Qualys, Inc. Hits Day Low of $85.14 Amid Price Pressure

Qualys, Inc., a small-cap player in the software products industry, has experienced significant volatility today, with the stock hitting an intraday low of USD 85.14. The company has seen a notable decline of -16.04% as of February 23, 2026, reflecting a challenging performance compared to the S&P 500, which has gained 0.69% on the same day. Over the past week, Qualys has dropped -17.41%, and its one-month performance shows a decrease of -32.72%. Year-to-date, the stock is down -34.8%, while its one-year performance stands at -36.38%. In contrast, the S&P 500 has shown a positive return of 12.95% over the same period. Despite these declines, Qualys maintains a strong management efficiency with a return on equity (ROE) of 35.89% and a low debt-to-equity ratio. The company has reported healthy long-term growth, with operating profit increasing at an annual rate of 18.15%. Additionally, Qualys has high institutional holdings at 100%, indicating strong backing from institutional investors.