tiprankstipranks
BuzzFeed (BZFD)
NASDAQ:BZFD
US Market
Want to see BZFD full AI Analyst Report?

BuzzFeed (BZFD) Earnings Dates, Call Summary & Reports

277 Followers

Earnings Data

Report Date
Aug 11, 2026
TBA (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)
Consensus EPS Forecast
Last Year’s EPS
-0.28
Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 0 Analysts Ratings

Earnings Call Summary

Q1 2026
Earnings Call Date:May 11, 2026|
% Change Since:
|
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a mix of strategic positives and near-term operational challenges. Positive catalysts include a significant investment and leadership transition to Byron Allen, the formation of BuzzFeed Studios, a strong 69% increase in content revenue, and an explicit AI and streaming growth strategy with Jonah Peretti continuing to lead AI efforts. Offsetting these are meaningful declines in total revenue (down 12.4%), advertising (down 19.8%) and commerce revenues (down 32%), worsening losses and adjusted EBITDA, and a 10.7% drop in audience time spent. Given the material current financial and engagement headwinds balanced against a potentially transformative strategic transaction and operational reset, the overall tone is cautiously neutral.
Company Guidance
On guidance, management said they are withholding full‑year guidance due to the pending transaction (expected to close within the month) and related strategic work, and that they will provide a full update on strategic direction and financial outlook after the close; for context Q1 2026 results included revenues of $31.6M (down 12.4% YoY), advertising $17.1M (‑19.8% YoY), content $7.5M (up $3.1M, +69% YoY), commerce & other $6.9M (‑32% YoY), net loss $15.1M vs $12.5M year‑ago, adjusted EBITDA of ‑$7.8M vs ‑$5.9M, and time spent of 60.6M hours vs 67.9M (‑10.7%); management also noted planned cost reductions, a BuzzFeed Studios spin‑out, and no Q&A today.
Strategic Investment and Leadership Transition
Byron Allen agreed to make a significant investment and will become Chairman and CEO upon closing of the transaction expected within the month, bringing extensive media operating experience and a stated long-term commitment to grow BuzzFeed and HuffPost.
Creation of BuzzFeed Studios and Operational Reset
Company plans to establish BuzzFeed Studios as an independent entity to house premium studio, microdrama and digital video businesses, and announced planned cost reductions intended to shore up the core business and create new liquidity opportunities.
Strong Content Revenue Growth
Content revenue increased by $3.1 million, or 69% year-over-year, to $7.5 million, showing meaningful expansion in that revenue line despite overall top-line pressures.
Focused AI Strategy and Leadership Continuity
Jonah Peretti will transition to President of BuzzFeed AI to lead AI product and technology initiatives; management emphasized AI as a core strategic opportunity to transform the media business.
Ambitious Expansion into Streaming, Audio and UGC
New leadership articulated a vision to expand into free streaming video, audio and user-generated content at scale (explicitly framing BuzzFeed as 'chasing YouTube'), and to pursue growth both organically and via strategic acquisitions.
Commitment to Iconic Brands and Operational Focus
Management reiterated commitment to BuzzFeed and HuffPost brands and emphasized an operational focus intended to position the company for long-term growth and to create shareholder value.

BuzzFeed (BZFD) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

The upcoming earnings date is based on a company’s previous reporting, and may be updated when the actual date is announced

BZFD Earnings History

Report Date
Fiscal Quarter
Forecast / EPS
Last Year's EPS
EPS YoY Change
Press Release
Slides
Play Transcript
Aug 11, 2026
2026 (Q2)
- / -
-0.28
May 11, 2026
2026 (Q1)
-0.27 / -0.40
-0.32-25.00% (-0.08)
Mar 12, 2026
2025 (Q4)
0.03 / -0.72
-0.1-620.00% (-0.62)
Nov 06, 2025
2025 (Q3)
-0.06 / -0.20
0.05-500.00% (-0.25)
Aug 07, 2025
2025 (Q2)
-0.23 / -0.28
-0.18-55.56% (-0.10)
May 07, 2025
2025 (Q1)
- / -0.32
-0.7255.56% (+0.40)
Mar 13, 2025
2024 (Q4)
- / -0.10
0.12-183.33% (-0.22)
Nov 12, 2024
2024 (Q3)
- / 0.05
-0.36113.89% (+0.41)
Aug 12, 2024
2024 (Q2)
- / -0.18
-0.877.50% (+0.62)
May 13, 2024
2024 (Q1)
- / -0.72
-1.0430.77% (+0.32)
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed

BZFD Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
May 11, 2026
$0.73$1.39+90.67%
Mar 12, 2026
$0.71$0.70-1.82%
Nov 06, 2025
$1.63$1.06-34.97%
Aug 07, 2025
$2.06$2.03-1.46%
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.

FAQ

When does BuzzFeed (BZFD) report earnings?
BuzzFeed (BZFD) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 11, 2026, TBA (Confirmed).
    What is BuzzFeed (BZFD) earnings time?
    BuzzFeed (BZFD) earnings time is at Aug 11, 2026, TBA (Confirmed).
      Where can I see when companies are reporting earnings?
      You can see which companies are reporting today on our designated earnings calendar.
        What companies are reporting earnings today?
        You can see a list of the companies which are reporting today on TipRanks earnings calendar.
          What is BZFD EPS forecast?
          Currently, no data Available

          BuzzFeed (BZFD) Earnings News

          BZFD Tanks on Big Q4 Miss
          Premium
          Market News
          BZFD Tanks on Big Q4 Miss
          3y ago