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Neutral 55 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:55Neutral
Price Target:
$7.50
▲(2.74% Upside)
Action:ReiteratedDate:03/03/26
The score is driven primarily by improving operating/free cash flow and strong gross margins, balanced against ongoing GAAP losses and a pressured balance sheet with elevated leverage. Technicals are a notable drag due to a clear downtrend, while the earnings call is a positive offset given margin-focused guidance and AI/enterprise momentum despite retention and PLG headwinds.
Positive Factors
High gross margins & revenue expansion
Asana’s revenue scaled materially to ~$791M while gross margins remained extremely high (~87%–90%). Those durable software economics provide margin leverage as sales scale, enabling sustained reinvestment in product, go-to-market, and AI capabilities without proportionate COGS pressure.
Improving cash generation and free cash flow
The company moved from multi-year cash burn to consistent positive operating cash flow and material free cash flow. This structural shift increases financial flexibility to invest in product, support enterprise deals, or execute buybacks while reducing reliance on external financing.
Enterprise expansion and AI product adoption
Adoption of AI Studio, larger-account growth (+15% of $100k+ customers) and product extensions (Asana Gov, integrations, timesheets/budgets) strengthen enterprise positioning. These durable product-led and vertical moves increase wallet share potential and create higher switching costs.
Negative Factors
Persistent GAAP losses
Despite non-GAAP progress, material GAAP losses remain. Continued accounting losses erode equity, limit reported profitability metrics, and can constrain executive flexibility on compensation, M&A or capital allocation until GAAP profitability sustainably turns positive.
Elevated leverage and shrinking equity buffer
Rising leverage and a diminished equity base reduce the company’s capital cushion. For a software company still reporting GAAP losses, elevated debt-to-equity raises refinancing and covenant risks and constrains the ability to absorb setbacks or fund opportunistic investments.
Retention and SMB top-of-funnel pressures
NRR below 100% and documented SMB/top-of-funnel challenges imply the firm must continually add new logos to grow. Persistent retention and SMB weakness can slow durable revenue expansion and force higher customer acquisition spend to offset limited organic expansion.

Asana (ASAN) vs. SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY)

Asana Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionAsana, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates a work management platform for individuals, team leads, and executives in the United States and internationally. The company's platform enables teams to orchestrate work from daily tasks to cross-functional strategic initiatives; and manages product launches, marketing campaigns, and organization-wide goal settings. It serves customers in industries, such as technology, retail, education, non-profit, government, healthcare, media, and financial services. The company was formerly known as Smiley Abstractions, Inc. and changed its name to Asana, Inc. in July 2009. Asana, Inc. was incorporated in 2008 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
How the Company Makes MoneyAsana generates revenue primarily through a subscription-based model, offering various pricing tiers that cater to different organizational needs. The company's key revenue streams include its Premium and Business plans, which provide advanced features and capabilities for teams, and its Enterprise plan, which offers custom solutions for larger organizations. Asana also benefits from strategic partnerships and integrations with other software tools, enhancing its platform's value and driving user acquisition. Additionally, the company invests in marketing and sales efforts to expand its customer base and retain existing clients, contributing to its overall earnings.

Asana Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

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Customers Over $5K
Customers Over $5K
Tracks the number of customers generating over $5,000 in annual revenue, highlighting Asana's ability to attract and retain mid-sized clients.
Chart InsightsAsana's growth in customers spending over $5K remains robust, with a consistent upward trajectory. This aligns with the company's strong Q3 performance, where revenue exceeded expectations and customer retention improved. The earnings call highlights a 15% increase in enterprise customers, suggesting strategic focus on higher-value clients. However, challenges in the SMB market and tech sector headwinds could impact future growth. The company's share repurchase program and AI product success indicate confidence in long-term value creation, despite these pressures.
Data provided by:The Fly

