Freshworks (NasdaqGS:FRSH) 2025 Investor Day September 11, 2025 11:30 AM ET Company ParticipantsNone - Unknown Speaker 6Srini Raghavan - CPONone - Unknown Speaker 4None - Unknown Speaker 9None - Unknown Speaker 5None - Unknown Speaker 8None - Unknown Speaker 2None - Unknown Speaker 1None - Unknown Speaker 7Michelle Esgar - Head of Marketing and Customer ExperienceBrian Lan - Director of Investor RelationsMika Yamamoto - Chief Customer and Marketing OfficerTyler Sloat - COO and CFODennis Woodside - CEOVineet ...

Industry Overview - The Technology Services industry ranks within the top 40% of Zacks Ranked Industries and is expected to outperform the market over the next three to six months [1][8] - The industry is mature with strong demand for services, leading to significant growth in the first half of 2025, which is likely to continue in the second half [1][3] Market Trends - The global shift toward digitization is creating opportunities in markets such as 5G, blockchain, and artificial intelligence (AI) [3] - Companies are rapidly adopting generative AI, machine learning (ML), and data science to gain competitive advantages [3][4] - There is robust demand for multi-cloud-enabled software solutions as businesses transition from legacy platforms to modern cloud-based infrastructure [3] Company Highlights Coherent Corp. (COHR) - Coherent is positioned in the industrial, communications, electronics, and instrumentation markets, offering diversified applications [7] - Expected revenue and earnings growth rates for the current year are 11.5% and 29.3%, respectively, with a 4.1% improvement in the Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings over the last 30 days [9] Vimeo Inc. (VMEO) - Vimeo provides cloud-based video software solutions, including video hosting, management, and analytics [10][11] - Expected revenue and earnings growth rates for the next year are 6.2% and over 100%, respectively, with no change in the Zacks Consensus Estimate for next-year earnings over the last 60 days [12] Skillsoft Corp. (SKIL) - Skillsoft offers personalized learning experiences and operates in two segments: Talent Development Solutions and Global Knowledge [13][14] - Expected revenue and earnings growth rates for the current year are 1.2% and -157%, respectively, with a 54.8% improvement in the Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings over the last 60 days [15] Vontier Corp. (VNT) - Vontier focuses on transportation and mobility solutions, operating through three segments: Mobility Technologies, Repair Solutions, and Environmental and Fueling Solutions [16] - Expected revenue and earnings growth rates for the current year are 0.1% and 9%, respectively, with a 2.9% improvement in the Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings over the last seven days [17] SPX Technologies Inc. (SPXC) - SPX Technologies is a diversified supplier in the HVAC and detection and measurement markets, operating in two segments [18] - Expected revenue and earnings growth rates for the current year are 12.7% and 17%, respectively, with a 3.2% improvement in the Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings over the last seven days [19]

Industry Overview - The technology services industry is mature, with demand for services in good shape, and revenues, income, and cash flows are expected to gradually return to pre-pandemic levels, enabling stable dividends for most players [1] - The global shift toward digitization is creating opportunities in markets such as 5G, blockchain, and AI, with companies adopting generative AI, machine learning, and data science to gain competitive advantages [4] - The business software industry is benefiting from strong demand for multi-cloud-enabled software solutions as companies transition from legacy platforms to modern cloud-based infrastructure [4] Company Highlights AppLovin Corp. (APP) - AppLovin is a software-based platform for mobile app developers, enhancing marketing and monetization of apps [6] - The introduction of AI-powered AXON 2.0 technology and strategic expansion in gaming studios have significantly boosted revenue growth [7] - AppLovin's expected revenue and earnings growth rates for the current year are 16% and 84.8%, respectively, with a Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings improving by 0.1% in the last seven days [8] - The average short-term price target for AppLovin shares indicates a potential increase of 37% from the last closing price of $341.64, with a maximum upside of 90.3% [8] Duolingo Inc. (DUOL) - Duolingo operates as a mobile learning platform offering courses in 40 different languages and provides a digital language proficiency assessment exam [10] - The company utilizes AI applications to personalize and automate the learning process, with tools like Birdbrain analyzing real-time user performance [11] - Duolingo's expected revenue and earnings growth rates for the current year are 33.5% and 54.3%, respectively, with the Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings improving by 2.1% over the last 60 days [12] - The average short-term price target for Duolingo shares indicates a potential increase of 24% from the last closing price of $391.86, with a maximum upside of 53.1% [12]

Core Viewpoint - Pegasystems (PEGA) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy), indicating a positive outlook on its earnings estimates, which is a significant factor influencing stock prices [1][3]. Earnings Estimates and Stock Performance - The Zacks rating system emphasizes the correlation between changes in earnings estimates and stock price movements, making it a valuable tool for investors [2][4]. - For Pegasystems, the recent upgrade reflects an improvement in the company's underlying business, which is expected to drive stock price appreciation [5]. Earnings Estimate Revisions - Pegasystems is projected to earn $3.56 per share for the fiscal year ending December 2025, representing a year-over-year increase of 17.5% [8]. - Over the past three months, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for Pegasystems has risen by 21.6%, indicating a positive trend in earnings expectations [8]. Zacks Rank System - The Zacks Rank system categorizes stocks based on earnings estimate revisions, with Zacks Rank 1 stocks historically generating an average annual return of +25% since 1988 [7]. - Pegasystems' upgrade to Zacks Rank 1 places it in the top 5% of Zacks-covered stocks, suggesting potential for market-beating returns in the near term [10].