Freshworks Inc.

NasdaqGS:FRSH Stock Report

Market Cap: US$2.3b

Freshworks Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 2/6

Freshworks has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 71%, while the Software industry saw earnings growing at 22.1% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 20.3% per year. Freshworks's return on equity is 17.7%, and it has net margins of 20.7%.

Key information

71.01%

Earnings growth rate

81.20%

EPS growth rate

Software Industry Growth17.33%
Revenue growth rate20.28%
Return on equity17.68%
Net Margin20.69%
Last Earnings Update31 Mar 2026

Recent past performance updates

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha May 13

Freshworks: The SaaSpocalypse Discount Won't Last Forever

Summary Freshworks demonstrates robust revenue growth, strong cash flow, and resilient operating performance despite AI-driven sector fears. The company trades at a significant discount to peers, with a P/S of 2.5 and P/E of 14.2 for 2026, well below industry averages. Management guides for accelerating profitability and free cash flow, with headcount reductions and AI adoption expected to drive margin expansion in H2. I maintain a Buy rating, expecting continued stock price appreciation as the market rerates FRSH's growth and execution. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update May 07

FRSH: Buybacks And AI Execution Will Support Future Shareholder Value

Freshworks' updated analyst price target moves slightly lower to about $12.38, as analysts factor in softer revenue growth expectations, sharply reduced profit margin assumptions, a much higher implied future P/E, and ongoing AI and competitive risks highlighted in recent downgrades and target cuts. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates around Freshworks have tilted more cautious, with several price target cuts and rating changes clustering over a short period.
Narrative Update Apr 21

FRSH: AI Execution And Margin Discipline Will Support Future Bullish Repricing

Analysts cut the price target on Freshworks from $19.60 to $18.00 as a series of downgrades and lower targets across the Street reflect concerns around a tougher operating backdrop, AI related competitive risk, and revised expectations for the apps software group. Analyst Commentary Recent research commentary on Freshworks has clustered around concerns about AI related competitive risk, pressure across apps software peers, and a tougher operating setup.
Narrative Update Apr 06

FRSH: AI Competition And Pricing Power Will Shape Future Cash Generation

Analysts have reduced their average price target on Freshworks to $8, reflecting a more cautious view on AI related competitive risks and a tougher apps software environment. Some still point to potential benefits from recent pricing changes in Freshdesk plans.
Narrative Update Mar 23

FRSH: AI Competition And Price Hikes Will Shape Future Cash Generation

Narrative Update: Freshworks Price Target Reset The analyst fair value estimate for Freshworks has been reduced from $13.00 to $8.00. This reflects a series of recent price target cuts and downgrades as analysts factor in a slightly higher discount rate, more cautious assumptions on revenue growth and profit margins, and a lower future P/E multiple in light of AI and competitive risks cited in recent research.
Narrative Update Mar 09

FRSH: Price Resets And Buybacks Will Support Future Shareholder Value

Analysts have cut their average price target for Freshworks from about $17.64 to roughly $12.57. This reflects broader caution on app software names, rising perceived AI and competitive risks in the core business, and a series of recent rating and target changes across the Street.
Narrative Update Feb 23

FRSH: Pricing Power And Margin Focus Will Support Future Bullish Repricing

Freshworks saw its analyst price target reduced to $19.60 from $25.90, reflecting a broad round of target cuts from multiple firms as analysts factor in revised valuation assumptions, even as some research points to potential support from pricing changes and margin expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent research paints a mixed but constructive picture, with several firms trimming price targets while still pointing to specific drivers that could support the shares over time, particularly around pricing, product value and execution on margins.
Analysis Article Feb 11

Benign Growth For Freshworks Inc. (NASDAQ:FRSH) Underpins Stock's 29% Plummet

Freshworks Inc. ( NASDAQ:FRSH ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow with a...
Narrative Update Feb 09

FRSH: Price Increases And AI Capabilities Will Support Durable Shareholder Value

Narrative Update Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Freshworks by about US$0.79, reflecting slightly lower assumptions for long term growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples following recent price target cuts and a downgrade, partly balanced by expectations that Freshdesk price changes could support revenue contribution in later years. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Freshworks highlights a mix of optimism around product monetization and caution around execution and valuation, which feeds directly into the trimmed fair value estimate.
Narrative Update Jan 25

FRSH: Price Increases And AI Rollout Will Shape Durable Cash Generation

Analysts have trimmed their average price target for Freshworks by $1, citing updated discount rate and P/E assumptions, along with expectations that recent Freshdesk price changes could add around 3% to FY26 growth, while the company maintains its focus on efficient, durable expansion and strong free cash flow margins. Analyst Commentary Recent research has highlighted a more cautious tone around Freshworks, with several bearish analysts adjusting their models to reflect updated assumptions on growth, margins, and discount rates.
Narrative Update Jan 11

