The earnings call presented a strong positive narrative with significant revenue growth, improved cash flows, and advancements in AI and technology. The company also showed successful client retention and strategic global expansion through acquisitions. However, challenges in the media business and flat margin performance were noted as areas needing improvement. Overall, the positive highlights significantly outweigh the lowlights.

Company Guidance

In the second quarter of 2025, Stagwell Inc. reaffirmed strong financial performance and outlined optimistic guidance for the remainder of the year. The company reported an 8% increase in net revenue, with a notable 10% growth excluding advocacy. Stagwell's top 25 clients generated over $175 million in net revenue, reflecting a 26% year-on-year increase. Digital transformation revenue grew by 12%, and the Marketing Cloud saw a 38% rise in net revenue. The company achieved a $122 million improvement in operating cash flow and reduced net leverage to 3.18x, with expectations to bring it into the 2s by year-end. Stagwell maintained its adjusted EBITDA margin at 16%, with adjusted EPS increasing by over 20% to $0.17. The company is investing $20 million quarterly in AI-driven initiatives, aiming for 15% cost reductions. Stagwell also highlighted new business wins totaling $117 million in the quarter, with a trailing 12-month figure of $451 million. Overall, Stagwell confirmed its guidance for full-year 2025, expecting 8% total net revenue growth, $410-$460 million in adjusted EBITDA, and 45% free cash flow conversion.

Strong Revenue Growth

Net revenue grew by 8%, and ex advocacy grew by 10%, showcasing industry-leading performance. Digital transformation capability grew 12% ex advocacy, with organic growth ex advocacy of 7%.

Significant Operating Cash Flow Improvement

Achieved a swing of $122 million in operating cash flow improvement, setting a strong foundation for future financial health.

AI and Technology Advancements

Invested $20 million a quarter in adapting to new technologies and building state-of-the-art offerings, showing strong alignment with digital transformation trends.

Growth Among Top Clients

Top 25 customers generated $175 million in net revenue, an increase of 26% year-on-year, indicating strong customer engagement and retention.

Adjusted EBITDA and EPS Growth

Delivered $93 million in adjusted EBITDA with a 16% margin, flat year-over-year. Adjusted EPS increased by more than 20% year-over-year to $0.17.

Successful M&A and Global Expansion

Completed acquisition of ADK GLOBAL, expanding presence in 10 new Asia Pacific markets, aligning with global scale strategy.

Stagwell (STGW) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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STGW Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
Oct 30, 2025	2025 (Q3)	0.23 / -	0.22	―	―	―
Jul 31, 2025	2025 (Q2)	0.16 / 0.17	0.14	21.43% (+0.03)
May 08, 2025	2025 (Q1)	0.15 / 0.12	0.16	-25.00% (-0.04)	―
Feb 27, 2025	2024 (Q4)	0.24 / 0.24	0.12	100.00% (+0.12)
Nov 07, 2024	2024 (Q3)	0.21 / 0.22	0.18	22.22% (+0.04)
Aug 01, 2024	2024 (Q2)	0.16 / 0.14	0.16	-12.50% (-0.02)
May 01, 2024	2024 (Q1)	0.13 / 0.16	0.13	23.08% (+0.03)
Feb 27, 2024	2023 (Q4)	0.27 / 0.12	0.22	-45.45% (-0.10)
Nov 02, 2023	2023 (Q3)	0.20 / 0.18	0.21	-14.29% (-0.03)
Aug 08, 2023	2023 (Q2)	0.20 / 0.16	0.035	357.14% (+0.13)

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STGW Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date	Price 1 Day Before	Price 1 Day After	Percentage Change
Jul 31, 2025	$5.16	$5.73	+11.05%
May 08, 2025	$5.81	$5.00	-13.94%
Feb 27, 2025	$6.71	$6.36	-5.22%
Nov 07, 2024	$7.12	$7.33	+2.95%

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FAQ

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Stagwell (STGW) is schdueled to report earning on Oct 30, 2025, Before Open (Confirmed).

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STGW EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q3) is 0.23.

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