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Neutral 50 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:50Neutral
Price Target:
$53.00
▲(1287.43% Upside)
The score is held back primarily by weak financial performance (very small revenue base, deeply negative margins, and ongoing cash burn with stressed profitability metrics). Offsetting this, technical indicators show strong bullish momentum and recent corporate actions improved liquidity/debt profile while advancing partnerships and licensing, but valuation remains difficult to support with negative earnings and no dividend.
Positive Factors
International Licensing Expansion
Exclusive licensing and equity stake in a new South Africa entity gives BNAI non-dilutive-like revenue via licensing and a 35% revenue share. That expands addressable markets in regulated, sovereignty-sensitive regions and creates durable recurring revenue streams and local scale.
Healthcare Vertical and Partnerships
Strategic healthcare partnerships and a vendor services deal for pharma embed BNAI into regulated, higher‑margin use cases. Recurring license fees and pilots across large patient populations create stickier customer relationships and higher barriers to competition over the medium term.
Improved Liquidity and Capital Structure
Recent warrant exercises, loan repayments, and a structured private placement materially bolstered cash and reduced legacy liabilities. Strengthened liquidity and a clarified capital structure improve runway and financial flexibility to pursue product commercialization and strategic growth.
Negative Factors
Deeply Negative Margins
Severely negative gross and net margins indicate current unit economics are unsustainable. Until gross margins recover, scaling revenue will amplify losses, making durable profitability unlikely without fundamental product pricing, cost structure, or mix changes.
Persistent Cash Burn
Material negative operating and free cash flows, though improved versus prior year, still require ongoing external funding. Persistent cash burn constrains reinvestment in sales, R&D, and client deployment, and limits the firm's ability to self-fund sustained growth initiatives.
Dependence on External Financing / Dilution Risk
The company has relied on warrant exercises, debt conversions and private placements to shore up liquidity. This structural financing dependence increases dilution risk, can depress shareholder returns, and signals limited internal cash generation until margins and cash flow turn positive.

Brand Engagement Network (BNAI) vs. SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY)

Brand Engagement Network Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionBrand Engagement Network, Inc. engages in the provision of conversational artificial intelligence assistants with the purpose of transforming engagement and analytics for businesses through security-focused, multimodal communication and human-like artificial intelligence assistants. The firm is also involved in delivering highly personalized, multi-modal artificial intelligence engagement with a focus on industries where there is a massive workforce gap and an opportunity to transform how consumers engage with networks, providers, and brands. The company is headquartered in Jackson, WY.
How the Company Makes MoneyBNAI generates revenue through multiple streams, including service fees from digital marketing campaigns, subscription models for its analytics platform, and commissions from influencer partnerships. The company charges clients based on project scope, performance metrics, and ongoing retainer agreements for long-term engagement. Additionally, BNAI has established significant partnerships with major social media platforms and marketing technology providers, allowing them to offer exclusive tools and insights that enhance their service offerings. These partnerships not only increase their service value but also create opportunities for cross-promotional efforts, further contributing to the company's earnings.

