F5 raises 2026 earnings outlook after strong Q2 profit and revenue growth

8 articles · Updated · MarketWatch · Apr 28

F5 reported a Q2 profit of $148 million and revenue of $812 million, both exceeding analyst expectations.
The company now forecasts adjusted 2026 earnings per share of $16.25 to $16.55, above Wall Street estimates, citing increased demand from cybersecurity threats and AI model evolution.
F5 also projects Q3 revenue of $820 million to $840 million, with adjusted EPS of $3.91 to $4.03, continuing its positive momentum amid rising cybersecurity needs.

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