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Nov 30, 2021

Progress Software Q4 2021 Earnings Report

Progress Software's Q4 2021 earnings significantly surpassed guidance, driven by the successful integration of Kemp and overall strong financial performance.

Key Takeaways

Progress Software reported a strong Q4 2021, with revenue of $140.1 million, a 14% increase year-over-year, and non-GAAP EPS of $0.92, a 1% increase year-over-year. The company's performance significantly exceeded guidance, driven by the acquisition of Kemp and strong financial results.

Revenue reached $140.1 million, reflecting a 14% year-over-year increase.

Non-GAAP revenue was $143.7 million, up 11% year-over-year.

ARR increased by 12% year-over-year, reaching $486 million.

Non-GAAP diluted earnings per share increased to $0.92, up 1% year-over-year.

Total Revenue
$144M
Previous year: $129M
+11.4%
EPS
$0.92
Previous year: $0.91
+1.1%
Gross Profit
$119M
Previous year: $104M
+14.3%
Cash and Equivalents
$157M
Previous year: $106M
+48.5%
Free Cash Flow
$42M
Previous year: $39.7M
+5.9%
Total Assets
$1.36B
Previous year: $1.04B
+30.9%

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Forward Guidance

Progress provided guidance for the fiscal year ending November 30, 2022, projecting GAAP revenue between $597 million and $607 million and non-GAAP revenue between $605 million and $615 million. They also expect GAAP diluted earnings per share between $1.93 and $2.03 and non-GAAP diluted earnings per share between $3.95 and $4.05.

Positive Outlook

  • Projected GAAP revenue between $597 million and $607 million.
  • Projected non-GAAP revenue between $605 million and $615 million.
  • Expected GAAP diluted earnings per share between $1.93 and $2.03.
  • Expected non-GAAP diluted earnings per share between $3.95 and $4.05.
  • Anticipated cash from operations (GAAP) / Adjusted free cash flow (Non-GAAP) between $188 million and $193 million / $185 million and $190 million.

Challenges Ahead

  • Expected negative currency translation impact on GAAP and non-GAAP revenue of approximately $7.5 million.
  • Expected negative currency translation impact on GAAP and non-GAAP diluted earnings per share of approximately $0.03.
  • Potential for delays or size reductions in transactions.
  • Possible fluctuations in currency exchange rates.
  • Risk of decline in renewal rates for contracts.

Revenue & Expenses

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