Brand Engagement Network Earnings Call Summary

Earnings Call Date:Oct 14, 2025
(Q2-2025)
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Next Earnings Date:Mar 26, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Neutral
The earnings call presented a mixed picture with significant cost reductions and improved net income, indicating financial stabilization. However, revenue generation remains minimal, primarily driven by pilot programs, and there were administrative delays in filing. The company is focusing on strategic partnerships and market expansions, though the financial impact of these initiatives is not yet fully realized.
Q2-2025 Updates
Positive Updates
Significant Expense Reduction
Operating expenses decreased by 55.6% to $2.8 million for the quarter, down from $6.3 million in the same quarter of 2024, driven by streamlined operations and strategic cost optimization.
Positive Net Income
The company reported a net income of $900,000 in Q2 2025 compared to a net loss of $3 million in Q2 2024, indicating improved financial performance.
Stockholders' Equity Increase
Stockholders' equity increased by 126% to $5.9 million, from $2.6 million at the end of 2024, reflecting improved financial health.
Global Partnership with Swiss Life
Entered a global partnership with Swiss Life, enhancing the company's position in the international market.
Successful Entry into Emerging Markets
Strategic inroads made in emerging markets like Mexico, aligning with data sovereignty priorities and positioning for potential expansion.
Negative Updates
Delayed Q2 10-Q Filing
The Q2 10-Q filing was delayed, although it was stated as not being due to negative financial performance.
Minimal Revenue Generation
Revenue was reported at $5,000 in Q2 2025, reflecting early traction but still indicating minimal financial returns.
Pilot Program Revenue Uncertainty
The $5,000 revenue was attributed to a pilot program in Armenia, raising questions about the scalability and long-term revenue potential.
Company Guidance
During the Brand Engagement Network Inc.'s Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call, acting CEO Tyler Luck emphasized strategic initiatives to strengthen the company's foundation, including a 55.6% reduction in operating expenses to $2.8 million from $6.3 million in the same quarter of 2024. The company reported $5,000 in revenue for Q2 2025, marking a significant improvement from no revenue in Q2 2024, primarily attributed to pilot programs like the one in Armenia's hospitality sector. Additionally, Walid Khiari noted a gain on debt extinguishment of $4 million, contributing to a net income of $900,000 compared to a net loss of $3 million in the previous year. Stockholders' equity increased by 126% to $5.9 million, reflecting improved financial health. The company is focused on scaling revenue growth, particularly in regulated industries, and is leveraging strategic partnerships and AI solutions for future expansion. Upcoming events include the next earnings call on November 4, 2025, and the Annual Shareholder Meeting on November 26, 2025.

Brand Engagement Network Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Financial statement quality is weak: revenue is still extremely small, gross profit is negative (about -36.9% gross margin), and losses are very large (TTM net margin ~-308%). Cash burn remains material (TTM operating cash flow -$7.7M; FCF -$8.4M) despite improvement vs 2024, and leverage is elevated for the current earnings profile (debt-to-equity ~1.19) with sharply negative ROE.
Income Statement
8
Very Negative
Revenue remains extremely small, despite improvement in TTM (Trailing-Twelve-Months) growth (+15.6%) and modest 2024 growth (+1.8%). Profitability is the key issue: TTM shows deeply negative gross profit (gross margin ~-36.9%) and very large operating and net losses (net margin ~-308%), following similarly heavy losses in 2024. Overall, the company shows early-stage revenue traction but no clear path to sustainable margins yet.
Balance Sheet
28
Negative
Leverage is elevated for the current earnings profile, with debt-to-equity around ~1.19 in TTM (Trailing-Twelve-Months) (and ~1.25 in 2024). Equity is positive, but returns on equity are sharply negative (TTM ROE ~-6.1; 2024 ~-12.7), reflecting ongoing losses. The balance sheet is not highly levered in absolute terms, but it is meaningfully stressed relative to the company’s weak profitability.
Cash Flow
12
Very Negative
Cash burn is persistent: TTM (Trailing-Twelve-Months) operating cash flow is -$7.7M and free cash flow is -$8.4M, improving versus 2024 (operating cash flow -$14.9M; free cash flow -$15.2M) but still materially negative. Free cash flow declined versus the prior period (TTM free cash flow growth about -24%), and cash generation does not currently support the income statement or reduce financing needs. The trend is slightly better year-over-year, but the business remains reliant on external capital.
BreakdownTTMDec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue75.12K99.79K35.21K15.64K7.41K
Gross Profit-2.77M99.79K35.21K15.64K7.41K
EBITDA-18.07M-30.78M-11.04M-1.15M-819.77K
Net Income-23.15M-33.72M-11.73M-676.04K-820.07K
Balance Sheet
Total Assets16.37M18.15M22.01M314.19M310.70M
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments102.72K149.27K1.69M212.61K861.47K
Total Debt4.11M3.30M1.39M0.000.00
Total Liabilities12.92M15.51M4.31M16.44M20.15M
Stockholders Equity3.45M2.64M17.69M297.75M290.55M
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow-8.37M-15.20M-6.27M-648.87K-1.65M
Operating Cash Flow-7.72M-14.92M-5.77M-648.87K-1.65M
Investing Cash Flow-649.89K-281.39K-1.14M0.00-309.45M
Financing Cash Flow8.40M13.67M8.59M0.00311.96M

Brand Engagement Network Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Positive
Last Price3.82
Price Trends
50DMA
8.06
Positive
100DMA
6.07
Positive
200DMA
4.73
Positive
Market Momentum
MACD
12.46
Negative
RSI
73.69
Negative
STOCH
68.39
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For BNAI, the sentiment is Positive. The current price of 3.82 is below the 20-day moving average (MA) of 16.00, below the 50-day MA of 8.06, and below the 200-day MA of 4.73, indicating a bullish trend. The MACD of 12.46 indicates Negative momentum. The RSI at 73.69 is Negative, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 68.39 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Positive sentiment for BNAI.

