Summary
ServiceNow, Inc. (NOW) reported its second-quarter 2026 financial results, showcasing strong revenue growth driven by its subscription services. Total revenues increased by 24% year-over-year for the quarter. While gross profit margins saw some pressure, particularly in subscription services, the company maintained a solid overall gross profit percentage. Significant investments were made in acquisitions, notably Armis Security Ltd. and Veza Technologies, Inc., which substantially increased goodwill and intangible assets. The company also saw a notable increase in debt, including senior notes and commercial paper, to fund these strategic acquisitions. Despite the increased operating expenses, especially in sales and marketing and research and development, ServiceNow demonstrated robust operating income growth on a non-GAAP basis, indicating efficient operational management. The company's cash flow from operations remained strong, although investing activities showed a significant outflow due to the aforementioned acquisitions. Management remains optimistic about continued revenue growth and operational leverage.
Key Highlights
- 1Total revenues grew 24% year-over-year to $3,987 million for the three months ended June 30, 2026.
- 2Subscription revenues, the primary revenue driver, increased by 25% year-over-year.
- 3The company completed significant acquisitions, including Armis Security Ltd. for approximately $7.6 billion and Veza Technologies, Inc. for approximately $1.2 billion, significantly increasing goodwill and intangible assets.
- 4Total debt increased substantially, with $4.0 billion in senior notes issued in May 2026 and $2.1 billion in commercial paper outstanding as of June 30, 2026.
- 5Non-GAAP income from operations increased by 23% year-over-year for the quarter, indicating strong operational performance.
- 6Remaining performance obligations (RPO) stood at $29.0 billion as of June 30, 2026, with approximately 46% expected to be recognized in the next 12 months.
- 7Cash flow from operating activities remained strong at $2,257 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026, though overall cash decreased due to investing activities.