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- **Q1 Revenue Beat**: $1.16 billion (+4.1% YoY), with non-GAAP EPS of $1.81, driven by North America and Europe growth.
- **Strategic Wins**: 5-year T-Mobile deal and MATRIXX acquisition ($197M) to enhance AI and billing capabilities.
- **Innovation Launch**: aOS, a telecom-specific agentic OS, positioned as a long-term growth engine.
- **Leadership Transition**: Shimie Hortig to succeed Shuky Sheffer as CEO, ensuring continuity in strategic execution.
- **FY26 Guidance**: 1%-5% revenue growth (1.5%-5.5% reported), 4%-8% EPS growth, with 50% of growth from M&A.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- Q1 2026 revenue of $1.16 billion, up 4.1% YoY, with non-GAAP EPS of $1.81, above guidance. 12-month backlog of $4.25 billion, up 2.7% YoY.
- Signed 5-year multiyear agreement with T-Mobile, including managed services, AI innovation, and USCellular integration support. Despite this, T-Mobile revenue expected to decline in FY26 due to lower spending.
- Acquired MATRIXX Software for $197 million, enhancing billing and monetization capabilities for Tier 1 operators.
- Launched aOS, a purpose-built agentic OS for telecom, to be showcased at Mobile World Congress. Aims to simplify AI adoption and drive long-term growth.
- Announced CEO transition: Shimie Hortig to succeed Shuky Sheffer effective March 31, 2026.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Q1 revenue growth of 3.5% in constant currency, driven by North America (+4%) and Europe (+17% YoY). Rest of the World (ROW) improved sequentially but remained down YoY.
- Non-GAAP operating margin of 21.6%, up 40bps YoY, with free cash flow of $237 million (33% of FY26 target). FY26 guidance: revenue growth 1%-5% (1.5%-5.5% reported), EPS growth 4%-8%.
- MATRIXX contribution minimal in Q1, with integration cautious due to its software product nature.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
- **T-Mobile Deal Details**: 5-year agreement covers managed services, AI, and integration of common systems. USCellular integration is non-recurring, expected to ramp down post-completion.
- **MATRIXX Strategic Value**: Strengthens Amdocs' position in charging solutions, targeting Tier 1 and mid-tier operators. MATRIXX's customer base includes Verizon, Telefonica, and others.
- **aOS Potential**: Aims to simplify telecom AI adoption, enabling end-to-end workflows across BSS/OSS. Early-stage but seen as a long-term growth engine.
- **Verizon Collaboration**: Amdocs engaged with Verizon on cost-cutting and AI initiatives, though specifics not disclosed.
- **Revenue Visibility**: FY26 guidance reflects cautious macroeconomic outlook, with 50% of growth from M&A (e.g., MATRIXX).

Amdocs Limited (DOX) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Revenue Resilience**: 3.1% pro forma growth in 2025, driven by 30%+ cloud contribution and $1.15B Q4 revenue (+2.8% YoY).
- **AI Breakthrough**: First commercial GenAI deal with Telefonica Germany, with e&UAE achieving +10% NPS via amAIz agents.
- **2026 Outlook**: 1.7%-5.7% revenue growth, 4%-8% EPS growth, targeting high single-digit total return.
- **Strategic Bet**: $60M+ GenAI investment to launch Cognitive Core mid-2026, targeting $60B telecom AI TAM.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Revenue Growth**: Fiscal 2025 pro forma constant currency revenue increased 3.1%, driven by 30%+ cloud revenue contribution. Q4 revenue was $1.15 billion, up 2.8% YoY.
- **Cloud Momentum**: Signed multiyear cloud deals with AT&T, Lumen, TELUS, and BT-EE, expanding eSIM SaaS platform to over 100 million devices.
- **Generative AI Breakthrough**: Won Telefonica Germany deal to deploy amAIz agents for personalized upselling, achieving double-digit NPS improvements at e&UAE.
- **2026 Outlook**: Revenue growth 1.7%-5.7% (1.0%-5.0% CC), non-GAAP EPS growth 4%-8%, targeting high single-digit total shareholder return.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Q4 Financials**: Non-GAAP EPS $1.83 (vs. $1.41-$1.49 guidance), free cash flow $735 million (vs. $710-$730M guidance). 12-month backlog $4.19 billion (+3.2% YoY).
- **2026 Guidance**: Operating margin 21.3%-21.9% (midpoint +20bps YoY), driven by $60M+ GenAI R&D/S&M investments. Free cash flow $710-$730M, excluding $90M restructuring.
- **Below-the-line Pressures**: Higher tax rate (16%-19% vs. 15%-17% prior) and reduced cash balance financing costs.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **AI Impact**: Internal GenAI adoption improves software dev/QA by 20%+ efficiency. Customer-facing Cognitive Core (mid-2026) will enable agentic BSS systems, a $60B TAM.
- **Customer Dynamics**: T-Mobile reducing discretionary spend (-$10M+ impact), but 2025 sales momentum (+$120M backlog) offsets, with 66% Managed Services renewals.
- **Growth Drivers**: Cloud (30%+ rev), GenAI (Cognitive Core), and 66% Managed Services share (record 30%+ growth).

