Palo Alto raises annual forecasts on strong AI cybersecurity demand, shares surge

Palo Alto raises annual forecasts on strong AI cybersecurity demand, shares surge June 2 : Palo Alto Networks raised its annual revenue and profit forecast on Tuesday, as enterprises increased spending on cloud, identity and AI-driven cybersecurity products amid a rising threat landscape, sending shares up 7.4 per cent in extended trading. Here are some details on the results: • Santa Clara, California-based Palo Alto expects revenue of $11.415 billion to $11.425 billion for fiscal 2026, above its prior projection of $11.28 billion to $11.31 billion. • AI has emerged as a major growth driver for the company, with rising AI-driven cyber threats expected to accelerate enterprise cybersecurity spending and strengthen demand for platform-based vendors such as Palo Alto Networks. • The company provides integrated network, cloud, identity and AI security solutions. • Palo Alto expects adjusted profit per share of $3.77 to $3.79 for fiscal 2026, up from its prior forecast of $3.65 to $3.70. • Revenue for the third quarter grew 31 per cent to $3 billion, above estimates of $2.94 billion, according to data compiled by LSEG.