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<ul><li>Rubrik's recent quarterly performance showcased a notable blend of robust growth and strategic initiatives, presenting both opportunities and challenges for investors.</li><li>Key positives highlighted in the earnings call include impressive top-line growth and strong financial metrics.</li><li>The company reported a 36% year-over-year increase in subscription Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), reaching over $1.25 billion.</li></ul>

Rubrik's recent quarterly performance showcased a notable blend of robust growth and strategic initiatives, presenting both opportunities and challenges for investors.Key positives highlighted in the earnings call include impressive top-line growth and strong financial metrics.The company reported a 36% year-over-year increase in subscription Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), reaching over $1.25 billion.

Rubrik’s DSPM Integration – Could This Be the Future of Cyber Resilience?

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Andrei Zakharov

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<li>While Rubrik reported all key operating metrics and cash flow above expectations for 2Q’FY26, shares sold off over 10% on heavy volume.</li>
<li>+35% y/y 3Q’FY26/+25% y/y 4Q’FY26 revenue growth guide raises questions about next FY27, in my view. Rubrik stock continues to trade at a premium valuation.  </li>
<li>Given the trends in the quarter and guidance, I believe the cybersecurity company can achieve and sustain 25%+ y/y revenue growth in FY26, FY27 and FY28.</li>
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While Rubrik reported all key operating metrics and cash flow above expectations for 2Q’FY26, shares sold off over 10% on heavy volume.
+35% y/y 3Q’FY26/+25% y/y 4Q’FY26 revenue growth guide raises questions about next FY27, in my view. Rubrik stock continues to trade at a premium valuation.  
Given the trends in the quarter and guidance, I believe the cybersecurity company can achieve and sustain 25%+ y/y revenue growth in FY26, FY27 and FY28.


Rubrik 2Q’FY26 Wrap: Subscription NRR, Cash Flow Metrics Remain Robust. Growth Is Slowing Into FY27

Equity Capital Markets

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<li>Netskope Inc., a cloud-native cybersecurity company that redefines security and network for the era of cloud and AI, has announced the initial price range for its US IPO.</li>
<li>The offering is expected to be between $15.00 and $17.00 per share, implying a market cap of ~$6.2B at midpoint, ~22% discount to last round valuation of $7.5B.</li>
<li>IPO valuation at midpoint is very attractive valuation for a company that grows 30%+ per year. I have a positive view of upcoming Netskope IPO and see substantial “IPO pop”.</li>
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Netskope Inc., a cloud-native cybersecurity company that redefines security and network for the era of cloud and AI, has announced the initial price range for its US IPO.
The offering is expected to be between $15.00 and $17.00 per share, implying a market cap of ~$6.2B at midpoint, ~22% discount to last round valuation of $7.5B.
IPO valuation at midpoint is very attractive valuation for a company that grows 30%+ per year. I have a positive view of upcoming Netskope IPO and see substantial “IPO pop”.


Netskope IPO (NTSK.US): Very Attractive Valuation For a Company That Grows 30%+ Per Year

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<li>Netskope Inc., a high growth provider of enterprise network security platform called Netskope One platform, is expected to IPO in September.</li>
<li>The amount the cybersecurity company is planning to raise is not yet disclosed, but it’s likely to exceed $800M.  </li>
<li>Netskope’s growth profile at scale looks strong coupled with leadership position, large TAM and the company’s FCF-breakeven. Thus, a premium multiple is deserved.  </li>
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Netskope Inc., a high growth provider of enterprise network security platform called Netskope One platform, is expected to IPO in September.
The amount the cybersecurity company is planning to raise is not yet disclosed, but it’s likely to exceed $800M.  
Netskope’s growth profile at scale looks strong coupled with leadership position, large TAM and the company’s FCF-breakeven. Thus, a premium multiple is deserved.  


Netskope IPO Valuation Analysis: Multiple In Excess of the Security Software Market Is Well Deserved

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<li>Figma Inc., a fast-growing design software maker with strong VC backing, is expected to price the offering this week.</li>
<li>The company’s amended S-1 puts the initial price range per share at $25.00 to $28.00, implying a market cap of roughly $13B at the midpoint.</li>
<li>I have a positive view of upcoming Figma IPO and expect a strong first trading-day performance. The stock will begin trading on the NYSE on July 28, 2025.</li>
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Figma Inc., a fast-growing design software maker with strong VC backing, is expected to price the offering this week.
The company’s amended S-1 puts the initial price range per share at $25.00 to $28.00, implying a market cap of roughly $13B at the midpoint.
I have a positive view of upcoming Figma IPO and expect a strong first trading-day performance. The stock will begin trading on the NYSE on July 28, 2025.


Figma IPO (FIG.US): Investor Interest Remains Strong, Likely To Price IPO at Top of Range

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Rubrik, Inc. operates as a cloud data management and data security company. The Company offers a platform which helps enterprises to achieve resilience against cyber-attacks, malicious insiders, operational disruptions, cloud mobility, and regulatory compliance. Rubrik serves government, health care, education, legal, and financial industries worldwide.

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Figma Inc. finally sets terms for long-awaited IPO in the United States. In my insight, I discuss IPO valuation, post-listing trading dynamics and...

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Rubrik’s DSPM Integration – Could This Be the Future of Cyber Resilience?

Rubrik's recent quarterly performance showcased a notable blend of robust growth and strategic initiatives, presenting both opportunities and...

Baptista Research

Rubrik 2Q’FY26 Wrap: Subscription NRR, Cash Flow Metrics Remain Robust. Growth Is Slowing Into FY27

​Rubrik, a high-growth data security company, reported solid 2Q'FY26 financial results. In my insight, I update valuation model and set a new TP...

Andrei Zakharov

Netskope IPO (NTSK.US): Very Attractive Valuation For a Company That Grows 30%+ Per Year

​Cloud-native cybersecurity unicorn Netskope announces IPO price range of $15.00-$17.00 per share, with a market cap of ~$6.2B at midpoint,...

Andrei Zakharov

Netskope IPO Valuation Analysis: Multiple In Excess of the Security Software Market Is Well Deserved

In my insight, I dive deeper into the company's business and metrics. Moreover, I discuss IPO valuation and key investment risks

Andrei Zakharov

Figma IPO (FIG.US): Investor Interest Remains Strong, Likely To Price IPO at Top of Range

​Figma Inc. finally sets terms for long-awaited IPO in the United States. In my insight, I discuss IPO valuation, post-listing trading dynamics and...

Andrei Zakharov

Rubrik, a high-growth data security company, reported solid 2Q'FY26 financial results. In my insight, I update valuation model and set a new TP...

Cloud-native cybersecurity unicorn Netskope announces IPO price range of $15.00-$17.00 per share, with a market cap of ~$6.2B at midpoint,...

Figma Inc. finally sets terms for long-awaited IPO in the United States. In my insight, I discuss IPO valuation, post-listing trading dynamics and...