DXC earnings analysis
What we found in DXC's 10-K: the parts that mattered, the offsets in the same document, and what the company said about what comes next.
Our reading of the filing · Free to read, no account needed
DXC Technology's 2026 10-K reflects a challenging year with total revenues declining 1.8% to $12.64 billion and a significant drop in diluted EPS to $0.10 from $2.10 in 2025. Key segments showed varied performance, with Consulting & Engineering Services and Global Infrastructure Services experiencing revenue declines, while Insurance Software & Services reported growth. The company faces increasing operational and financial challenges, alongside a deteriorating competitive position and ongoing restructuring costs.
The parts that mattered.
Pulled out of the filing itself, with the figures the company reported.
- Strategic Focus on End-to-End IT Services
- DXC has adapted its reporting structure to three segments: Consulting & Engineering Services, Global Infrastructure Services, and Insurance Software & Services, reflecting its commitment to operational efficiency and innovation.
- Stable Free Cash Flow
- Free Cash Flow for FY26 was reported at $713 million, a slight increase from $687 million in FY25, indicating some operational resilience.
- Continued Share Buybacks
- The company repurchased 4.6 million shares in fiscal 2026, returning capital to shareholders amidst financial uncertainty.
- Strong Tax Credit Carryforwards
- The company has retained significant tax loss and credit carryforwards of $11.09 billion, providing potential future tax benefits.
- Revamped Cybersecurity Governance
- The company has implemented a robust cybersecurity risk management strategy, reflecting a proactive stance in an increasingly risk-laden environment.
- Increasing Cash Reserves
- As of March 31, 2026, DXC had $1.7 billion in cash and equivalents, providing a buffer for operational and strategic initiatives.
And the other side of it.
The offsets in the same document — the things a summary that only listed the good news would have left out.
- Declining Revenue Trends
- Total revenues decreased by 1.8% year-over-year, largely attributed to a 4.8% decline in organic revenue, indicating fluctuating demand.
- Significant Loss in EPS
- Diluted EPS dropped to $0.10 from $2.10, a substantial decrease raising concerns over profitability and operational execution.
- High Tax Liabilities Risks
- The company faces potential total tax liability of $655 million due to outstanding examinations and pending litigation, posing a risk to financial stability.
What they reported.
What the company itself reported, taken out of the document.
- Earnings per share
- $0.1
- Gross margin
- 24%
- Operating margin
- 2.8%
- Segment
- Consulting & Engineering Services
- Segment
- Global Infrastructure Services
- Segment
- Insurance Software & Services
What they said about what is next.
Annual outlook deferred to earnings press release/call; FY27 revenue guidance reflects a decline of 5.0% to 3.0% year-over-year on an organic basis.
The filing reads worse than the one before it.
What came before.
- 10-Q · January 30, 2026
- DXC Technology reported Q3 FY2026 earnings with revenue of $3.19 billion, a modest decline of 1.0% compared to the previous year and a notable beat on EPS at $0.96, exceeding estimates by 14.3%. The results highlighted…
- 10-Q · October 31, 2025
- DXC Technology reported Q2 fiscal 2026 results with revenues of $3.16 billion, down 2.5% compared to a year ago. Despite a decrease in diluted EPS to $0.20 from $0.23, adjusted EPS rose to $0.84, exceeding estimates.…
- 10-Q · August 1, 2025
- DXC Technology reported disappointing first-quarter results for fiscal 2026, with a revenue drop to $3.16 billion, reflecting a 2.4% decrease year-over-year. Although EPS of $0.09 showed a significant drop from the…
- 10-K · May 15, 2025
- DXC Technology Company reported a decrease in total revenues for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025, with revenues of $12.87 billion, down 5.8% from the previous year. The company's operating cash flow increased to…
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