Coursera Reports Widened Q1 Loss & Cash Flow Decline; Stockholders Approve Udemy Merger

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Coursera's Q1 results show widened GAAP net loss and a substantial drop in cash flow, though revenue saw modest growth. Stockholders have approved the Udemy merger, a key step in the strategic transaction, while the CEO initiated a pre-planned stock sale.

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• Q1 Financial Performance

  Revenue grew 9% year-over-year to $195.7 million. However, GAAP net loss widened significantly to $(20.5) million from $(7.8) million in the prior-year quarter. Non-GAAP net income decreased to $12.4 million from $19.7 million.

• Cash Flow Deterioration

  Net cash provided by operating activities decreased substantially to $14.6 million from $33.5 million, and Free Cash Flow dropped significantly to $3.0 million from $25.3 million, partly due to $11.1 million in M&A transaction costs.

• Udemy Merger Approved by Stockholders

  Stockholders of both Coursera and Udemy approved the all-stock merger on April 9, 2026. This moves the transaction closer to completion, pending required regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.

• CEO Initiates 10b5-1 Trading Plan

  CEO Gregory M. Hart adopted a Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement on March 2, 2026, providing for the sale of up to 293,326 shares of common stock by October 1, 2027. This is a pre-planned sale.

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This quarterly report confirms the challenging financial trends previously indicated in the 8-K, showing a significant widening of GAAP net loss and a substantial decline in non-GAAP net income, Adjusted EBITDA, and free cash flow. While revenue grew modestly, the deterioration in profitability and cash generation is a key concern, partly impacted by M&A transaction costs. On a positive note, the shareholder approval of the Udemy merger is a crucial step towards closing this strategic all-stock transaction, which could reshape the company's future. The CEO's pre-planned stock sale, while routine, adds a minor negative signal amidst these mixed developments. Investors should monitor the company's ability to improve profitability and cash flow, especially as it integrates the Udemy merger.