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MediaAlpha, Inc. (NYSE: MAX) is an innovative leader in performance-based digital advertising technology, fundamentally transforming how performance media is bought and sold. The company operates the MediaAlpha Exchange, a transparent, real-time bidding (RTB) enabled clearinghouse for vertical-specific performance media, particularly in the insurance sector. Handling over $10 million in advertising transactions each month, MediaAlpha provides a platform that facilitates insurance carriers and distributors to target and acquire customers effectively.
The company's technology platform connects insurance carriers with consumers through a real-time, transparent, and results-driven ecosystem. MediaAlpha's Exchange allows advertisers to target high-intent customers using structured search, first-party, and third-party data. Advertisers benefit from advanced targeting, analytics, and optimization capabilities, maximizing ROI from click, call, and lead media purchased across various sources.
One of MediaAlpha's key differentiators is the transparency it offers, providing premium publishers the opportunity to present a clearer picture to buyers and differentiate themselves from low-quality impressions. This transparency, combined with MediaAlpha's real-time demand management capabilities, allows publishers to maximize their revenue.
MediaAlpha's operations are primarily within the United States, generating revenue through fees for each consumer referral sold on its platform. The company focuses on three main areas: property & casualty insurance, health insurance, and life insurance.
Recent achievements include a significant transaction with White Mountains Insurance Group, where White Mountains purchased over 5.9 million shares at $10 per share, illustrating strong investor interest and financial stability. MediaAlpha reported solid third quarter results for 2023, with growth in Adjusted EBITDA, despite challenging market conditions in the property & casualty insurance vertical. CEO Steve Yi highlighted the continued benefits of shifting insurance shopping to online channels and anticipated growth acceleration as market conditions improve.
For the fourth quarter of 2023, MediaAlpha projected ongoing challenges in the property & casualty insurance vertical but anticipated stable performance in the health insurance vertical. The company also hosted a Q&A conference call to discuss its third quarter results and fourth quarter financial outlook, emphasizing their strategy for future growth.
In 2024, MediaAlpha launched multiple secondary public offerings of Class A common stock, reflecting strong market confidence. These offerings were managed by leading financial institutions like J.P. Morgan and Goldman Sachs & Co., reinforcing the company's robust market position.
MediaAlpha, Inc. (NYSE: MAX) announced its plans to release second-quarter financial results on August 12, 2021, after market close. A Q&A conference call will follow at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time, available via live webcast on its Investor Relations website. Participants can also dial in toll-free. An audio replay will be accessible for two weeks post-call.
MediaAlpha, Inc. (NYSE: MAX) announced the resignation of CFO Tigran Sinanyan, effective October 1, 2021, as he pursues a management role at a private company. Sinanyan, who has been with MediaAlpha since its inception, will assist in the transition for three months. CEO Steve Yi expressed gratitude for Sinanyan's contributions, highlighted his role in the company's growth and IPO. Additionally, MediaAlpha reaffirmed its financial guidance for Q2 and the full year 2021, emphasizing stability amid leadership changes.
MediaAlpha, Inc. (NYSE: MAX) announced participation in virtual fireside chats at two investor conferences. Steve Yi, CEO, and Tigran Sinanyan, CFO, will speak at the 49th Annual J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference on May 25, 2021, at 4:25 p.m. ET, and the 41st Annual William Blair Growth Stock Conference on June 1, 2021, at 4:20 p.m. ET. Both presentations will be webcast live and archived on MediaAlpha’s investor relations website.
Investors can register for these events through provided links.
MediaAlpha, Inc. (NYSE: MAX) reported strong financial results for Q1 2021, with revenue growth of 45% year-over-year to $173.6 million and a Transaction Value increase of 58% to $262.5 million. Despite a decline in net income to $0.2 million from $8.8 million in Q1 2020, the company raised its full-year guidance for Transaction Value and Adjusted EBITDA. The outlook for Q2 anticipates revenue between $156 million - $161 million, reflecting 28% growth, and a full-year forecast of $680 million - $710 million in revenue, representing 19% growth.
MediaAlpha reported preliminary financial results for Q1 2021, as disclosed in White Mountains Insurance Group's Form 10-Q. Key figures include total revenues of $173.6 million, total expenses of $173.4 million, and net income of $0.2 million. The company has total assets of $241.7 million and total liabilities of $331.1 million. As of the reporting date, White Mountains holds a 29% ownership stake in MediaAlpha with nearly 17 million shares. The finalized Q1 results are set to be published on May 13, 2021.
MediaAlpha, Inc. (NYSE: MAX) will announce its financial results for Q1 2021 on May 13, 2021, after market close. A conference call to discuss these results is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET) on the same day. Interested parties can access the live webcast through MediaAlpha's Investor Relations website. Participants may also dial in using toll-free numbers. An audio replay of the conference call will be available for two weeks post-call.
MediaAlpha announced the closing of a secondary offering of 8,050,000 shares of its Class A common stock at $46.00 per share, with 1,050,000 shares sold under an underwriter's option. MediaAlpha did not sell any shares or receive proceeds from this offering. This transaction involved several financial institutions, including J.P. Morgan and Citigroup, as joint bookrunners. The registration statement for these securities was effective as of March 18, 2021. The press release clarifies it is not an offer to sell or solicit buyers in jurisdictions where it would be unlawful.
MediaAlpha announced the pricing of a secondary offering of 7,000,000 shares of its Class A common stock at $46 per share by certain selling stockholders. The offering is expected to close on March 23, 2021, subject to customary closing conditions. Importantly, MediaAlpha will not be offering any shares nor receiving any proceeds from this transaction. The underwriters have a 30-day option to purchase an additional 1,050,000 shares. J.P. Morgan, Citigroup, Credit Suisse, and RBC Capital Markets are the joint bookrunners for this offering.
MediaAlpha, Inc. (NYSE: MAX) has filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the SEC for a proposed secondary offering of up to 7,000,000 shares of its Class A common stock. This offering, which is initiated by certain selling stockholders, does not include shares offered by MediaAlpha itself. The date and terms of the offering remain uncertain, pending market conditions. Major financial firms, including J.P. Morgan and Citigroup, are acting as underwriters. The press release clarifies that this notice does not constitute an offer to sell or solicit offers to buy these securities.
MediaAlpha, Inc. (MAX) announced its financial results for Q4 and FY 2020, showcasing significant growth. Q4 revenue was $190.2 million, up 51% year-over-year, while FY revenue hit $584.8 million, a 43% increase. However, the company reported a Q4 net loss of $13.2 million compared to a profit of $10.4 million in 2019. The company anticipates strong growth in Q1 2021, with projected revenue between $170 - $175 million, indicating a 44% year-over-year growth. For the full year, 2021 revenue expectations range from $700 - $740 million, reflecting a 23% increase.
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