Brand Engagement Network Risk Analysis

Brand Engagement Network disclosed 56 risk factors in its most recent earnings report. Brand Engagement Network reported the most risks in the "Finance & Corporate" category.
Finance & Corporate - Financial and accounting risks. Risks related to the execution of corporate activity and strategy
Latest Risks Added 0 New Risks

Brand Engagement Network Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (61)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
61
Neutral
$37.18B12.37-10.20%1.83%8.50%-7.62%
50
Neutral
$282.75M-9.06-218.30%-24.72%53.60%
49
Neutral
$10.38M-3.22-25.73%0.16%-36.86%
44
Neutral
$11.83M-2.75-93.31%68.56%89.48%
43
Neutral
$7.11M-0.12-993.23%-44.25%82.71%
42
Neutral
$16.92M-0.77-103.97%
41
Neutral
$15.31M>-0.01-415.08%16.50%
* Technology Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
BNAI
Brand Engagement Network
52.63
48.98
1341.92%
BLIN
Bridgeline Digital
0.83
-0.98
-54.14%
CETX
Cemtrex
1.67
-37.93
-95.78%
DTSS
Datasea
1.23
-0.77
-38.50%
RVYL
Ryvyl
6.39
-35.96
-84.91%
MSAI
Multisensor AI Holdings
0.30
-1.02
-77.48%

Brand Engagement Network Corporate Events

Business Operations and StrategyPrivate Placements and Financing
Brand Engagement Network Bolsters Liquidity with Private Placement
Positive
Jan 30, 2026

On January 29 and 30, 2026, Brand Engagement Network, Inc. executed a series of balance-sheet strengthening transactions, including the completion of cash warrant exercises that generated $818,302.70 in gross proceeds and the full repayment of $640,332.46 in outstanding loans, most of which related to obligations with Hana Bank in South Korea under a 2023 asset purchase agreement. Separately, the company entered into a $1.518 million private placement with Ben Capital Fund I, LLC for 24,000 common shares at $63.25 each—priced at a premium to its January 29 closing price and structured without warrant coverage—with the investment funded in three tranches through March 25, 2026, moves that collectively bolster BEN’s liquidity, reduce legacy debt and enhance its financial flexibility as it pursues its strategic objectives in the enterprise AI sector.

The most recent analyst rating on (BNAI) stock is a Hold with a $50.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Brand Engagement Network stock, see the BNAI Stock Forecast page.

Private Placements and Financing
Brand Engagement Network Raises Capital via Warrant Exercises
Neutral
Jan 29, 2026

On January 28, 2026, Brand Engagement Network, Inc. issued 48,702 shares of its common stock upon the exercise of previously issued and registered warrants, generating $1,315,974 in cash proceeds at exercise prices ranging from $25.00 to $37.00 per share. The transaction modestly increased the company’s share count, bringing total outstanding common stock to an estimated 5,827,216 shares and leaving the public float at approximately 3,129,047 shares, reflecting incremental equity financing and a slight dilution for existing shareholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (BNAI) stock is a Hold with a $54.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Brand Engagement Network stock, see the BNAI Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyPrivate Placements and FinancingStock Split
Brand Engagement Network reduces debt via equity issuance
Positive
Jan 28, 2026

On January 27, 2026, Brand Engagement Network issued 93,313 shares of common stock through warrant and equity incentive exercises and the conversion of $737,500 in outstanding debt, generating $1,456,332 in cash proceeds and reducing leverage while bringing total shares outstanding to an estimated 5.78 million and public float to about 3.13 million. The company also detailed the impact of its 1-for-10 reverse stock split that took effect on December 12, 2025, noting that its public warrants now carry a $115 exercise price with roughly 1.64 million warrants outstanding, and indicated that full exercise of these instruments could provide about $189.1 million in gross proceeds as it works with exchanges and brokerages to update market systems, moves that collectively strengthen its balance sheet and clarify its capital structure for investors.

