GET DAILY SIGNALSCoursera (COUR) Q3 2026 Earnings: Integration Progress After the Udemy Combination
Key Takeaways
- Coursera is scheduled to report third quarter 2026 results on Thursday, October 29, 2026, after the U.S. market close.
- This is the first full quarter including Udemy's results following the combination completed on May 11, 2026.
- Company guidance calls for third quarter revenue of $364 million to $372 million and adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) of $52 million to $56 million.
- Analysts expect revenue of roughly $369 million and adjusted earnings per share near $0.18.
- Investors will focus on enterprise net revenue retention, paid subscriber growth, and progress on merger cost synergies.
Why This Report Matters for the Combined Platform
Coursera's third quarter update represents an important milestone in its shift toward becoming a larger online-learning player. Following the all-stock acquisition of Udemy in May 2026, the company is now bringing together two platforms, sales organizations, and subscriber bases. The results will help show whether the expected cost synergies and wider adjusted EBITDA margins are beginning to take shape. With recurring subscriptions accounting for more than 85% of revenue, the quarter also provides insight into the stability of enterprise and consumer demand. In my view, this print offers the clearest early indication of whether the merger is generating real value beyond added scale.
Guidance and Consensus Figures
For the quarter ended September 30, 2026, COUR has guided to revenue in the range of $364 million to $372 million and adjusted EBITDA between $52 million and $56 million. Wall Street estimates align near the middle of that range, with revenue projected at about $369 million and adjusted earnings per share around $0.18. For reference, second-quarter revenue came in at $298.6 million, reflecting 60% reported growth but roughly flat on a normalized basis that incorporates Udemy results prior to closing. I also checked this using Tickeron’s AI Screener to see how the stock compares to others in the industry. Metrics to monitor include enterprise net revenue retention, which declined to 91% last quarter, paid subscribers exceeding 1.65 million, and consumer subscription revenue making up more than 75% of that segment.
Investor Sentiment Ahead of the Release
Heading into the report, sentiment appears measured. Shares have traded toward the lower end of the 52-week range amid questions about integration pace and broader pressures on learning budgets. Management raised its full-year adjusted EBITDA margin outlook and noted quicker-than-expected synergies in July, which offered some reassurance, yet the market has not consistently reflected that progress. Potential areas of focus include the path of enterprise net revenue retention, performance in transactional consumer offerings, and the impact of one-time merger costs. A solid adjusted EBITDA result paired with steady or improving retention could carry more weight than revenue outperformance alone.
Forward Signals Worth Tracking
Looking past the headline numbers, several elements in the results and commentary merit attention. Enterprise demand durability stands out, with net revenue retention at 91% in the prior quarter amid mixed conditions for learning and development spending. Whether this metric holds or slips further will influence views on the segment’s trajectory. Margin delivery is another key theme, with a full-year adjusted EBITDA margin target near 14% and a fourth-quarter expectation above 16%. Progress toward the $85 million-plus annual synergy run-rate and the balance of recurring versus transactional revenue will show if that outlook remains on track. Finally, longer-term items such as the $100 million investment in LearnVector and the unified platform launch planned for early 2027 point to an AI-focused direction, though near-term execution on integration, cash flow, and retention is likely to take priority.
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COUR in +2.63% Uptrend, advancing for three consecutive days on October 20, 2026
Moving higher for three straight days is viewed as a bullish sign. Keep an eye on this stock for future growth. Considering data from situations where COUR advanced for three days, in 213 of 283 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 75%.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The RSI Indicator points to a transition from a downward trend to an upward trend -- in cases where COUR's RSI Indicator exited the oversold zone, 26 of 39 resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are 67%.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for COUR just turned positive on October 05, 2026. Looking at past instances where COUR's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in 35 of 49 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 71%.
COUR may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Stochastic Oscillator may be shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. In 46 of 56 cases where COUR's Stochastic Oscillator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 82%.
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on October 16, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on COUR as a result. In 75 of 84 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 89%.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where COUR declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 83%.
The Aroon Indicator for COUR entered a downward trend on October 08, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 24 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly undervalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (1.126) is normal, around the industry mean (1.344). P/E Ratio (-7.000) is within average values for comparable stocks, (9.787). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.000) is also within normal values, averaging (1.327). Dividend Yield (0.000) settles around the average of (4.793) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (1.087) is also within normal values, averaging (27.566).
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 31 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 62 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. COUR’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 94 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 100 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. COUR’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 85, placing this stock worse than average.
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