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LendingTree, Inc. (NASDAQ: TREE) is a premier online loan marketplace designed to simplify the financing process for consumers in the United States. Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, LendingTree offers a broad array of financial products through its extensive network of over 500 financial partners. The company's primary offerings include home loans, personal loans, auto loans, credit cards, student loans, small business loans, and insurance products.
Founded with the goal of providing consumers with competitive loan options, LendingTree allows users to complete a single online loan request and receive multiple real offers from various lenders. This transparent approach enables users to compare and select the offer that best fits their financial needs. The company operates three main segments: Home, Consumer, and Insurance.
Recent achievements highlight LendingTree's robust leadership and growth. In 2023, Scott Peyree was appointed Chief Operating Officer and President of Marketplace Businesses. Under Peyree’s leadership, the company has seen enhanced operational efficiencies and strategic growth, particularly within its insurance vertical.
Financially, LendingTree has demonstrated resilience amid challenging economic conditions. In the third quarter of 2023, the company reported an Adjusted EBITDA of $22 million, achieving an EBITDA margin of 14%. This success is attributed to disciplined expense management and strategic operational improvements.
LendingTree's latest innovation, the LendingTree Spring app, launched in 2024, underscores the company's commitment to financial wellness. The app is designed to help users cultivate smart money habits, providing them with personalized financial strategies to manage their credit health and finances effectively.
In March 2024, LendingTree secured up to $175 million in financing from Apollo Funds, strengthening their financial position and enabling further innovation across their product offerings. The company continues to focus on profitability and growth, with strong performance in the insurance segment and stable conditions in the consumer lending space.
LendingTree continues to adapt and navigate the economic landscape, using advanced analytics and proprietary systems to optimize marketing strategies and match consumers with the best financial products available. For more information, visit www.lendingtree.com.
According to a LendingTree survey, nearly 71% of parents with children under 18 plan to increase their Halloween spending this year, aiming to compensate for lost celebrations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Over half of Americans, 54%, have previously overspent on Halloween, primarily for decoration competition. Additionally, 34% of consumers subscribed to new streaming services for Halloween content, and 38% purchased Halloween items for social media purposes. These findings highlight the significant emotional and financial impact of 2020 on holiday spending habits.
On October 21, 2020, QuoteWizard, a LendingTree company, released its 5th annual Best and Worst Drivers by State report, analyzing over 2 million insurance quotes to determine state rankings based on driving incidents. Wyoming, Virginia, and Colorado were identified as the states with the worst drivers, while West Virginia, Missouri, and Michigan topped the list for the best drivers. The rankings were derived from a composite score based on accident rates, speeding tickets, DUIs, and citations.
LendingTree, Inc. (NASDAQ: TREE) will release its fiscal third quarter 2020 results on November 5, 2020, at 7:00 a.m. ET. A shareholder letter will be posted on their website. The company will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m. ET on the same day, which will also be webcast. Interested participants can dial in five minutes prior. Replay of the call will be available from 12:00 p.m. ET on November 5 until 12:00 p.m. ET on November 13. For more details, visit investors.lendingtree.com.
LendingTree surveyed over 1,000 U.S. consumers in early October 2020, revealing key insights into holiday shopping trends amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Notably, 25% of consumers have completed their holiday shopping already, with 44% of parents with children under 18 doing the same. However, 31% expect to incur debt this holiday season, particularly 55% of parents and 47% of those laid off or furloughed. Additionally, 59% of parents plan to spend more this year, while 22% of shoppers will purchase gifts online.
The recent LendingTree survey reveals significant changes in grocery shopping habits due to the pandemic. Average weekly grocery spending surged by 17%, rising from $163 to $190.
Approximately 31% of consumers report frequently overspending, with men notably overspending more than women. Despite going to stores less often, 63% of consumers now order food delivery weekly, particularly Gen X at 86%.
This increased spending amounts to around $100 more monthly, impacting household budgets during the ongoing crisis.
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