Outbrain Reports Strong Q1 2025 Results Amid Teads Integration

Outbrain, Inc. ( (OB) ) has released its Q1 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Outbrain, Inc. presented to its investors.

Outbrain, Inc., now operating under the Teads brand following a recent acquisition, is a prominent player in the digital advertising sector, known for its innovative brandformance platform that connects advertisers with premium media outlets globally.

In its first quarter of 2025, Outbrain reported significant financial growth, achieving its guidance targets for Ex-TAC gross profit and Adjusted EBITDA. The company also highlighted a remarkable over 100% year-over-year growth in its Connected TV (CTV) revenues.

Key financial metrics for the quarter included a 32% increase in revenue to $286.4 million and a 99% rise in gross profit to $82.7 million. Despite a net loss of $54.8 million, the company saw a substantial improvement in Adjusted EBITDA, which surged by 665% to $10.7 million. The acquisition of Teads played a crucial role in these results, contributing to increased margins and strategic synergies.

In addition to financial performance, Outbrain completed its acquisition of Teads for approximately $900 million, expecting to realize significant cost synergies in the coming years. The company also established new strategic partnerships with major brands and reported strong adoption of its Moments vertical video offering.

Looking ahead, Outbrain remains optimistic, reiterating its full-year guidance for 2025 and expecting continued growth and synergy realization from its recent acquisition, positioning itself as a leading force in the digital advertising landscape.