Observed Signal · Oct 20, 2026 · earnings · Source: SEC API · Impact: 3.8/5
Pega Reports Q3 2026 Revenue of $393.4M Amid Cloud Growth and Ongoing Litigation
Pegasystems Inc. reported third-quarter 2026 total revenue of $393.4 million, representing a 3% increase year-over-year from $381.4 million in Q3 2025. Growth was driven by Pega Cloud subscriptions, which rose 19% to $218.9 million, partially offset by declines in legacy maintenance (-9%) and consulting services (-18%). Net income for the quarter stood at $14.1 million, down from $43.4 million in the prior-year period, affected by a $16.0 million litigation settlement charge and an effective tax rate normalization. Annual Contract Value (ACV) reached $1.65 billion as of September 30, 2026, an increase of 6% year-over-year (7% in constant currency), reflecting slower expansion as enterprise clients increase scrutiny of large technology investments amid AI market shifts. Operating cash flow for the nine-month period fell 12% to $304.3 million. Concurrently, Pega expanded its revolving credit facility with PNC Bank to $200 million through 2031, providing additional liquidity ahead of remanded Appian retrial proceedings scheduled for early 2027.
The report reflects solid subscription transition execution with 19% Pega Cloud growth, but underscores a marked deceleration in ACV expansion and ongoing legal overhangs from Appian litigation, balanced by an expanded $200M credit facility.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Total revenue reached $393.4 million in Q3 2026 (+3% YoY), with Pega Cloud revenue rising 19% to $218.9 million.
- GAAP operating income totaled $14.9 million in Q3 2026, impacted by a $16.0 million litigation settlement expense and $2.0 million in restructuring charges.
- ACV grew 6% YoY (7% constant currency) to $1.653 billion, while total remaining performance obligations (backlog) expanded 15% to $2.009 billion.
- Subsequent to quarter-end, Pega amended its PNC Bank credit facility on October 16, 2026, expanding borrowing capacity from $100 million to $200 million and extending maturity to October 2031.
- Pega announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026.
- The announcement was furnished under Item 2.02 (Results of Operations and Financial Condition) with Exhibit 99.1.
- The filing was executed by Kenneth Stillwell, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer, on October 20, 2026.
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8-K Financial Filing Analysis for Pega (2026-07-21)
On July 21, 2026, Pegasystems Inc. filed a Form 8-K under Item 2.02 to announce the release of its financial results for the second quarter of 2026. The detailed earnings results were furnished via a press release attached as Exhibit 99.1, incorporated by reference. The filing serves as the formal regulatory announcement of Q2 2026 operational performance, signed by Kenneth Stillwell, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer.
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