FRSH: Price Actions And AI Progress Will Test Durable Cash Generation

Analysts are keeping their fair value estimate for Freshworks steady at $13. They cite slightly higher expected revenue growth supported by recent Freshdesk price changes and product enhancements, while modest tweaks to discount rate, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions leave the overall price target effectively unchanged.
Narrative Update Dec 27

FRSH: Durable Rule Of 40 Performance Will Support Bullish Repricing

Analysts have trimmed their price target on Freshworks by $0.89 to approximately $25.90. This reflects slightly higher discount rates and lower long term margin expectations, partly offset by stronger projected revenue growth and continued evidence of efficient, durable expansion in recent quarters.
Narrative Update Dec 13

FRSH: Revenue Gains And Buybacks Will Face CX Execution Test

Analysts have lowered their fair value estimate for Freshworks from $18.00 to $13.00 per share, reflecting a more conservative profit outlook and valuation multiple, even as they acknowledge resilient revenue growth and solid cash generation. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts have recently adjusted their expectations for Freshworks, pointing to a more challenging path for both growth and valuation.
Narrative Update Nov 29

FRSH: Sustained Execution And Differentiated Platform Will Deliver Durable Shareholder Value

Analysts have slightly lowered their price target for Freshworks, citing more cautious long-term projections and external peer valuation pressures. The new consensus target has moved down from approximately $18.79 to $18.43 per share.
Narrative Update Nov 15

FRSH: Operating Strength And Durable Growth Model Will Drive Shareholder Value

Analysts have modestly reduced their fair value estimate for Freshworks from approximately $19.64 to $18.79 per share. This change reflects lower price targets across the Street as a result of tempered profit margin expectations and peer multiple compression, even as revenue growth remains resilient.
Narrative Update Nov 01

FRSH: AI-Native Positioning Will Drive Expansion Amid Market Multiple Compression

Analysts have reduced their price target for Freshworks by $2 to $16, citing ongoing peer multiple compression and cautious outlooks on certain business segments, even though the company has shown steady revenue growth and maintains strong positioning as an AI-native service platform. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research highlights both optimism and caution regarding Freshworks' performance and outlook.
Narrative Update Oct 17

AI Adoption And Cloud Migration Will Expand Market Reach

Analysts have slightly reduced their price target for Freshworks by $0.07 to $19.64. They cite cautious optimism about segment growth and broader multiple compression among peers as key factors influencing the revision.
Narrative Update Oct 03

AI Adoption And Cloud Migration Will Expand Market Reach

Analysts have slightly reduced their fair value target for Freshworks to approximately $19.71 from $20.23. They cite cautious sentiment amid modest multiple compression in comparable companies and largely steady growth expectations for the firm's key business segments.
Narrative Update Sep 13

AI Adoption And Cloud Migration Will Expand Market Reach

Analysts have modestly lowered Freshworks’ price target from $20.69 to $20.23, primarily due to sector-wide multiple compression rather than company-specific concerns, as Freshworks’ financial outlook remains stable. Analyst Commentary Peer multiple compression within the sector is negatively impacting valuation assumptions.
Analysis Article Jul 05

Freshworks Inc.'s (NASDAQ:FRSH) Shareholders Might Be Looking For Exit

It's not a stretch to say that Freshworks Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:FRSH ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 6x right now seems...
Analysis Article May 13

What Is Freshworks Inc.'s (NASDAQ:FRSH) Share Price Doing?

While Freshworks Inc. ( NASDAQ:FRSH ) might not have the largest market cap around , it led the NASDAQGS gainers with a...
Seeking Alpha Apr 08

Freshworks Is Exposed To International Cross Currents

Summary Freshworks Inc. is focusing on middle-market customers, facing longer sales cycles and international headwinds. The SaaS customer service market is projected to grow at a 21% CAGR, driven by rising customer expectations and generative AI adoption. Financially, FRSH has shown improved revenue and operating income, but high stock-based compensation results in a negative free cash flow net of SBC. My concerns include slowing growth and significant international revenue exposure amid high trade tensions, so I'm on Hold for FRSH stock now. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Apr 05

Freshworks Inc.'s (NASDAQ:FRSH) 26% Share Price Plunge Could Signal Some Risk

The Freshworks Inc. ( NASDAQ:FRSH ) share price has fared very poorly over the last month, falling by a substantial...
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New Narrative Mar 20

AI Adoption And EX Expansion Will Attract Mid-Market And Enterprise Customers

AI solutions and product improvements are set to drive revenue growth through customer adoption and retention, enhancing expansion into AI-driven services.
Analysis Article Mar 12

Freshworks Inc.'s (NASDAQ:FRSH) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 54% Above Its Share Price

