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C3.ai Q1 2027 earnings summary

Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.
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Q1 2027 earnings summary2 Sep, 2026

Executive summary

  • Leadership returned with a turnaround mandate, restructuring management, sales, products, and services to restore discipline and drive execution.

  • Bookings surged 73% quarter over quarter, signaling strong sales momentum.

  • Revenue for the quarter ended July 31, 2026, was $52.4 million, with 94% from subscriptions and professional services at 6%.

  • Free cash flow turned positive at $2.1 million, reflecting improved liquidity.

  • The company implemented a restructuring plan focused on operational efficiency, workforce reduction, and cost rationalization.

Financial highlights

  • Total revenue for the quarter was $52.4 million, with subscription revenue at $49.2 million (94% of total).

  • Non-GAAP gross profit reached $26.1 million (50% margin); GAAP gross profit was $16.7 million (32% margin).

  • Non-GAAP operating loss was $36.2 million, $8.3 million better than guidance midpoint; non-GAAP net loss improved to $30.7 million ($0.20 per share).

  • GAAP net loss for the quarter was $92.8 million, an improvement from $116.8 million in the prior year.

  • Free cash flow was $2.1 million, a $36.4 million improvement year-over-year.

Outlook and guidance

  • Q2 FY27 revenue guidance: $51–$55 million; non-GAAP operating loss: $34.5–$42.5 million.

  • FY27 revenue guidance: $210–$240 million; non-GAAP operating loss: $123–$155 million.

  • Free cash flow expected to broadly align with non-GAAP operating loss guidance for the remainder of FY27.

  • Management expects continued operating losses and negative cash flows in the near term due to ongoing investments.

  • The restructuring plan is anticipated to be substantially completed by Q2 fiscal 2027, with further cost reductions expected.

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