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DigitalOcean Holdings Inc. · Q4 2022 earnings
Q4 2022 earnings · · Investor relations
Briefing
DigitalOcean's Q4 2022 earnings demonstrated strong revenue growth and increased free cash flow margin despite headwinds. The company broadened its product portfolio with the Cloudways acquisition and announced a significant expansion of its share repurchase program.
DigitalOcean's Q4 2022 revenue reached $163.0 million, a 36% year-over-year increase. ARR ended the quarter at $658.8 million, representing 34% year-over-year growth. The company's free cash flow margin also saw significant increases. DigitalOcean announced a $500 million expansion of its share repurchase program.
- Revenue increased by 36% year-over-year, reaching $163.0 million.
- ARR grew by 34% year-over-year, ending the quarter at $658.8 million.
- Net Dollar Retention Rate (NDR) was 112%.
- Average Revenue Per Customer (ARPU) increased by 22% year-over-year to $80.27.
Headline financials
Revenue & EPS history
DigitalOcean · Revenue · Quarterly
$163M
Forward guidance
Based on information available as of February 16, 2023, for the first quarter of 2023 we expect: Total revenue of $163 to $165 million. Adjusted EBITDA margin of 31% to 32%. Non-GAAP diluted net income per share of $0.28 to $0.29. Fully diluted weighted average shares outstanding of approximately 113 to 115 million shares. For the full year 2023, we expect: Total revenue of $700 to $720 million. Adjusted EBITDA margin of 38% to 39%. Free cash flow in the range of 21% to 22% of revenue. Non-GAAP diluted net income per share of $1.65 to $1.69. Fully diluted weighted average shares outstanding of approximately 114 to 116 million shares.
Tailwinds
- Total revenue of $163 to $165 million.
- Adjusted EBITDA margin of 31% to 32%.
- Non-GAAP diluted net income per share of $0.28 to $0.29.
- Fully diluted weighted average shares outstanding of approximately 113 to 115 million shares.
- Adjusted EBITDA margin of 38% to 39%.
Headwinds
- A reconciliation of non-GAAP guidance measures to corresponding GAAP measures is not available on a forward-looking basis without unreasonable effort due to the uncertainty regarding, and the potential variability of, expenses that may be incurred in the future.
- stock-based compensation expense-related charges are impacted by the timing of employee stock transactions, the future fair market value of our common stock, and our future hiring and retention needs, all of which are difficult to predict and subject to constant change.
- a reconciliation is not available without unreasonable effort and we are unable to assess the probable significance of the unavailable information, although it is important to note that these factors could be material to our results computed in accordance with GAAP.
- New risks and uncertainties emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all risks and uncertainties that could have an impact on the forward-looking statements contained in this release.
- The results, events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements may not be achieved or occur.
Historical earnings impact
How earnings announcements have historically affected this stock's price.
Avg. return before/after earnings
Based on 20 quarterly earnings reports · overlaid with Q4 2022
+3.4%
Avg return
Earnings day
+6.1%
Avg return
5 days after
+9.3%
Avg return
30 days after
56%
14 / 25 earnings
Positive
+40.8%
Q1 2026
Best reaction
-25.3%
Q2 2023
Worst reaction
| Quarter | Report date | Reaction (Day 0) | +5 days | +30 days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | +40.8% | +51.1% | +66.1% | |
| Q4 2025 | +8.2% | -5.4% | +44.5% | |
| Q3 2025 | +17.1% | +33.1% | +24.4% | |
| Q1 2025 | -13.3% | -11.0% | -15.2% | |
| Q4 2024 | +9.8% | +15.3% | -4.4% | |
| Q3 2024 | -12.2% | -5.7% | -2.2% | |
| Q2 2024 | +17.6% | +29.6% | +31.4% | |
| Q1 2024 | +15.6% | +19.0% | +14.6% | |
| Q4 2023 | +5.3% | -2.2% | +6.2% | |
| Q3 2023 | +24.9% | +32.5% | +55.7% | |
| Q2 2023 | -25.3% | -23.3% | -43.1% | |
| Q1 2023 | -1.8% | -2.6% | +28.8% | |
| Q4 2022 | +7.1% | +2.0% | +3.3% | |
| Q3 2022 | -7.8% | +8.3% | -8.9% | |
| Q2 2022 | +2.9% | +6.4% | -11.7% | |
| Q1 2022 | -13.4% | -21.8% | +15.8% | |
| Q4 2019 | +6.6% | +13.9% | +3.4% | |
| Q4 2021 | +27.6% | +29.4% | +22.7% | |
| Q3 2020 | +6.9% | +2.3% | -20.2% | |
| Q3 2021 | +8.5% | +23.4% | -11.1% | |
| Q2 2020 | -7.1% | -2.8% | +27.9% | |
| Q2 2021 | -8.2% | -2.0% | +24.9% | |
| Q4 2020 | -9.1% | -11.5% | -5.2% | |
| Q1 2020 | -9.1% | -11.5% | -5.2% | |
| Q1 2021 | -5.6% | -14.5% | -10.6% |
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