10-KPeriod: FY2025

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co Annual Report, Year Ended Oct 31, 2025

Filed December 18, 2025For Securities:HPEHPE-PC

Summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) reported significant growth in fiscal year 2025, driven by strong performance in its Networking segment, largely attributable to the acquisition of Juniper Networks. Despite a substantial increase in revenue, the company faced margin compression due to higher costs in its Server, Networking, and Hybrid Cloud segments. A notable event was the $1.6 billion goodwill impairment charge related to the Hybrid Cloud reporting unit, primarily driven by macroeconomic uncertainties and a strategic shift away from the non-IP storage business. The company continues to focus on its as-a-Service (aaS) strategy, particularly with HPE GreenLake, aiming to deliver its entire portfolio on a consumption-based model. Significant debt was incurred to fund the Juniper Networks acquisition, and HPE is prioritizing de-leveraging while maintaining its investment-grade credit rating. The company also announced cost-saving initiatives, including workforce reductions, expected to deliver substantial gross savings.

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$34.30B
R&D Expenses$2.52B
SG&A Expenses$5.70B
Operating Expenses$34.73B
Operating Income-$437.00M
Interest Expense$1.10B
Net Income$57.00M
EPS (Basic)$-0.04
EPS (Diluted)$-0.04
Shares Outstanding (Basic)1.32B
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)1.32B

Key Highlights

  • 1HPE completed the acquisition of Juniper Networks for approximately $13.4 billion in July 2025, significantly boosting its Networking segment's revenue and market position.
  • 2Net revenue increased by 13.8% to $34.3 billion in fiscal year 2025, primarily driven by the Juniper Networks acquisition and higher average unit prices in the Server segment.
  • 3The company recorded a goodwill impairment charge of $1.6 billion in fiscal 2025, predominantly impacting the Hybrid Cloud reporting unit due to macroeconomic factors and strategic shifts.
  • 4Gross profit margin decreased by 2.5 percentage points to 30.3% in fiscal 2025, reflecting increased cost of sales across key segments.
  • 5HPE is actively managing its cost structure, implementing cost reduction programs expected to deliver $350 million in gross savings by fiscal year 2027, and anticipating $600 million in synergies from the Juniper Networks integration.
  • 6The company's Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) grew by 63% year-over-year to $3.15 billion, underscoring the increasing adoption of its as-a-Service (aaS) offerings.
  • 7Total debt increased significantly to $22.4 billion due to the Juniper Networks acquisition, with HPE prioritizing de-leveraging and maintaining its investment-grade credit rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary driver of revenue growth was the acquisition of Juniper Networks in July 2025, which significantly boosted the Networking segment's performance. Higher average unit prices in the Server segment also contributed.

A goodwill impairment charge of $1.6 billion was recorded in fiscal year 2025, primarily impacting the Hybrid Cloud reporting unit. This was driven by a combination of increased macroeconomic uncertainties affecting the discount rate used in valuations and a strategic shift away from the Non-IP storage business.

HPE incurred significant debt to finance the Juniper Networks acquisition and is prioritizing de-leveraging. The company aims to maintain its investment-grade credit rating through disciplined capital allocation and focus on profitable growth.

The substantial 63% year-over-year growth in ARR to $3.15 billion highlights the increasing customer adoption of HPE's as-a-Service (aaS) offerings, such as HPE GreenLake. This shift towards recurring revenue models is a key strategic focus for the company.