NASDAQ$ADSK
Autodesk, Inc. · Q3 2026 earnings
Q3 2026 earnings · · After market close · Investor relations
Briefing
Autodesk reported strong third quarter fiscal 2026 results, with revenue growing 18% to $1.85 billion and outperforming expectations in AECO.
Autodesk announced robust financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2026, with revenue reaching $1.85 billion, an 18% increase year-over-year. The company saw significant outperformance in AECO and exceeded expectations for up-front revenue, Autodesk Store performance, and billings linearity. GAAP EPS was $1.60, and non-GAAP EPS was $2.67. Cash flow from operating activities surged by 110% to $439 million.
- Third quarter revenue increased by 18% year-over-year to $1.85 billion, driven by strong performance in AECO.
- GAAP diluted EPS was $1.60, while non-GAAP diluted EPS reached $2.67, reflecting solid profitability.
- Cash flow from operating activities grew significantly by 110% to $439 million, with free cash flow at $430 million.
- Billings rose by 21% to $1.855 billion, indicating strong customer demand and future revenue potential.
Headline financials
Revenue & EPS history
Autodesk · Revenue · Quarterly
$1.85B
Revenue by segment
Autodesk · $739M total across 4 segments · Q3 2024
- AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT$372M—50.3%
- MFG$269M—36.4%
- M&E$73M—9.9%
- Other$25M—3.4%
Forward guidance
Autodesk provided an optimistic outlook for Q4 and full-year fiscal 2026, raising its guidance due to current business momentum. The company anticipates continued revenue growth and strong profitability, with specific targets for billings, revenue, and EPS.
Tailwinds
- Full-year fiscal 2026 revenue guidance raised to $7.150 - $7.165 billion.
- Full-year fiscal 2026 non-GAAP operating margin projected at ~37.5%.
- Full-year fiscal 2026 non-GAAP EPS guidance set at $10.18 - $10.25.
- Full-year fiscal 2026 free cash flow expected to be $2.260 - $2.290 billion.
- Q4 FY26 revenue projected to be $1.901 - $1.917 billion, indicating continued growth.
Headwinds
- GAAP operating margin for full-year fiscal 2026 is lower at ~23% compared to non-GAAP.
- The outlook assumes a GAAP tax rate of 31% for the full year and 31-34% for Q4, which could impact net income.
- Restructuring and other related cash outflows of approximately $115 million are included in free cash flow.
- Macroeconomic environment remains broadly stable but with elevated uncertainty.
- The guidance is subject to various risks and uncertainties, including global economic and political conditions, as detailed in the Safe Harbor Statement.
Historical earnings impact
How earnings announcements have historically affected this stock's price.
Avg. return before/after earnings
Based on 19 quarterly earnings reports · overlaid with Q3 2026
-0.4%
Avg return
Earnings day
+0.0%
