Autodesk reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2026, delivering strong revenue growth and earnings that beat expectations, supported by continued demand for its design software and subscription offerings across construction, manufacturing, and media industries.
The results highlight Autodesk’s position as a key software provider benefiting from infrastructure investment, digital transformation, and AI driven design workflows.
Revenue grows strongly
For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026 (ended Jan. 31, 2026), Autodesk reported:
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Revenue: $1.96 billion, up about 19% year over year.
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Revenue exceeded expectations of roughly $1.91 billion
Growth was driven by strong adoption of cloud-based subscriptions and demand across architecture, engineering, construction, and manufacturing customers.
Earnings beat estimates
Autodesk delivered solid profitability:
Adjusted (Non-GAAP)
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EPS (Adjusted): $2.85, beating consensus of $2.63
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Up from $2.29 in the prior year quarter
The earnings beat reflects operating leverage from its subscription model and cost discipline.
Operating factors impacting the quarter
The company incurred restructuring costs as part of a strategic reorganization:
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Workforce reduction of about 7%
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Expected pretax restructuring charges of $90–$110 million in Q4 FY2026
Management said the restructuring is intended to streamline sales operations and reinvest savings into growth priorities.
Management commentary: AI and cloud driving demand
Management emphasized that Autodesk is benefiting from long-term shifts toward digital design and automation.
Key growth drivers highlighted:
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Cloud-based subscription transition
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AI-enabled design tools
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Infrastructure and construction spending
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Data-center and manufacturing investment
Demand for advanced design software has increased as industries adopt automation and simulation tools to improve productivity.
Full year performance and outlook
While the release focused on quarterly performance, Autodesk continues to project strong long-term growth driven by its recurring revenue model.
Analysts expect continued earnings expansion, with fiscal year EPS projected to rise significantly as subscription revenue scales.
The company has historically beaten earnings estimates in most recent quarters, reinforcing confidence in execution.
What the results signal
1) Subscription model delivering stability
Recurring revenue provides predictable growth and margins.
2) Beneficiary of infrastructure and AI spending
Design software demand rises with construction, manufacturing, and data-center investment.
3) Margin expansion opportunity
Cost restructuring and scale can improve profitability further.
4) Long-term digital transformation tailwind
Engineering and design workflows are moving to cloud platforms.
Bottom line
Autodesk’s Q4 FY2026 results show a company delivering strong growth and profitability as demand for digital design tools accelerates globally. The earnings beat, combined with restructuring aimed at efficiency, positions Autodesk for continued expansion as industries invest in AI driven design and infrastructure projects.
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