Asana's 2026 Q1 Earnings Call: Unpacking Contradictions on AI Studio's Revenue, Macro Impact, and Tech Growth

AI Studio revenue and customer base, macroeconomic impact on guidance, AI Studio's impact on revenue and customer growth, AI Studio's impact on net retention, tech vertical performance and impact on growth are the key contradictions discussed in Asana's latest 2026Q1 earnings call.



Revenue and Profitability Milestones:
- Asana reported total revenues of $187.3 million for Q1, up 9% year-over-year, exceeding the top end of their guidance.
- The company reached non-GAAP profitability for the first time, with non-GAAP operating margins improving more than 1,300 basis points year-over-year.
- This growth was attributed to operational efficiency and productivity improvements, along with strong non-tech vertical growth.

AI Studio Adoption and Revenue:
- AI Studio surpassed $1 million in ARR, achieving this milestone within a short period after reaching general availability.
- The success of AI Studio is driven by its natively integrated nature into Asana's workflows and its ability to automate complex business processes.

Customer Growth and Retention:
- Asana's customer base with $100,000 or more annualized revenue grew 20% year-over-year, consistent with the previous quarter.
- The growth in enterprise customer acquisition was supported by strategic renewals, such as a $100 million-plus contract renewal with a major global corporation.

International Expansion and Market Demand:
- International revenue grew 11% year-over-year, driven by strong global demand for Asana's platform.
- This growth is attributed to Asana's value in coordinating complex cross-functional execution across various industries and geographic regions.