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Mar 31, 2020

LendingTree Q1 2020 Earnings Report

LendingTree showcased strength in Home and Insurance segments despite challenges from COVID-19.

Key Takeaways

LendingTree reported solid first-quarter results with revenue up 8% year-over-year, driven by strong performance in the Home and Insurance segments, despite facing late-quarter challenges due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The company remains focused on market share gains, product innovation, and supporting its stakeholders.

Consolidated revenue increased by 8% year-over-year to $283.1 million.

GAAP net income from continuing operations was $19.0 million, or $1.34 per diluted share.

Variable marketing margin grew by 6% year-over-year to $98.2 million.

Adjusted EBITDA increased by 4% year-over-year to $44.9 million.

Total Revenue
$283M
Previous year: $262M
+7.9%
EPS
$1.2
Previous year: $1.1
+9.1%
Variable Marketing Margin
$98.2M
Previous year: $92.5M
+6.2%
Gross Profit
$269M
Previous year: $245M
+9.9%
Cash and Equivalents
$51.2M
Previous year: $64.6M
-20.7%
Total Assets
$1.02B
Previous year: $993M
+2.4%

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LendingTree Revenue by Segment

Forward Guidance

For the second quarter of 2020, LendingTree expects revenue between $160 - $175 million, variable marketing margin between $65 - $75 million, and adjusted EBITDA between $12 - $18 million.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income