Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Stocks Extend Advance on Bets for Robust Demand

  • A recent attack could be a ‘tipping point’ for more spending
  • Okta and Palo Alto Networks seen as potential winners
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Cybersecurity companies mostly rose on Monday, outperforming the broader market as a sprawling, recent cyber attack was seen as underlining the need for online protection services.

The breach is likely to lead to elevated spending on security, analysts wrote, suggesting a powerful and long-term demand tailwind for the sector.