Bentley Systems Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Bentley Systems (Nasdaq:BSY) announced the finalists for the 2021 Going Digital Awards in Infrastructure, recognizing 57 projects from nearly 300 nominations by over 230 organizations across 45 countries. The event is part of the virtual Year in Infrastructure series, running from November 1 to December 2, 2021, culminating in the announcement of winners on December 2. Bentley's chief marketing officer remarked on the resilience shown amidst the pandemic through the quality of nominations, emphasizing the role of digital advancements in infrastructure.

Bentley Systems (NASDAQ: BSY) has acquired Canadian software firm Minalytix, enhancing its Seequent business unit's cloud solutions for mining operations. Minalytix's MX Deposit platform streamlines drill hole and sample data management, supporting various mining activities such as exploration and production.

The integration is expected to improve data confidence and workflow efficiency for geologists and engineers, allowing real-time collaboration and offering a robust data management solution scalable for different company sizes.

Bentley Systems (Nasdaq: BSY) has announced a $0.03 per share dividend for Q3 2021, payable on September 9, 2021, to stockholders of record by September 1, 2021. The company, specializing in infrastructure engineering software, generates over $800 million in annual revenue and operates globally. Bentley's software solutions are vital for infrastructure projects across various sectors including transportation, utilities, and buildings. Future dividends depend on financial conditions, as noted in their forward-looking statements.

Bentley Systems (BSY) reported strong Q2 2021 results with total revenues reaching $222.9 million, a 21.0% year-over-year increase. Subscription revenues grew 17.6% to $185.5 million. The company’s annualized recurring revenue (ARR) stood at $882.4 million, reflecting a 23% growth rate. Despite positive trends, GAAP operating income decreased to $32.2 million from $44.6 million year-over-year. The recent acquisition of Seequent contributed $4.0 million to revenues and $90.6 million to ARR. The 2021 revenue outlook was updated to $945-$960 million.

Bentley Systems (Nasdaq: BSY) announced the acquisition of Imago Inc., which specializes in cloud-based geoscientific imagery software. This strategic move aims to enhance Seequent's technology portfolio and cloud capabilities, aiding geoscientists in addressing earth, environmental, and energy challenges. Imago's platform facilitates the efficient management of geological images, integrating seamlessly with Seequent's existing tools like Leapfrog and Oasis montaj. The acquisition is poised to improve operational efficiency and decision-making in the mining industry, thus expanding Bentley’s market reach.

Bentley Systems (Nasdaq: BSY) has announced the release date for its second quarter 2021 operating results, scheduled for August 10, 2021, before market opening. A live Zoom webinar will occur at 8:15 a.m. Eastern time on the same day, accessible via registration. Additionally, Greg Bentley, the CEO, will present at the KeyBanc Technology Leadership Virtual Forum on August 11, 2021. Webcast and replay options will be available on the Investor Relations website following the events. Bentley Systems provides infrastructure engineering software to enhance global infrastructure.

Bentley Systems (Nasdaq: BSY) announced the acquisition of Denmark's Aarhus GeoSoftware, enhancing Seequent's solutions in operational groundwater management and sustainability projects. The AGS software suite, including AGS Workbench, offers advanced geophysical data processing for environmental projects. This acquisition is expected to improve subsurface investigations and modeling, integrating AGS capabilities with Seequent’s offerings for better groundwater management and infrastructure risk assessment. Seequent aims to leverage AGS's software globally for improved decision-making in sustainability.

Bentley Systems, a leader in infrastructure engineering software, has priced a private offering of $500 million in convertible senior notes due 2027. An additional $75 million may be available for purchase. The notes yield 0.375% interest and can be converted into shares of Bentley’s Class B common stock at a conversion price of approximately $83.23 per share. The proceeds, estimated at $487 million, will be used for repaying existing debt and related transaction costs. The offering is set to close on June 28, 2021.

Bentley Systems plans to offer $500 million in convertible senior notes due 2027, with a potential additional $75 million option for initial purchasers. The offering, available only to qualified institutional buyers, aims to repay existing debt and fund capped call transactions. The Notes are unsecured and will accrue interest payable semiannually. The conversion can occur into cash or shares of Class B common stock, subject to market conditions. This press release also contains forward-looking statements regarding potential risks and uncertainties associated with the offering.