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Jun 27, 2020

PTC Q3 2020 Earnings Report

PTC's Q3 2020 performance was solid, driven by ARR, revenue, operating margin, and EPS, leading to a tightened FY'20 guidance range.

Key Takeaways

PTC reported solid third-quarter results with strong ARR and revenue growth. The company's performance reflects its mission-critical technology portfolio and subscription model strength. Despite macroeconomic challenges, PTC remains committed to delivering solid results for the remainder of FY'20.

ARR was $1.21 billion, reflecting 9% growth, or 10% in constant currency.

Revenue was $352 million, representing a 19% increase compared to Q3 2019.

Cash from operations was $105 million, and free cash flow was $99 million.

Operating margin was 18%, and non-GAAP operating margin was 29%.

Total Revenue
$352M
Previous year: $296M
+19.0%
EPS
$0.62
Previous year: $0.23
+169.6%
ARR
$1.21B
Gross Profit
$272M
Previous year: $241M
+13.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$435M
Previous year: $268M
+62.4%
Free Cash Flow
$99M
Previous year: $59.3M
+67.0%
Total Assets
$3.38B
Previous year: $2.65B
+27.5%

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Forward Guidance

PTC has revised its fiscal 2020 financial outlook, taking into account the impact of weak macroeconomic conditions related to the COVID-19 crisis. The company has narrowed its guidance range for ARR and revenue, while maintaining its outlook for operating margin. They expect new ACV bookings to decline ~25% YoY and churn of approximately 8%. Revenue growth slows quarter over quarter in Q4'20, to the mid-single digits.

Positive Outlook

  • ARR revised guidance $1,235 - $1,255 million
  • Revenue revised guidance $1,415 - $1,430 million
  • GAAP EPS revised guidance $0.73 - $0.79
  • Non-GAAP EPS revised guidance $2.28 - $2.35
  • Non-GAAP Operating Margin 27% - 28%

Challenges Ahead

  • Impact of weak macroeconomic conditions related to COVID-19 crisis.
  • New ACV bookings decline ~25% YoY at the midpoint of guidance in the back half of the year.
  • Churn of approximately 8%.
  • Revenue growth slows quarter over quarter in Q4'20, to the mid-single digits, due primarily to the impact of ASC 606 and related business policy changes.
  • Cash from Operations ~$232 million