How to buy Crowdstrike shares in 2025
CrowdStrike ($CRWD) provides cloud-based cybersecurity solutions, specialising in endpoint protection, threat intelligence and incident response to prevent cyberattacks across organisations globally.👉 Read on to learn about Crowdstrike and how to buy $CRWD shares in a few easy steps.
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How to buy Crowdstrike stock in 5 steps
When investing in shares - whether CRWD or otherwise - it’s important to consider your financial position, investing goals and risk tolerance. Before making any investment decision, it’s wise to consider your current circumstances and consult with a financial planner or advisor. If you decide that investing in Crowdstrike is right for you, then consider the following steps.
1. Open an investing account
To buy Crowdstrike stock in Australia, you’ll need to sign up to an investing platform with access to the U.S. share market. Stake offers seamless access to 12,000+ stocks and ETFs across the U.S. and Australian markets, including CRWD.
2. Fund your account
Once you’ve opened an account, you’ll need to deposit funds to allow you to buy CRWD shares. With Stake, you can deposit via bank transfer, debit/credit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or set up a recurring deposit using PayTo.
3. Search for Crowdstrike or CRWD
Find your prospective investment by searching the name or ticker symbol of the company. If you’re using Stake, you can easily search on our web trading platform or the Stake app.
4. Place an order for CRWD shares
The next step is to place an order for the number of Crowdstrike shares you’d like to buy. Be sure to check the market is open and ensure the order type and volume align with your investment plan.
5. Monitor your investment
Once your order executes, you should keep an eye on the company’s performance and monitor the performance of your portfolio. Check regularly to ensure your investment is aligned with your financial goals.
Put it on repeat?
If you intend to regularly purchase CRWD shares, you could consider setting up a recurring investment. On Stake, you can set up a consistent purchase order for Crowdstrike shares which may be useful if you’re thinking of investing in the company over the long term.
Crowdstrike company overview
CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. is a cybersecurity company that offers cloud-native protection for endpoints, workloads and identities, focusing on preventing breaches and safeguarding data. Founded in 2011, the company's flagship product, the Falcon platform, uses artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and behavioral analytics to detect and mitigate cybersecurity threats in real time. CrowdStrike’s solutions are designed to be lightweight, highly effective and scalable across any network, providing businesses with comprehensive visibility into their security posture and enabling quick responses to cyber threats. The company's vision is to revolutionise cybersecurity by leveraging cloud-based technology to provide proactive and effective security solutions. By delivering advanced protection and visibility into cyber risks, CrowdStrike aims to help organizations stop breaches, improve their security defenses and drive digital transformation safely.
Crowdstrike share price performance
The Crowdstrike share price was US$332.53 (+6.47%) as of market close.
Key metrics for Crowdstrike
Get a breakdown of Crowdstrike’s financial metrics.
| Latest market close | US$332.53 |
| Market capitalisation | US$82.43B |
| PE Ratio | 0.00 |
| Earnings per share | US$-0.08 |
| Day change | +6.47% |
| 52-week high | US$455.59 |
| 52-week low | US$200.81 |
Data updated as of March 15, 2025.
Schedule a recurring investment in Crowdstrike
Put your favourites on repeat - like Crowdstrike - with a recurring investment on Stake. It’s a great way to build towards long-term goals and a convenient method to stay consistent with your investing habits.
You’re always in control, it’s easy to hit pause or skip a scheduled order.
What is the Crowdstrike price target?
The average price target for CRWD is US$426.08 across 27 combined analyst ratings.
The suggestion is to BUY with 93% of analysts suggesting to buy, 7% suggest hold and 0% suggest sell.
Analyst ratings and price targets are provided for informational purposes by our market data partner, Benzinga, and do not constitute a recommendation to make an investment decision. Future forecasts are not a reliable indicator of future performance.
How to sell Crowdstrike shares?
The process of selling Crowdstrike shares on Stake is similar to purchasing them. If you already own CRWD shares on the platform and looking to sell, follow these steps:
- Open Stake, head to your Holdings and find Crowdstrike
- Select Sell
- Choose the order type, number of shares/dollar value and the desired price (if applicable)
- Review your Sell order
- Follow the prompts to submit your order
Watch this video to see just how simple it is to buy and sell shares on Stake.
Is it a good time to buy Crowdstrike shares?
Like any investment, Crowdstrike may be a suitable option for some, but not for others. It’s important to understand that investing in any financial instrument comes with a certain level of risk.
You should always conduct your own research and consider your personal financial circumstances before buying $CRWD shares. When researching, consider the company’s financial health, future prospects, current market conditions and whether or not it aligns with your investment strategy.
What are some similar stocks to CRWD?
Palo Alto Networks, Inc. ($PANW): Palo Alto Networks is a global leader in cybersecurity, offering network security, cloud security and endpoint protection solutions, similar to CrowdStrike's focus on preventing and responding to cyber threats. Zscaler, Inc. ($ZS): Zscaler provides cloud security services with a focus on secure access for enterprise users and devices to applications and data, operating in a similar space as CrowdStrike with its emphasis on cloud-based cybersecurity solutions. Fortinet, Inc. ($FTNT): Fortinet delivers network security solutions, including firewalls, endpoint security and cybersecurity services, competing with CrowdStrike by offering comprehensive threat protection for networks, endpoints and cloud environments.
What are some ETFs that hold CRWD?
iShares Cybersecurity and Tech ETF ($IHAK): IHAK focuses on companies involved in cybersecurity and technology, with CrowdStrike among its significant holdings, alongside other industry players like Palo Alto Networks and Fortinet. Global X Cybersecurity ETF ($BUG): BUG tracks a portfolio of companies engaged in the cybersecurity industry, including CrowdStrike as a top holding, providing exposure to firms that develop solutions to protect against online threats and breaches. First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF ($CIBR): CIBR targets cybersecurity companies listed on the Nasdaq, holding CrowdStrike as one of its key positions, along with other companies like Zscaler and Okta, focusing on the evolving landscape of digital security.
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Crowdstrike Common Questions
- Sign up to Stake on desktop or via the Stake app
- Activate Stake wall-st
- Deposit funds via bank transfer, credit/debit card, Apple Pay/Google Pay or PayTo
- Place a buy order for Crowdstrike
- Monitor your investment
Fractional shares allow U.S. investors to purchase a portion of a share in lieu of an entire stock. This can be advantageous for some investors who seek to hold a company in their portfolio but don’t want to pay for a full share.
So, in the case of Crowdstrike, you could buy in with as little as US$10 instead of paying for a full share which was valued at US$354.04 at last market close.
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