Key Insights Freshworks' estimated fair value is US$22.86 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Freshworks...
Seeking Alpha Feb 14

Freshworks: Great Value On This Dip, Deceleration Might Not Be As Sharp As Feared

Summary Shares of Freshworks dropped after posting strong Q4 results, creating a well-timed buying opportunity. The company's revenue growth maintained a 22% y/y growth pace in Q4, and its guidance calling for sharp deceleration in Q1 is likely conservative. The company's faster pace of new customer acquisition is helping to offset the risks of slightly weaker net revenue retention rates, a problem common to the entire software industry. The stock is cheap at ~5x forward revenue. I'm reiterating my buy rating with a $21 price target (6.5x revenue). Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Jan 16

Freshworks: Rating Downgrade As Near-Term Concerns Outweigh The Positives

Summary I downgraded Freshworks from a buy to a hold as it nears my $17 price target and faces near-term performance concerns. Despite strong AI traction and EX segment growth, FRSH's revenue growth is expected to slow to low-to-mid teens in FY25. Strategic pivot to EX and inbound-led CX approach poses near-term growth risks and potential disruptions in ARR momentum. Valuation concerns arise as FRSH may not sustain 20% growth, risking a market de-rating from 5x to 3x forward revenue multiple. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Jan 01

When Should You Buy Freshworks Inc. (NASDAQ:FRSH)?

Freshworks Inc. ( NASDAQ:FRSH ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention from a...
Seeking Alpha Dec 08

Freshworks Just Became Far More Shareholder-Friendly, And It's Time To Jump In

Summary Shares of Freshworks are poised to rebound further after Q3 results showcased accelerating revenue and yet another raise to its full-year guidance. The company also announced layoffs of ~13% of its headcount, a move intended to help boost the company's margin position. Freshworks boasts a broad software portfolio, blue-chip customer base, excellent growth-profitability balance, and a highly liquid, debt-free balance sheet. A new $400 million buyback plan also provides additional support for the stock. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Dec 05

Freshworks Inc.'s (NASDAQ:FRSH) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 57% Above Its Share Price

Key Insights The projected fair value for Freshworks is US$25.73 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Freshworks...
Seeking Alpha Nov 21

Freshworks: Ideal Software Option For 2025 GARP Investors

Summary Freshworks (FRSH) has been significantly punished by the market in 2024 but is poised for a rebound in 2025 due to low valuation. Interest rate cuts and a stronger economic backdrop in 2025 will boost software stocks, benefiting Freshworks' growth prospects. FRSH's valuation is attractive, trading at 26x FCF, expected to drop to 23x in 2025, making it a buy for long-term investors. Despite challenges, FRSH's 20% growth in the most recent quarter and improving GAAP operating margins highlight its potential for a strong 2025 performance. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article Nov 08

Freshworks Inc. (NASDAQ:FRSH) Stock Rockets 52% As Investors Are Less Pessimistic Than Expected

Freshworks Inc. ( NASDAQ:FRSH ) shareholders have had their patience rewarded with a 52% share price jump in the last...

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

How Freshworks makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.


Earnings and Revenue History

NasdaqGS:FRSH Revenue, expenses and earnings (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
31 Mar 26871180552172
31 Dec 25839184536163
30 Sep 25811-30563162
30 Jun 25782-55563169
31 Mar 25752-73569170
31 Dec 24720-95569165
30 Sep 24686-102571159
30 Jun 24653-103554146
31 Mar 24624-118535140
31 Dec 23596-137525138
30 Sep 23569-165522137
30 Jun 23545-192518138
31 Mar 23521-226519138
31 Dec 22498-232500136
30 Sep 22470-251475130
30 Jun 22438-2,566505151
31 Mar 22405-3,101432136
31 Dec 21371-2,839377120
30 Sep 21339-3,954310108
30 Jun 21308-1,85019264
31 Mar 21276-1,24817257
31 Dec 20250-1,61818469
31 Dec 19172-62512739

Quality Earnings: FRSH has a large one-off gain of $7.4M impacting its last 12 months of financial results to 31st March, 2026.

Growing Profit Margin: FRSH became profitable in the past.


Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis


Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: FRSH has become profitable over the past 5 years, growing earnings by 71% per year.

Accelerating Growth: FRSH has become profitable in the last year, making the earnings growth rate difficult to compare to its 5-year average.

Earnings vs Industry: FRSH has become profitable in the last year, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Software industry (14.3%).


Return on Equity

High ROE: FRSH's Return on Equity (17.7%) is considered low.


Return on Assets


Return on Capital Employed


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/14 22:15
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/14 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Analyst Sources

Freshworks Inc. is covered by 21 analysts. 15 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Robert OliverBaird
Madeline BrooksBofA Global Research
Nicholas AltmannBTIG