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Oracle Corporation(ORCL)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
ORCL•NYSE
$141.64
24.3× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
AboutOracle Corporation offers products and services that address enterprise information technology environments worldwide. Its Oracle cloud software as a service offering include various cloud software applications, including Oracle Fusion cloud enterprise resource planning (ERP), Oracle Fusion cloud enterprise performance management, Oracle Fusion cloud supply chain and manufacturing management, Oracle Fusion cloud human capital management, Oracle Advertising, and NetSuite applications suite, as well as Oracle Fusion Sales, Service, and Marketing. The company also offers cloud-based industry solutions for various industries; Oracle application licenses; and Oracle license support services. In addition, it provides cloud and license business' infrastructure technologies, such as the Oracle Database, an enterprise database; Java, a software development language; and middleware, including development tools and others. The company's cloud and license business' infrastructure technologies also comprise cloud-based compute, storage, and networking capabilities; and Oracle autonomous database, MySQL HeatWave, Internet-of-Things, digital assistant, and blockchain. Further, it provides hardware products and other hardware-related software offerings, including Oracle engineered systems, enterprise servers, storage solutions, industry-specific hardware, virtualization software, operating systems, management software, and related hardware services; and consulting and customer services. The company markets and sells its cloud, license, hardware, support, and services offerings directly to businesses in various industries, government agencies, and educational institutions, as well as through indirect channels. Oracle Corporation was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.Show more
- Revenue$67.36B+17.4%
- EBITDA$28.72B+20.4%
- Net Income$17.09B+37.3%
- EPS (Diluted)5.83+34.3%
- Gross Margin65.2%-7.5%
- EBITDA Margin42.64%+2.6%
- Operating Margin30.85%+0.2%
- Net Margin25.37%+17.0%
- ROE53.38%-35.2%
ORCL Price & Volume
Oracle Corporation (ORCL) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Aggressive Cloud Infrastructure Investment Drives Revenue Acceleration
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q4
VerdictNeutral
Growth:Accelerating
Profitability:Moderate
Financial:Strained
Cash Flow:Deteriorating
Primary Risk:High capital intensity
Key Thesis Takeaways
- Oracle is undergoing a fundamental transformation into a capital-intensive cloud infrastructure provider, evidenced by revenue growth accelerating to 20.6% in 2026Q4.
- While this pivot captures significant enterprise demand, it has resulted in substantial margin compression and a shift toward a highly leveraged balance sheet with $156.2 billion in total debt.
- Investors should monitor whether the massive $129.6 billion investment in net property, plant, and equipment can eventually generate sustainable free cash flow, which currently sits at a negative $1.9 billion.
Verdict Logic
while the 20.6% revenue growth rate is compelling, the current negative free cash flow and the 3.63x debt-to-equity ratio suggest significant execution risk remains during this infrastructure build-out phase.
ORCL Growth Metrics
Oracle Corporation (ORCL) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years6.16%
5 Years10.72%
3 Years10.48%
TTM17.35%
Profit CAGR
10 Years6.74%
5 Years4.45%
3 Years26.19%
TTM37.32%
EPS CAGR
10 Years10.91%
5 Years5.08%
3 Years23.83%
TTM34.33%
Return on Capital
10 Years13.09%
5 Years12.83%
3 Years13.34%
Last Year11.68%
ORCL Recent Earnings
Oracle Corporation (ORCL) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 8/12 qtrs (67%)●Beat Revenue 4/12 qtrs (33%)
Q3 2026Latest
Jun 10, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$2.11+7.7%
$1.96
Rev
$19.2B+0.4%
$19.1B
Q2 2026
Mar 10, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.79+5.3%
$1.70
Rev
$17.2B+1.6%
$16.9B
Q4 2025
Dec 10, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$2.26+37.8%
$1.64
Rev
$16.1B-0.8%
$16.2B
Q4 2025
Sep 9, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.47-0.7%
$1.48
Rev
$14.9B-0.8%
$15.0B
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q3 2026Latest | Jun 10, 2026 | $2.11vs $1.96+7.7% | $19.2Bvs $19.1B+0.4% |
| Q2 2026 | Mar 10, 2026 | $1.79vs $1.70+5.3% | $17.2Bvs $16.9B+1.6% |
| Q4 2025 | Dec 10, 2025 | $2.26vs $1.64+37.8% | $16.1Bvs $16.2B-0.8% |
| Q4 2025 | Sep 9, 2025 | $1.47vs $1.48-0.7% | $14.9Bvs $15.0B-0.8% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Latest ORCL News
Recent stock market news and headlines for Oracle Corporation (ORCL)
The Motley Fool·1 day ago
Why Oracle Stock Slipped 35% in JuneOracle's June earnings pointed to continued cash burn in the coming year. The company is growing quickly, but its cloud business has not proven it can be profitable yet.
Market Watch·1 day ago
Software stocks have rarely seen such divergent performances. Here's how to pick winners.An Evercore analyst notes that infrastructure software stocks have vastly outperformed application names. But there's still hope for companies like Salesforce.
Finbold·1 day ago
Wall Street analyst sets Oracle stock price target for 12 monthsAs Wall Street analysts signal a potential rebound for Oracle Corp. (NYSE: NYSE) stock, Billy Fitzsimmons from Piper Sandler reiterated his 12-month bullish forecast.
Invezz·1 day ago
Oracle shares rose as investors reassess AI-driven sell-offOracle Corp. (ORCL) shares gained 1.3% on Monday as investors returned to the stock following a sharp, debt-driven sell-off, amid improving broader market sentiment. The recovery also came as broader market sentiment improved, with the Nasdaq Composite gaining 0.95% and the S&P 500 advancing 0.44%.
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Oracle Corporation (ORCL)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $141.64 | $407.36B | 24.30 | 17.35% | 25.37% | 53.38% | 1.4% | |
| $162.77 | $189.67B | 23.78 | 7.68% | 19.58% | 16.69% | — | |
| $306.13 | $287.16B | 27.41 | 7.62% | 15.61% | 35.44% | — | |
| $388.84 | $2.89T | 28.51 | 14.93% | 39.34% | 33.13% | — | |
| $110.73 | $114.73B | 66.31 | 20.88% | 12.59% | 14.98% | — | |
| $281.17 | $76.91B | 20.57 | 15.63% | 21.91% | 23.29% | — |
Compare ORCL vs Peers
Oracle Corporation (ORCL) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
ORCL SEC Filings & Documents
Oracle Corporation (ORCL) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
8-K Announcements
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Jun 10, 2026·SEC
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May 12, 2026·SEC
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Apr 6, 2026·SEC
10-K Annual Reports
210-Q Quarterly Reports
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ORCL Frequently Asked Questions
Oracle Corporation (ORCL) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Oracle Corporation's revenue?
Oracle Corporation (ORCL) reported $67.36B in revenue for fiscal year 2026. This represents a 1085% increase from $5.68B in 1997.
How fast is Oracle Corporation growing?
Oracle Corporation (ORCL) grew revenue by 17.4% over the past year. This is strong growth.
Is ORCL profitable?
Yes, Oracle Corporation (ORCL) is profitable, generating $17.09B in net income for fiscal year 2026 (25.4% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does ORCL pay dividends?
Yes, Oracle Corporation (ORCL) pays a dividend with a yield of 1.40%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is ORCL's return on equity?
Oracle Corporation (ORCL) has a return on equity (ROE) of 53.4%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.
What is Oracle Corporation's free cash flow?
Oracle Corporation (ORCL) had negative free cash flow of $23.69B in fiscal year 2026, likely due to heavy capital investments.