Why Braze Stock Soared This Week

Salesforce agreed to acquire customer engagement software provider Braze for $5.66 billion at $47.50 per share in cash, representing a 58% premium over its pre-announcement price. The stock surged 56.3% following the announcement. However, analysts suggest current investors should cash out now rather than hold for deal closure in 2027, as the <4% upside from current levels offers minimal returns comparable to money market rates while carrying deal completion risk.