Udemy Inc. (NASDAQ: UDMY), the leading online learning platform, saw its shares surge in pre-market trading on Tuesday, following the company's impressive third-quarter results and robust growth prospects fueled by the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities.

The online education provider reported an adjusted earnings per share of $0.07 for the quarter ended September 30, surpassing analysts' expectations of $0.01. Revenue climbed 5.8% year-over-year to $195.42 million, exceeding Wall Street's estimate of $192.66 million. The solid performance was driven by a 16% increase in Udemy Business revenue, reaching $126 million, reflecting the company's growing footprint in the enterprise learning market.

Udemy's Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) also witnessed a remarkable 14% year-over-year growth, hitting $505 million, highlighting the platform's strong customer retention and expansion strategies. Furthermore, the company's gross margin improved by 400 basis points to 64%, demonstrating its ability to drive operational efficiency and profitability.