Asana Earnings Call Summary

Earnings Call Date:Mar 02, 2026
(Q4-2026)
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Next Earnings Date:May 28, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Positive
The call highlighted strong execution on profitability, cash flow, enterprise demand, and accelerating AI product traction (AI Studio >$6M ARR and >50% QoQ growth; >200 customers in AI Teammates beta). Management showed disciplined cost management with notable operating margin expansion and improved RPO and deferred revenue. Key risks include persistent PLG/self-serve top-of-funnel headwinds (modeled as a ~2-point ARR drag), NRR remaining below 100% (though improving in-quarter), and limited near-term revenue from AI Teammates. Guidance is cautious but reflects confidence in margin expansion while investing in AI. Overall, positives around enterprise momentum, AI monetization, and margin progress materially outweigh the near-term PLG and retention challenges.
Q4-2026 Updates
Positive Updates
Q4 Revenue Growth
Q4 revenues were $205.6M, up 9% year-over-year.
Full-Year Revenue and Customer Growth
FY '26 revenue was $790.8M, up 9% year-over-year; added over 1,800 Core customers during the year. Core customers (25,928) accounted for 76% of Q4 revenue and Core revenue grew 10% YoY.
Profitability and Margin Expansion
Non-GAAP operating income in Q4 was $18.2M (9% operating margin), representing a 10 percentage-point improvement year-over-year. Adjusted free cash flow for Q4 was $25.7M (13% margin). Non-GAAP gross margin was ~88%.
Improved Cost Efficiency
R&D expense decreased to 23% of revenue (from 29% a year ago), Sales & Marketing to 43% (from 45%), and G&A to 13% (from 17%), reflecting operating discipline and reallocation to higher-leverage areas.
AI Product Traction (AI Studio & AI Teammates)
AI Studio exited FY '26 with over $6M ARR and grew >50% quarter-over-quarter in Q4. Over 200 customers onboarded into the AI Teammates beta. Company expects AI offerings to represent nearly 15% of new ARR in FY '27 and plans $10M incremental AI R&D for FY '27.
Strong Enterprise Demand and RPO Acceleration
Total RPO was $524.8M, up 22% YoY; Current RPO grew 17% YoY. Top-10 renewals in Q4 delivered net revenue retention above 100% and billings accelerated in the quarter.
Expansion in Large Customers
817 customers spending $100K+ (cohort grew 13% YoY); added over 90 customers spending $100K+ during the year; several large seat expansions and enterprise wins highlighted (e.g., global data integration/analytics leader, design leader).
International and Vertical Strength
International revenue grew 11% YoY; non-tech verticals (manufacturing, energy & utilities, retail, consumer goods, healthcare) grew in the teens. Notable international wins in Europe, Japan, and Australia; government wins beginning to materialize.
Balance Sheet & Capital Allocation
Cash and marketable securities approximately $434M at quarter-end; Q4 share buybacks of $58M (4.5M shares) and Board increased buyback authorization by $160M (nearly $200M available).
Guidance with Continued Margin Expansion
Q1 FY27 revenue guide of $202.5M–$204.5M (8.1%–9.2% YoY) and FY27 revenue guide of $850M–$858M (7.5%–8.5% YoY). Company expects non-GAAP operating margin of at least 9.5% for FY27 and plans to expand margins while investing in AI and GTM productivity.
Negative Updates
PLG / Self-Serve Top-of-Funnel Headwinds
Product-led growth and self-serve SMB acquisition faced headwinds due to LLM-driven changes in search and paid media. Company expects these dynamics to create roughly a 2-percentage-point drag on ARR growth in FY '27 and did not model a recovery in the year.
Dollar-Based Net Retention Below 100%
Overall dollar-based net retention rate was 96% (Core NRR 97%; $100K+ cohort NRR 96%). NRR is a trailing four-quarter average and remains below 100%, though in-quarter NRR improved for the third consecutive quarter.
Near-Term Limited Contribution from AI Teammates
AI Teammates are in beta with >200 customers, but company expects minimal contribution in the first half of FY '27 with a more meaningful ramp in Q4, limiting near-term revenue upside from that product.
Tech Vertical Uncertainty
Technology vertical returned to flat YoY performance in Q4 after declines, but management stated it is too early to call a durable bottom and did not bake continued stabilization into FY '27 guidance.
SMB / Conversion Recovery Slower Than Expected
Although sequential improvements in top-of-funnel and web conversion were noted, current product and go-to-market adjustments 'are not yet sufficient' to fully offset PLG headwinds; recovery is expected to be gradual.
Gross Margin Impact from Launch Timing
Gross margin was modestly impacted by launch-related timing of expenditures for new products (Asana Gov, AI Teammates); company expects gross margin to remain in the high-80s while investing in product launches.
FY '27 Growth Slightly Lower Than FY '26
FY '26 revenue growth was 9% YoY while FY '27 guidance implies 7.5%–8.5% growth, indicating a modest deceleration driven in part by PLG headwinds and conservative modeling of retention improvements.
Company Guidance
The company guided Q1 FY‑2027 revenue of $202.5M–$204.5M (up 8.1%–9.2% YoY) with an approximate 60 bps constant‑currency tailwind, non‑GAAP operating income of $15M–$17M (7.4%–8.3% margin), non‑GAAP net income per share of $0.07–$0.08 (diluted shares ~241M); for full FY‑2027 it expects revenue of $850M–$858M (up 7.5%–8.5% YoY) with ~20 bps CC tailwind, non‑GAAP operating margin of at least 9.5%, non‑GAAP EPS $0.36–$0.37 (diluted shares ~243M), and gross margin to remain in the high‑80s. The outlook assumes only modest NRR improvement, embeds a ~2‑point ARR drag from PLG/top‑of‑funnel dynamics, expects minimal AI Teammates contribution in H1 with a meaningful ramp in Q4, plans ~$10M of incremental AI R&D, and forecasts Asana’s AI offerings to represent roughly 15% of new ARR in FY‑27.

