Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW) reported better-than-expected financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2026. The company achieved earnings per share (EPS) of $0.93, surpassing Wall Street's consensus estimate of $0.91 by $0.02. Revenue matched expectations at $2.5 billion, reflecting the company's strong operational performance.
The announcement highlights Palo Alto Networks' position in the technology sector, where it provides network security solutions to enterprises, service providers, and government entities. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, the company employs 16,068 full-time staff and focuses on areas such as network security, cloud security, and threat intelligence. Its offerings include machine learning-powered firewalls and AI security platforms designed to secure applications and data across various environments.
Palo Alto Networks will host an earnings conference call after the market close to discuss these results and provide further insights into its business performance. Investors are encouraged to review the full earnings release and listen to management commentary for a comprehensive understanding of the quarter's achievements and outlook.
Looking ahead, the company is set to report its next earnings on May 18, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $0.94 and expected revenue of $2.7 billion.