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Palo Alto Networks Inc 8-K Report, Financial Results (May 20, 2025)

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Earnings & Results·Exhibits & Filings
Filing Date
Filed May 20, 2025
Period End
May 20, 2025
Security
PANW
In the record · 2016–202610-K1110-Q328-K110

PANW filed 11 annual reports (10-K), 32 quarterly reports (10-Q) and 110 current reports (8-K) between 2016 and 2026.

  1. Material agreement8-K · Jun ’20Jun ’20
  2. Leadership change8-K · Dec ’22Dec ’22
  3. Leadership change8-K · Aug ’26Aug ’26

01—Abstract

Summary

Summary of the 8-K filed May 20, 2025. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

Palo Alto Networks (PANW) reported fiscal third quarter 2025 results (quarter ended April 30, 2025) that showed continued top-line acceleration and strong profitability on a non-GAAP basis.

Total revenue rose 15% year over year to $2.29 billiona, Next-Generation Security ARR grew 34% to $5.1 billion (crossing the $5 billion milestone), and remaining performance obligation (RPO) grew 19% to $13.5 billion. Non-GAAP net income was $560.9 million, or $0.80 per diluted share, versus $0.66 a year earlier, while GAAP net income was $262.1 million, or $0.37 per diluted share, down from $0.39. The gap between GAAP and non-GAAP results is driven largely by share-based compensation of $355.3 million in the quarter, which investors should weigh when evaluating earnings quality.

GAAP operating income increased to $218.8 millionb from $176.7 million, and non-GAAP operating margin reached 27.4% versus 25.6% a year ago. GAAP net income was roughly flat, held back by a higher tax provision of $48.4 million compared with a benefit of $27.6 million in the prior-year quarter. On the balance sheet, cash and cash equivalents rose to $2.38 billion, and total goodwill and intangibles increased substantially, to $4.05 billion and $730 million respectively, reflecting acquisitions.

Deferred revenue remains large at roughly $11.6 billionc combined current and long-term, supporting revenue visibility. Management guided fiscal fourth quarter 2025 revenue to $2.49 billion to $2.51 billion (14% to 15% growth) and diluted non-GAAP EPS to $0.87 to $0.89. For full-year fiscal 2025, the company expects revenue of $9.17 billion to $9.19 billion, non-GAAP operating margin of 28.2% to 28.5%, and adjusted free cash flow margin of 37.5% to 38.0%.

Next-Generation Security ARR is guided to $5.52 billion to $5.57 billiond, up 31% to 32%. The guidance is consistent with the company's platformization strategy and its push to consolidate cybersecurity vendors, though results remain sensitive to customer purchasing cycles, competition, and acquisition integration.

02—Key points

Key Highlights

  1. Total revenue grew 15% year over year to $2.29 billion in fiscal Q3 2025, up from $1.98 billion in the prior-year quarter.
  2. Next-Generation Security ARR grew 34% year over year to $5.1 billion, surpassing the $5 billion milestone and highlighting the success of the platformization strategy.
  3. Remaining performance obligation rose 19% to $13.5 billion, providing strong forward revenue visibility.
  4. Non-GAAP EPS of $0.80 rose from $0.66 a year earlier, while GAAP diluted EPS declined slightly to $0.37 from $0.39, largely due to share-based compensation of $355.3 million.
  5. Non-GAAP operating margin expanded to 27.4% from 25.6%, while GAAP operating income increased 24% to $218.8 million.
  6. GAAP net income fell to $262.1 million from $278.8 million, as the tax provision increased to $48.4 million from a prior-year benefit of $27.6 million.
  7. Full-year fiscal 2025 guidance calls for revenue of $9.17 to $9.19 billion, non-GAAP operating margin of 28.2% to 28.5%, and adjusted free cash flow margin of 37.5% to 38.0%.

03—Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How strong was Palo Alto Networks' growth in fiscal Q3 2025?

    Total revenue grew 15% year over year to $2.29 billion, and Next-Generation Security ARR grew 34% to $5.1 billion. Remaining performance obligation grew 19% to $13.5 billion, indicating healthy contracted future revenue.

  2. Why do GAAP and non-GAAP EPS differ so much?

    The difference is primarily driven by share-based compensation-related charges of $355.3 million in the quarter, along with amortization of acquired intangibles ($42.6 million) and acquisition-related costs. Non-GAAP results exclude these items, so investors should consider GAAP results alongside non-GAAP measures, especially given the recurring nature of stock-based compensation.

  3. What is the company guiding for the rest of fiscal 2025?

    For fiscal Q4 2025, management expects revenue of $2.49 billion to $2.51 billion and non-GAAP diluted EPS of $0.87 to $0.89. For full-year fiscal 2025, revenue is expected at $9.17 billion to $9.19 billion, with non-GAAP operating margin of 28.2% to 28.5% and adjusted free cash flow margin of 37.5% to 38.0%.

  4. What drove the increase in the balance sheet and acquisition activity?

    Goodwill rose to $4.05 billion from $3.35 billion at July 31, 2024, and intangible assets rose to $730 million from $375 million, consistent with recent acquisitions. Cash and cash equivalents increased to $2.38 billion, and total long-term investments grew to $5.15 billion. Acquisition-related integration is a risk factor the company highlights.

  5. Why did the GAAP tax provision increase, and what does it mean?

    GAAP income tax expense was $48.4 million in the quarter, compared with a benefit of $27.6 million a year earlier. The prior-year figure reflected a valuation allowance release, so the year-over-year comparison is distorted. The company's non-GAAP results apply a long-term non-GAAP effective tax rate, which removes these fluctuations.

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