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Donnelley Financial Solutions (DFIN) guidance history: what it guided and what it reported
Donnelley Financial Solutions gave guidance in 3 earnings releases on file since May 5, 2026. Of 2 guided periods since reported, it met or beat its own guidance twice (100%). Revenue: 2 of 2, on average +2.3% against the guided midpoint.
Revenue
Met or beat 2 of 2 periods (0 above, 2 within, 0 below).
| Period | Guided (and how it moved) | Reported | Result | vs midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 2026 | $175M–$180M (Oct 29, 2026) | — | to be reported | — |
| Q3 2026 | $175M–$185M (Jul 30, 2026) | $185M | within the range | +2.8% |
| Q2 2026 | $215M–$225M (May 5, 2026) | $224M | within the range | +1.9% |
Adjusted EBITDA margin
The guide is on an adjusted basis that the GAAP statements do not show, so there is no reported figure to hold it to.
| Period | Guided (and how it moved) | Reported | Result | vs midpoint |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 2026 | 26.0%–27.0% (Oct 29, 2026) | — | to be reported | — |
| Q3 2026 | 26.0%–28.0% (Jul 30, 2026) | — | — | — |
| Q2 2026 | 34.0%–36.0% (May 5, 2026) | — | — | — |
The latest quarter
Donnelley Financial Solutions, Q3 2026: revenue $185M (+6% year over year), operating margin 17.6%, net earnings $21.3M, operating cash flow $98.2M. The chart follows the revenue to costs, profit and cash.
Questions
Does Donnelley Financial Solutions beat its guidance?
Donnelley Financial Solutions gave guidance in 3 earnings releases on file since May 5, 2026. Of 2 guided periods since reported, it met or beat its own guidance twice (100%). Revenue: 2 of 2, on average +2.3% against the guided midpoint.
Each guided period is held to the last guidance given before its figures were reported; a single figure counts as in line within 1% (0.25 pts for a rate). Reported figures are GAAP, from the company's filings; adjusted guidance shows its moves only.