8 Best Small-Cap Stocks Ready to Explode According to Analysts

4. Coursera, Inc. (NYSE:COUR)

Upside Potential as of May 21st: 93.74%

Market Cap: $1.36 billion

Launched in 2012, Coursera, Inc. (NYSE:COUR) is one of the largest online learning platforms in the world, featuring courses, degrees, certificate programs, and tutorials in a wide range of subjects. Shares of COUR were held by 25 hedge funds at the end of Q4 2023, with Marshall Wace LLP holding the largest stake of over 2.5 million shares, valued at around $35.08 million.

Coursera reported a total revenue of $169.1 million for Q1 2024, up 15% from $147.6 million a year ago. Meanwhile, the company’s net loss was $21.3 million, compared to a net loss of $32.4 million the year before. COUR’s reported operating cash flow in the quarter ending March 31st 2024 was $24.5 million, compared to $4.7 million in the same quarter last year. It also had a free cash flow of $18.1 million, against $0.9 million a year ago. Analysts have maintained a Moderate Buy position on stocks of Coursera, with an average price target of $16.7, representing an upside potential of 93.74%.

Coursera, Inc. (NYSE:COUR) is placed among the Top Small Cap Stocks Ready to Explode.