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Coupa's First Quarter Performance Surges Amid Global Trade Challenges

In a time marked by volatility in global trade and shifting economic landscapes, Coupa has emerged as a leader in total spend management. The company’s AI-native platform is rapidly gaining traction among business leaders seeking agility and resilience to adeptly manage costs and drive growth. The results for Q1 FY26 reveal a robust performance, with over $19 billion in recorded customer savings that elevate Coupa's cumulative efficiency gains to an impressive nearly $260 billion.

CEO Leagh Turner emphasized that Coupa is committed to not just automating spend management but also transforming the entire process. Their solution assists companies in enhancing various aspects of their operations, including cash management, workforce optimization, supply chain efficiency, and supplier relationship management. Turner noted, "We're establishing a network that will revolutionize global trade, fueled by our community-generated AI, leveraging over $8 trillion in data spend. Our mission is to help companies enhance their agility, minimize risks, and maximize profitability."

Coupa’s momentum is backed by a continuous influx of new clients, comprising dozens of prestigious global brands, raising its customer base to over 3,000 worldwide. Notable new clients include major corporations like Aimbridge Hospitality, Banco de Bogotá, and the Las Vegas Raiders.

The first quarter has accentuated Coupa's prowess in meeting the rising demand for AI-enhanced solutions that provide real-time visibility and smarter decision-making capabilities. For example, Marie Lagasse, Head of Procurement Processes and Systems at Lindt Sprüngli, highlighted the company’s transformation into a more strategic and value-driven organization, attributing much of their success to Coupa's integration of AI and automation in their procurement processes.

Highlighting important milestones of Q1 FY26:

• - Expansion of Partnerships: Over 330 organizations deepened their relationships with Coupa across regions such as North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. These include well-known players like Danone and Dollar General.
• - Acquisition of Cirtuo: This addition enhances Coupa’s capabilities in strategic sourcing and category management powered by AI.
• - New Partnerships: Collaborating with CoreTrust has broadened supplier access, presenting new opportunities for buyer savings through the Coupa Advantage program.
• - Industry Recognition: Coupa has been acknowledged in numerous industry reports as a leader in Source-to-Pay Suites, Accounts Payable Invoice Automation, and more. It was also featured among CRN's top AI software enterprises.
• - CFO Report Insights: The launch of Coupa's annual CFO report indicated that a sizable 74% of global finance leaders exhibit growing confidence in AI solutions, with 40% identifying it as a top growth investment area.

Coupa's signature event, Inspire 2025 in Las Vegas, drew in over 2,750 attendees from across 20 countries, with more than 120 customers sharing their experiences. Notably, UPS was awarded the title of Coupa's 2025 Trendsetter of the Year for its visionary steps in digital transformation.

The continuous success of Coupa is not merely confined to the current quarter; the company has outlined its ambitious path ahead, including plans for a global series of events, the Inspire World Tour, with upcoming stops in Frankfurt, London, Sao Paulo, Sydney, and Tokyo.

Coupa's commitment to shaping the future of procurement through AI-driven innovations heralds a new era in global business relationships. With more than 10 million users engaging through its platform, Coupa is positioned at the core of a transformative network fostering enhanced collaboration and efficiencies across the global supply chain. In these turbulent times, Coupa not only rises to the challenge – it thrives, ensuring that its clients are equipped to succeed in an ever-evolving landscape.