Vertex reports Q3 2026 earnings beat and raises full‑year revenue and EBITDA outlook

Vertex Inc. posted third‑quarter 2026 revenue of $213.3 million, topping estimates, and reported adjusted earnings of $0.26 per share, beating consensus by $0.04. The company posted a net loss of $(46.6) million but generated non‑GAAP operating income of $57.3 million and adjusted EBITDA of $64.8 million, a 30.4% margin. It lifted its full‑year 2026 revenue forecast to $828.9 million‑$830.9 million and adjusted EBITDA guidance to $217.9 million‑$219.9 million, while forecasting Q4 revenue of $215 million‑$217 million.

The raised full‑year revenue and adjusted EBITDA outlook signals stronger growth momentum and profitability than previously expected, which may support a higher valuation for the stock (the company’s own guidance). Analysts such as DA Davidson and Needham increased their price targets, reflecting the market’s positive reaction to the beat and guidance.

  • 1Total Q3 2026 revenue was $213.3 million, up 11.0% year‑over‑year.
  • 2Cloud revenue was $110.8 million, up 20.4% year‑over‑year.
  • 3Adjusted earnings per share were $0.26, beating estimates by $0.04.
  • 4Net loss was $(46.6) million, compared with net income of $4.0 million a year earlier.
  • 5Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $64.8 million, a 30.4% margin.
  • 6Full‑year 2026 revenue guidance was raised to $828.9 million‑$830.9 million.

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