt/Equity 0.2x. Net cash $4.0B. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-07.
| Metric | DDOG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.2x | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| Net Cash Position | $4.0B | Excellent | Net cash positive |
Valuation: Datadog, Inc. trades at 517.8x earnings
P/E 517.8x. EV/Sales 12.3x. FCF yield 1.3%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-07.
| Metric | DDOG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 517.8x | Warning | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 12.3x | Warning | Growth premium priced in |
| FCF Yield | 1.3% | Warning | Lower cash yield |
Capital Allocation: Datadog, Inc. returns 0.0% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 0.0%. Capital returned $0 TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-07.
| Metric | DDOG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 0.0% | Warning | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $0 | Adequate | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 0.3% | Bottom 50% | 0.1x below |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 29.8% | Top 25% | 3.5x above |
| Gross Margin | 79.5% | Top 25% | 1.6x above |
| Operating Margin | 0.4% | Bottom 50% | 0.1x below |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 4.8% | Bottom 50% | 0.9x below |
| P/E Ratio | 517.8x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | DDOG | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 0.3% | Red flag | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 3.9%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 29.8% | Excellent | Top 25% of sector (median: 8.5%) |
| Gross Margin | 79.5% | Excellent | Top 25% of sector (median: 50.6%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 22.6% | Excellent | Conservative capital structure |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 517.8x | Warning | High expectations priced in |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 1.3% | Warning | Growth-focused valuation |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Datadog, Inc.'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
Datadog, Inc. (DDOG) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 0.3%. Sector median 3.9%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-07.
Q: What is Datadog, Inc.'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
Datadog, Inc. (DDOG) has a free cash flow margin of 29.8%, generating $1.2 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-07.
Q: What is Datadog, Inc.'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
Datadog, Inc. (DDOG) trades at a P/E ratio of 517.8x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 12.3x. FCF yield 1.3%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-07.
Q: What is Datadog, Inc.'s revenue and earnings growth?
Datadog, Inc. (DDOG) grew revenue by 31.5% year-over-year. EPS +40.2% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-07.
Q: How does Datadog, Inc. compare to competitors in Technology?
Compared to other companies in Technology, Datadog, Inc. (DDOG) shows: ROIC 0.3%, sector median 3.9% (Bottom 50%). FCF margin 29.8%, sector median 8.5% (Top 25%). Gross margin 79.5%, 28.9pp above sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Technology companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with Datadog, Inc.?
No quantitative warning flags fired for Datadog, Inc. (DDOG) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-07.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2025-11-07. TTM metrics as of Q2 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.