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Check Point Beats Q4 Targets, Issues 2026 Outlook, and Acquires Three Firms to Advance AI Security

The company describes a prevention-first platform to secure enterprise AI adoption.

Overview

  • Q4 2025 revenue reached $745 million, up 6% year over year, with security subscriptions up 11% and non-GAAP EPS of $3.40 boosted by tax benefits.
  • Check Point announced acquisitions of Cyata, Cyclops, and Rotate to expand AI-agent governance, AI-driven exposure management, and MSP-focused workspace capabilities.
  • Financial terms were not disclosed, though Calcalist reported an estimated total of about $150 million, including roughly $85 million for Cyclops.
  • The deals follow the Q4 2025 purchase of Lakera AI for $190 million in net cash to strengthen AI security capabilities.
  • For 2026 the company guided revenue of $2.83–$2.95 billion and subscription growth of 10–14%, with assumptions that include an Israeli R&D incentive and a higher tax rate.