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Apr 30
Crowdstrike Q1 2026 Earnings Report
CrowdStrike reported strong Q1 2026 results with record ARR, robust Falcon Flex momentum, and a $1B share buyback announcement.
Key Takeaways
CrowdStrike delivered solid Q1 results with revenue of $1.10B and strong ARR growth to $4.44B, despite a GAAP net loss. The company posted record cash from operations and reaffirmed confidence in long-term growth with a new share repurchase plan.
ARR grew to $4.44 billion with $193.8 million net new ARR added.
Total revenue reached $1.10 billion, driven by 20% subscription growth.
Non-GAAP EPS was $0.73; GAAP EPS showed a loss of $0.44.
CrowdStrike authorized a $1 billion share repurchase program.
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CrowdStrike expects continued revenue and profitability growth in Q2 and FY26, with significant Falcon Flex pipeline momentum and improving margins.
Positive Outlook
- Q2 FY26 revenue projected at $1.1447B–$1.1516B.
- Non-GAAP income from operations for Q2 expected to be $226.9M–$233.1M.
- Full-year revenue forecast raised to $4.7435B–$4.8055B.
- Non-GAAP EPS forecast for Q2 is $0.82–$0.84.
- Strong ARR growth and Falcon Flex expansions support second-half reacceleration.
Challenges Ahead
- GAAP net loss continues amid rising operating expenses.
- Lower non-GAAP subscription gross margin YoY (80% vs. 81%).
- Free cash flow declined YoY ($279M vs. $322M).
- Higher R&D and G&A expenses due to strategic initiatives and July 19 incident costs.
- Some performance metrics (e.g. net income, EPS) slightly trailed last year’s non-GAAP figures.
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