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Dec 31, 2024

Viant Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Viant Technology achieved record Q4 2024 revenue and profitability, driven by strong advertiser demand and AI-powered solutions.

Key Takeaways

Viant Technology posted Q4 2024 revenue of $90.1 million, up 40% year-over-year, with net income rising 133% to $7.7 million. Adjusted EBITDA grew 31% to $17.1 million. The company benefited from record advertiser spending, growth in connected TV (CTV) advertising, and the adoption of its AI-driven ViantAI platform. Viant also completed the acquisition of Lockr to enhance first-party data capabilities.

Q4 revenue grew 40% YoY to $90.1 million.

Net income increased 133% to $7.7 million.

Adjusted EBITDA rose 31% to $17.1 million.

Record advertiser spend on Viant’s platform, with strong growth in CTV advertising.

Total Revenue
$90.1M
Previous year: $64.4M
+39.8%
EPS
$0.17
Previous year: $0.14
+21.4%
Adjusted EBITDA
$17.1M
Previous year: $13M
+31.4%
Revenue ex-TAC
$54.4M
Previous year: $42.6M
+27.6%
Gross Profit
$42.5M
Previous year: $31.8M
+33.8%
Cash and Equivalents
$205M
Previous year: $216M
-5.3%
Free Cash Flow
$51.8M
Previous year: $22.8M
+127.3%
Total Assets
$441M
Previous year: $405M
+8.9%

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Forward Guidance

Viant Technology expects continued strong growth in 2025, supported by AI-driven innovations, increased advertiser adoption, and expansion in CTV and programmatic advertising.

Positive Outlook

  • Revenue expected to reach $65M-$68M in Q1 2025.
  • Continued investment in AI-driven ViantAI to enhance advertiser performance.
  • Expansion of first-party data capabilities through Lockr acquisition.
  • Growth in programmatic advertising and connected TV spending.
  • Strong balance sheet with $205M in cash and no outstanding debt.

Challenges Ahead

  • Potential macroeconomic headwinds impacting digital ad spending.
  • Increased competition in the programmatic advertising space.
  • Higher operating expenses due to strategic investments in AI and data infrastructure.
  • Ongoing industry challenges related to data privacy regulations.
  • Uncertainty in advertiser demand trends due to shifting market dynamics.