10 Stocks Targeted by Activist Investors Right Now

4. Starboard Value LP at the Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK)

Market Cap: $53.14 Billion

Starboard Value’s Equity Stake: $500 Million

Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) is one of the top 10 stocks targeted by activist investors right now as Starboard Value continues to mount pressure after a $500 million stake purchase. With the investment, the activist investor is pushing for changes in the design software maker, believing Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) has what it takes to improve its margins.

The activist hedge fund is pushing for board changes and has also held discussions with management to discuss ways to enhance operations and corporate governance. The investor has also criticized management over the recent handling and disclosures of internal investigations that led to the ouster of the chief financial officer. The activist investor believes management changes could help improve margin and investor relations, bolstering Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) ‘s value.