The Descartes Systems Group Inc.

NasdaqGS:DSGX Stock Report

Market Cap: US$6.2b

Descartes Systems Group Management

Management criteria checks 2/4

Descartes Systems Group's CEO is Ed Ryan, appointed in Nov 2013, has a tenure of 12.67 years. total yearly compensation is $10.44M, comprised of 6.2% salary and 93.8% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.052% of the company’s shares, worth $3.24M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 1.8 years and 9.1 years respectively.

Key information

Ed Ryan

Chief executive officer

US$10.4m

Total compensation

CEO salary percentage6.23%
CEO tenure12.7yrs
CEO ownership0.05%
Management average tenure1.8yrs
Board average tenure9.1yrs

Recent management updates

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha Jun 09

Descartes Systems: A More Constructive Backdrop

Summary Descartes Systems Group delivers robust 15% revenue growth and maintains exceptional 46% EBITDA and 25% net income margins. Descartes´ competitive moat in logistics SaaS appears resilient to AI disruption, with recent results showing no material impact from sector concerns. Valuation has compressed to 25x realistic earnings, but shares still trade at a premium; I seek further pullbacks, ideally toward the low $60s, before initiating a position. Disciplined capital allocation continues with strategic M&A, $377M net cash, and opportunistic share buybacks, supporting long-term growth and shareholder value. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Mar 11

Descartes Systems Group: A Hold For Now, A Buy On A Pullback

Summary Descartes Systems Group has a 95% customer retention rate and a robust subscription-based revenue model. Despite impressive growth and healthy margins, DSGX shares are overvalued, offering little upside to their intrinsic value of $112. Competition from ERP giants and potential M&A integration challenges pose significant risks to DSGX's future growth. I recommend holding DSGX stock, with a buying opportunity if shares drop below $70 or if growth accelerates beyond current expectations. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Mar 05

Descartes Systems: Impressive Performer, Despite Trade Tensions

Summary Descartes Systems excels with its "total growth" model, combining organic growth and strategic M&A, driving impressive revenue growth and high valuation multiples. The company provides SaaS logistics solutions, tracking more than a billion shipments annually and serving 26,000 customers across 160 countries. Despite strong performance and continued M&A, current valuation multiples seem high, prompting caution and a wait for a more compelling entry price below $100. Shares have quintupled over the past decade, but trade tensions and high valuations warrant a cautious approach for potential investors. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Oct 09

Descartes Systems: Riding Supply Chain Complexity To Growing Profits

Summary Descartes Systems Group has shown strong growth in the supply chain software market, driven by increased demand and strategic acquisitions. The global supply chain management market is projected to grow at a robust CAGR of 11.2% from 2024 to 2030, benefiting DSGX. The firm boasts a debt-free balance sheet, strong free cash flow, and a rising stock price, enabling strategic acquisitions and technological advancements. Despite challenges like lower U.S. trucking volumes and inflation, DSGX's diverse revenue streams and favorable valuation compared to competitors support my continued bullish outlook. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Mar 31

Descartes Systems: Adding To Its M&A Track Record

Summary The Descartes Systems Group has announced another bolt-on deal, acquiring OCR Services for $90 million in cash. Descartes operates under a "Total Growth" model, combining organic growth and bolt-on dealmaking. The company generates small revenues in relation to its shipments but is extremely profitable, with strong and consistent revenue growth. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Sep 07

Descartes Systems GAAP EPS of $0.27 in-line, revenue of $123M beats by $4.28M

Descartes Systems press release (NASDAQ:DSGX): Q2 GAAP EPS of $0.27 in-line. Revenue of $123M (+17.6% Y/Y) beats by $4.28M. As described in more detail below, key financial highlights for Descartes’ six-month period ended July 31, 2022 (1HFY23) included: Revenues of $239.4 million, up 18% from $203.4 million in the same period a year ago (1HFY22); Revenues were comprised of services revenues of $212.2 million (89% of total revenues), professional services and other revenues of $21.6 million (9% of total revenues) and license revenues of $5.6 million (2% of total revenues). Services revenues were up 17% from $181.8 million in 1HFY22; Cash provided by operating activities of $90.8 million, up 4% from $87.3 million in 1HFY22. In 1HFY23, Descartes paid $10.5 million in contingent consideration in respect of previously completed acquisitions of which $5.3 million was accounted for as cash used in operating activities in 1HFY23; Income from operations of $62.1 million, up 25% from $49.5 million in 1HFY22; Net income of $46.0 million, up 11% from $41.6 million in 1HFY22. Net income as a percentage of revenues was 19%, compared to 20% in 1HFY22; Earnings per share on a diluted basis of $0.53, up 10% from $0.48 in 1HFY22; and Adjusted EBITDA of $105.2 million, up 20% from $87.4 million in 1HFY22. Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of revenues was 44%, compared to 43% in 1HFY22.
Seeking Alpha Jun 18

Descartes Systems: Growing Along

Descartes Systems facilitates e-commerce in all its forms. The company employs a nice organic growth & dealmaking strategy. I like the business and the positioning, as overall valuations remain quite demanding in my book.
Seeking Alpha Jun 07

Descartes Systems: Logistics Tech Platform Is A Supply Chain Disruptions Winner

Descartes is benefiting from strong activity in the transportation sector with its market-leading supply chain management solutions platform. The company reported its Q1 result that beat expectations with management projecting optimism that the trends can continue. We like the stock following the correction this year with the company well-positioned to capture several long-term growth tailwinds.
Seeking Alpha Mar 16

Buy Descartes Systems Before Shares Rebound

The logistics network platform is growing in importance amid the supply chain complexity. Descartes will demonstrate strong growth from here. Price target of nearly $85 discussed.

