Autodesk Beats Q4 Earnings Estimates, Raises Guidance

Software company sees strong demand and margin expansion in latest quarter

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Autodesk (NASDAQ:ADSK), the software company known for its design and creation tools, reported better-than-expected Q4 2026 results, beating analysts' consensus estimates on both earnings per share and revenue. The company also provided an upbeat outlook for Q1 2027 and the full fiscal year 2027, raising its guidance above market expectations.

Why it matters

Autodesk's solid quarterly performance and optimistic guidance suggest the company is seeing robust demand for its products and services, particularly in the architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, and media/entertainment industries it serves. The results highlight Autodesk's ability to drive revenue growth and margin expansion, which are key factors in the company's long-term success.

The details

For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026, Autodesk reported non-GAAP earnings per share of $2.85, exceeding the consensus estimate of $2.63 by $0.22. Revenue came in at $1.96 billion, up 19.4% year-over-year and ahead of the $1.91 billion analysts had expected. The company's return on equity was 52.06% and its net margin was 16.09%.

  • Autodesk released its Q4 2026 and full-year 2026 results on Thursday, February 27, 2026.
  • The company provided guidance for Q1 2027 and the full fiscal year 2027.

The players

Autodesk

An American software company that develops design and creation tools for the architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, and media/entertainment industries.

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The takeaway

Autodesk's strong quarterly results and forward guidance demonstrate the company's ability to drive growth and profitability in its core markets, despite broader economic uncertainties. The company's focus on innovation, particularly in areas like AI and cloud-based solutions, appears to be paying off and positioning Autodesk for continued success.