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GitLab Is Scaling Its Platform, Pricing, & Sales—A High-Conviction Growth Setup!

GitLab recently reported its third-quarter fiscal year 2026 results, revealing a mixed performance. The company achieved a notable 25% year-over-year revenue growth to $244 million, which exceeded its guidance by 2 points. This growth highlights GitLab’s resilient market position, especially in the DevSecOps domain, underscored by a substantial portion of its revenue being driven by its Ultimate tier, accounting for 54% of total annual recurring revenue (ARR). GitLab’s strategy to leverage AI technologies appears to be a central pillar for its future growth. The introduction of the Duo Agent platform, which is nearing general availability, is intended to drive a shift from a purely seat-based subscription model to a hybrid model incorporating usage-based components. The company believes that its AI-enabled offerings can substantially enhance software delivery processes, addressing what it terms as the “AI Paradox,” where increased code generation does not necessarily equate to better software outcomes.