CEO Compensation Analysis

How has Ed Ryan's remuneration changed compared to Descartes Systems Group's earnings?
DateTotal CompensationSalaryCompany Earnings
Apr 30 2026n/an/a

US$176m

Jan 31 2026US$10mUS$650k

US$164m

Oct 31 2025n/an/a

US$156m

Jul 31 2025n/an/a

US$148m

Apr 30 2025n/an/a

US$145m

Jan 31 2025US$8mUS$638k

US$143m

Oct 31 2024n/an/a

US$138m

Jul 31 2024n/an/a

US$128m

Apr 30 2024n/an/a

US$121m

Jan 31 2024US$8mUS$588k

US$116m

Oct 31 2023n/an/a

US$114m

Jul 31 2023n/an/a

US$114m

Apr 30 2023n/an/a

US$108m

Jan 31 2023US$6mUS$538k

US$102m

Oct 31 2022n/an/a

US$92m

Jul 31 2022n/an/a

US$91m

Apr 30 2022n/an/a

US$91m

Jan 31 2022US$6mUS$485k

US$86m

Oct 31 2021n/an/a

US$84m

Jul 31 2021n/an/a

US$72m

Apr 30 2021n/an/a

US$59m

Jan 31 2021US$5mUS$440k

US$52m

Oct 31 2020n/an/a

US$46m

Jul 31 2020n/an/a

US$43m

Apr 30 2020n/an/a

US$41m

Jan 31 2020US$3mUS$440k

US$37m

Compensation vs Market: Ed's total compensation ($USD10.44M) is about average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD8.35M).

Compensation vs Earnings: Ed's compensation has increased by more than 20% in the past year.


CEO

Ed Ryan (57 yo)

12.7yrs
Tenure
US$10,438,128
Compensation

Mr. Edward J. Ryan, also known as Ed, BA, has been the Chief Executive Officer of The Descartes Systems Group, Inc since November 26, 2013. Mr. Ryan served as the Chief Commercial Officer of Descartes Syst...


Leadership Team

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Edward Ryan
CEO & Director12.7yrsUS$10.44m0.052%
$ 3.2m
John Pagan
President & COO12.7yrsUS$5.84m0.31%
$ 19.1m
Edward Gardner
Chief Financial Officerless than a yearUS$2.71mno data
William Green
Executive Vice President of Global Sales1.1yrsUS$2.81mno data
Allan Brett
Advisorless than a yearUS$4.47m0%
$ 0
Raimond Diederik
Executive Vice President of Information Services16.8yrsUS$218.25k0.012%
$ 726.3k
Peter Nguyen
Senior VP of Legal1.8yrsno data0.00085%
$ 53.0k
Daniel Cicerchi
Executive Vice President of Corporate & Operations Developmentless than a yearno datano data
Maija Michell
Executive Vice President Human Resourcesno datano datano data
Kenneth Wood
Executive Vice President of Product Managementno dataUS$1.12mno data
Robert Parker
Executive Vice President of Customer Support & Client Servicesno datano datano data
William Murphy
Executive VP of Professional Services2.5yrsno datano data
1.8yrs
Average Tenure

Experienced Management: DSGX's management team is not considered experienced ( 1.8 years average tenure), which suggests a new team.


Board Members

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Edward Ryan
CEO & Director12.2yrsUS$10.44m0.052%
$ 3.2m
John Walker
Independent Director14.8yrsUS$280.56k0.0063%
$ 394.3k
Eric Demirian
Non-Executive Independent Chairman15.1yrsUS$347.92k0.0012%
$ 72.4k
Jane Mowat
Independent Director1.1yrsUS$221.85k0.0018%
$ 109.2k
Jane O'Hagan
Independent Director12.2yrsUS$268.50kno data
Deepak Chopra
Independent Director6.2yrsUS$261.63kno data
Dennis Maple
Independent Director9.1yrsUS$261.75kno data
Chris Muntwyler
Independent Director6.2yrsUS$264.51kno data
Laura Wilkin
Director1.1yrsUS$223.35kno data
9.1yrs
Average Tenure
66yo
Average Age

Experienced Board: DSGX's board of directors are considered experienced (9.1 years average tenure).


Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/07/05 05:10
End of Day Share Price 2026/07/02 00:00
Earnings2026/04/30
Annual Earnings2026/01/31

Data Sources

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Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
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  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
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  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
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  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

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Analyst Sources

The Descartes Systems Group Inc. is covered by 24 analysts. 12 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Raimo LenschowBarclays
Gabriel LeungBeacon Securities Limited
Thanos MoschopoulosBMO Capital Markets Equity Research