Autodesk delivered a robust QQ2 2026 quarter, underscoring durable demand for its subscription‑based 3D design, engineering and entertainment software. Revenue of USD 1.763 billion rose 17.1% year over year and 8.5% quarter over quarter, supported by a high‑quality mix that produced a gross margin of approximately 91% and an operating margin of about 25.2%. Net income reached USD 313 million, translating to a 17.8% net margin and an EPS (GAAP) of USD 1.47. The company generated USD 460 million of operating cash flow and USD 458 million of free cash flow, while returning substantial capital to shareholders via stock repurchases of USD 358 million and meaningful debt reduction. The balance sheet remains liquidity‑rich, with USD 2.0 billion of cash and 2.1+ billion of cash + near‑cash equivalents, and a net debt position of about USD 0.731 billion after considering total debt of USD 2.734 billion. Deferred revenue sits at USD 3.555 billion, signaling strong revenue visibility and a healthy revenue backlog backdrop. Management commentary on the call (not included in the provided transcript data) would typically emphasize ARR expansion, continued cloud/MIS adoption, and product leadership as drivers of durable growth.