F5(US:FFIV) Prnewswire·2025-11-05 13:41Core Viewpoint - F5, Inc. experienced a significant decline in share price following disappointing Q4 2025 results and guidance, attributed in part to a cybersecurity breach discovered in August 2025 [1][5][6]. Financial Performance - F5 reported Q4 and FY 2025 results, with a revenue growth guidance for 2026 projected at only 0% to 4%, a stark contrast to the 10% growth in 2025 [5]. - The share price fell by $22.83 (-7.8%) on October 28, 2025, resulting in a loss of over $1.3 billion in shareholder value [1][6]. Cybersecurity Incident - The company disclosed on October 15, 2025, that a sophisticated nation-state threat actor had maintained long-term access to its systems, leading to a share price drop of $47.82 (-13.9%) over two trading days [4][6]. - The investigation by Hagens Berman focuses on the timing and adequacy of F5's disclosures regarding the cybersecurity incident and its impact on business operations [2][3][7]. Market Reaction - The market reacted negatively to the news of the cybersecurity breach and subsequent financial guidance, indicating potential delays in customer approvals and projects [6][5]. - Hagens Berman has initiated an investigation into whether F5 timely reported the breach to investors, urging affected shareholders to come forward [2][7].