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High materiality8/10

ServiceNow slides after mixed Q3 as EPS miss overshadows revenue

Oct 29, 2026, 8:26 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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A 18.5% pre-market drop on an EPS miss signals immediate re-rating of NOW's profitability and margin durability, despite revenue strength. Historical peers have faced similar reactions when EPS undershoots consensus without clear guidance, suggesting continued downside risk until management offers credibility on earnings trajectory and margin improvement.

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ServiceNow posted Q3 revenue of about $4.11B, beating estimates, but adjusted EPS of $1.00 missed consensus of $1.02. The stock dropped ~18.5% pre-market, underscoring investor focus on profitability even as top-line growth remains solid. With broad tech weakness and M&A chatter in the sector, NOW faces near-term downside risk until clearer guidance emerges.

  • NOW Q3 revenue ~$4.11B beat est $4.10B; EPS $1.00 vs $1.02.
  • NOW shares fell 18.5% pre-market after results.
  • MRVL in advanced talks to acquire LITE, fueling M&A chatter.
  • Alphabet and Fortinet slide; tech earnings backdrop remains weak.

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