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PTC develops industrial software for manufacturers and product companies that manage the design, production, and service of physical products. Its recurring company updates center on the Intelligent Product Lifecycle strategy, Windchill product lifecycle management, Codebeamer application lifecycle management, Creo computer-aided design, Arbortext technical publications, Servigistics service supply chain optimization, and AI capabilities layered on product data.
News also covers enterprise customer deployments in sectors such as defense, automotive, medical devices, and industrial equipment, including PLM, ALM, CAD, requirements management, technical documentation, and service-parts planning use cases. Financial releases emphasize ARR, operating cash flow, free cash flow, guidance, portfolio focus, go-to-market execution, and capital returns through share repurchase programs.
On February 2, 2022, PTC was named the overall leader in the enterprise augmented reality (AR) platforms market by ABI Research. The report highlighted PTC's Vuforia® Enterprise AR Solution Suite, emphasizing its strengths in innovation and implementation. The company excelled in areas such as computer vision, AI, and machine learning, along with a strong partner network and support for various AR hardware. This marks the second consecutive year PTC has received this recognition, solidifying its position in the AR market.
PTC reported strong Q1 2022 financial results with a constant currency ARR growth of 16%, reaching $1.51 billion. Operating cash flow was $138 million and adjusted free cash flow hit $145 million. Revenue increased to $458 million, a rise of 7% year-over-year. Operating margin was 14%, impacted by $34 million in restructuring costs. EPS rose to $0.39, compared to $0.20 last year. PTC raised its ARR guidance for FY 2022, reflecting strong demand for its SaaS offerings.
PTC has announced a strategic alliance with Schaeffler to standardize on PTC's solutions for an integrated IT landscape. This partnership enhances Schaeffler's digital transformation initiatives under their Roadmap 2025. The collaboration is built upon a successful 20-year relationship focusing on CAD and PLM solutions, crucial for developing digital twins and 3D models. The alliance aims for enterprise-wide integration, improving responses to market demands, innovation, and compliance with safety regulations.
PTC (NASDAQ: PTC) has secured a five-year contract with the United States Air Force (USAF) to expand its Servigistics Service Parts Management SaaS solution. This expansion is potentially worth up to $95 million if all options are exercised, supporting the USAF's ESCAPE supply chain program. The contract aims to enhance asset availability and optimize the service parts supply chain valued at $76 billion. PTC's solution is expected to improve readiness and reduce legacy system reliance.
PTC (NASDAQ: PTC) will release its fiscal 2022 first quarter results on January 26 after market close. A live webcast and conference call with senior management will follow at 5 PM ET on the same day to discuss the results. Access to the earnings press release and financial data will be available on the company's Investor Relations page prior to the call. This announcement prepares investors for potential insights into PTC's financial performance, product development, and market positioning.
BOSTON, Dec. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- PTC (NASDAQ: PTC) announced the appointment of Michal Katz to its Board of Directors, effective February 8, 2022. Katz brings over 20 years of Wall Street experience, currently leading Investment and Corporate Banking at Mizuho Americas. Her expertise in corporate finance and mergers and acquisitions is expected to enhance PTC's growth strategy. CEO Jim Heppelmann emphasized that Katz's insights will support PTC's continued innovation and shareholder value creation as the company embarks on its next phase of transformation towards SaaS.
On November 23, 2021, PTC and Rockwell Automation refuted a Berenberg Capital Markets report alleging Rockwell is severing financial ties with PTC and selling its 8.98% stake. Both companies confirmed that the strategic alliance remains intact, providing value-added solutions to manufacturing customers. Since 2018, Rockwell's substantial $1 billion investment in PTC allows for potential share sales under certain conditions. A new resale registration statement has been filed by PTC to comply with contractual obligations, further securing the ongoing partnership.
PTC (Nasdaq: PTC) announced its participation in several upcoming virtual investor conferences. Key events include the Nasdaq 43rd Investor Conference on November 30, 2021, at 8:30 am ET and the Barclays Global TMT Conference on December 8, 2021, at 8:35 am ET. Additionally, PTC will host its FY22 Investor Day on December 15, 2021, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm ET, featuring discussions on the company's outlook and a Q&A session. More details and webcasts are available on PTC's investor relations website.
PTC reported strong fiscal Q4 and full-year results for 2021, achieving a 23% increase in Q4 revenue to $481 million and 24% to $1.807 billion for the year. The company experienced a 16% growth in ARR to $1.47 billion and substantial operating cash flow growth of 58%. PTC is accelerating its SaaS transition, expecting 10-13% ARR growth for FY22, with significant investments in its Atlas platform. EPS surged to $2.46 in Q4 from $0.46, bolstered by a $69 million gain on Matterport investment. However, the company anticipates $45 to $50 million in restructuring charges in Q1 FY22.
On November 1, 2021, PTC announced its recognition as a Leader in multiple industry reports related to Industrial IoT, including ABI Research's Smart Manufacturing Platforms, Forrester Wave, IDC MarketScape, and Gartner Magic Quadrant. PTC is the only vendor to achieve this status across all four assessments, reinforcing its commitment to the market. CEO Jim Heppelmann emphasized the accomplishment as validation of PTC's strategies. The firm continues to develop its ThingWorx platform to address evolving manufacturing needs.