Bentley Systems Balance Sheet Health
Financial Health criteria checks 3/6
Bentley Systems has a total shareholder equity of $1.2B and total debt of $1.2B, which brings its debt-to-equity ratio to 101.3%. Its total assets and total liabilities are $3.6B and $2.4B respectively. Bentley Systems's EBIT is $403.6M making its interest coverage ratio 24.1. It has cash and short-term investments of $147.0M.
Key information
101.26%
Debt to equity ratio
US$1.22b
Debt
| Interest coverage ratio | 24.1x |
| Cash | US$146.98m |
| Equity | US$1.20b |
| Total liabilities | US$2.38b |
| Total assets | US$3.58b |
Recent financial health updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Sep 15
BSY: Recurring Revenue Strength And AI Defensibility Will Support Future Returns
The analyst price target for Bentley Systems has been revised from $40 to $37 as analysts factor in slightly lower modeled revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, while new research highlights strong retention metrics, pricing power and exposure to both macro upcycles and down-market expansion. Analyst Commentary on Bentley Systems Recent research on Bentley Systems reflects a mix of optimism around its infrastructure engineering software and concern about execution risks, valuation and the impact of emerging technologies such as AI on design and construction software providers.
Narrative Update • Aug 08
BSY: Recurring ARR And AI Resilience Will Support Long Term Upside
The updated analyst price target for Bentley Systems moves slightly lower to $54.10 from $56.19, as analysts temper revenue growth and P/E assumptions while still seeing support from recurring ARR momentum and confidence in the company’s position versus AI driven disruption. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Bentley Systems shows a mix of cautious adjustments to price targets alongside sustained confidence in the company’s execution and long term growth potential.Seeking Alpha • Aug 07
Bentley Systems: Bullish On Q2 EPS Beat And Improving Industry Trends
Summary Bentley Systems remains a buy based on my assessment of its quarterly results and the latest sector-specific indicators. Drivers of BSY's Q2 2026 EPS growth acceleration include a strong performance from the Seequent and Power Line Systems businesses, robust SMB ARR expansion, and healthy net revenue retention. Key metrics like the Architecture Billings Index and non-residential construction spend are improving on a sequential basis; this supports BSY’s favorable FY2026 outlook. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Jul 01
BSY: AI Resilience And Infrastructure Software Penetration Are Expected To Unlock Upside
Analysts have trimmed the blended price target for Bentley Systems by about $2, reflecting slightly lower fair value and future P/E assumptions, even as recent research highlights the company's perceived defensibility against AI competition and limited rivalry in its core infrastructure software markets. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Bentley Systems points to a mixed but generally constructive view, with some analysts more optimistic about the company’s positioning and others more cautious on valuation and target prices.Narrative Update • Jun 17
BSY: AI Workflows And Capital Restructuring Will Support Long Term Upside
The analyst price target for Bentley Systems has been trimmed from $58.69 to $56.19, with analysts pointing to revised estimates, a slightly higher discount rate, modestly adjusted revenue growth expectations, and updated P/E assumptions as key reasons for the change. Analyst Commentary Recent commentary around Bentley Systems highlights a mix of cautious valuation resets and pockets of renewed optimism, giving you a range of perspectives to weigh.Narrative Update • Jun 03
BSY: Infrastructure AI And Recurring Revenue Will Support Returns Despite Reset Expectations
Bentley Systems' analyst price target is updated from $42.00 to $40.00 as analysts reset their models, reflecting revised revenue growth and profit margin assumptions in line with recent target changes from firms covering industrial technology stocks. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates show a mix of views on Bentley Systems, with some analysts trimming price targets and others adjusting ratings.Narrative Update • May 01
BSY: FY26 ARR And Services Rebound Are Expected To Unlock Upside
The analyst price target for Bentley Systems has been adjusted slightly lower to reflect a blended view of recent target cuts and one increase across the Street, as analysts weigh multiple compression against updated guidance for ARR and services growth into 2026. Analyst Commentary Street commentary on Bentley Systems is mixed, with several firms trimming price targets while a few maintain more supportive views tied to execution on guidance and long term growth drivers.Narrative Update • Apr 16
BSY: FY26 ARR Guidance And Services Recovery Will Support Future Upside
Analyst price targets for Bentley Systems have shifted within a $40 to $50 range, with adjustments such as Barclays moving to $49 and several firms lowering their targets, as analysts factor in recent guidance on ARR growth, expectations for a rebound in services in 2026, and sector wide multiple compression. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Bentley Systems presents a mix of optimism around execution and growth, alongside caution around valuation and competitive positioning.Narrative Update • Apr 01
