About Commvault Systems, Inc. - Common Stock (CVLT)
Commvault Systems is a global leader in data protection and information management solutions. The company specializes in providing software and services that help organizations manage, protect, and utilize their data efficiently across various environments, including on-premises, cloud, and hybrid infrastructures. Commvault's offerings enable businesses to ensure data availability, streamline backup and recovery processes, and enhance overall data governance and security. With a strong focus on innovation, Commvault aims to empower organizations to harness the full potential of their data while addressing the growing challenges of data complexity and compliance. Read More
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Commvault’s third quarter saw solid momentum in revenue, but the market responded negatively, likely reflecting concerns over profit margins and earnings below Wall Street’s expectations. Management attributed the period’s growth to accelerated demand for its Cyber Resilience platform, especially among hybrid cloud customers, and highlighted strong adoption of data and identity security offerings. CEO Sanjay Mirchandani noted, “We achieved $1 billion in total ARR two quarters earlier than our original target,” pointing to robust traction in both SaaS and subscription businesses. However, operating margin contraction and higher investments impacted profitability, as the company prioritized capturing share in a rapidly evolving data protection landscape.
Shares of data protection software company Commvault (NASDAQ:CVLT) fell 6.9% in the afternoon session after the company's stock fell as negative sentiment persisted from its second-quarter earnings report and analysts lowered their price targets. The decline extended a sharp drop from the previous trading session, which occurred after the data protection company reported its financial results. While Commvault's revenue grew 18% year-over-year to $276.2 million, beating expectations, its earnings did not meet forecasts. The company posted an adjusted earnings per share of $0.91, which was just shy of the $0.94 Wall Street had hoped for. Investors focused on the profitability miss, suggesting the company's growth was less profitable than anticipated. Adding to the pressure, analysts at both Cantor Fitzgerald and RBC lowered their price targets on the stock, reinforcing investor concerns following the earnings announcement.
Data protection software company Commvault (NASDAQ:CVLT) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 18.4% year on year to $276.2 million. The company expects next quarter’s revenue to be around $299 million, close to analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.91 per share was 3.3% below analysts’ consensus estimates.
Shares of data protection software company Commvault (NASDAQ:CVLT) fell 17.1% in the morning session after the company reported third-quarter financial results that missed analyst expectations for profitability. Commvault posted a non-GAAP earnings per share of $0.91, which fell short of the consensus estimate of $0.94. While revenue grew 18.4% year-over-year to $276.2 million and beat expectations, the company’s adjusted operating income also missed estimates, suggesting the growth was less profitable than anticipated. The market reacted negatively to the profitability misses, which overshadowed the positive news that the company's Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) surpassed the $1 billion mark. Looking ahead, Commvault expects revenue for the next quarter to be around $299 million, which was in line with analyst estimates.
Data protection software company Commvault (NASDAQ:CVLT) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 18.4% year on year to $276.2 million. The company expects next quarter’s revenue to be around $299 million, close to analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.91 per share was 3.3% below analysts’ consensus estimates.
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