Etsy Q3 2023 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Etsy, Inc. reported its third quarter 2023 results, with consolidated revenue up 7.0% year-over-year to $636.3 million and a net income of $87.9 million. The company saw growth in active buyers and made progress in product development and marketing, while navigating a challenging macroeconomic environment.
Consolidated GMS increased by 1.2% year-over-year to $3.0 billion.
Active buyers grew by 4% year-over-year, reaching a new all-time high of 92 million.
Consolidated revenue grew 7.0% year-over-year to $636.3 million.
Consolidated net income was $87.9 million, reflecting an impairment charge in the third quarter of the prior year.
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Forward Guidance
Etsy anticipates that GMS for Q4 2023 will decline in the low-single-digit range year-over-year, although this could shift to a mid-single-digit decline if trends worsen. The estimated take rate for Q4 2023 is approximately 20.8%, and the adjusted EBITDA margin is projected to be between 26-27%.
Positive Outlook
- Etsy is focused on areas that will positively impact the company in the months and years ahead.
- Etsy is committed to delivering profitable growth for sellers, shareholders, and stakeholders.
- Core Etsy marketplace margin implied in guidance approaches the long-term target of 30%.
- Consolidated EBITDA dollars are expected to be up sequentially.
- Etsy expects to finish the year just a bit shy of being a 'rule of 40' company for the Etsy marketplace.
Challenges Ahead
- The volatile macro climate will make it challenging for Etsy to grow this quarter.
- Seasonally higher marketing spend is expected.
- A more competitive advertising landscape is anticipated.
- Guidance assumes currency exchange rates remain unchanged at current levels.
- There's no doubt that this is an incredibly challenging environment for spending on consumer discretionary items.
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