Asana Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Strong revenue expansion and consistently very high gross margins support business quality, and cash flow has inflected meaningfully with positive and rising operating cash flow and free cash flow in 2025–2026. Offsetting this, GAAP losses remain sizable and the balance sheet shows elevated leverage and a shrinking equity cushion, keeping overall financial strength only moderate.
Income Statement
58
Neutral
Revenue has expanded meaningfully over the period (from $227M in 2021 to $791M in 2026), with growth accelerating sharply in 2026 (RevenueGrowthRate 2.228). Gross margins remain very strong and stable (~87%–90%), which is a clear software-quality positive. The key weakness is persistent losses, though profitability is improving: net margin moved from -93% (2021) to -24% (2026), and operating losses narrowed versus 2025. Overall: strong topline and gross profitability, but still not at sustainable operating or net profitability.
Balance Sheet
46
Neutral
Leverage is meaningful for a company still posting net losses. Debt-to-equity is elevated in recent years (1.35 in 2026; 1.18 in 2025), and equity has declined from $357M (2023) to $154M (2026), reducing the buffer for future losses. While total debt has come down versus 2021, returns on equity remain deeply negative in most years (e.g., -1.23 in 2026), reflecting ongoing losses and a pressured capital base.
Cash Flow
72
Positive
Cash generation has improved materially: operating cash flow turned positive and strengthened from $15M (2025) to $90M (2026), and free cash flow rose to $87M (2026) from $9M (2025). The business has also moved from heavy cash burn in 2022–2024 to consistent positive free cash flow in the last two years. A remaining concern is that accounting losses persist (net income -$189M in 2026), so continued cash discipline and sustained positive operating cash flow are important to prove durability.
BreakdownJan 2026Jan 2025Jan 2024Jan 2023Jan 2022
Income Statement
Total Revenue790.81M723.88M652.50M547.21M378.44M
Gross Profit704.05M646.68M587.98M490.65M339.54M
EBITDA-197.33M-229.54M-235.03M-388.22M-258.26M
Net Income-189.02M-255.54M-257.03M-407.77M-288.34M
Balance Sheet
Total Assets844.09M891.41M961.96M954.96M707.03M
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments434.05M466.88M519.46M529.30M312.03M
Total Debt208.59M268.39M277.88M271.54M255.61M
Total Liabilities689.97M663.89M635.56M598.39M503.19M
Stockholders Equity154.12M227.52M326.40M356.57M203.84M
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow86.57M9.36M-31.09M-167.22M-126.50M
Operating Cash Flow90.36M14.93M-17.93M-160.06M-83.78M
Investing Cash Flow37.17M-6.13M-289.13M64.49M27.56M
Financing Cash Flow-117.92M-58.09M16.78M381.39M37.21M

Asana Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Negative
Last Price7.30
Price Trends
50DMA
10.79
Negative
100DMA
12.25
Negative
200DMA
13.43
Negative
Market Momentum
MACD
-1.07
Negative
RSI
29.73
Positive
STOCH
51.75
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For ASAN, the sentiment is Negative. The current price of 7.3 is below the 20-day moving average (MA) of 7.98, below the 50-day MA of 10.79, and below the 200-day MA of 13.43, indicating a bearish trend. The MACD of -1.07 indicates Negative momentum. The RSI at 29.73 is Positive, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 51.75 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Negative sentiment for ASAN.