Amdocs Limited (DOX) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Revenue Beats Expectations**: Q3 revenue up 3.5% YoY, exceeding midpoint of guidance, with Europe posting 8% growth.
- **Cloud Growth Accelerating**: On track for double-digit cloud revenue growth in FY25, with ConnectX SaaS expanding to 40+ customers.
- **AI Breakthroughs**: 4 POCs converted to commercial Gen AI deals, including U.S. service provider and UAE operator.
- **Strong Cash Flow**: Free cash flow of $230M in Q3, with FY25 target of $710-730M. Non-GAAP EPS growth expected 8-9%.
- **BT Deal Significance**: Multiyear managed services agreement with BT, though size undisclosed and not reflected in Q3 backlog.


**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Revenue Growth**: Q3 revenue of $1.14 billion, up 3.5% YoY (pro forma constant currency), exceeding guidance midpoint. Europe saw record growth of nearly 8%.
- **Cloud Momentum**: On track for double-digit cloud revenue growth in FY25, with wins in Elisa (Finland), Claro Brazil, and Eastern European operators. ConnectX SaaS platform expanded to 40+ customers.
- **AI Breakthroughs**: Converted 4 POCs to commercial Gen AI deals, including U.S. service provider and UAE operator. Maze agent bill presenter simplifies billing inquiries.
- **Customer Wins**: BT awarded multiyear managed services deal; Comcast extended Bill Presenter agreement; Telstra expanded network automation engagement.
- **Fiber Expansion**: Acquired Mobia's network engineering business to boost Canadian fiber footprint; supports AT&T's fiber rollout.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Profitability**: Non-GAAP EPS of $1.72 (vs. $1.71 guidance), driven by 280bp margin expansion (21.4% operating margin). Free cash flow of $230M in Q3, on track for $710-730M FY25 target.
- **Backlog**: 12-month backlog of $4.15 billion (+3% YoY), with 90% visibility into FY25 revenue. Managed Services revenue hit record $771M (+4.1% YoY).
- **Guidance Update**: FY25 revenue growth revised to 2.4-3.4% (midpoint 2.9%), up 20bp from prior outlook. Non-GAAP EPS growth expected 8-9%.

**【Q&A Key Highlights】**
- **BT Deal Size**: Not disclosed, but noted as significant modernization project with multiyear managed services extension. Signed post-June 30, not in Q3 backlog.
- **AI Commercialization**: 4 POCs converted to deals this quarter; UAE customer expanding use cases. Data services (e.g., plumbing for Gen AI) driving near-term revenue.
- **SaaS Growth**: ConnectX and eSIM platforms growing double-digit, with 40+ customers. SaaS margins improving as scale increases.
- **Margin Sustainability**: 60-70bp margin expansion in FY25 from automation and Gen AI. FY26 guidance pending, but productivity gains expected to continue.
- **Customer Migration**: Most customers in early/mid stages of cloud migration. Few fully migrated, but pipeline remains strong.


Amdocs Limited (DOX)-6 Aug 25-2025 Q3 Earnings call transcript

- **Revenue growth accelerates**: Q2 revenue up 4% YoY, driven by cloud deals and project execution, with backlog rising 3.5% YoY.
- **Profitability improves**: Non-GAAP margin up 290bps YoY to 21.3%, supported by cost cuts and automation.
- **AI momentum builds**: GenAI PoCs maturing, with early revenue from data services and Microsoft Azure migrations.
- **Cash return focus**: $1.26B share buyback authorization signals commitment to shareholder returns.
- **Customer resilience**: No signs of spending pullback; pipeline remains robust despite macro risks.