BSY: ARR Visibility And Services Recovery Outlook Will Support Future Upside
The analyst-derived fair value estimate for Bentley Systems edges up to about $48.14 from $48.00, as analysts balance a wide range of updated price targets, from $40 to $55. Their views are shaped by recent guidance on ARR growth expectations, anticipated services recovery in 2026, and adjustments to sector P/E multiples.Narrative Update • Mar 17
BSY: ARR And Services Recovery Will Support Long Term Upside Potential
Analysts trimmed the fair value estimate for Bentley Systems to about $58.69 from $63, reflecting lower assumed future P/E multiples, while also factoring in slightly higher revenue growth, stronger profit margins, and recent shifts in Street price targets clustered around the $40 to $50 range. Analyst Commentary Street research on Bentley Systems has shifted toward a tighter range of fair value views, with most recent targets clustering between US$40 and US$55.Narrative Update • Mar 03
BSY: Agentic AI And ARR Visibility Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Bentley Systems from $58.21 to $48.00, citing sector wide multiple compression, moderating growth expectations into 2026, and updated models following recent ARR guidance and Q4 results. Analyst Commentary Street research on Bentley Systems presents a mixed picture, with analysts adjusting price targets lower while highlighting both supportive fundamentals and areas of concern for growth and execution into 2026.Narrative Update • Feb 17
BSY: Long Term Demand And Buyback Plan Will Support Upside
Narrative Update on Bentley Systems The analyst fair value estimate for Bentley Systems has been trimmed by $2 to $63, as analysts weigh slightly lower margin expectations and a higher discount rate against supportive views on growth and long term demand for the company’s software. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Bentley Systems shows a mix of caution and optimism, with several firms trimming price targets while still highlighting long term demand for the company’s asset analytics and infrastructure software portfolio.Narrative Update • Feb 03
BSY: Agentic AI And Buybacks Will Support Returns Despite Softer Outlook
Narrative Update The analyst price target for Bentley Systems has been reduced by $12, as analysts factor in softer long term growth assumptions, more measured profitability expectations compared with peers, and a series of recent target cuts following updated models across the coverage universe. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Bentley Systems point to a more cautious tone, with several bearish analysts trimming price targets and, in at least one case, downgrading the rating as they reassess growth and profitability assumptions for the next few years.Narrative Update • Jan 20
BSY: Agentic AI And Buybacks Will Offset Softer Outlook Through 2026
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Bentley Systems from US$46.12 to US$42.00, reflecting a broader reset in price targets as they consider softer organic ARR outlook, more moderate profitability expectations, and updated sector views for 2026. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Bentley Systems has tilted more cautious, with several bearish analysts cutting price targets and, in one case, moving to a more neutral stance on the stock.Narrative Update • Jan 05
BSY: Agentic AI And Buybacks Will Support Future Upside Potential
Narrative Update The analyst price target for Bentley Systems has shifted modestly lower to reflect a mixed set of recent views, with some firms trimming targets into the low US$50s and others setting objectives in the high US$50s as they weigh solid Q3 results against limited share price appreciation potential, as well as interest in agentic AI initiatives. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Bentley Systems reflects a split view, with some firms highlighting solid Q3 results and interest in agentic AI initiatives, while others are more reserved on valuation and upside from current levels.Narrative Update • Dec 22
BSY: Agentic AI Expansion Will Support Upside Despite Recent Caution
The analyst’s fair value estimate for Bentley Systems has been raised by about $4 to approximately $46 per share, as analysts balance slightly softer growth and margin assumptions against continued solid quarterly results and growing enthusiasm for the company’s AI driven infrastructure software opportunity. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research highlights a more mixed sentiment backdrop, with some incremental caution emerging around valuation and the balance of risk and reward at current levels.Narrative Update • Dec 08
BSY: Agentic AI Will Drive Future Productivity And Share Repurchase Upside
Bentley Systems' analyst price target has been reduced by $5 to $51, as analysts balance solid Q3 performance and promising agentic AI initiatives with what they see as more limited near term share price appreciation potential compared with the broader software sector. Analyst Commentary Analysts are divided on Bentley Systems, with recent research highlighting both supportive long term fundamentals and a more measured stance on near term valuation following the recent share price performance.Narrative Update • Nov 24
