Is BlackBerry (BB) a Buy Right Now?
A plain-English read on BlackBerry stock — what the chart and the numbers are saying today, with no jargon and no hype.
What this means, in plain English
BlackBerry is currently trading at $8.16. While the stock dropped 5.66% today, it remains above its 200-day average of $6.03. This 200-day average is a common tool used to see if a stock is in a long-term uptrend.
The RSI, or Relative Strength Index—a gauge of whether a stock has climbed too far, too fast—sits at 44.3. This suggests the stock is neither overbought nor oversold. With the price between the recent floor of $7.62 and the ceiling of $9.34, the data points toward a buy.
Should you buy BlackBerry stock?
The data supports a buy position because the price is holding above its long-term average. However, always remember that markets move quickly and no result is guaranteed. A buy decision here reflects the current upward trend rather than a promise of future gains.
Is BB a good stock for beginners?
BlackBerry can be volatile, meaning the price swings up and down quite often. With a P/E ratio of 81.6—a measure of how much you pay for each dollar of earnings—the stock is priced for high expectations. Beginners should be prepared for these price fluctuations.
What's driving BB right now
The current price of $8.16 is safely above the 200-day average of $6.03.
The stock experienced a single-day decline of 5.66%.
The price has established a recent support level at $7.62.
The P/E ratio of 81.6 indicates investors are paying a premium for current earnings.
What BlackBerry actually does
BlackBerry Limited provides intelligent software and services to enterprises and governments worldwide. The company operates through three segments: Secure Communications, QNX, and Licensing. The company offers BlackBerry Dynamics, a development platform and secure container for mobile applications; BlackBerry Workspaces a secure Enterprise File Sync and Share (EFSS) solution; BlackBerry Messenger (BBM) Enterprise, an enterprise-grade secure instant messaging solution for messaging, voice, and video; BlackBerry SecuSUITE, a multi-OS voice and text messaging solution; BlackBerry AtHoc, a secure networked critical event management solution; and BlackBerry unified endpoint management (UEM) solutions. It also provides BlackBerry Certicom, a patented elliptic curve cryptography, which provides device security, anti-counterfeiting, and product authentication solutions; BlackBerry Radar offers asset monitoring and telematics solutions for transportation and logistics; and BlackBerry Development Platform, an enterprise-grade toolset. In addition, the company offers enterprise consulting and engineering consulting services. Further, it is involved in patent licensing. The company was formerly known as Research In Motion Limited and changed its name to BlackBerry Limited in July 2013. BlackBerry Limited was incorporated in 1984 and is headquartered in Waterloo, Canada.
BlackBerry by the numbers
Who owns BlackBerry?
Institutions — pension funds, asset managers, index providers — hold 54.1% of BB, and the concentration matters: the largest single holder alone controls 6.49% of the company.
| Holder | Shares | % held |
|---|---|---|
| 38.08M | 6.49% | |
| 27.92M | 4.76% | |
| 20.07M | 3.42% |
Names withheld — plus 3 more records not shown.
See who owns itWhat BlackBerry insiders have been doing
Executives and directors must disclose their own trades in company stock. Of the last 6 disclosed transactions we hold for BlackBerry, 5 were sales and 0 were open-market purchases; the other 1 was awards, vesting or option exercises rather than a decision to buy or sell. Insiders sell for many ordinary reasons — scheduled plans, tax, diversification — so a sale is not by itself a signal.
| Insider | Date | Type | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-14 | SELL | 30.0K | $339.6K | |
| 2026-07-09 | SELL | 6.4K | $71.0K | |
| 2026-07-09 | SELL | 3.3K | $36.0K |
Names withheld — plus 3 more records not shown.
See which insidersThe numbers behind the read
BlackBerry is a buy based on its current trend above the 200-day average, though investors should watch the $7.62 support level closely.
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Beginner questions about BB
Should I buy BB stock?+
Based on the current trend remaining above the $6.03 average, the data indicates a buy signal at the $8.16 price point.
Is BB a good long-term investment?+
The stock is currently in an upward trend, staying above its 200-day average of $6.03, though the 52-week range shows it can fluctuate between $3.12 and $13.59.
Is BB a buy or a sell?+
The data currently points to a buy, as the price of $8.16 is supported by a 200-day average of $6.03.
Is BB overvalued?+
With a P/E ratio of 81.6, the market is placing a high value on the company's earnings relative to its current $8.16 share price.
Is BB a good stock for beginners?+
Beginners should note the high P/E ratio of 81.6 and the 5.66% daily price drop, which indicate that the stock can be quite volatile.
Important disclaimer
This page is for educational and informational purposes only and is not financial, investment, tax, or legal advice, nor a recommendation, offer, or solicitation to buy, sell, or hold BlackBerry (BB) or any other security. The Money GPS is not a registered investment adviser, broker-dealer, or financial planner, and no content here should be relied upon to make an investment decision.
The verdict, indicators, and commentary are generated automatically — in part using AI — from third-party market data (via Yahoo Finance) that may be delayed, incomplete, or inaccurate, and is provided “as is” without any warranty. Figures reflect the market as of 2026-08-28 and change constantly; the read above may already be out of date. A “Buy,” “Hold,” or “Be Careful” label is a simplified, rules-based signal for beginners — not a price target or a guarantee of any outcome.
All investing involves risk, including the possible loss of your entire principal. Past performance and historical patterns do not guarantee future results. Always do your own research and consult a licensed financial professional who knows your personal circumstances before investing. You are solely responsible for your own investment decisions. The Money GPS and its authors may hold positions in the securities discussed and accept no liability for any loss arising from the use of this information.