Ribbon Communications Reports Weak Q1 Results, Projects Q2 Recovery; Announces CFO Transition

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Ribbon Communications reported weaker Q1 2026 financial results with declines across key metrics, but provided Q2 guidance projecting sequential revenue growth and a return to positive Adjusted EBITDA. The company also announced the departure of its CFO and the internal promotion of his successor.

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• Q1 2026 Financial Performance Declined

  Ribbon Communications reported Q1 2026 revenue of $163 million, down from $181 million in Q1 2025. GAAP Operating Loss widened to ($32) million from ($20) million, and Non-GAAP Adjusted EBITDA turned negative at ($8) million compared to $6 million in the prior year.

• Q2 2026 Guidance Projects Sequential Improvement

  For the second quarter of 2026, the company projects revenue between $185 million and $195 million and Adjusted EBITDA between $9 million and $14 million, indicating an expected sequential recovery from Q1.

• Chief Financial Officer Resigned

  John Townsend, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, notified the company of his resignation effective April 30, 2026, to pursue another professional opportunity, with the company stating it was not due to any disagreement.

• Internal Promotion for New CFO

  Eric 'Rick' Marmurek, who has served as the company's Senior Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer since 2018 and Deputy CFO since October 2024, has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Accounting Officer, effective May 1, 2026.

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Ribbon Communications reported a significant year-over-year decline in its first-quarter financial performance, with revenue, operating income, and Adjusted EBITDA all worsening. This continues the operational challenges noted in the previous 10-K. However, the company's Q2 guidance projects sequential revenue growth and a return to positive Adjusted EBITDA, indicating an anticipated recovery in the near term. Additionally, the departure of the CFO, while a key executive change, appears to be a smooth transition with an internal promotion to a seasoned company veteran, mitigating potential negative sentiment.