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C3.ai shows turnaround signs with strong Q1 bookings and cost cuts but revenue still lags.

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03 Sep 2026
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C3.ai shows turnaround signs with strong Q1 bookings and cost cuts but revenue still lags.

C3.ai, led by returning CEO Thomas Siebel, is executing a turnaround focusing on sales restructuring and cost reduction. In Q1 2027, bookings rose 73% quarter-over-quarter and federal bookings increased 138% year-over-year, alongside a positive free cash flow of $2.1 million. The company improved its non-GAAP gross margin to 50% and cut operating expenses significantly after reducing headcount by 40%. Despite these improvements, revenue remains down year-over-year, and the stock trades at high sales multiples without profitability. Future growth depends on continued execution beyond Siebel's leadership.

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