Guidewire Software, a leading provider of technology solutions for the property and casualty insurance industry, is scheduled to announce its Q1 2026 earnings on December 3, 2025. The announcement will be made after the market closes, and analysts anticipate earnings of $0.66 per share, alongside projected revenue of $316.62 million for the quarter.
The company has established its fiscal year 2026 guidance, focusing on earnings per share. Interested parties can access the latest updates on the earnings call through the company’s official Q1 2026 earnings page, set to begin at 5:00 PM ET on the announcement date.
In its previous earnings report on September 4, 2025, Guidewire Software reported earnings of $0.84 per share, surpassing analysts’ expectations of $0.62 by $0.22. The firm achieved revenue of $356.57 million, exceeding predictions of $337.82 million and reflecting a significant 22.3% increase from the same quarter in the previous year.
Market Performance and Analyst Insights
As of Monday, November 27, 2025, Guidewire Software’s stock opened at $215.98, with a market capitalization of $18.36 billion. The company has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 269.98, and its stock has fluctuated between a 52-week low of $165.08 and a high of $272.60.
Analysts have varying viewpoints on the stock’s future. One researcher rated it as a Strong Buy, while nine analysts assigned a Buy rating, four suggested Hold, and one issued a Sell rating. The consensus price target currently stands at $272.00.
Institutional investors have shown increased interest in Guidewire Software. For example, Alliancebernstein L.P. boosted its holdings by 405.1% in the second quarter, now owning 538,303 shares valued at approximately $126.74 million. Similarly, Qube Research & Technologies Ltd expanded its stake by 34.4%, bringing their total to 982,747 shares worth about $225.89 million.
Analyst Recommendations and Future Outlook
Several research firms have recently adjusted their price targets for Guidewire Software. Robert W. Baird raised its target from $270.00 to $288.00, rating the stock as “outperform.” DA Davidson increased its target from $246.00 to $250.00 with a “neutral” rating, while Citigroup lowered its target from $267.00 to $242.00, also marking it as “neutral.”
In light of these developments, analysts project an average earnings per share of $1 for the current fiscal year and the next. As Guidewire Software prepares for its upcoming earnings announcement, investors and analysts will be closely watching the results to gauge the company’s performance and future direction.
The firm continues to provide a robust platform for insurers, including its Guidewire InsuranceSuite Cloud and InsuranceNow offerings, which enhance policy, billing, and claims management capabilities. As the company navigates the competitive landscape of the technology sector, its financial performance will be critical in shaping investor expectations and market strategies.
