Chegg Inc (CHGG)
NYSE:CHGG
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 10, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
-0.05Last Year’s EPS
0.1Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Sell
Based on 2 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed a largely positive tone driven by stronger-than-expected Q1 financials (positive net income, $15.5M Adjusted EBITDA, significant OPEX and CapEx reductions), clear progress on debt reduction and cash position, and momentum in the AI-first skilling strategy with new enterprise partnerships. Key risks remain short-term: search-driven traffic headwinds to Academic Services, sizeable severance-related cash outflows, and the need for successful execution of partner rollouts to scale skilling revenue. On balance, the positives around profitability, cost discipline, partnerships, and AI-driven product differentiation outweigh the near-term headwinds.Company Guidance
Revenue and Profitability Beat
Q1 results exceeded expectations across revenue, profitability, and free cash flow; company reported positive net income for the first time in two years and Adjusted EBITDA of $15.5M (24% margin).
Skilling Revenue Growth and Outlook
Chegg Skills (Skilling) generated $17.6M in Q1, up 9% year-over-year, and management expects double-digit skilling revenue growth for full-year 2026 with acceleration through the year.
Academic Services Cash Generation and Retention
Academic Services revenue was $45.7M in Q1; despite traffic headwinds, monthly retention remained very strong and the business generated cash above expectations.
Large Reduction in Operating Expenses
Non-GAAP operating expenses were $36.4M, a reduction of $44.1M or 55% year-over-year, reflecting significant cost optimization and AI-driven efficiency initiatives.
CapEx and Free Cash Flow Improvements
Q1 CapEx was $1M, down 88% year-over-year; free cash flow was $3.1M in the quarter (despite severance) and the company expects meaningful free cash flow for 2026.
Balance Sheet and Debt Reduction Progress
Ended Q1 with $67.9M in cash and investments and a net cash position of $34.1M; company is on a path to fully repay convertible debt by September and targeting zero debt.
Strategic Partnerships and Product Expansion
Signed distribution and product partnerships including Cornerstone and the Wolf AI master’s program; renegotiated Guild contract enabling multiple channel partners and broader enterprise distribution.
AI-First Re-architecture and Outcomes Data
Re-architected business and product experience around AI to lower costs, accelerate content updates, enable real-time in-workflow coaching, and demonstrate measurable learner and employer outcomes (e.g., 43% of graduates report working more efficiently; 75% report increased confidence in AI skills; 92% employer retention 6–12 months).
CHGG Earnings History
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CHGG Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 06, 2026 | $1.16 | $1.28 | +10.34% |
Feb 09, 2026 | $0.75 | $0.67 | -10.27% |
Nov 10, 2025 | $0.89 | $1.14 | +28.09% |
Aug 05, 2025 | $1.29 | $1.11 | -13.95% |
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FAQ
When does Chegg Inc (CHGG) report earnings?
Chegg Inc (CHGG) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 10, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
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What is CHGG EPS forecast?
CHGG EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is -0.05.
