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Fiscal Year 2026
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Divestiture of the Upserve U.S. Hospitality product line for up to $81 million sharpens focus on core growth engines in North America retail and European hospitality. The move is expected to improve gross margins, streamline operations, and boost profitability, with fiscal 2027 adjusted EBITDA projected at $75–$95 million.
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Q3 revenue and adjusted EBITDA exceeded expectations, driven by strong growth in North America retail and European hospitality. Customer locations and ARPU rose, software margins improved, and positive free cash flow was achieved. Fiscal 2026 guidance was raised, reflecting continued momentum.
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Revenue, gross profit, and adjusted EBITDA exceeded expectations, driven by strong growth in North American retail and European hospitality, robust AI-driven product innovation, and effective outbound sales. Fiscal 2026 outlook was raised, with continued focus on profitability and cash flow.
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Revenue grew 15% year-over-year to $305 million, with gross profit up 19% and adjusted EBITDA up 55%. Growth was driven by strong performance in North American retail and European hospitality, higher ARPU, and expanding payments penetration. Guidance for fiscal 2026 remains robust.
Fiscal Year 2025
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The meeting confirmed the election of all board nominees, reappointment of auditors, and approval of the executive compensation approach. Fiscal 2025 saw strong financial growth, a strategic focus on retail and hospitality, and significant share repurchases.
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Annual revenue surpassed $1 billion with 18% growth and adjusted EBITDA of $53.7 million. Focused on North American retail and European hospitality, the company saw strong product innovation, record outbound sales, and significant share buybacks. Fiscal 2026 guidance targets 10%-12% revenue growth and continued margin expansion.
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Lightspeed is focusing on North American retail and EMEA hospitality, leveraging targeted outbound sales, product innovation, and a robust wholesale network to drive profitable growth. Financial guidance calls for 15%-18% gross profit CAGR and 20% EBITDA margin by FY2028, with disciplined capital allocation and ongoing share buybacks.
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Transformation centers on North America retail and EMEA hospitality, with efficiency gains and profitability from other markets. Accelerated software growth, targeted price increases, and new product modules drive performance, while outbound sales and flagship adoption support future expansion.
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Revenue grew 17% year-over-year, driven by software and payments, with adjusted EBITDA up over 350%. Strategic focus is on North American retail and European hospitality, supported by a $400 million share repurchase and raised EBITDA guidance.
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Revenue grew 20% year-over-year to $277.2 million, with record adjusted EBITDA and strong payments penetration. Strategic focus is shifting to North American retail and European hospitality, with guidance raised for fiscal 2025 and continued investment in product innovation and sales expansion.
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Revenue grew 27% year-over-year to $266.1M, with adjusted EBITDA of $10.2M and payments penetration rising to 36%. Flagship products and high GTV customers drove growth, while cost control and innovation supported profitability. Software revenue acceleration and further margin improvements are expected in the second half.
Fiscal Year 2024
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Lightspeed is focusing on complex retail and hospitality merchants, driving growth through flagship platforms, integrated payments, and capital services. Product innovation and data-driven tools are increasing ARPU and operational efficiency, while strategic focus on North America retail and European hospitality is expected to enhance profitability and competitive positioning.
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Lightspeed has evolved into a global commerce platform, focusing on sophisticated, high-value merchants and expanding its Unified Payments initiative, which now powers 36% of GTV. The company is returning to a software upsell focus, growing outbound sales, and expects continued profitability and double-digit growth.
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The AGM covered board elections, auditor reappointment, and approval of executive compensation. Key initiatives included Unified Payments and product integration, with a focus on profitability and software revenue growth for fiscal 2025. All voting items passed.
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Profitability and growth are prioritized, with at least $40M EBITDA and 20% top-line growth targeted. Payments and software revenue are set to accelerate, driven by international expansion, flagship product adoption, and outbound sales. Gross margins remain strong, and capital and data initiatives offer further upside.