**【CEO Summary Section】**
- Q2 revenue of $1.13 billion, up 4% YoY in pro forma constant currency, driven by cloud sales momentum and project execution.
- Non-GAAP EPS of $1.78 exceeded guidance, supported by lower tax rate and strong free cash flow of $181 million.
- 12-month backlog rose 3.5% YoY to $4.17 billion, with record managed services revenue of $747 million (66% of total revenue).
- Key wins include Microsoft Azure migration for a Tier-1 European operator, PLDT cloud modernization, and Amdocs connectX SaaS adoption by Consumer Cellular.
- GenAI progress: launched amAIz network agents and AI Factory, with PoCs in advanced stages for flagship customers.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Pro forma operating margin improved 290bps YoY to 21.3%, driven by low-margin business phaseout and automation.
- Free cash flow target of $710-730 million for FY25, with 90%+ conversion to non-GAAP net income.
- Share buyback authorization increased to $1.26 billion, reflecting confidence in cash generation.
- FY25 revenue outlook reiterates 2.7% midpoint (1.7%-3.7% range), with double-digit cloud growth expected.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- AI contributions: early-stage revenue from GenAI-related data services, with cloud migration and AI Factory driving synergies.
- Customer spending stable despite macro uncertainty; no material changes in backlog or pipeline.
- AR/DSO fluctuations reflect large North America transformation projects, but trends indicate progress in milestone achievement.
- NVIDIA collaboration expanded into network automation, with tools like NVIDIA AI Enterprise and Omniverse Digital Twin.
- AI adoption in internal operations (e.g., software development) showing early productivity gains.


Amdocs Limited (DOX)-7 May 25-2025 Q2 Earnings call transcript

- **Q1 Strong Execution**: Revenue $1.11B (+1.7% pro forma), EPS $1.66 beat, 310bps margin expansion. Backlog $4.14B (+$80M QoQ), driven by cloud and GenAI wins.
- **Cloud & AI Growth**: Cloud +double-digit FY25, 10+ GenAI PoCs completed Q1, amAIz platform expanding with Etisalat and AT&T.
- **Financial Resilience**: 66% revenue recurring (managed services), $78M free cash flow, $144M buybacks. FY25 margin 21.2-21.7%, 6.5-10.5% EPS growth.
- **Pipeline Momentum**: Mature pipeline across geographies, 10+ GenAI PoCs, 3.5% YoY backlog growth signals accelerating Q2+ revenue.
- **Customer Diversification**: Top 2 customers stable, new wins (NTT, VodafoneZiggo) reduce concentration risk. 90%+ backlog visibility ensures execution certainty.


**【CEO Summary Section】**
- Q1 2025 revenue reached $1.11 billion, exceeding midpoint guidance by 1.7% YoY (pro forma constant currency). Non-GAAP EPS of $1.66 beat expectations, driven by 310bps margin expansion from low-margin business phase-out and operational efficiency gains.
- 12-month backlog rose to $4.14 billion (+$80M QoQ, +2.7% YoY pro forma), fueled by cloud wins (e.g., VodafoneZiggo, CT Montenegro) and GenAI PoCs (10+ completed Q1). Key wins include AT&T Cricket expansion, Bell Canada billing consolidation, and DreamWorks AI collaboration.
- Strategic growth engines: cloud (+double-digit growth), digital modernization (e.g., Optus CX suite), network automation (Procom Consulting), and GenAI (amAIz platform expansion with Etisalat, AT&T).
- FY25 guidance: 1-4.5% revenue growth (pro forma), 21.2-21.7% operating margin, and 6.5-10.5% EPS growth, targeting 5th year of double-digit TSR.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Q1 GAAP revenue $1.11B (-10.9% YoY reported, +1.7% pro forma). Managed services revenue $729M (+0.9% YoY), 66% of total, with 100% renewal rate (e.g., Comcast, Claro Chile extensions).
- Free cash flow $78M (incl. $23M restructuring), supporting $144M share buybacks and $54M dividends. FY25 free cash flow target $710-730M (90%+ of non-GAAP net income).
- 12-month backlog growth (3.5% YoY pro forma) signals accelerating Q2+ revenue momentum, with 90%+ visibility from multi-year contracts.
- FY25 margin expansion driven by 230bps from low-margin exit and 60-70bps from automation/AI adoption.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Pipeline Dynamics**: CEO cites "rich, mature pipeline" across geographies, with focus on new cloud, BSS/OSS modernization, and GenAI projects. Notably, 10+ GenAI PoCs completed Q1, with Etisalat expanding use cases beyond billing to care and knowledge management.
- **AI Adoption**: CFO notes data readiness is key (e.g., AT&T preparing data for GenAI use cases). Shuky highlights call center automation as a high-impact AI application, with 100% accuracy required for unionized workforces.
- **Customer Concentration**: Top 2 customers (AT&T, T-Mobile) remain core, but diversification efforts (e.g., NTT Japan, VodafoneZiggo cloud ops) mitigate risk. 66% of revenue now recurring (managed services), reducing exposure to project timing volatility.
- **Backlog Composition**: $80M QoQ growth driven by AT&T cloud migration ramp-up and PROFINET acquisition. 3.5% YoY growth (pro forma) reflects accelerating deal execution, offsetting $6M FX headwinds.
- **Cloud Growth**: FY25 cloud revenue expected to grow >10%, with VodafoneZiggo, CT Montenegro, and connectX (AWS telco-in-a-box) leading the charge.


