AppFolio: Buying This Dip, Even With Increased Concern

  • AppFolio reported disappointing Q1 results, raising concerns about achieving its full-year guidance despite reiterating it, causing a significant stock pullback. The company's valuation remains high, but it operates above the Rule of 40 level, presenting a potential rebound opportunity if Q2 execution improves. Key risks include further lackluster performance and increasing competition from players like Doorloop and Yardi, which could compress valuation multiples.