The most recent analyst rating on (BNAI) stock is a Hold with a $63.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Brand Engagement Network stock, see the BNAI Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyPrivate Placements and FinancingStock Split
Brand Engagement Network simplifies capital structure with warrant actions
Positive
Jan 28, 2026

On January 27, 2026, Brand Engagement Network issued 93,313 shares of common stock through warrant and equity incentive exercises and the conversion of $737,500 of outstanding debt, generating $1,456,332 in cash proceeds and reducing leverage while modestly increasing its share count to an estimated 5.78 million shares outstanding. The company also detailed post–reverse split adjustments to its public warrants following a 1-for-10 split effective December 12, 2025, with 1,644,096 warrants now exercisable at $115 per share and representing potential gross proceeds of about $189.1 million if fully exercised, while it works with Nasdaq and brokerages to correct remaining system discrepancies, a move that clarifies its capital structure and underscores its focus on disciplined balance-sheet management as it pursues its growth strategy.

The most recent analyst rating on (BNAI) stock is a Hold with a $63.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Brand Engagement Network stock, see the BNAI Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyExecutive/Board ChangesPrivate Placements and Financing
Brand Engagement Network expands AI licensing into Africa
Positive
Jan 21, 2026

On January 20, 2026, Brand Engagement Network finalized a strategic licensing and investment deal with Valio Technologies and a new South Africa–based entity that brings BEN a $2.05 million preferred equity contribution booked as intellectual property licensing revenue, a 25% equity stake and board seat in the new venture, and a 35% revenue share on software, SaaS, services, and subscription sales. The agreement grants the new entity exclusive, perpetual rights to deploy BEN’s AI technology across African government and private-sector markets, reinforcing BEN’s push into sovereignty-aligned, regulated AI and marking its second major international licensing arrangement after its Latin American partnership. As part of the expansion, BEN and Valio signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Nelson Mandela University to pilot a governed, institution-approved AI mental health support system for students, aiming to extend confidential, culturally relevant assistance within a secure, closed environment, which underscores BEN’s strategy of coupling commercial scale with real-world, regulated deployments and may deepen its positioning in healthcare and higher-education use cases across the continent.

The most recent analyst rating on (BNAI) stock is a Hold with a $6.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Brand Engagement Network stock, see the BNAI Stock Forecast page.

Delistings and Listing ChangesRegulatory Filings and Compliance
Brand Engagement Network Regains Compliance With Nasdaq Listing
Positive
Dec 31, 2025

On December 31, 2025, Brand Engagement Network Inc. announced it had regained compliance with Nasdaq’s minimum bid price requirement for continued listing of its common stock, after previously being notified on December 30, 2024 that it was out of compliance. Nasdaq confirmed that from December 12 to December 30, 2025, the company’s shares closed at or above $1.00 for 12 consecutive business days, resolving the listing deficiency and closing the matter, which stabilizes the firm’s Nasdaq listing status and averts potential delisting risk for shareholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (BNAI) stock is a Hold with a $2.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Brand Engagement Network stock, see the BNAI Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyFinancial Disclosures
Brand Engagement Network inks AI pharma services deal
Positive
Dec 29, 2025

On December 19, 2025, Brand Engagement Network entered into a Vendor Services Project Agreement with a leading global advertising and communications agency to develop a custom AI engagement communication solution for an established prescription drug marketed by a top-10 global pharmaceutical company, whose identity remains confidential. Under the deal, BEN expects to recognize $250,000 in development revenue in the fourth quarter of 2025 from two statements of work, with recurring license fees anticipated to begin in the first quarter of 2026 once the solution is implemented and deployed, adding a new revenue stream and deepening its presence in the healthcare vertical. The company said this agreement, when combined with its exclusive Latin American licensing partnership and its Skye Salud AI healthcare platform initiative in Mexico, is expected to bolster its fourth-quarter 2025 results and underscores growing adoption of its secure AI technology by pharma manufacturers, healthcare providers, and patients in both the U.S. and Mexico.

