Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues in Q3 were $152.2 million, up 10% year over year [18] - Subscription revenues were $133.4 million, up 11% year over year on a reported basis and 7% organically [18] - Non-GAAP operating income was $39.9 million, or 26% of total revenues, representing 600 basis points of operating margin expansion year over year and quarter over quarter [21] - Non-GAAP net income attributable to nCino in Q3 was $35.8 million, or $0.31 per diluted share [22] - Free cash flow generation is expected to be seasonally lower in the second half of the year, with a meaningful influx of cash anticipated in Q1 of fiscal 2027 [23] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - U.S. mortgage subscription revenues were $21.1 million, up 2% year over year [20] - Professional services revenues were $18.8 million, a decrease of 1% year over year [20] - Non-U.S. total revenues were $33.6 million, up 13% as reported and in constant currency [21] - Non-U.S. subscription revenues were $27.9 million, up 21% as reported and in constant currency [21] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company saw strong sales traction in the U.S. community market, with a $5.5 billion bank expanding its relationship with nCino [16] - In Japan, a major regional bank signed with nCino for mortgage lending, reinforcing opportunities in that market [17] - In EMEA, the Integration Gateway API Infrastructure solution was included in renewals with a $90 billion bank in the Czech Republic and a $9 billion credit union, resulting in ACV uplifts of 13% and 48% respectively [17] Company Strategy and Development Direction - nCino aims to leverage AI and automation to enhance operational efficiency and user experience for financial institutions [5][10] - The company is transitioning to platform pricing, with approximately 27% of ACV converted to this model, up from 21% last quarter [24] - The focus remains on driving adoption of AI capabilities and ensuring customers are comfortable with the technology [12][15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving sales and financial goals for fiscal 2026, citing strong demand across market segments [7][8] - The macro environment is seen as favorable, with banks increasing IT budgets and focusing on efficiency and modernization [46] - Management anticipates a spike in AI adoption as banks shift from understanding AI to deploying it quickly [85] Other Important Information - The company repurchased approximately 1.4 million shares at an average price of $27.71 per share, completing a $100 million buyback authorization [23] - The fiscal 2026 outlook for total revenues is now expected to be $591.9-$593.4 million, representing growth of approximately 10% at the midpoint [29] Q&A Session Summary Question: On margins and AI efficiencies - Management noted that they continue to see opportunities for further efficiency and are confident in hitting their Rule of 40 target [33][34] Question: Visibility into future subscription revenue - Management refrained from discussing next year's guidance but expressed confidence in the current sales activity and pipeline [37][39] Question: Demand from big customers and international markets - Management highlighted aggressive tech investments by banks, with a focus on efficiency and modernization driving demand [46] Question: Early renewals and their impact - Management indicated that early renewals are not surprising given the continuous innovation and value provided to customers [50] Question: Mortgage business outperformance - Management noted expansion in top 100 banks into mortgage and traction in the IMB space, contributing to outperformance [81][82]