The chart below shows how FFIV performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, FFIV sees a -0.85% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +2.50% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +0.49%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.
Positive
Strong Revenue Growth: F5 delivered 11% total revenue growth in Q1 fiscal 2025, with product revenue growing by 20%, driven by a 22% increase in software revenue and an 18% increase in systems revenue.
Earnings Per Share Performance: Non-GAAP EPS for Q1 was $3.84, exceeding guidance by $0.43, reflecting strong revenue outperformance and operational efficiency.
Recurring Revenue Growth: Recurring revenue accounted for 72% of total Q1 revenue, showing a 10% year-over-year growth, indicating strong customer retention and subscription growth.
Share Repurchase Commitment: F5 repurchased $125 million worth of shares in Q1, representing 64% of free cash flow, demonstrating commitment to returning value to shareholders.
Revenue Growth Forecast Increase: The company raised its FY 2025 revenue growth forecast to 6%-7%, up from 4%-5%, reflecting strong Q1 performance and a healthy pipeline heading into Q2.
Negative
Service Revenue Slowdown: Global services revenue grew only 3%, indicating a slowdown compared to product revenue growth of 20%.
Recurring Revenue Stagnation: Recurring revenue, while contributing 72% of total revenue, only grew 10% year over year, suggesting potential stagnation in this critical area.
Revenue Growth Deceleration: Q2 revenue guidance of $705 million to $725 million implies only 5% growth at the midpoint, indicating a deceleration from Q1's 11% growth.
Operating Expenses Impact: GAAP operating expenses were $421 million, which may indicate rising costs that could pressure future profitability despite revenue growth.
Tax Rate Impact on Income: The effective tax rate for Q1 was 20.4%, which could impact net income growth if tax rates remain elevated.
Earnings call transcript: F5 Networks Q1 2024 beats EPS, shares surge
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