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FISV — Fiserv, Inc.

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Q1 2026 Earnings Call Summary

May 5, 2026

Fiserv Q1 2026 Earnings Call Summary

1. Key Financial Results and Metrics

  • Adjusted Revenue: $4.68 billion, down 2.4% year-over-year, in line with expectations due to lapping higher nonrecurring revenue.
  • Adjusted Operating Income: $1.4 billion, with an operating margin of 29.7%.
  • Organic Revenue: Decreased 3.6% in Q1.
  • Adjusted EPS: $1.79, benefiting from a lower effective tax rate of 11% due to a timing-related impact.
  • Free Cash Flow: $259 million, typical for Q1 as it is the lowest cash flow quarter of the year.
  • Debt to Adjusted EBITDA Ratio: Below 3.2x, expected to finish the year around 3x.

2. Strategic Updates and Business Highlights

  • Merchant Solutions:

    • Clover GPV growth supported by strategic initiatives; Clover VAS revenue grew 18%.
    • Signed 27 new banks as Merchant Referral Partners and launched significant partnerships, including with Western Alliance Bank.
    • CommerceHub transaction growth surged nearly 200% in Q1.

  • Financial Solutions:

    • Solid growth in Finxact and Payments, excluding BillPay; however, organic revenue declined by 6%.
    • Positive client feedback on service improvements and continued support for all core systems.
    • Key wins included partnerships with OceanFirst Bank and Truliant Federal Credit Union.

  • One Fiserv Action Plan: Focused on enhancing client service, improving execution, and leveraging AI for operational efficiencies.

3. Forward Guidance and Outlook

  • 2026 Revenue Growth: Expected organic revenue growth of 1% to 3%, with Merchant Solutions in the mid-single digits and Financial Solutions flat to slightly down.
  • Adjusted EPS Guidance: $8 to $8.30, with an adjusted operating margin of approximately 34%.
  • Second Quarter Outlook: Anticipated to be the trough for year-on-year revenue decline, with Financial Solutions expected to decline at the high end of mid-single digits.

4. Challenges and Points of Concern

  • Core Bank Account Attrition: Remains above long-term trends, although improvements in service are being noted.
  • Revenue Headwinds: Lower inflation and interest rates in Argentina negatively impacted Merchant Solutions revenue.
  • Financial Solutions Decline: Organic revenue down 6%, with ongoing challenges in Issuing and Banking segments due to nonrecurring revenue impacts.
  • Competitive Pressures: Notable competition in the Financial Solutions space, particularly in Issuing and Banking, requiring enhanced service and product delivery.

5. Notable Q&A Insights

  • Banking Side Retention: Core attrition is a focus, with improvements in client service expected to help reduce it over time.
  • Clover Nonrecurring Revenue: Primarily driven by hardware sales; Clover Capital penetration remains low but is expected to grow.
  • AI Initiatives: Significant focus on leveraging AI for operational efficiencies and enhancing client service, with ongoing pilot programs.
  • Clover Growth Strategy: Emphasis on converting non-Clover merchants and expanding into new verticals, particularly in healthcare and professional services.

Overall, while Fiserv is experiencing some revenue challenges and attrition in certain segments, the company is optimistic about its strategic initiatives and long-term growth potential, particularly through its One Fiserv plan and advancements in AI.

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