Rapid7 (RPD) Q3 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Rapid7 (RPD) reported Q3 2026 results with ARR of $820M, down 2.2% YoY, and revenue of $212.4M, down 2.5% YoY. Core platform solutions ARR grew 1%, while noncore declined 19%. Management reaffirmed full-year free cash flow guidance of $130M and plans to repay $600M in convertible notes due in 2027. Q4 revenue guidance is $208M-$210M, a 3-4% YoY decline. Non-GAAP operating margin was 21.7%, with restructuring charges of $11M expected.

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Published Nov 5, 2026, 7:55 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$RPDBearishHigh
01

Why it matters

The earnings miss and lowered guidance suggest near‑term downside, but the cash position and AI initiatives provide a nuanced view.

02

Market read

Mid‑cap cybersecurity stock with new earnings data that could move the ticker and sector peers.

03

What to watch

Strong cash balance and note repayment capacity may support longer‑term stability.

Relevance 8/10Novelty 8/10Timing: post‑market today

Background

Rapid7 disclosed its Q3 2026 earnings call transcript, including financial metrics and forward guidance.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$RPDBearishHigh confidence
Context

Rapid7 reported Q3 2026 results with revenue down 2.5% YoY and lowered full-year guidance.

Expected impact

likely pressure as the market prices in the revenue decline and lower guidance

Evidence & confidence

Both top-line and guidance fell, and management highlighted ongoing non‑core drag.

Market effects

Cybersecurity sector may see modest pullback as a mid‑cap peer shows slowing growth.

U.S. tech stocks could face slight weakness in after‑hours trading.

Limited; impact confined to U.S. listed cybersecurity names.

Counterpoint

If the AI‑first strategy gains traction, the short‑term miss could be a buying opportunity.

Key entities

  • Rapid7, Inc.

    Cybersecurity firm reporting Q3 2026 results.

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