BSY: Agentic AI Adoption Will Drive Long-Term Productivity For E&C Firms
Bentley Systems' average analyst price target was recently revised downward by $2.00 to $51.00. Analysts cited solid performance but noted limited near-term share price appreciation potential.Narrative Update • Nov 07
BSY: Expanding AI Adoption Will Drive Productivity Gains For Infrastructure Firms
Bentley Systems’ analyst price target has been reduced from $56 to $51 per share. Analysts cite a combination of solid quarterly results, a slightly higher discount rate, and tempered revenue growth expectations, which are offset by improving profit margins and future earnings multiples.Analysis Article • Sep 27
Does Bentley Systems (NASDAQ:BSY) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Narrative Update • Aug 08
Global Infrastructure Investment And Digital Transformation Will Expand Market Opportunities
Despite a declining net profit margin, the significant rise in Bentley Systems' future P/E ratio suggests elevated market growth expectations, driving the consensus analyst price target up from $54.31 to $59.08. What's in the News Launched an open API framework for the Blyncsy roadway intelligence solution, significantly expanding integration options and accessibility via a new self-service portal.Seeking Alpha • Feb 28
Bentley Systems Faces Political Uncertainties Amid High Valuation (Downgrade)
Summary Bentley Systems reported Q4 2024 results, meeting revenue estimates but missing non-GAAP EPS. Bentley's software market is projected to grow significantly, driven by digital twins and cloud environments, but it faces stiff competition and ongoing challenges in China. Financial trends show stable revenue but declining operating income and EPS, with increased SG&A and R&D expenses impacting operating leverage and margins. Despite strong infrastructure spending, uncertainties in the US and Europe, combined with high valuation and reduced operating leverage, justify a Sell rating for BSY. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 15
Bentley Systems: Undervalued Stock With Robust Operational Efficiency Presents A Buying Opportunity
Summary Depressed valuation as compared to its historical range, unjustified by its sustainably strong margins. Niche and unrivalled product suite within infrastructure engineering, on top of the increasing adoption of digital twin and engagement of asset owner-operators. Strong operational efficiency, as evidenced by its consistently high free cash flow conversion and account retention. Macroeconomic tailwind – unsolved labor shortage issues, positive business sentiment with optimism seen in construction and infrastructure, and bottoming situation in China. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 27
Bentley Systems: Rating Upgrade On Cheaper Valuation And Positive Growth Outlook
Summary Upgraded BSY rating to buy due to attractive valuation at 40x forward PE and expected revenue growth acceleration to mid-teens percentage in coming years. Growth drivers include new AI-powered "Plus" applications and increased E365 subscription adoption, enhancing productivity and reducing procurement friction. Valuation decline creates an attractive entry point; BSY deserves to trade at its historical average of 46x forward PE if growth accelerates. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 21
Bentley: Becoming Bullish Considering Growth Initiatives And Earnings Quality (Rating Upgrade)
Summary Bentley Systems recently ventured into a partnership with Google and acquired a geospatial technology business known as Cesium, which will enable the company to capitalize on the digital twin market's growth opportunities. BSY boasts good earnings quality, considering the company's cash flow conversion rate and its recurring revenue-to-top line percentage. I lift my rating for Bentley Systems to a Buy, following an evaluation of its earnings quality and latest inorganic growth initiatives. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaFinancial Position Analysis
Short Term Liabilities: BSY's short term assets ($587.9M) do not cover its short term liabilities ($988.1M).
Long Term Liabilities: BSY's short term assets ($587.9M) do not cover its long term liabilities ($1.4B).
Debt to Equity History and Analysis
Debt Level: BSY's net debt to equity ratio (89%) is considered high.
Reducing Debt: BSY's debt to equity ratio has reduced from 269.1% to 101.3% over the past 5 years.
Debt Coverage: BSY's debt is well covered by operating cash flow (43%).
Interest Coverage: BSY's interest payments on its debt are well covered by EBIT (24.1x coverage).
Balance Sheet
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/20 05:20 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/18 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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Analyst Sources
Bentley Systems, Incorporated is covered by 28 analysts. 17 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Joseph Vruwink | Baird |
| Guy Hardwick | Barclays |
| Gal Munda | Berenberg |