Constellation Software Reports Strong Q1 2026 Results
- May 13
- 2 min read
Constellation Software (TSX: CSU) has released its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, and the numbers tell a compelling story; one that speaks directly to the strength and stability of the broader organization that Harris Frontline calls home.
About the Connection
Harris Frontline is part of Harris Computer, an operating group of Constellation Software Inc. (TSX: CSU), one of North America's most active software acquirers. Harris acquires vertical market software businesses, manages them using industry best practices, and builds them for the future. Through acquisitions, Harris has grown extensively to operate over 200 businesses globally across more than twenty industries. Harris Frontline sits within that network, serving Education, Public Safety, Government, Non-Profit, and Private Sectors with business-critical solutions that enhance daily operations for its customers.
Q1 2026 Highlights
Constellation's Q1 2026 results reflect continued momentum across the organization:
Revenue grew 20% year-over-year to $3,181 million, compared to $2,654 million in Q1 2025, with 6% organic growth.
Net income attributable to common shareholders reached $367 million ($17.32 diluted per share), up significantly from $136 million ($6.41 per share) in Q1 2025.
Acquisitions totalling $809 million in total consideration were completed in the quarter, with a further $786 million in committed acquisitions subsequent to March 31, 2026.
Free cash flow available to shareholders (FCFA2S) increased 44% to $733 million, compared to $510 million in the same period in 2025.
Cash flows from operations rose 9% to $897 million.
These figures reflect what Constellation does consistently and at scale: identify, acquire, and support high-quality vertical market software businesses for the long term.
What This Means for Software Business Owners
If you're a software business owner exploring what the next chapter of your company might look like, these results are more than just numbers on a page. They're a signal of the financial strength, active acquisition strategy, and long-term commitment that define Constellation, and by extension, Harris Frontline.
Joining this network means becoming part of an organization with the resources, track record, and vision to help your business thrive; not just today, but for decades to come.
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