Teradata (TDC) Q2 Cloud ARR Jumps 17%

Core Insights - Teradata reported mixed results for Q2 2025, with growth in public cloud annual recurring revenue (ARR) but declines in overall revenue and profitability [1][6][9] Financial Performance - Public cloud ARR increased by 17% year over year to $634 million, representing approximately 42.6% of total ARR [5][10] - Total revenue reached $408 million, exceeding analyst estimates of $399.65 million, but down 6.4% from $436 million in Q2 2024 [2][6] - Non-GAAP EPS was $0.47, surpassing the consensus estimate of $0.40, but down 26.6% from $0.64 in the prior year [2][6] - Non-GAAP operating margin fell to 16.4%, down from 22.0% in the prior-year period [2][7] - Free cash flow remained flat at $39 million, consistent with the previous year [2][7] Business Strategy - Teradata's strategy focuses on accelerating the shift to cloud-based recurring revenue, emphasizing hybrid cloud and AI capabilities, strategic partnerships, and R&D investment [4][8] - The company is investing in extending VantageCloud's support for vector data and enhancing partnerships with technology providers like Nvidia and Anaconda [8] Future Outlook - Management expects recurring revenue to decline between 4% and 6% year over year in constant currency for Q3 and fiscal 2025, with total revenue projected to decrease by 5% to 7% [9][10] - Public cloud ARR is anticipated to grow between 14% and 18% year over year in constant currency for fiscal 2025 [9] - Monitoring of consulting services revenue is critical, as further declines could exacerbate margin pressures [10]