Extreme Networks Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 2/6
Extreme Networks's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -27.5%, while the Communications industry saw earnings growing at 2.2% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 2.4% per year. Extreme Networks's return on equity is 20.6%, and it has net margins of 1.3%.
Key information
-27.47%
Earnings growth rate
-27.35%
EPS growth rate
| Communications Industry Growth | 31.77% |
| Revenue growth rate | 2.38% |
| Return on equity | 20.61% |
| Net Margin | 1.30% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 01
EXTR: Future Execution And Margin Delivery Will Shape Balanced Risk Reward Profile
Analysts have lifted the fair value estimate for Extreme Networks from $23.83 to $24.31, reflecting updated views on revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate, and a lower assumed future P/E that are consistent with recent price target increases from firms such as B. Riley, Lake Street, and Rosenblatt.Seeking Alpha • Apr 30
Extreme Networks Q3 Earnings Review: A Blowout Quarter, Keep Holding
Summary Extreme Networks delivered a double beat in Q3 '26, with revenues up 11.2% to $316.9M and EPS of $0.26. SaaS ARR accelerated to 29% y/y, with Extreme Platform One adoption driving recurring revenues to 36% of total; EMEA revenue surged 43%. Gross margins remained stable at 61.7% GAAP, while operating margins improved; the Wi-Fi 7 refresh cycle and Platform One adoption are key forward growth drivers. Despite strong results and a 28% stock surge, I remain cautious on chasing the rally, preferring to monitor sustainability of momentum before adding. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Apr 19
Extreme Networks Could Reach $52 Over the Next Five Years
Extreme Networks has a credible path to $52 over the next five years because it is shifting from a hardware‑centric model to a cloud‑driven, subscription‑based networking business with strong medium‑term growth forecasts. Analysts expect revenue to grow roughly 8–11% per year and earnings growth closer to 40% per year , with projected returns on equity rising into the mid‑to‑high 60% range as the company scales its software and SaaS platforms.Analysis Article • Feb 05
The Strong Earnings Posted By Extreme Networks (NASDAQ:EXTR) Are A Good Indication Of The Strength Of The Business
The subdued stock price reaction suggests that Extreme Networks, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:EXTR ) strong earnings didn't offer...Analysis Article • Nov 06
Increases to CEO Compensation Might Be Put On Hold For Now at Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXTR)
Key Insights Extreme Networks' Annual General Meeting to take place on 12th of November Salary of US$840.0k is part of...Analysis Article • Oct 08
An Intrinsic Calculation For Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXTR) Suggests It's 24% Undervalued
Key Insights The projected fair value for Extreme Networks is US$26.25 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Analysis Article • Sep 05
Revenues Not Telling The Story For Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXTR) After Shares Rise 27%
Despite an already strong run, Extreme Networks, Inc. ( NASDAQ:EXTR ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 27...Narrative Update • Aug 07
AI And Cloud Automation Will Unlock Future Markets
Despite a decline in consensus revenue growth forecasts, Extreme Networks’ higher future P/E multiple has driven a notable increase in the consensus analyst price target from $19.33 to $21.42. What's in the News Extreme Networks provided guidance for Q1 ending September 30, 2025, expecting revenue of $292.0-$300.0 million and EPS of ($0.03)-$0.02; FY2026 revenue outlook is $1,228.0-$1,238.0 million.New Narrative • Jul 20
Cloud-managed Networking And AI Automation Will Shape Digital Transformation
Strong shift toward cloud-managed, subscription-based solutions and advanced technology is driving sustained revenue growth, higher margins, and improved customer retention.Analysis Article • Jul 11
Is Extreme Networks (NASDAQ:EXTR) Using Debt Sensibly?
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • May 28
Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXTR) Looks Just Right With A 30% Price Jump
Extreme Networks, Inc. ( NASDAQ:EXTR ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 30% after a shaky period...Analysis Article • May 26
What Is Extreme Networks, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:EXTR) Share Price Doing?
