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    Alex Sklar

    Research Analyst at Raymond James & Associates, Inc.

    Alex Sklar is an Equity Research Analyst at Raymond James & Associates, Inc., specializing in technology and healthcare sector coverage. He has provided analysis and recommendations on public companies such as Guidewire Software, Vertex, Intapp, Nerdy, BlackLine, Workiva, Weave Communications, OnCino, and Karooooo, achieving an average return of 22.61% and a success rate of 57.69% with a MarketBeat analyst ranking in the upper percentiles. Sklar joined Raymond James in 2021, following graduation from Emory University in 2008, and brings a strong background in financial modeling and investment banking. He holds professional securities credentials and is recognized for rigorous equity analysis and valuation expertise.

    Alex Sklar's questions to Karooooo (KARO) leadership

    Alex Sklar's questions to Karooooo (KARO) leadership • Q1 2026

    Question

    Alex Sklar of Raymond James inquired about the progress of hiring plans in Southeast Asia, future sales productivity, the margin impact of cross-selling, and the potential to increase ownership in Karoo Logistics.

    Answer

    CEO Isaias Jose Calisto confirmed that Southeast Asia hiring is on target and that they expect to deliver increased productivity. He clarified that ARPU growth from cross-selling is aimed at increasing absolute profit, not profit margins, due to associated costs. He also confirmed the company has an option to increase its stake in Karoo Logistics starting February 2026, which will be evaluated then.

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    Alex Sklar's questions to WORKIVA (WK) leadership

    Alex Sklar's questions to WORKIVA (WK) leadership • Q1 2025

    Question

    John Messina, on for Alex Sklar, asked if the macro environment was leading to more single-solution deals instead of platform sales and inquired about the expected cadence of margin improvement to reach medium-term targets.

    Answer

    CEO Julie Iskow asserted that the platform is a key differentiator in the current environment, as customers prioritize efficiency and solution consolidation. CFO Jill Klindt noted that the guidance implies significant margin improvement in the second half of 2025 and that while the ramp to 2027 targets may not be linear, they are operating to execute on that path.

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