Zscaler tanks 31% for worst day ever on 'prudent' guidance, sales shakeup

Zscaler shares plunged more than 30% for their worst day ever after fiscal third-quarter earnings, signaling a sharp negative market reaction. The company also lost two sales leaders, and CFO Kevin Rubin said management is taking a "prudent approach" to guidance amid the transitions. The combination of leadership turnover and cautious outlook is weighing heavily on sentiment.

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Zscaler shares plunged more than 30% for their worst day ever after fiscal third-quarter earnings, signaling a sharp negative market reaction. The company also lost two sales leaders, and CFO Kevin Rubin said management is taking a "prudent approach" to guidance amid the transitions. The combination of leadership turnover and cautious outlook is weighing heavily on sentiment.