Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Subscription revenue grew 20% year over year, while total revenue increased by 17% year over year, exceeding the high end of guidance [6][37] - Operating margin for Q1 was 2.4%, slightly ahead of guidance, with gross margin improving by 100 basis points to 79% [38][39] - The number of customers reached 6,385, an increase of 311 from the previous year, with a gross retention rate of 97% and a net retention rate of 110% [40] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The number of contracts valued over $100,000 increased by 23%, contracts over $300,000 rose by 32%, and those over $500,000 also increased by 32% compared to Q1 2024 [8][41] - Professional services revenue remained flat at $21 million, with higher XBRL services offset by a decline in setup and consulting services [37] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company noted a more cautious buying environment towards the end of Q1, influenced by regulatory uncertainties and macroeconomic conditions [9][34] - Demand for sustainability solutions remained strong, with significant multi-six figure deals in Europe despite the cautious environment [50][52] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company remains focused on long-term growth strategy and productivity initiatives, emphasizing the importance of its platform for customer outcomes [9][34] - The company is committed to product innovation, having launched new capabilities for SEC reporting and a fund reporting solution for public funds [31][33] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the long-term market opportunity despite a cautious buying environment, reaffirming the full-year revenue guidance [34][72] - The company highlighted the importance of sustainability reporting as a growing market, driven by both regulatory requirements and corporate performance needs [27][50] Other Important Information - The company has a cash position of $767 million as of March 31, 2025, with a share repurchase program in place [42] - The guidance for Q2 2025 expects total revenue between $208 million and $210 million, with subscription revenue growth projected at approximately 20% [43][44] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance and cautious buying environment - Management maintained the full-year revenue guidance despite a cautious buying environment, citing strong Q1 performance and confidence in long-term market opportunities [47][48] Question: Demand for ESG and sustainability solutions - Demand for sustainability solutions has continued to grow, with clarity from recent EU legislation expected to drive further opportunities [49][51] Question: Impact of market volatility on capital markets - The outlook for capital markets remains consistent, with no changes expected in contributions from this segment [85] Question: Changes in customer spending behavior - Management noted that while there is a cautious environment, demand across all solutions remains strong, with no specific verticals or regions showing significant weakness [79][80] Question: Pricing philosophy - The company focuses on providing value and expanding accounts rather than solely increasing prices, maintaining a customer-centric approach [81][82]