Gen Digital (GEN)
NASDAQInformation TechnologySoftware - InfrastructureSnapshot 2026-07-07
$26.78+0.68%
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Track GEN free→Warn: Recent financial performance slipped notably this past month, though still top-half.
Gen Digital grows revenue 27% yearly to $5 billion. Profit per share rises to about $2.9 next year. The company is improving operations and adopting AI to stay competitive. Its stock trades cheaply compared to peers.
Restructuring costs could hurt profits and slow growth. Competition may pressure margins. If revenue growth falls below 11%, the stock could weaken.
The market prices in about 11% revenue growth and values the stock roughly 29% below our fair value of $37. We see room for upside given strong growth and margin targets.
Breaks if: EPS falls below $2.6 in FY27
Increase FY27 EPS guidance based on growth momentum and free cash flow generation.
Newly stated in 2026-Q1. FY27 EPS guidance was raised to $2.85-$2.95, reflecting confidence in growth momentum and free cash flow generation. The financials show a strong performance with a 15% increase in non-GAAP EPS to $2.56 in FY26, supporting this upward revision.
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“CFO: 'This growth momentum gives us the confidence to raise the bar for FY27.'”
Breaks if: restructuring charges exceed $70 million in 2026-Q3
Implement a restructuring program to streamline operations and adopt AI technologies.
Newly stated in 2026-Q3. The restructuring program is expected to incur approximately $50 million in related charges. The initiative aims to streamline operations and align resources, but financial benefits are not yet evident in the current financials.
“The Board approved a restructuring program to streamline operations and better align resources with strategic priorities.”
Breaks if: revenue falls below $4.5 billion in FY26-Q4
Continue to expand and connect the Gen platform, integrating cyber safety and financial wellness.
Stated in 4 of last 4 quarters. Revenue grew from $3,935 million in FY25 to $5,000 million in FY26, a 27% increase, indicating strong growth momentum. The trajectory is delivering on the expansion and connection of the Gen platform.
“CEO: 'We continue to expand and connect the Gen platform.'”
“CEO: 'Expanding and connecting the Gen platform remains a priority.'”
“CEO: 'Our focus is on expanding the Gen platform.'”
“CEO: 'We are committed to expanding the Gen platform.'”