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Peloton Interactive, Inc.: Q4 FY2026 earnings call

What management said about Q4 FY2026, from the documents filed with the SEC on 6 August 2026: press release. Guidance figures: 1 lowered, 7 new. The quarter’s numbers.

Key takeaways

  • First full year of net profitability achieved: Peloton reported GAAP Net Income of $63M for FY26, the first full year of profitability in company history, versus net loss of $119M in FY25. Operating income was $161M versus loss of $36M. Source
  • Total revenue flat in Q4, 2 percent growth for full year: Q4 total revenue was $608M, essentially flat versus $607M in Q4 FY25. Full year FY26 revenue of $2,446M was $6M above guidance, representing 1.8% growth from FY25. Source
  • Subscription decline accelerated with churn rising: Ending Paid Connected Fitness Subscriptions declined to 2.553M, down 247K or 8.8% YoY. Average net monthly churn increased to 2.2% in Q4 from 1.8% in prior year Q4. Source
  • Total gross margin expanded 170 basis points: Total gross margin improved to 52.6% in FY26 from 50.9% in FY25. Q4 gross margin reached 56.7%, up 260 bps YoY, driven by subscription revenue mix and cost control. Source
  • Exceeded $100 million cost savings target: Company surpassed plan to deliver more than $100M run-rate cost savings by end of FY26. Full year operating expenses declined 13.7% to $1,126M from $1,305M in FY25. Source
  • Free cash flow of $378 million exceeded target: Full year FY26 free cash flow was $378M, exceeding prior guidance of approximately $350M, representing 17% increase YoY. Source
  • Net debt reduced 80 percent to $93 million: Net debt decreased to $93M at June 30, 2026, down 80% from $460M at June 30, 2025. Total debt $1.3B, cash $1,207M. Source
  • Plan to double microstore fleet in FY27: Microstores outperformed internal sales goals in FY26, providing efficient first-party retail channel. Management plans to double microstore fleet in FY27. Source

“In my short time at Peloton, my confidence in the Company's strategic direction and future has only grown. In fiscal 2026, the Company strengthened its financial foundation, delivered strong full year Adjusted EBITDA growth and significant Free Cash Flow. We enter the new fiscal year with the same commitment to financial discipline, and with a balance sheet and capital structure that provides us an enviable platform for investment in our future and to create sustained value for our shareholders.”

Sid Thacker, Peloton Chief Financial Officer

Guidance

AreaPeriodFigureAgainst last quarter
Q1 FY27 Total Revenue Sourcefirst quarter of fiscal 2027$545 million to $565 millionNew
Q1 FY27 Total Gross Margin Sourcefirst quarter of fiscal 2027approximately 57.0%New
Q1 FY27 Adjusted EBITDA Sourcefirst quarter of fiscal 2027$135 million to $145 millionNew
Q1 FY27 Ending Paid Connected Fitness Subscriptions Sourcefirst quarter of fiscal 20272.455 million to 2.475 millionNew
FY27 Total Revenue Sourcefiscal year 2027$2.3 billion to $2.4 billionNew
FY27 Total Gross Margin Sourcefiscal year 2027approximately 54.0%New
FY27 Adjusted EBITDA Sourcefiscal year 2027$475 million to $525 millionNew
FY27 Free Cash Flow Sourcefiscal year 2027at least $350 millionLowered from FY26 actual $378 million

What changed from last quarter

  • New: Management announced plan to double the microstore fleet in FY27, building on outperformance of current locations. Source
  • New: Completed acquisition of Skōp, an early innovator in connected pilates, to enhance strength training product offerings. Source
  • New guidance: Full year FY27 and quarterly Q1 FY27 guidance provided, showing revenue expected to decline 3.9% with Adjusted EBITDA growth of 6.8%. Source

Profitability Milestone and EBITDA Growth

  • First full year of net profitability achieved: Peloton reported GAAP Net Income of $63M for FY26, the first full year of profitability in company history, versus net loss of $119M in FY25. Operating income was $161M versus loss of $36M. Source

