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Grindr (GRND)
NYSE:GRND
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 07, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.12Last Year’s EPS
0.11Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 3 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call emphasized strong top-line growth (28% revenue increase), high margins (44% adjusted EBITDA margin), robust free cash flow and rapid AI-driven efficiency gains. Management provided constructive 2026 guidance (> $528M revenue, > $217M adjusted EBITDA) and outlined strategic priorities (AI premiumization, durable core growth, operational rigor, and deliberate investments). Key uncertainties include slowing reported MAU growth driven partly by aggressive removal of unwanted accounts, leverage (gross debt ~$396M vs cash ~$87M), and that new initiatives (Edge, Woodwork) are early-stage and not yet included in revenue guidance. Overall, positive operating and financial momentum substantially outweighs the noted risks and near-term uncertainties.Company Guidance
Strong Revenue Growth
Full-year 2025 revenue grew 28% year-over-year to $440.0 million; Q4 2025 revenue was $126.0 million, up 29% year-over-year.
Robust Profitability and Margins
Adjusted EBITDA for 2025 was $196.0 million (44% margin). Q4 adjusted EBITDA was $56.0 million (44% margin). Full-year net income was $103.0 million (versus a loss in 2024). Operating income for 2025 was $126.0 million (29% of revenue); Q4 operating income was $31.0 million (25% of revenue).
Strong Free Cash Flow and Capital Return
Generated $133.0 million in free cash flow in 2025. Announced a 3-year $400 million expansion of the share repurchase authorization (extended to March 2029); repurchased 25.1 million shares for approximately $450 million under the prior program and retain up to $450 million in repurchase availability.
Healthy User Monetization Metrics
Average MAU for 2025 was 15.0 million, average paying users ~1.26 million, and ARPU was $24.25. Implied payer penetration is roughly 8.4% (1.26M paying users / 15M MAU).
Clear 2026 Financial Outlook
Guidance for full-year 2026: revenue greater than $528.0 million and adjusted EBITDA greater than $217.0 million (implying >20% revenue growth y/y versus 2025). Management expects Q1 to pace well ahead of annual results.
Advertising and Direct Revenue Strength
Advertising business grew 37% in 2025; Q4 split showed direct revenue of $103.0 million and indirect revenue of $23.0 million, with subscription and add-on strength cited as drivers of outperformance versus prior guidance.
Rapid AI Adoption and Engineering Productivity Gains
In Q4, AI agents drove 60%–70% of new code. Engineers report roughly a 1.5x productivity improvement per person, enabling faster shipping and higher quality.
Product and Feature Progress
Expanded product features (Right Now, For You, Chat Summaries, A-List, Rewarded Video) and enhanced XTRA and Unlimited tiers. Launched Edge testing (premium AI tier) with stronger-than-expected demand in initial markets.
Operational Efficiency Improvements
Operating expenses (excluding cost of revenue) declined as a percent of revenue: Q4 fell to 50% from 54% year-over-year (a 4 percentage-point improvement); full-year opex ex cost of revenue declined to 46% from 48% in 2024 (a 2 percentage-point improvement).
GRND Earnings History
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
GRND Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 26, 2026 | $11.71 | $11.38 | -2.82% |
Nov 06, 2025 | $13.59 | $15.09 | +11.04% |
Jun 30, 2025 | $22.70 | $21.85 | -3.74% |
May 08, 2025 | $24.45 | $24.00 | -1.84% |
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FAQ
When does Grindr (GRND) report earnings?
Grindr (GRND) is schdueled to report earning on May 07, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
What is Grindr (GRND) earnings time?
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What is GRND EPS forecast?
GRND EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q1) is 0.12.
