Cognyte Software (CGNT) reported Q1 FY27 revenue growth of 10.4%, but EPS missed and free cash flow was negative, driving a 21% stock drop. Despite AI integration and high switching costs, CGNT's negative free cash flow and low-quality earnings undermine the investment case at current valuation. Management maintained FY27 guidance despite a revenue beat, signaling caution amid professional services volatility and heavy back-half EBITDA weighting.