Revenue Performance and Segment Results

  • Total revenue flat in Q4, 2 percent growth for full year: Q4 total revenue was $608M, essentially flat versus $607M in Q4 FY25. Full year FY26 revenue of $2,446M was $6M above guidance, representing 1.8% growth from FY25. Source
  • Subscription revenue stable despite subscriber losses: Subscription revenue grew modestly 0.1% to $1,676M in FY26. Q4 subscription revenue of $437M was up 7% YoY. Equipment revenue fell 5.7% to $770M from $817M. Source
  • Equipment revenue fell 14 percent in Q4: Connected Fitness Products revenue declined to $171M in Q4 from $199M in Q4 FY25. Equipment margin remains pressured at 13.4% despite being up from Q3's 11.3%. Source

Subscriber Metrics and Churn Trends

  • Subscription decline accelerated with churn rising: Ending Paid Connected Fitness Subscriptions declined to 2.553M, down 247K or 8.8% YoY. Average net monthly churn increased to 2.2% in Q4 from 1.8% in prior year Q4. Source

Gross Margin Expansion Across Segments

  • Total gross margin expanded 170 basis points: Total gross margin improved to 52.6% in FY26 from 50.9% in FY25. Q4 gross margin reached 56.7%, up 260 bps YoY, driven by subscription revenue mix and cost control. Source
  • Subscription margin improved 170 basis points: Subscription gross margin reached 73.6% in Q4 from 71.9% in Q4 FY25. Subscription contribution margin hit 76.3%, up 90 bps YoY. Source

Cost Savings and Operating Efficiency

  • Exceeded $100 million cost savings target: Company surpassed plan to deliver more than $100M run-rate cost savings by end of FY26. Full year operating expenses declined 13.7% to $1,126M from $1,305M in FY25. Source
  • Q4 operating expenses fell 12 percent: Q4 operating expenses were $263M, down 12% from $299M in Q4 FY25, reflecting reductions in sales and marketing and general administration. Source

Cash Flow and Balance Sheet Strength

  • Free cash flow of $378 million exceeded target: Full year FY26 free cash flow was $378M, exceeding prior guidance of approximately $350M, representing 17% increase YoY. Source
  • Net debt reduced 80 percent to $93 million: Net debt decreased to $93M at June 30, 2026, down 80% from $460M at June 30, 2025. Total debt $1.3B, cash $1,207M. Source
  • Operating cash flow of $388 million: GAAP net cash provided by operating activities was $388M for FY26, maintaining strong operational cash generation. Source

Growth Initiatives and Strategic Moves

  • Plan to double microstore fleet in FY27: Microstores outperformed internal sales goals in FY26, providing efficient first-party retail channel. Management plans to double microstore fleet in FY27. Source
  • Completed Skōp acquisition for pilates: Completed acquisition of Skōp, early innovator in connected pilates, enabling differentiated products building on strength training position. Source
  • Spotify partnership launched for digital reach: Expanded global digital reach through strategic partnership with Spotify launched April 2026, distributing Peloton content to Spotify Premium Members. Source
  • Commercial business grew double-digit percentage: Commercial Business Unit revenue grew double digits YoY in FY26. Announced Commercial Series Bike and Tread for high-use commercial environments. Source

Figures management reported

FigureReported
Ending Paid Connected Fitness Subscriptions Source2.553 million (down 8.8% year-over-year from 2.800 million in Q4 FY25)
Members Source5.5 million (down 8% year-over-year from 6.0 million in Q4 FY25)
Paid App Subscriptions Source0.503 million (down 9% year-over-year from 0.552 million in Q4 FY25)

Risks management discussed

  • Demand: Connected Fitness Products revenue declined 14% in Q4 and 5.7% for full year, with equipment margin pressure persisting. Source
  • Financial: Patent litigation charge of $23.8M incurred in Q4, a nonrecurring cost but highlighting ongoing legal risks. Source
  • Demand: Average net monthly paid subscription churn increased to 2.2% in Q4 from 1.8% in prior year, with subscribers declining 8.8% YoY. Source

Earlier plans management reported on

  • Met: The company exceeded its plan to deliver more than $100 million of run-rate cost savings by the end of FY26. Source
  • Met: Achieved GAAP net income of $63 million and positive operating income on full year basis in FY26, first time in company history. Source
  • Exceeded: Delivered free cash flow of $378 million for FY26, exceeding prior guidance of approximately $350 million by $28 million. Source
  • On track: Management confirmed plan to double microstore fleet in FY27, with current locations having outperformed internal sales goals. Source

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