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- **Revenue Growth**: Q1 $1.25B (+5% YoY), with 58% from high-margin managed services and 20%+ cloud revenue growth. 
- **AI Breakthrough**: Generative AI POCs reduce handling time by 50%, with production deployments expected in next 2 quarters. 
- **Cloud Expansion**: Won 12 new cloud deals, including NTT Fernet and Delta Fiber, driving double-digit growth. 
- **Financial Strength**: 18.1% operating margin, $139M free cash flow, and $210M returned to shareholders in Q1. 
- **Guidance**: FY24 EPS growth 8-12%, 4th straight year of double-digit growth, and $750M free cash flow target.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Record Revenue Growth**: Q1 revenue of $1.25 billion, up 5% YoY, driven by North American market recovery and cloud migration projects (e.g., T-Mobile, AT&T). 
- **Backlog Expansion**: 12-month backlog reaches $4.21 billion (+3% YoY), with $60 million sequential growth from new deals like NTT Fernet and Delta Fiber. 
- **AI Strategy Progress**: Generative AI now embedded in core products (e.g., AmdocsQ Pro), with pilot use cases reducing handling time by 50% and deflecting 20% of customer inquiries. 
- **Cloud Momentum**: Double-digit growth in cloud activities, winning deals in Canada, Southeast Asia, and Japan. 
- **Customer Wins**: New logos in Spain (FiNetwork), Netherlands (Delta Fiber), and UAE (Etisalat by EN), plus expanded agreements with AT&T, T-Mobile, and Claro Brazil. 

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Top Line Performance**: Q1 GAAP revenue $1.245 billion (+4.8% YoY in constant currency), with 58% of revenue from high-margin managed services. 
- **Profitability Improvement**: Non-GAAP operating margin 18.1% (+40bps YoY), driven by automation and AI adoption. 
- **Cash Flow Strength**: Free cash flow $139 million (excluding $16M restructuring), with $750M annual target supporting 100% conversion of non-GAAP net income. 
- **Shareholder Returns**: $210M returned via buybacks and dividends in Q1, with plans to return majority of free cash flow in FY24. 
- **Balance Sheet Health**: $601M cash on hand, investment-grade ratings from S&P and Moody’s. 

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Legacy vs. Modernization Tradeoff**: Customers maintaining legacy spending while accelerating cloud and AI projects, with no material change in headwinds vs. prior guidance. 
- **AI Adoption**: Early POCs showing 20% call deflection and 50% handling time reduction in care, with production deployments expected in next 2 quarters. 
- **Cloud Momentum**: 20%+ cloud revenue growth YoY, with pipeline supporting double-digit expansion. 
- **Customer Confidence**: 100% managed services renewal rate, new logos in Europe and North America, and $60M sequential backlog growth. 
- **FY24 Outlook**: 1.2-5.2% YoY revenue growth (midpoint 3.2%), 8-12% EPS growth, and 4th straight year of double-digit EPS growth. 


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