Avg return
5 days after
-0.1%
Avg return
30 days after
47%
34 / 73 earnings
Positive
+17.0%
Q1 2018
Best reaction
-18.9%
Q2 2012
Worst reaction
| Quarter | Report date | Reaction (Day 0) | +5 days | +30 days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 2027 | — | — | — | |
| Q4 2026 | -1.8% | +10.5% | -1.5% | |
| Q3 2026 | -3.6% | +3.6% | +2.1% | |
| Q2 2026 | +8.9% | +10.1% | +11.9% | |
| Q1 2026 | +0.2% | +1.4% | +0.7% | |
| Q4 2025 | -2.9% | -5.4% | -7.3% | |
| Q3 2025 | -9.0% | -8.6% | -6.0% | |
| Q2 2025 | +1.5% | +1.3% | +6.8% | |
| Q1 2025 | +2.2% | +3.5% | +14.0% | |
| Q4 2024 | +3.7% | -3.1% | +2.0% | |
| Q3 2024 | -7.8% | -7.4% | +10.1% | |
| Q2 2024 | +4.0% | +8.2% | +1.7% | |
| Q1 2024 | +1.1% | -0.9% | +2.7% | |
| Q4 2023 | -11.2% | -8.3% | -7.6% | |
| Q3 2023 | -4.6% | -2.8% | -8.9% | |
| Q2 2023 | +3.1% | -3.7% | -13.6% | |
| Q1 2023 | +13.3% | +11.4% | +3.2% | |
| Q4 2022 | +5.1% | +2.4% | +1.5% | |
| Q3 2022 | -17.3% | -18.1% | -9.5% | |
| Q2 2022 | -9.1% | -8.1% | -13.6% | |
| Q1 2022 | -2.3% | -3.8% | -1.3% | |
| Q4 2021 | -7.7% | -7.0% | -10.0% | |
| Q3 2021 | +5.4% | +6.0% | +17.2% | |
| Q2 2021 | -1.4% | -1.8% | -12.2% | |
| Q1 2021 | +1.6% | +9.9% | +16.6% | |
| Q4 2020 | +0.1% | -5.3% | -25.8% | |
| Q3 2020 | +6.7% | +7.1% | +9.1% | |
| Q2 2020 | -5.2% | -3.4% | +0.9% | |
| Q1 2020 | -7.4% | -7.4% | -1.8% | |
| Q4 2019 | -2.7% | -5.8% | -5.1% | |
| Q3 2019 | +7.4% | +5.5% | -0.6% | |
| Q2 2019 | +14.8% | +14.5% | +11.3% | |
| Q1 2019 | -4.7% | -7.0% | -2.0% | |
| Q4 2018 | +15.8% | +17.2% | +7.7% | |
| Q3 2018 | -16.0% | -17.8% | -19.3% | |
| Q2 2018 | +3.9% | +0.6% | +1.0% | |
| Q1 2018 | +17.0% | +20.2% | +11.6% | |
| Q4 2017 | -4.1% | -7.7% | -2.8% | |
| Q3 2017 | -3.4% | -6.1% | -0.3% | |
| Q2 2017 | +9.0% | +7.7% | +13.5% | |
| Q1 2017 | -2.7% | — | — | |
| Q4 2016 | +4.1% | — | — | |
| Q3 2016 | -1.1% | — | — | |
| Q2 2016 | -3.3% | — | — | |
| Q1 2016 | -1.4% | — | — | |
| Q4 2015 | +3.6% | — | — | |
| Q3 2015 | +4.8% | — | — | |
| Q2 2015 | -5.6% | — | — | |
| Q1 2015 | +7.5% | — | — | |
| Q4 2014 | -0.7% | — | — | |
| Q3 2014 | +8.3% | — | — | |
| Q2 2014 | +9.2% | — | — | |
| Q1 2014 | -5.9% | — | — | |
| Q4 2013 | -3.0% | — | — | |
| Q3 2013 | +3.4% | — | — | |
| Q2 2013 | -15.1% | — | — | |
| Q1 2013 | -15.7% | — | — | |
| Q4 2012 | -0.4% | — | — | |
| Q3 2012 | +5.9% | — | — | |
| Q2 2012 | -18.9% | — | — | |
| Q1 2012 | -4.4% | — | — | |
| Q4 2011 | +6.3% | — | — | |
| Q3 2011 | +0.7% | — | — | |
| Q2 2011 | +5.7% | — | — | |
| Q1 2011 | +0.6% | — | — | |
| Q4 2008 | +0.3% | — | — | |
| Q4 2010 | +0.3% | — | — | |
| Q3 2010 | -4.0% | — | — | |
| Q3 2009 | -4.0% | — | — | |
| Q2 2010 | -3.4% | — | — | |
| Q2 2009 | -3.4% | — | — | |
| Q4 2009 | -0.1% | — | — | |
| Q1 2010 | -0.1% | — | — | |
| Q1 2009 | -0.1% | — | — |
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