Rapid7 (RPD) Q1 2026 earnings summary
Event summary combining transcript, slides, and related documents.
Q1 2026 earnings summary
11 May, 2026Executive summary
Outperformed all guided metrics in Q1 2026, with ARR of $832M and revenue of $210M, driven by detection and response growth, offset by declines in non-core offerings.
Strategic focus on AI-driven security operations, preemptive exposure management, and unified platform capabilities, supported by the acquisition of Kenzo Security for $25.5M.
Over 11,500 global customers, with ARR per customer at ~$72K and no single customer accounting for more than 1% of revenue.
Recognized as a leader by Gartner, Forrester, Frost & Sullivan, and IDC in multiple security categories.
Customer wins include multiple Fortune 500 companies and expansion in exposure management and MDR.
Financial highlights
Q1 2026 ARR: $832M; core platform solutions (over 80% of ARR) grew 2% YoY, detection and response up 7% YoY.
Total revenue: $209.7M–$210M, down 0.3% YoY; product subscriptions revenue flat at $204M, professional services declined to $5.6M.
Non-GAAP operating income: $24.4M (11.7% margin), above guidance; non-GAAP EPS: $0.36 per diluted share.
Free cash flow: $33.4M; ended Q1 with $670M in cash, equivalents, and investments, plus $200M undrawn revolver.
Adjusted EBITDA: $31.1M; GAAP net income: $1.1M.
Outlook and guidance
Q2 2026 ARR expected at ~$820M; Q2 revenue guidance: $207M–$209M, down ~2.9% YoY at midpoint.
Q2 non-GAAP operating income: $24M–$26M (12% margin midpoint); EPS: $0.33–$0.36.
FY26 revenue guidance: $836M–$842M (down ~2.4% YoY at midpoint); non-GAAP operating income: $112M–$118M (13.7% margin midpoint).
FY26 free cash flow: $125M–$135M (15.5% margin midpoint); non-GAAP EPS: $1.52–$1.60.
Management expects continued investment in R&D and sales to drive growth.
Latest events from Rapid7
- All proposals passed, including board elections and auditor ratification, with Q&A held after.RPD
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46th Annual William Blair Growth Stock Conference2 Jun 2026 - Leadership transitions and board independence updates enhance governance and oversight.RPD
Proxy filing1 Jun 2026 - AI-driven threats and exposure management are reshaping priorities and driving core business growth.RPD
J.P. Morgan 54th Annual Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference20 May 2026 - ARR reached $832M in Q1 2026, driven by AI-powered security and a $52B+ market opportunity.RPD
Company presentation8 May 2026 - Virtual annual meeting to vote on directors, auditor ratification, and executive pay.RPD
Proxy filing23 Apr 2026 - Proxy covers director elections, auditor ratification, and performance-based executive pay.RPD
Proxy filing23 Apr 2026 - ARR flat, revenue up 2%, 2026 guidance cautious but profitable, strong cash flow.RPD
Q4 202512 Apr 2026 - JANA Partners gains a board nominee and agrees to ownership and voting restrictions through 2027.RPD
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