
Guidewire Software (GWRE) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Guidewire Software (GWRE) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Guidewire Software has demonstrated strong financial performance with total revenue guidance for FY25 revised upward to $1.164 billion to $1.174 billion, reflecting a 19% year-over-year increase at the midpoint, supported by robust subscription revenue growth of 42.9% year-over-year. In the latest quarter, the company reported total revenue of $289.5 million, exceeding consensus expectations and showing a 20% year-over-year increase, alongside a significant 25.6% rise in services revenue. Additionally, annual recurring revenue (ARR) reached $918.1 million, up 15% year-over-year, with expectations for ARR to exceed $1 billion, indicating strong demand for Guidewire's software solutions in the property and casualty insurance sector.
Bears say
Guidewire Software faces a challenging environment as its license revenue continues to decline while subscription revenue growth flattens, particularly in the face of competition from peers like Duck Creek and SPNS. Economic downturns and the cyclical nature of insurance underwriting could further pressure margins for property and casualty insurance carriers, leading to reduced technology spending. Although the company reported slightly better-than-expected cash flows, it is still undergoing a transition from term licenses to subscription pricing, raising concerns about client disruption and potential churn.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Guidewire Software and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Guidewire Software (GWRE) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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