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PTC·PTC Inc.

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-. (-.%)
High
$149.00
Open
$146.82
Market Cap
17.12B
52W High
$219.69
Low
$144.45
P. Close
$148.23
P/E
13.74
52W Low
$130.89
Fwd P/E
17.16
Mean Target
-
Technical Score (1D)
73
BUY
News Sentiment
74
BULLISH
PTC secured a significant win with Mazda selecting its Codebeamer Application Lifecycle Management solution to advance software-defined vehicle development, aiming to standardize processes and accelerate product cycles. This follows the U.S. Army's designation of PTC's Windchill platform as its official system for enterprise product data and lifecycle management, reinforcing the company's strong position in critical defense sectors. These developments underscore a growing demand for robust product lifecycle management and application development tools, particularly in complex industries like automotive and defense. The company also reported strong Q2 results, exceeding expectations and leading to a raised full-year 2026 guidance, alongside an expanded share repurchase program. Analyst sentiment remains largely positive, with Argus Research raising its price target to $160, reflecting confidence in PTC's growth trajectory. While PTC's stock experienced a recent decline following the April PPI report and a surge in Treasury yields, which negatively impacts the present value of software earnings, the underlying fundamentals and strategic wins suggest resilience. Investors should monitor the continued adoption of Codebeamer in the automotive sector and the long-term impact of the U.S. Army contract, alongside upcoming earnings reports for further insights into enterprise software spending trends.
Earnings Summary
PTC Inc. is a global software provider focused on product lifecycle management (PLM) and industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions, serving manufacturers across various industries. The company's offerings, including Windchill, ThingWorx, and Creo, aim to enhance product design, development, and operational efficiency. PTC operates within the technology sector, specifically in the application software industry, where demand for digital transformation tools remains robust. Analyzing PTC's recent earnings, the company demonstrated a strong performance in Q3 2026, reporting an actual EPS of $3.47 against an estimate of $2.27, a significant beat. This followed a beat in Q2 2026 with actual EPS of $2.69 versus an estimate of $2.11. Revenue also showed positive momentum, with Q2 2026 revenue at $774.3 million, exceeding the estimate of $712.7 million. Prior to these quarters, the trend showed acceleration in EPS growth, with Q1 2025 actual EPS of $1.79 beating the estimate of $1.40, and Q2 2025 actual EPS of $1.64 beating the estimate of $1.21. The company has consistently beaten analyst estimates for EPS in the reported periods. Historically, PTC has shown a positive year-over-year growth trajectory in its earnings. The company has a pattern of exceeding analyst expectations, particularly in recent quarters. For instance, the significant EPS beat in Q3 2025 and Q2 2026 highlights its ability to outperform projections. While revenue estimates were not consistently provided for all historical quarters, the actual revenue figures in the most recent periods indicate strong top-line performance, suggesting a consistent growth pattern. Recent news highlights significant strategic wins for PTC, including Mazda's selection of its Codebeamer ALM solution and the U.S. Army's designation of its Windchill platform. These developments underscore strong demand for PTC's enterprise software solutions in key sectors like automotive and defense. The company also raised its full-year 2026 guidance following strong Q2 results and expanded its share repurchase program, signaling management's confidence. Despite a recent stock dip attributed to macroeconomic factors, analyst sentiment remains largely positive, with some raising price targets. Looking ahead, investors will want to watch for continued adoption and success of Codebeamer within the automotive sector and the long-term impact of the U.S. Army's Windchill implementation. Key will be the company's ability to sustain its strong EPS growth and revenue momentum in upcoming quarters, particularly in light of the raised guidance and positive strategic contract wins, to see if it continues to meet Peter Lynch's GARP criteria.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.50$1.34$2.18$3.02$3.86Q4'24Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q2'26Q3'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'26$1.57 - -
Q2'26$2.11$2.69+27.5%
Q3'25$2.27$3.47+52.7%
Q2'25$1.21$1.64+35.3%
Q1'25$1.40$1.79+27.6%
Q4'24$0.89$1.10+23.8%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$516M$623M$729M$836M$943MQ4'24Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q2'26Q3'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q3'26$613M - -
Q2'26$713M$774M+8.6%
Q3'25 - $894M -
Q2'25 - $644M -
Q1'25 - $636M -
Q4'24 - $565M -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

PTC Stock Snapshot

PTC is currently trading at $144.46, giving PTC Inc. a market cap of 17.12B and a P/E ratio of 13.7. Today's range spans $144.45–$149.00, with shares opening at $146.82 and moving down $3.77 (2.5%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 73/100 (BUY) with a news sentiment reading of 74/100.

Over the past year PTC has traded between $130.89 and $219.69 - the current price is +10.4% off the 52-week low and -34.2% from the high.

PTC carries a BUY signal on a 73/100 technical score, trades at $144.46 (near 52-week lows), and has bullish sentiment at 74/100. At 17.12B in Technology market cap (P/E: 13.7), the name has scale without the index-anchor inertia of mega-cap peers - which means when the bullish momentum runs, the percentage move can be meaningfully larger. Annual range: $130.89–$219.69.

The combination of a BUY signal (73/100) and bullish news sentiment (74/100) puts PTC on the screens of active managers who run quality-momentum overlays — a cohort that can build meaningful positions at 17.12B in Technology market cap without immediately moving the stock. At $144.46 (near 52-week lows in the $130.89–$219.69 range), the entry discipline is clean and the potential re-rating if sentiment continues to improve is meaningful.

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