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Certara (CERT)
NASDAQ:CERT
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 11, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.11Last Year’s EPS
0.14Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 10 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a mixed picture: several strong full-year achievements (9% revenue growth, software growth, improved FY adjusted EBITDA, healthy bookings and software net retention), meaningful progress in MIDD adoption and clear strategic priorities under a new CEO. However, material near-term execution and profitability challenges were disclosed — notably weaker Q4 software bookings (-6%), a Q4 net loss, declining adjusted EPS, a softer services quarter, a strategic review (and uncertainty) around the regulatory writing business, and conservative 2026 guidance (flat to +4% revenue). Management emphasized operational fixes, AI/product investment and $10M of identified cost avoidance, but 2026 is framed as a transition year while those initiatives are implemented, leaving balanced upside and downside risks.Company Guidance
Full-Year Revenue Growth
Total revenue for FY2025 was $418.8M, up 9% year-over-year (8% constant currency), showing continued top-line expansion for the year.
Quarterly Software Strength
Software revenue in Q4 was $46.4M, up 10% year-over-year (reported and constant currency). Full-year software revenue was $183.3M, up 18% (reported), demonstrating strong software demand.
Bookings Momentum
Total bookings in Q4 were $155.2M, up 7% year-over-year; trailing 12-month bookings were $482.1M, up 8%, indicating healthy pipeline and contract activity over the trailing year.
MIDD and Services Growth
Technology-driven services bookings in Q4 increased 17% year-over-year; MIDD services bookings saw double-digit growth in the quarter and grew 8% for the full year, reflecting accelerating adoption of model-informed drug development use cases.
Adjusted EBITDA Improvement (Full Year)
Adjusted EBITDA for FY2025 was $134.5M (margin 32%), up from $122M in the prior year, demonstrating improved full-year operating profitability despite Q4 softness.
High Software Net Retention
Software net retention remained healthy at 107% in Q4 and 105% for the full year, indicating strong revenue retention and expansion within the installed base.
Balance Sheet and Capital Actions
Ended the quarter with $189.4M in cash, full availability on the revolving facility, and executed share repurchases of ~3.3M shares for $43M during 2025.
Strategic Direction and AI/Product Initiatives
New CEO outlined three strategic priorities (focused portfolio, customer-centricity, operational improvements) and plans to accelerate AI integration (examples include CertaraIQ and AI-driven Phoenix modules). Management also identified approximately $10M of 2026 cost avoidance opportunities.
CERT 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
CERT Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 26, 2026 | $6.59 | $6.80 | +3.19% |
Nov 06, 2025 | $11.27 | $8.67 | -23.07% |
Aug 06, 2025 | $9.53 | $11.26 | +18.15% |
May 05, 2025 | $12.78 | $11.37 | -11.03% |
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FAQ
When does Certara (CERT) report earnings?
Certara (CERT) is schdueled to report earning on May 11, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
What is Certara (CERT) earnings time?
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What is CERT EPS forecast?
CERT EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q1) is 0.11.