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The earnings call reflects a mixed outlook. While there are strong financial metrics, such as 116% transaction value growth and doubled adjusted EBITDA, there are concerns about increased competition, regulatory issues, and a significant write-off of intangible assets. The lack of a shareholder return plan and potential headwinds from tariffs and FTC matters also weigh on sentiment. Positive guidance and market potential in Medicare Advantage are offset by uncertainties, resulting in a neutral sentiment, suggesting a stock price movement within -2% to 2% over the next two weeks.
Transaction Value $473,000,000, up 116% year over year, driven by 200% year over year growth in the P and C vertical.
Adjusted EBITDA $29,400,000, doubled year over year, representing 67% of contribution, up from 52% in the prior year. Included $6,900,000 of add backs related to the FTC matter.
Cash Flow $20,000,000, with a net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio of less than 1x.
Total Reserve for FTC Matter $12,000,000, increased by $5,000,000 during the quarter.
Revenue Guidance for Q2 Expected to be between $235,000,000 and $255,000,000, a year over year increase of 37% at the midpoint.
Adjusted EBITDA Guidance for Q2 Expected to be between $25,000,000 and $27,000,000, a year over year increase of 39% at the midpoint.
Overhead Increase Expected to increase sequentially by approximately $500,000 to $1,000,000 as headcount is selectively added.
Transaction Value Guidance for Q2 Expected to be between $470,000,000 and $495,000,000, a year over year increase of 50% at the midpoint.
Medicare Advantage Focus: Media Alpha has made a strategic decision to scale back certain areas of its 65 business, shifting focus to the growing Medicare Advantage market.
Transaction Value Growth: Q1 transaction value reached $473 million, up 116% year over year, driven by a 200% increase in the P and C vertical.
Q2 Guidance: For Q2, Media Alpha expects transaction value between $470 million and $495 million, a year-over-year increase of 50% at the midpoint.
Operational Efficiency: Media Alpha generated $20 million in cash flow and ended the quarter with approximately $64 million in cash, with a net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio of less than 1x.
Cost Management: Overhead is expected to increase by $500,000 to $1 million as the company selectively adds headcount to support growth.
FTC Reserve Increase: Media Alpha increased its reserve related to the FTC matter by $5 million, bringing the total reserve to $12 million.
Exit from Travel Vertical: The company has decided to exit the Travel vertical by the end of Q2, which contributed approximately $1 million of transaction value in Q1.
Automotive Tariffs: Potential pressure on profitability due to automotive tariffs, which may negatively affect the industry in the second half of the year.
FTC Matter: Ongoing discussions with the FTC, leading to an increased reserve of $5,000,000, totaling $12,000,000, with uncertainty regarding the outcome.
Health Insurance Vertical: Scaling back certain areas of the under 65 business, which may impact transaction value, while focusing on the growing Medicare Advantage market.
Market Competition: Increased competition in the auto insurance marketplace, with carriers shifting focus from profitability to customer acquisition.
Economic Factors: General economic conditions may influence advertising spend and consumer behavior, with potential impacts on revenue.
Regulatory Issues: Changes in regulatory environment affecting Medicare Advantage, with potential implications for market dynamics.
Write-off of Intangible Assets: Recognition of an $11,000,000 charge related to the write-off of certain intangible assets from the DHT acquisition, indicating challenges in integration.
Strategic Focus on Medicare Advantage: Media Alpha has decided to scale back certain areas of its 65 business to focus on Medicare Advantage, a growing market where they believe they have a competitive position.
FTC Matter: The company is engaged in constructive dialogue with the FTC staff to resolve claims, increasing its reserve related to this matter by $5 million, totaling $12 million.
Exit from Travel Vertical: Media Alpha plans to exit the Travel vertical by the end of Q2, which contributed approximately $1 million of transaction value in Q1.
Q2 Transaction Value Guidance: Expected to be between $470 million and $495 million, a year-over-year increase of 50% at the midpoint.
Q2 Revenue Guidance: Expected to be between $235 million and $255 million, a year-over-year increase of 37% at the midpoint.
Q2 Adjusted EBITDA Guidance: Expected to be between $25 million and $27 million, a year-over-year increase of 39% at the midpoint.
P&C Transaction Value Growth: Expected to grow approximately 65% to 75% year-over-year.
Health Vertical Transaction Value Decline: Expected to be down 25% to 30% year-over-year.
Cash Flow and Debt Management: Generated $20 million in cash flow, ending the quarter with approximately $64 million in cash and a net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio of less than 1x.
Shareholder Return Plan: The company has not explicitly mentioned a shareholder return plan, such as a share buyback program or dividend program, during the call.
The earnings call presents mixed signals. While there is growth in P&C and a positive long-term outlook for Medicare Advantage, the decline in Health vertical and flat adjusted EBITDA growth are concerning. The Q&A reveals cautious optimism but also highlights uncertainties, particularly in carrier investments and market transitions. The overall sentiment remains balanced, with no strong positive or negative catalysts evident.
The earnings call presents a mixed picture. While there is strong growth in the P&C vertical and positive cash flow, the company faces significant challenges in the health insurance segment, including a large FTC settlement and declining transaction values. The market strategy shows optimism, but increased overhead costs and lower take rates may pressure margins. The Q&A reveals some optimism but lacks clarity on certain strategic impacts. Overall, the positive and negative factors balance out, leading to a neutral sentiment.
The earnings call reflects a mixed outlook. While there are strong financial metrics, such as 116% transaction value growth and doubled adjusted EBITDA, there are concerns about increased competition, regulatory issues, and a significant write-off of intangible assets. The lack of a shareholder return plan and potential headwinds from tariffs and FTC matters also weigh on sentiment. Positive guidance and market potential in Medicare Advantage are offset by uncertainties, resulting in a neutral sentiment, suggesting a stock price movement within -2% to 2% over the next two weeks.
The earnings call reveals strong financial performance with significant growth in transaction value and adjusted EBITDA. However, concerns arise from regulatory issues with the FTC, potential tariff impacts, and a decline in the health insurance vertical. The Q&A section shows management's optimism, but also highlights uncertainties, particularly regarding the FTC matter and tariffs. The exit from the travel vertical and overhead increase add to the mixed outlook. Overall, the positive financials are counterbalanced by these risks, resulting in a neutral stock price prediction.
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