Morgan Stanley Rates Arista Networks (ANET) buy

Morgan Stanley maintains a buy rating and raises the price target for Arista Networks to $190, a 13.09% upside from the current price.

By EarningsIQ Research Desk · Published Jun 12, 2026, 9:11 PM EDT · Updated Jun 17, 2026, 2:01 PM EDT

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Morgan Stanley rated Arista Networks, Inc. ($ANET) "buy" with a $190 price target on June 12, 2026.

Since the rating, $ANET is up 6.9% after 1 week, up 11.0% after 1 month and up 8.4% to date (from the $163.24 close on Jun 12, 2026).

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Key Points

Morgan Stanley reiterated its buy rating on Arista Networks, Inc. (NYSE: ANET) with a new price target of $190, while shares currently trade at $168.01.
Morgan Stanley's $190 price target implies 13.09% upside from Arista Networks, Inc.'s ($ANET) current $168.01 share price.
Arista Networks has a market cap of about $234 billion and a P/E ratio of 58.54, reflecting its strong growth potential in the technology sector.
The stock has received a consensus recommendation of 'strong buy' from 29 analysts, with a mean price target of $245.14.

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Analysts Set New Price Targets

Morgan Stanley reiterated its buy rating on Arista Networks, Inc. (NYSE: ANET) on June 12, 2026, raising the price target to $190 from a prior target of $190. Currently, shares are priced at $168.01.

How This Call Compares With Wall Street

This reaffirmation comes as part of a broader trend among analysts showing confidence in Arista Networks. Other firms have also recently made notable moves: Citigroup maintains a buy rating with a target of $248, while Barclays keeps an overweight rating with a target of $289. Deutsche Bank has initiated coverage with a buy rating and a target of $220. These ratings reflect a strong consensus around the stock's potential in the market.

How Arista Networks, Inc. Stock Has Traded

Arista Networks' shares are currently trading below their 52-week high of $217.41, which suggests a potential upside based on the latest analyst targets. The stock has experienced volatility, but it remains an attractive option in the technology sector, especially given its significant growth prospects.

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What Arista Networks, Inc. Does

Arista Networks develops networking solutions focused on data-driven, client-to-cloud capabilities. Its products serve various industries, including cloud service providers and financial services. With a strong market presence, the company is well-positioned for future growth.

What's Ahead for Arista Networks, Inc.

Investors should watch for Arista's next earnings report on November 3, 2026, to gauge its performance and growth trajectory. The recent analyst ratings reflect a positive outlook, but keep in mind that the latest Morgan Stanley rating reflects holdings as of June 12, 2026, and may not represent the current position.