Braze, Inc. - BRZE STOCK NEWS

Braze (NASDAQ: BRZE) announced it will release its financial results for Q4 and the full fiscal year 2022 on March 30, 2022, after U.S. market close. A conference call will follow at 5:00 pm EDT. The company provides a customer engagement platform, enabling brands to enhance interactions with consumers. Braze has received accolades as a top workplace by Fortune in 2021. Investors can access the conference call and additional details through their investor site.

Braze has announced an open call for applications to its Tech for Black Founders program, offering 15 selected Black-led businesses a year of free access to Braze technology to aid in their growth. This initiative, launched in June 2020, addresses the underrepresentation of Black entrepreneurs in the tech sector, where only 1% receive venture capital backing. Eligible businesses must be bootstrapped, have under 100 employees, and less than $30M in VC funding. The program includes comprehensive customer engagement tools and educational resources.

Braze (Nasdaq: BRZE) released its second annual Customer Engagement Review, analyzing trends from a survey of over 1,500 marketing decision-makers across 14 markets.

This year's report emphasizes the shift towards zero- and first-party data, with 96% of brands planning to increase marketing budgets. It highlights the growing challenge of data management, as 32% of brands cite it as a top concern.

Confidence in customer engagement strategies is rising, with 94% of brands rating theirs as good or excellent, correlating with exceeding revenue targets.

Braze (NASDAQ:BRZE) is expanding its global presence with new offices in Toronto and Paris, focusing on localized support for customers like KFC Canada and Tim Hortons. The company also plans to grow its operations in the U.S. with additional locations in Austin and an expanded office in Chicago. Currently, Braze serves 1,247 customers across 64 countries and employs over 1,000 individuals globally. The expansion aims to enhance customer engagement strategies and capitalize on market opportunities.

RudderStack has announced an expanded partnership with Braze (BRZE) to enhance customer engagement through the Braze Currents source integration. This collaboration aims to streamline the process of real-time data ingestion and cross-channel marketing campaigns, enabling brands to build personalized customer experiences. Key benefits include reliable event streaming, continuous data loops, and advanced engagement tools, which promise improved customer retention and lifetime value. The partnership reflects a commitment to delivering impactful customer interactions.

Braze (NASDAQ: BRZE) has announced its participation in the 24th Annual Needham Growth Conference on January 13, 2022. CEO Bill Magnuson will be featured in a fireside chat at 9:15 am EST, discussing Braze's customer engagement strategies. Investors can access a live webcast and replay of the presentation on the Braze Investor site. Recognized for its workplace culture, Braze operates globally, providing real-time customer data processing and cross-channel marketing solutions.

Braze reported a remarkable 62.6% year-over-year revenue growth to $64.0 million for the third quarter ending October 31, 2021. The company achieved a dollar-based net retention rate of 126% over the past year, indicating strong customer engagement. Subscription revenue reached $59.3 million, with a gross margin of 70%. Despite an operating loss of $10.4 million, Braze initiated guidance for fourth quarter revenues between $65.0 - $66.0 million and a full-year revenue forecast of $232.5 - $233.5 million.

Braze (NASDAQ:BRZE) will release its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2022, ending October 31, 2021, after U.S. markets close on December 20, 2021. The company will host a conference call at 5:00 PM EST the same day to discuss the results. Investors can access the call via phone or webcast, with a replay available on the Braze Investor site. Braze is recognized as a top workplace and provides a customer engagement platform for brands to enhance interactions.

On November 19, 2021, Braze, Inc. (Nasdaq: BRZE) successfully closed its initial public offering (IPO) of 8,800,000 shares of Class A common stock at $65.00 per share. This includes 800,000 shares sold through the underwriters' option. The offering features 7,500,000 shares sold by Braze and 1,300,000 shares by selling stockholders. Braze did not receive proceeds from the latter. Notable underwriters included Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and J.P. Morgan. The registration statement was effective as of November 16, 2021.