Fortinet (FTNT) slips on soft Q4 outlook after Q3 beat; price targets trimmed as company unveils “Secure AI Data Center” — Nov. 6, 2025
Earnings snapshot: strong quarter, but guidance cools sentiment What happened: Fortinet’s September‑quarter (Q3 FY25) revenue rose ~14% to ~$1.72B with adjusted EPS at $0.74 (vs. ~$0.63 expected). Billings—a forward demand proxy—also climbed ~14% to ~$1.81B. After the report, investors focused on the softer Q4 guide, which ran a touch below consensus and drove the shares lower in late trading. Investors Profitability: Management cited a record Q3 non‑GAAP operating margin of ~36.9% (GAAP operating margin also a third‑quarter record, per the release). That efficiency was a bright spot despite the cautious near‑term revenue view. Investing.com+1 Q4 & FY25 outlook: Fortinet now