Asana Risk Analysis

Asana disclosed 58 risk factors in its most recent earnings report. Asana reported the most risks in the "Finance & Corporate" category.
Finance & Corporate - Financial and accounting risks. Risks related to the execution of corporate activity and strategy
Latest Risks Added 0 New Risks

Asana Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (61)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
71
Outperform
$2.07B68.5610.68%17.77%-76.05%
66
Neutral
$3.09B74.995.45%
66
Neutral
$2.36B19.2716.84%7.35%2.44%
61
Neutral
$37.18B12.37-10.20%1.83%8.50%-7.62%
59
Neutral
$384.93M-8.80-23.42%13.09%32.34%
55
Neutral
$1.73B-7.83-102.48%9.47%16.97%
53
Neutral
$2.14B93.196.29%7.36%-40.62%
* Technology Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
ASAN
Asana
7.30
-11.26
-60.67%
AGYS
Agilysys
73.50
-5.04
-6.42%
RNG
RingCentral
36.14
8.17
29.21%
ALRM
Alarm
47.48
-10.84
-18.59%
BL
BlackLine
36.01
-12.02
-25.03%
SPT
Sprout Social
6.51
-20.45
-75.85%

Asana Corporate Events

Executive/Board Changes
Asana Announces CFO Transition and Leadership Succession Plan
Neutral
Mar 2, 2026

Asana, Inc., a work management platform that integrates AI into enterprise workflows, serves more than 180,000 organizations worldwide through its Work Graph model. The company targets large, complex businesses seeking to connect strategy to execution and manage cross-functional work at scale.

On February 26, 2026, Asana’s board received the resignation of Chief Financial Officer Sonalee Parekh, who will remain in her role until March 23, 2026, with the company stating her departure was unrelated to operational or accounting issues. Effective March 24, 2026, Head of Financial Planning & Analysis Aziz Megji will be promoted to CFO with a compensation package combining a $600,000 base salary, performance-linked bonus eligibility, and multi-year time- and performance-based equity awards, underscoring Asana’s intent to maintain continuity in financial leadership and align incentives with long-term growth and shareholder value.

The most recent analyst rating on (ASAN) stock is a Hold with a $6.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Asana stock, see the ASAN Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyStock BuybackFinancial Disclosures
Asana Expands Stock Buyback Amid Improving Profitability Trends
Positive
Mar 2, 2026

On February 27, 2026, Asana’s board expanded the company’s stock repurchase program by an additional $160 million, lifting the total authorization to about $199.4 million funded from existing cash and cash equivalents. The move, which followed a February 26, 2026 amendment to its Silicon Valley Bank-led credit agreement to permit the buybacks, gives management flexibility to repurchase Class A shares via open-market and other transactions, signaling confidence in the firm’s financial position and offering potential support to the share price.

For the quarter and fiscal year ended January 31, 2026, Asana reported 9% year-over-year revenue growth to $205.6 million in Q4 and $790.8 million for the year, while shifting from a non-GAAP operating loss to non-GAAP operating income of $18.2 million in Q4 and $56.7 million for the full year. GAAP losses narrowed materially, operating and free cash flow improved sharply, and key enterprise metrics such as core customer growth, large-account expansion, and net retention remained solid, underscoring progress in profitability and scale as Asana advances its AI-driven product strategy and enterprise focus.

Business highlights in fiscal 2026 included the launch of Asana Gov for public sector and regulated customers, expanded integrations with external AI platforms such as its app in Claude, and the introduction of timesheets and budgets add-ons to deepen workflow usage. The company also strengthened its leadership bench with new chief marketing and revenue officers and earned recognition on Deloitte’s 2025 Technology Fast 500 list, reinforcing its growth profile and positioning in AI-enabled work management.

The most recent analyst rating on (ASAN) stock is a Hold with a $6.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Asana stock, see the ASAN Stock Forecast page.

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This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Mar 03, 2026