Fastly Shares Rally 34% After $175M Q4 Beat, Raises 2026 Guide
Fastly reported fourth-quarter revenue of $175 million, up 14% year-over-year, beating the $168 million analysts forecast and delivering earnings of $0.02 per share versus a loss last year. Shares jumped 34% on investors’ optimism after management raised 2026 revenue guidance to $740 million–$760 million and highlighted AI-driven edge computing demand.
1. Strong Q4 Results
Fastly posted fourth-quarter revenue of $175 million, up 14% year-over-year, driven by increased enterprise adoption of its edge cloud services. The company delivered earnings of $0.02 per share, returning to profitability compared to a loss in the prior year, reflecting better cost management and higher gross margins.
2. Robust Share Price Reaction
Shares soared 34% in after-hours trading, the largest single-day gain in over two years, as volume spiked and analysts raised price targets. Investors cheered both the revenue beat and management’s positive outlook on future growth.
3. AI-Driven Edge Computing Strategy
Management emphasized Fastly’s expansion into AI-enabled edge offerings, including real-time model inferencing at the network edge and integrations with leading machine-learning platforms. This strategic push aims to meet rising demand for low-latency processing in media delivery and AI workloads.
4. Upgraded 2026 Outlook
Fastly raised its full-year 2026 revenue guidance to a range of $740 million–$760 million, up from prior guidance of $710 million–$730 million, and forecast adjusted EBITDA margins above 20%. The company plans to invest further in infrastructure to support higher traffic volumes and AI-driven services.