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Jan 31
Wiley Q3 2026 Earnings Report
Wiley reported modest revenue growth in Q3 2026 with strong margin expansion and improved profitability driven by cost discipline and Research segment momentum.
Key Takeaways
Wiley delivered Q3 FY2026 revenue of 410036000 with significant profitability improvement as operating income rose 21% year over year and adjusted operating margin expanded to 17%. Growth was driven by Research Publishing while Learning declined slightly amid softer market conditions.
Revenue increased 1% year over year to 410036000 driven by Research segment growth.
Operating income rose 21% year over year to 62758000 reflecting strong cost discipline.
Adjusted operating margin expanded to 17.0% from 14.2% in the prior year period.
Research segment growth offset a slight decline in the Learning segment.
Revenue by Segment
Forward Guidance
Wiley reaffirmed its fiscal 2026 outlook with expectations for low-single-digit revenue growth, improved profitability, and approximately 200000000 in free cash flow driven by Research and AI momentum.
Positive Outlook
- Adjusted EBITDA margin expected between 25.5% and 26.5%.
- Adjusted EPS expected between 3.90 and 4.35.
- Revenue expected to grow at low-single-digit rate in FY2026.
- Free cash flow projected to reach approximately 200000000.
- Research publishing and AI-related services expected to remain strong growth drivers.
Challenges Ahead
- Learning segment revenue declined during the quarter.
- Professional learning faced softer retail and market conditions.
- Foreign currency comparisons created unfavorable revenue comparisons.
- Research Solutions revenue declined slightly due to weaker recruiting and database demand.
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