Appian Q2 2026 results show strong ARR growth and raised full-year outlook
Aug 6, 2026, 7:16 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Appian delivered meaningful top-line growth and a robust ARR metric, plus a clear path to profitability on a non-GAAP basis and raised guidance for both quarterly and full-year 2026. The combination of 115% ARR expansion, double-digit cloud revenue growth, and positive cash flow improves visibility on recurrent revenue, which can drive a near-term re-rating, especially if consensus views trend higher on the back of the strong 3Q/2026 outlook.
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Appian posted solid Q2 2026 results with 19% revenue growth to $203.3 million, led by 23% growth in cloud subscriptions and 115% ARR expansion. Despite GAAP losses, non-GAAP profitability improved to $9.2 million ($0.13 per share), and management raised guidance for Q3 and the full year, underscoring accelerating cloud ARR and recurring-revenue strength.
Non-GAAP net income $9.2m; Non-GAAP EPS $0.13; GAAP net loss $(11.8)m.
Guidance raised for Q3 and FY2026; 3Q cloud $133–$135m.
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