Teradata forecasts FY 2026 non-GAAP EPS of $2.86 to $2.90 while reaffirming 2% to 4% total ARR guidance (NYSE:TDC)

Teradata (TDC) reported Q3 2026 results meeting expectations, with CEO Stephen McMillan highlighting solid performance. The company forecasted FY 2026 non-GAAP EPS of $2.86 to $2.90 and reaffirmed total ARR guidance of 2% to 4% growth. Adjusted free cash flow growth was also noted as strong.

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Published Nov 6, 2026, 3:25 AM UTC
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Primary signal
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high confidence
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Relevance
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

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Why it matters

The guidance sets expectations for revenue and earnings growth, influencing analyst models and investor sentiment.

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Market read

First‑time FY 2026 guidance; modest numbers may limit upside momentum.

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What to watch

Potential upside from upcoming contract wins or cost‑saving initiatives not disclosed in the guidance.

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

Background

Teradata, a data‑analytics software provider, released its FY 2026 earnings outlook after a solid Q3 2026 quarter.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

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Context

Teradata issued FY 2026 non‑GAAP EPS guidance of $2.86‑$2.90 and reaffirmed its 2%‑4% ARR growth outlook.

Expected impact

potential downside as investors may price in slower earnings growth

Evidence & confidence

The forecast is the first public disclosure of FY 2026 guidance; no surprise element suggests limited upside and possible pressure if expectations were higher.

Market effects

Provides a data point for the enterprise‑software and data‑analytics sector outlook.

Limited to U.S. and global investors tracking mid‑cap tech earnings.

Low; the guidance affects only Teradata and its immediate peers.

Counterpoint

If the market had expected stronger growth, the modest guidance could trigger a sell‑off.

Key entities

  • Teradata

    Enterprise data‑analytics firm providing the guidance.

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