The most recent analyst rating on (BNAI) stock is a Hold with a $1.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Brand Engagement Network stock, see the BNAI Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyPrivate Placements and Financing
Brand Engagement Network Reduces Debt Through Equity Conversions
Positive
Dec 22, 2025

In the fourth quarter of 2025, Brand Engagement Network, Inc. moved aggressively to strengthen its balance sheet, converting multiple tranches of debt and short-term liabilities into equity and settling vendor obligations. On December 20, 2025, several long-term investors converted a total of $1,250,004 in loans and other liabilities into common stock at $2.10 per share, with certain investors also receiving short-dated warrants, and these issuances were executed under private placement exemptions. This transaction followed a previously announced December 18, 2025 conversion of $504,684 of affiliate debt into equity at the same price per share, alongside a $250,010 reduction in accounts payable and full satisfaction of more than $487,306 in vendor-related obligations. Altogether, these actions reduced Brand Engagement Network’s outstanding liabilities by approximately $2,492,004 in the quarter, a move the company says enhances its capital structure and provides greater long-term operational and strategic flexibility for stakeholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (BNAI) stock is a Hold with a $1.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Brand Engagement Network stock, see the BNAI Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyFinancial DisclosuresPrivate Placements and Financing
Brand Engagement Network reduces liabilities via debt conversion
Positive
Dec 18, 2025

On December 17, 2025, long-term investor BEN Capital Fund One LLC converted $504,684 of matured debt into Brand Engagement Network equity at $2.10 per share, fully satisfying the related principal, accrued interest, and loan fees under certain promissory notes. In parallel, the company negotiated additional reductions in liabilities, including more than $250,010 in accounts payable and the full settlement of vendor-related obligations exceeding $487,306, bringing total liability reductions to over $1.24 million and significantly strengthening its balance sheet and financial flexibility for stakeholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (BNAI) stock is a Hold with a $2.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Brand Engagement Network stock, see the BNAI Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and Strategy
Brand Engagement Network Forms Strategic Healthcare Partnership
Positive
Dec 11, 2025

On December 11, 2025, Brand Engagement Network, Inc. announced the formation of Skye Salud, a strategic partnership with Skye Inteligencia LATAM and KNOBLOCH Information Group, aimed at modernizing Mexico’s healthcare system using sovereign AI. This initiative addresses critical challenges in Mexico’s healthcare, such as chronic disease management and outdated record systems, by introducing a secure, Spanish-language platform designed to enhance clinical workflows and patient safety. The partnership leverages KNOBLOCH’s extensive pharmaceutical data and BEN’s AI technology, promising significant improvements in healthcare delivery and access for over 130 million people. The project is set to begin pilot programs in Q1 2026, with a broader rollout planned, marking a significant step towards digital health modernization in Mexico.

The most recent analyst rating on (BNAI) stock is a Hold with a $0.28 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Brand Engagement Network stock, see the BNAI Stock Forecast page.

Shareholder MeetingsStock Split
Brand Engagement Network Approves Quorum Reduction Amendment
Neutral
Nov 28, 2025

On November 26, 2025, Brand Engagement Network Inc. held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders where the Board of Directors approved an amendment to reduce the quorum requirement for stockholder meetings from a majority to one-third of the shares entitled to vote, aligning with NASDAQ and SEC regulations. During the meeting, stockholders elected two Class I directors, ratified the selection of L.J. Soldinger Associates, LLC as the independent auditor for 2025, and approved a proposal for a reverse stock split, allowing the Board to determine the exact ratio within a specified range.

The most recent analyst rating on (BNAI) stock is a Hold with a $0.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Brand Engagement Network stock, see the BNAI Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and Strategy
Brand Engagement Network Partners with SKYE LATAM
Positive
Nov 10, 2025

On October 30, 2025, Brand Engagement Network, Inc. (BEN) finalized a strategic partnership with SKYE Inteligencia LATAM to commercialize its AI technology in Latin America and Spain. The agreement grants SKYE LATAM exclusive reseller rights in the government sector and non-exclusive rights in other industries, with BEN receiving a 35% revenue share. This partnership is expected to enhance BEN’s presence in regulated markets, leveraging its AI solutions to meet local data sovereignty mandates and drive digital transformation across the region.

The most recent analyst rating on (BNAI) stock is a Hold with a $0.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Brand Engagement Network stock, see the BNAI Stock Forecast page.

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This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Jan 30, 2026