Guidewire Q1 Earnings Match Estimates, Revenues Increase Y/Y

Core Insights - Guidewire Software, Inc. (GWRE) reported non-GAAP earnings per share of 66 cents for Q1 fiscal 2026, reflecting a 53.5% year-over-year increase and aligning with Zacks Consensus Estimate [1] - The company achieved revenues of $332.6 million, a 26.5% year-over-year growth, surpassing Zacks Consensus Estimate by 4.9% and exceeding its own guidance of $315-$321 million [1][8] - Annual recurring revenues (ARR) as of October 31 were $1.063 billion, up 2.1% year over year, with expectations for ARR in fiscal 2026 to be between $1.22 billion and $1.23 billion [2] Revenue Performance - GWRE expects total revenues for fiscal 2026 to be between $1.403 billion and $1.419 billion, an increase from $1.202 billion in fiscal 2025, with previous guidance set at $1.385 billion to $1.405 billion [3] - Subscription revenues are forecasted at $891 million, while subscription and support revenues are expected to reach $948 million, with services revenues estimated at $245 million [3] Profitability Metrics - Non-GAAP operating income is projected to be between $266 million and $282 million, with cash flow from operations anticipated in the range of $355-$375 million [4] - Non-GAAP gross margin improved to 66% from 63.5% year over year, with the subscription and support segment's gross margin increasing to 73.2% from 70.3% [6] Segment Performance - Subscription and support segment revenues accounted for 66.8% of total revenues, soaring 31% year over year to $222.2 million [5] - License revenues increased by 12% year over year to $42 million, while services revenues jumped 23% year over year to $68.5 million [5] Financial Position - As of October 31, cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments totaled $1,409.3 million, down from $1,483.2 million as of July 31, 2025 [10] - The company reported a cash usage of $67.4 million from operations during the quarter, with free cash flow usage nearing $77.4 million [10] Future Outlook - For Q2 fiscal 2026, revenues are expected to be in the range of $339-$345 million, with non-GAAP operating income estimated between $68-$74 million [11]