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Unisys (UIS)
NYSE:UIS
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 06, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
-0.26Last Year’s EPS
-0.05Same Quarter Last Year
Strong Buy
Based on 3 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a mixed but pragmatic view: clear operational and financial progress on profitability, cash generation (pre-pension), L&S performance, backlog/TCV, pension de‑risking, AI product rollout, and notable analyst recognition. These positives were balanced by top-line pressure (FY revenue decline and 2026 revenue guidance), a large drop in new business TCV (−38%), XLNS margin/volume headwinds, PC- and public-sector-related softness, and a significant GAAP loss driven by pension-related items and discretionary pension cash use. Management emphasized continued execution, conservative near-term guidance, and a multi-year path to remove U.S. pension volatility by 2029.Company Guidance
Improved Profitability and Margins
Non-GAAP operating margin of 18% in Q4 and 9.1% for FY2025 (30 bps annual improvement); Q4 gross margin 33.9% (up 180 bps YoY). Full-year non-GAAP operating profit margin exceeded top end of revised guidance.
Strong License & Support (L&S) Performance
Full-year L&S revenue $428,000,000; Q4 L&S revenue $186,000,000 (up 19.8% YoY). Full-year L&S exceeded original expectations by nearly $40,000,000 — third consecutive year of substantial upside. Company guiding L&S ~$415,000,000 for 2026 at ~70% gross margin.
Improved Cash Generation (Pre-Pension)
Pre-pension free cash flow of $128,000,000 for FY2025, up 55% YoY and above the $110,000,000 expectation. Year-end cash balance $414,000,000, up ~$37,000,000 YoY.
Pension De-risking and Leverage Improvement
Total contributions reduced global pension deficit by ~$300,000,000 to ~$450,000,000 at year-end. Executed annuity purchase removing ~ $320,000,000 of gross U.S. defined benefit liabilities. Net leverage (including pension) improved to 2.8x from 3.0x at 2024.
Strong Contracted Bookings and Backlog
Total company TCV $2,200,000,000 for the year, including $1,700,000,000 of renewal TCV (>$1,000,000,000 in Q4). Backlog $3,200,000,000 (up 12% sequential, +11% YoY). Trailing 12-month book-to-bill 1.1x company-wide (1.2x XLNS).
Industry Recognition and Talent
Gartner named Unisys a Leader in Outsourced Digital Workplace Services MQ and ranked #1 in Critical Capabilities for NA and globally for service desks and device management. Additional recognition from Forbes and Time. Voluntary attrition below average at 11.4%.
AI & Product Momentum
Launched Service Experience Accelerator (agentic AI) now in production and planned rollout to ~1/3 of client base in 2026. Advancing agentic AI within CA&I (intelligent operations) and partnerships with hyperscalers and software vendors to scale solutions.
SG&A and Cost Reduction Progress
Reduced SG&A by ~13% (~$60,000,000) over two years; expect to lower SG&A another $10–$20M in 2026. Ongoing workforce optimization and technology investments aimed at further efficiency gains.
UIS Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
UIS Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 24, 2026 | $2.13 | $2.46 | +15.49% |
Nov 05, 2025 | $3.37 | $2.69 | -20.18% |
Jul 30, 2025 | $4.06 | $4.13 | +1.72% |
Apr 30, 2025 | $3.97 | $4.05 | +2.02% |
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FAQ
When does Unisys (UIS) report earnings?
Unisys (UIS) is schdueled to report earning on May 06, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
What is Unisys (UIS) earnings time?
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What is UIS EPS forecast?
UIS EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q1) is -0.26.
