A maker of 3D design, engineering, and entertainment software, Autodesk's tools like AutoCAD, Revit, Fusion, Maya, and 3ds Max are used by architects, engineers, manufacturers, and film studios to design everything from buildings to movie effects. Founded in 1982 by programmer John Walker and a small group of colleagues, the company's name was a placeholder chosen under pressure to file incorporation papers — the founders planned to change it later, but it stuck once their flagship product AutoCAD took off.
Autodesk completes acquisition of MaintainX Inc. on August 3, 2026.
The acquisition was made pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Merger dated May 28, 2026.
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Autodesk, Inc. completed its previously announced acquisition of MaintainX Inc. on August 3, 2026.
Parties to the agreement included Autodesk, its wholly-owned subsidiary Matterhorn Acquisition Corp., MaintainX, and Shareholder Representative Services LLC as securityholders' agent.
The transaction was reported under Item 8.01 (Other Events) as a material event not otherwise specified.
The filing was signed by Janesh Moorjani, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
Autodesk establishes $2.0 billion unsecured commercial paper program on July 13, 2026
The maximum aggregate principal amount of notes outstanding at any one time is $2.0 billion.
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Autodesk, Inc. established an unsecured commercial paper program on July 13, 2026, allowing issuance of notes with maturities up to 365 days.
Proceeds from the notes are expected to be used for general corporate purposes, including partially financing the merger with MaintainX Inc. announced May 28, 2026.
The program is backstopped by Autodesk's existing $2.0 billion unsecured revolving credit facility.
As of the filing date, no notes had been issued under the program.
Autodesk stockholders approve officer exculpation amendment and elect 11 directors at 2026 annual meeting
Autodesk filed a Certificate of Amendment to its Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation with the Delaware Secretary of State, effective June 17, 2026, to provide for officer exculpation as permitted by Delaware law.
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The amendment was approved by stockholders at the 2026 Annual Meeting held on June 17, 2026, with 140,505,491 votes for, 31,936,243 against, and 127,221 abstentions.
All eleven director nominees were elected, including Andrew Anagnost, Stacy J. Smith, Omar Abbosh, Karen Blasing, John T. Cahill, Jeff Epstein, Dr. Ayanna Howard, Blake Irving, Ram R. Krishnan, Rami Rahim, and A.Christine (Christie) Simons.
Stockholders ratified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as independent auditor for fiscal year ending January 31, 2027, with 166,655,191 votes for.
A non-binding advisory proposal to approve named executive officer compensation passed with 157,541,146 votes for, while a stockholder proposal regarding special meeting rights was not approved.
The report was filed under Items 5.03, 5.07, and 9.01 to disclose the charter amendment, voting results, and the related exhibit.
5.03 Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year · 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
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Autodesk expands credit facilities to $3B to fund MaintainX acquisition
Autodesk entered into Amendment No. 1 to its Revolving Credit Agreement, increasing commitments from $1.5 billion to $2 billion.
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Autodesk entered into a new Term Loan Credit Agreement providing a $1.0 billion unsecured 364-day delayed draw term loan facility.
Both facilities are intended to fund Autodesk's merger transaction with MaintainX Inc., with borrowings limited to the acquisition closing date.
The Term Loan bears interest at either Base Rate plus 0.0%-0.125% or SOFR plus 0.625%-1.125%, depending on Autodesk's public debt rating.
The Term Loan Credit Agreement includes financial covenants, including a maximum leverage ratio, similar to the Revolving Credit Agreement.
1.01 Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement · 2.03 Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Autodesk to acquire MaintainX for ~$3.575B in all-cash deal
Autodesk entered a definitive merger agreement to acquire MaintainX for approximately $3.575 billion, subject to customary adjustments.
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The transaction will be funded through cash on hand and debt financing, including a new 364-day term loan facility and potential revolving credit borrowings.
The merger is expected to close no earlier than August 3, 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and other customary conditions.
Autodesk will grant $150 million in restricted stock units to MaintainX's continuing employees post-closing.
MaintainX projects over $135 million in annualized recurring revenue for 2026, with growth exceeding 50 percent.
1.01 Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement · 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Autodesk reports Q1 FY2027 revenue of $1.93 billion, up 18% YoY, and raises FY27 guidance.
First quarter fiscal 2027 revenue was $1.93 billion, up 18% year over year as reported and 16% on a constant currency basis.
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GAAP operating margin was 28% (up 14 percentage points) and non-GAAP operating margin was 39% (up 2 percentage points).
GAAP EPS was $2.32 and non-GAAP EPS was $2.99 for the quarter.
Autodesk announced an agreement to acquire MaintainX, with the impact to be included in guidance after the transaction closes.
For full year fiscal 2027, Autodesk raised guidance: revenue of $8.155-$8.215 billion, non-GAAP EPS of $12.40-$12.65, and free cash flow of $2.725-$2.800 billion.
2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition · 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Autodesk nominates Omar Abbosh to board; Stephen Milligan to retire
On April 20, 2026, Stephen Milligan informed Autodesk's Board that he will not stand for re-election at the 2026 Annual Meeting.
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On April 24, 2026, Autodesk announced the nomination of Omar Abbosh, CEO of Pearson, as a new independent director.
Milligan will continue serving as a director until the conclusion of his current term.
Following the annual meeting, the Board will consist of 11 directors, 10 of whom are independent.
Abbosh previously held senior leadership roles at Microsoft and Accenture.
5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits