Globant Beats Q1 Revenue Guidance, Announces New $125M Share Repurchase Program

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Globant reported better-than-expected Q1 revenues and authorized a significant $125 million share repurchase program, offsetting the disclosure of a new class action lawsuit.

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• Q1 Revenue Exceeds Guidance

  Revenues for the first quarter of 2026 were $607.1 million, exceeding the company's guidance, despite representing a 0.7% year-over-year decline.

• New $125M Share Repurchase Program Approved

  The Board approved a new share repurchase program, authorizing up to $125 million for repurchases of common shares from Q2 2026 through Q4 2027. This follows the completion of a previous $125 million program on April 6, 2026.

• Adjusted EPS Remains Flat

  Non-IFRS Adjusted Diluted EPS for Q1 2026 was $1.50, remaining flat compared to the first quarter of 2025.

• Full-Year 2026 Guidance Provided

  The company provided full-year 2026 revenue guidance in the range of $2,462 million to $2,508 million and Non-IFRS Adjusted Diluted EPS guidance of $6.10 to $6.50.

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Globant reported Q1 revenues that exceeded its guidance, alongside the authorization of a new $125 million share repurchase program. This significant capital allocation decision, following the completion of a previous program, signals management's confidence in the company's valuation and commitment to shareholder returns. While the company also disclosed a new securities class action lawsuit, the positive financial performance and substantial buyback authorization are likely to be the primary market drivers.