Bakkt Price Target Raised to $40 Despite Recent 170% Surge

  • Bakkt (BKKT) experienced a 170% increase in two weeks, with a price target raised by Benchmark from $13 to $40.
  • The stock is currently trading at around $26, with a valuation of 9.9 times the estimated 2026 EBITDA, which is lower compared to peers like Coinbase (24.1x), Robinhood (45.5x), and Circle (49.9x).
  • Benchmark views Bakkt as undervalued due to its growth potential, focusing on crypto infrastructure, stablecoin payments, and a bitcoin treasury strategy.
  • Under CEO Akshay Naheta, Bakkt has sold its custody division and is exiting its legacy loyalty business, aiming for profitability by early 2026.
  • Fintech veteran Mike Alfred joined Bakkt’s board, bringing expertise in financial services and digital infrastructure.