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VRNS — Varonis Systems, Inc.

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Q1 2026 Earnings Call Summary

April 28, 2026

Varonis Systems, Inc. (VRNS) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Summary

1. Key Financial Results and Metrics

  • Total Revenues: $173.1 million, up 27% year-over-year.
  • SaaS ARR (Annual Recurring Revenue):
    • Excluding conversions: $522.6 million, a 29% increase year-over-year.
    • Including conversions: $683.2 million.
  • Free Cash Flow: $49 million, down from $65.3 million in Q1 2025, affected by acquisition-related costs and the end-of-life announcement of the on-prem platform.
  • Net Income: $7.5 million ($0.06 per diluted share), compared to $0.7 million ($0.00 per diluted share) in Q1 2025.
  • Gross Margin: 77.9%, down from 80.2% year-over-year.
  • Operating Loss: $1.4 million, improved from a loss of $6.5 million in Q1 2025.
  • SaaS Renewal Rate: Over 90%.

2. Strategic Updates and Business Highlights

  • Varonis is focusing on securing data and enabling AI adoption, with strong demand for its MDDR and AI-related products.
  • The company reported significant customer wins, including a global technology firm and expansions with existing customers like ServiceNow.
  • The automation capabilities of Varonis’ platform are emphasized as crucial for addressing security concerns related to AI.
  • New product offerings, particularly from recent acquisitions (e.g., Atlas), are expected to drive future ARR growth.

3. Forward Guidance and Outlook

  • Q2 2026 Guidance:
    • SaaS ARR growth (excluding conversions): 24% to 25%.
    • Total revenues: $175 million to $178 million (15% to 17% growth).
    • Non-GAAP operating loss: Negative $1 million to breakeven.
  • Full Year 2026 Guidance:
    • Total SaaS ARR: $814 million to $845 million (27% to 32% growth).
    • Free cash flow: $100 million to $105 million.
    • Non-GAAP net income per diluted share: $0.11 to $0.12.

4. Bad News, Challenges, or Points of Concern

  • Free Cash Flow Decline: The decrease from the previous year is attributed to acquisition-related costs and the transition away from on-prem solutions.
  • Gross Margin Pressure: A slight decline in gross margin may raise concerns about cost management.
  • Conversion Uncertainty: While the company is on track with conversions, there remains uncertainty around the timing and impact of remaining non-SaaS ARR.
  • Market Conditions: Potential macroeconomic headwinds, including geopolitical tensions and customer layoffs, could impact demand.

5. Notable Q&A Insights

  • Sales Focus Shift: The sales team is now more focused on new business rather than conversions, leading to an acceleration in new customer acquisition.
  • Competitive Landscape: Varonis is seeing increased competition but believes its comprehensive platform provides a significant advantage over point solutions.
  • AI Security Demand: There is a growing recognition among enterprises of the need to secure AI systems and data, which is driving strategic conversations and sales.
  • Customer Feedback on New Products: Initial traction for the Atlas product is encouraging, with positive feedback on its integration capabilities.

Overall, Varonis reported strong Q1 results, raised its full-year guidance, and highlighted the importance of data security in the context of AI adoption, while also acknowledging challenges related to cash flow and market conditions.

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