Appian Q2 2026 results show 115% ARR growth and raised guidance
Aug 6, 2026, 7:17 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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The combination of 23% cloud revenue growth, 115% ARR expansion, and raised 2026 guidance suggests durable SaaS monetization and potential valuation re-rating. Positive cash flow and higher non-GAAP profitability reduce near-term downside risk, though GAAP losses persist. Historical parallels show stocks often move meaningfully on ARR and guidance upgrades in SaaS names when cash flow turns supportive.
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Appian posted solid Q2 2026 results, with total revenue $203.3M, up 19% YoY, led by cloud subscriptions at $131.7M (+23%) and 115% ARR expansion. GAAP losses persisted, but non-GAAP profit improved to $9.2M and $0.13 per share. Management reiterated upbeat 2026 guidance, signaling stronger cloud growth and margin improvement ahead, supported by robust cash flow generation.
Q2 2026 revenue $203.3M; cloud subs $131.7M, up 23%.
Cloud ARR expansion 115% as of June 30, 2026.
GAAP net loss $11.8M; non-GAAP net income $9.2M; non-GAAP EPS $0.13.
Guidance: 3Q26 cloud $133–$135M; full-year cloud $525–$529M; total $845–$853M.
Operating cash flow Q2 $12.1M; six months ended 6/30/2026 $60.9M.
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