Qualys Reports Strong Q1 2026 Results and Raises Full-Year Revenue and EPS Guidance
QLYS sits 20% above its 52-week low of $74.51.
Summary
Qualys announced strong Q1 2026 financial results, with revenue up 10% and GAAP diluted EPS up 10.1%, and subsequently raised its full-year 2026 revenue and EPS guidance.
Key Events · Earnings and Guidance · QLYS
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Strong Q1 2026 Financial Performance
Qualys reported Q1 2026 revenues of $175.6 million, a 10% increase year-over-year. GAAP net income rose 7% to $50.6 million, and GAAP diluted EPS increased to $1.42 from $1.29 in the prior year quarter.
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Full-Year 2026 Guidance Raised
Management increased its full-year 2026 revenue guidance to a range of $721.0 million to $727.0 million, up from the previous range of $717.0 million to $725.0 million. GAAP diluted EPS guidance was also raised to $5.40-$5.61 from $5.20-$5.48.
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Operating Cash Flow Decreased
Operating cash flow for Q1 2026 was $95.3 million, a 13% decrease compared to $109.6 million in the same quarter of 2025.
Analysis · QLYS · Technology
Qualys, Inc. reported robust first-quarter 2026 financial results, exceeding prior year performance across key metrics. The company's revenue grew 10% year-over-year, with GAAP net income and diluted EPS also showing solid increases. Importantly, management raised its full-year 2026 guidance for both revenue and earnings per share, signaling increased confidence in future performance. While operating cash flow saw a modest decrease, the overall financial health and positive outlook from the guidance revision are significant for investors.
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At the time of this filing, QLYS was trading at $89.74 on NASDAQ in the Technology sector, with a market capitalization of approximately $3.3B. The 52-week trading range was $74.51 to $155.47. This filing was assessed with positive market sentiment and an importance score of 7 out of 10.