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Dassault Systemes Reports First-Quarter Results in Line With Estimates
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on April 23, 2026
2 min readLast updated: April 23, 2026
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Dassault Systèmes delivered Q1 revenue of €1.51bn—on target with its forecast—and maintained guidance for full-year 2026, backed by strength in its 3DEXPERIENCE and Cloud segments amid stable margin performance.
Dassault Systemes reports first-quarter revenue in line with estimates
First-Quarter Financial Performance and Business Highlights
Revenue and Market Demand
April 23 (Reuters) - French software maker Dassault Systemes on Thursday reported first-quarter revenue of 1.51 billion euros ($1.77 billion), in line with estimates, helped by strong demand for its 3DExperience and Cloud businesses.
Industry Challenges and Strategic Focus
Hit by a prolonged slowdown in the global auto industry, Dassault Systemes, which provides software to automakers, plane manufacturers and industrial firms, is increasingly tapping augmented AI and data centers to drive growth.
Flagship Products and Solutions
Its flagship software platform 3DExperience offers 3D modelling, data management and project management tools.
Financial Metrics and Regional Growth
Overall group revenue rose 3% on a constant-currency basis from a year earlier, while operating margin came in at 30.3%.
"Europe saw healthy growth this quarter, broad data across regions, with strong contributions from consumer-centric industries", group CFO Rouven Bergmann told reporters.
Sector Performance and Key Clients
He said Dassault's offerings in product lifecycle management were growing faster in sectors such as food and beverage, and retail, with clients including Amazon and Ferrero.
Outlook and Forecasts
The group in February had forecast total quarterly revenue between 1.48 and 1.54 billion euros and an operating margin of 29.2%-30.7%.
On Thursday, it confirmed its full-year outlook for sales of 6.29 and 6.41 billion euros, an operating margin of 32.2% to 32.6%, and earnings per share of 1.30 to 1.34 euros.
Currency Note
($1 = 0.8548 euros)
(Reporting by Alessandro Parodi in Gdansk, editing by Sonia Cheema)
Key Takeaways
- •Q1 revenue of €1.51 billion matched company forecasts and came in flat on a constant‑currency basis (–4% year‑on‑year) as guided in February (investor.3ds.com).
- •Operating margin stood at 30.3%, within the previously forecast range of 29.2%–30.7%; full‑year outlook affirmed: sales €6.29–6.41 billion, margin 32.2%–32.6%, EPS €1.30–1.34 (investor.3ds.com).
- •Momentum continues in Dassault’s strategic growth areas—3DEXPERIENCE platform, Cloud, and AI‑powered offerings like 3D UNIV+RSES—anchoring future recurring and subscription revenue expansion (investor.3ds.com).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dassault Systemes reports first-quarter results in line with estimates
1What was Dassault Systemes' first-quarter 2024 revenue?
Dassault Systemes reported Q1 2024 revenue of 1.51 billion euros ($1.77 billion), in line with estimates.
2How did Dassault Systemes’ Q1 2024 revenue perform year-over-year?
Q1 2024 revenue fell 4% on a constant-currency basis compared to the same period last year.
3What was Dassault Systemes’ operating margin for the first quarter?
The operating margin for Q1 2024 was 30.3%.
4Did Dassault Systemes confirm its full-year financial outlook?
Yes, Dassault Systemes confirmed its full-year outlook for revenue and operating margin.
5Which business segments drove Dassault Systemes’ Q1 results?
Strong sales from the 3DExperience and Cloud businesses contributed to the Q1 results.