Extreme Networks, Inc. ( NASDAQ:EXTR ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a...Analysis Article • May 04
Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXTR) Shares Could Be 43% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate
Key Insights The projected fair value for Extreme Networks is US$24.62 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Seeking Alpha • Apr 17
Extreme Networks: Undervalued, Overlooked And Undercovered
Summary Extreme Networks is undervalued, overlooked and underfollowed but is making significant strides with AI and cloud-based innovations, driving strong financial improvements. The company's integrated platform and AI-driven products like Extreme AI Expert and Platform One offer advanced analytics and secure network management, boosting revenues by 14%. Future growth is expected from advanced AI capabilities and cloud AI integration, expanding the addressable market and attracting new subscribers. Strategic partnerships, like the one with Intel, and continuous AI integration in products are key drivers for long-term profitability and industry leadership. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Apr 07
Investors Give Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXTR) Shares A 26% Hiding
To the annoyance of some shareholders, Extreme Networks, Inc. ( NASDAQ:EXTR ) shares are down a considerable 26% in the...Analysis Article • Mar 25
Here's Why Extreme Networks (NASDAQ:EXTR) Can Afford Some Debt
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Seeking Alpha • Jan 24
Extreme Networks Inc.: Profitability Isn't Too Far Off Given These Catalysts
Summary Extreme Networks is positioned for sustainable growth with a strong focus on recurring revenue, operational efficiency, and strategic partnerships with tech giants like Microsoft and AWS. Recent financial performance shows recovery, with three consecutive quarters of rising revenue and a strategic shift towards cloud-first, subscription-driven models. Key growth catalysts include the expansion of cloud-driven networking solutions and strategic partnerships. Despite near-term challenges, EXTR's alignment with industry trends and strong strategic initiatives suggest substantial long-term upside potential for investors. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jan 19
Extreme Networks, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:EXTR) Price Is Out Of Tune With Revenues
When close to half the companies in the Communications industry in the United States have price-to-sales ratios (or...Analysis Article • Dec 16
Would Extreme Networks (NASDAQ:EXTR) Be Better Off With Less Debt?
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Oct 29
Is Now An Opportune Moment To Examine Extreme Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:EXTR)?
While Extreme Networks, Inc. ( NASDAQ:EXTR ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw a decent share price...Seeking Alpha • Oct 01
Extreme Networks: Revenues And Margins Likely To Recover Only With Further Economic Easing
Summary Extreme Networks' revenue and profitability have significantly declined, leading to a downgrade to hold until meaningful improvements are observed. EXTR's Q3 revenue dropped by 36.5%, and the company turned unprofitable on a GAAP basis due to restructuring charges and softer demand. Management anticipates slight revenue and margin improvements but expects further deterioration in operating margins, posing a financial risk. I hold a small position, expecting a slow recovery, and will monitor for signs of improvement over the next few quarters. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Sep 23
Extreme Networks, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:EXTR) Popularity With Investors Is Under Threat From Overpricing
Extreme Networks, Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:EXTR ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 1.8x may not look like an appealing...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Extreme Networks makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 1,252 | 16 | 460 | 231 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 1,220 | 9 | 457 | 227 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 1,181 | 9 | 441 | 225 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 1,140 | -7 | 432 | 221 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 1,090 | -54 | 429 | 212 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 1,016 | -122 | 412 | 210 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 1,033 | -125 | 427 | 208 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 1,117 | -86 | 435 | 212 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 1,224 | -6 | 459 | 221 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 1,346 | 80 | 452 | 222 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 1,368 | 94 | 446 | 221 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 1,312 | 78 | 419 | 214 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 1,227 | 58 | 404 | 204 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 1,180 | 49 | 389 | 198 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 1,142 | 44 | 374 | 194 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 1,112 | 44 | 363 | 191 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 1,112 | 49 | 359 | 195 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 1,080 | 40 | 355 | 194 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 1,041 | 23 | 349 | 195 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 1,009 | 2 | 343 | 197 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 947 | -30 | 333 | 192 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 903 | -77 | 332 | 194 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 928 | -98 | 339 | 200 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 948 | -127 | 345 | 210 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 985 | -123 | 353 | 220 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 1,026 | -85 | 355 | 221 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 1,011 | -55 | 347 | 218 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 996 | -26 | 341 | 210 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 1,022 | -14 | 337 | 208 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 1,033 | -21 | 334 | 207 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 1,011 | -60 | 329 | 201 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 983 | -47 | 318 | 184 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 884 | -28 | 287 | 158 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 771 | -19 | 250 | 132 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 696 | 8 | 223 | 110 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 607 | -2 | 200 | 94 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 568 | -17 | 193 | 86 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 543 | -23 | 192 | 80 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 526 | -26 | 188 | 77 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 520 | -36 | 188 | 79 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 539 | -45 | 191 | 82 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 533 | -58 | 193 | 87 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 541 | -64 | 200 | 90 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 553 | -72 | 211 | 93 |
Quality Earnings: EXTR has a large one-off loss of $35.0M impacting its last 12 months of financial results to 31st March, 2026.
Growing Profit Margin: EXTR became profitable in the past.
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: EXTR has become profitable over the past 5 years, growing earnings by -27.5% per year.
Accelerating Growth: EXTR has become profitable in the last year, making the earnings growth rate difficult to compare to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: EXTR has become profitable in the last year, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Communications industry (20.5%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: Whilst EXTR's Return on Equity (20.61%) is high, this metric is skewed due to their high level of debt.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/07 12:02 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/07 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/06/30 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Extreme Networks, Inc. is covered by 13 analysts. 8 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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| Tomer Zilberman | BofA Global Research |
| Ku Kang | B. Riley Securities, Inc. |
| Erik Suppiger | Citizens JMP Securities, LLC |