nCino (NCNO) NCNO Q2 Financial Results Summary
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nCino (NCNO) Q2 2027: Revenue Growth and Strong Margin Expansion — Positive Outlook
nCino, Inc. (NASDAQ: NCNO) reported its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2027, revealing a solid performance that exceeded expectations. Total revenues reached $161.0 million, marking an increase of $12.2 million or 8% year-over-year from $148.8 million in Q2 FY 2026. Subscription revenues also saw a healthy rise, climbing to $143.5 million, which is a 10% increase from $130.8 million in the same quarter last year.
This quarter's results are a positive development for shareholders, reflecting not only revenue growth but also significant improvements in operational efficiency. The GAAP operating margin improved to 8%, up 1,500 basis points year-over-year, while the non-GAAP operating margin reached 25%, an increase of 500 basis points. These metrics indicate that nCino is effectively managing its costs while driving revenue growth, which is crucial for long-term profitability.
Key Financial Metrics:
- Total Revenues: $161.0 million, up $12.2 million or +8% YoY
- Subscription Revenues: $143.5 million, up $12.7 million or +10% YoY
- GAAP Operating Margin: 8%, up 1,500 basis points YoY
- Non-GAAP Operating Margin: 25%, up 500 basis points YoY
- Free Cash Flow: $34.0 million, up $21.4 million or +170% YoY
- GAAP Income from Operations: $13.6 million, compared to a loss of $(9.3) million in Q2 FY 2026
- Non-GAAP Operating Income: $40.8 million, up $10.8 million or +36% YoY
The announcement of a new $100 million stock repurchase authorization further underscores the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders. This follows the execution of $300 million in stock repurchases since April 2025, indicating strong confidence in the company's future prospects and operational execution.
Recent Business Highlights:
- Renewed and expanded contracts with four U.S. enterprise accounts, collectively representing over $900 billion in assets.
- Signed a development finance institution in Germany, enhancing nCino's presence in the DACH region.
- Expanded relationships with existing customers, including a U.S. regional bank for consumer lending and a community bank in Iowa for commercial onboarding.
Guidance:
Looking ahead, nCino provided guidance for the third quarter ending October 31, 2026, with total revenues expected to be between $161.25 million and $163.25 million. Subscription revenues are projected to be between $143.25 million and $145.25 million, while non-GAAP operating income is anticipated to be between $42.0 million and $44.0 million. For the full fiscal year 2027, total revenues are expected to be between $644.0 million and $647.0 million.
Analyst View:
Overall, this quarter's results are encouraging for nCino and its shareholders. The combination of revenue growth, margin expansion, and a proactive approach to share repurchases positions the company favorably in the market. The strong performance in free cash flow also suggests that nCino is generating sufficient cash to support its growth initiatives and shareholder returns.
Investors should keep an eye on the upcoming quarter's performance, particularly how nCino continues to leverage its AI capabilities and expand its customer base. The company's ability to maintain momentum in revenue growth and operational efficiency will be critical as it navigates the competitive landscape of financial services technology.
Note: All amounts in the following tables are in thousands.
| Three Mont… | 2025 | 2026 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ... | $ 130… | $ 143,… | $ 256,… | $ 284… |
| Sub… | 18,… | 17,5… | 36,6… | 36,… |
| and | ||||
| oth… | ||||
| Tot… | 148… | 161,… | 292,… | 320… |
| rev… | ||||
| Cost | ||||
| of | ||||
| rev… | ||||
| Sub… | 37,… | 39,9… | 74,1… | 79,… |
| Pro… | 22,… | 20,3… | 44,2… | 39,… |
| and | ||||
| oth… | ||||
| Tot… | ||||
| cost | 60,… | 60,2… | 118,… | 118… |
| of | ||||
| rev… | ||||
| Gro… | 88,… | 100,… | 174,… | 201… |
| pro… | ||||
| Gro… | ||||
| mar… | 59 % | 63 % | 60 % | 63 % |
| % | ||||
| Ope… | ||||
| exp… | ||||
| Sal… | 37,… | 36,9… | 70,2… | 70,… |
| mar… | ||||
| Res… | 34,… | 31,0… | 68,0… | 59,… |
| dev… | ||||
| Gen… | 25,… | 19,1… | 47,1… | 36,… |
| adm… | ||||
| Tot… | ||||
| ope… | 97,… | 87,1… | 185,… | 166… |
| exp… | ||||
| Inc… | (lo… | -9,… | 13,6… | 34,… |
| from | ||||
| ope… | ||||
| Non… | inc… | (ex… | Int… | 513 |
| inc… | ||||
| Int… | -4,… | -5,2… | -8,8… | -9,… |
| exp… | ||||
| Oth… | inc… | 717 | -750 | 16,8… |
| (ex… | ||||
| net | Inc… | (lo… | -12… | 7,924 |
| bef… | ||||
| inc… | tax… | 1,2… | 1,526 | 5,743 |
| pro… | Net | inc… | -13… | 6,398 |
| inc… | (lo… | 714 | 2 | 1,3… |
| att… | to | red… | non… | int… |
| Adj… | att… | 1,6… | 603 | 1,991 |
| red… | non… | int… | Net | inc… |
| (lo… | att… | -15… | 5,081 | -9,6… |
| to | nCi… | Inc. | ||
| Net | inc… | $ -0.… | 0.05 | $ -0.08 |
| (lo… | per | sha… | att… | to |
| nCi… | Inc | Bas… | $ -0.… | 0.05 |
| Dil… | $ -0.… | 0.05 | $ -0.08 | 0.18 |
| Wei… | ave… | num… | of | com… |
| sha… | out… | Bas… | 115… | 104,… |
| Dil… | 115… | 105,… | 114… | 105… |
Note: All amounts in the following tables are in thousands.
| January 31, 2026 | July 31, 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| Assets | ||
| Current assets | ||
| Cash and cash equivalents | $ 88,374 | $ 83,290 |
| Accounts receivable, net | 166,540 | 122,365 |
| Costs capitalized to obtain | ||
| revenue | 17,211 | 16,935 |
| contracts, current portion, net | ||
| Prepaid expenses and other | ||
| current assets | 21,378 | 20,311 |
| Total current assets | 293,503 | 242,901 |
| Property and equipment, net | 75,607 | 73,636 |
| Operating lease right-of-use | 12,687 | 11,627 |
| assets, net | ||
| Costs capitalized to obtain | ||
| revenue | 30,735 | 29,870 |
| contracts, noncurrent, net | ||
| Goodwill | 1,077,947 | 1,075,770 |
| Intangible assets, net | 135,658 | 117,392 |
| Investments | 7,262 | 7,262 |
| Long-term prepaid expenses and | ||
| other assets | 14,707 | 13,295 |
| Total assets | $ 1,648,106 | $ 1,571,753 |
| Liabilities, redeemable | ||
| non-controlling | ||
| interest, and stockholders’ | ||
| equity | ||
| Current liabilities | ||
| Accounts payable | $ 14,521 | $ 14,840 |
| Accrued expenses and other | ||
| current liabilities | 64,372 | 39,215 |
| Deferred revenue, current | ||
| portion | 210,552 | 218,810 |
| Debt, current portion, net | 9,803 | |
| Financing obligations, current | 818 | 393 |
| portion | ||
| Operating lease liabilities, | 4,229 | 3
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