Ziff Davis reported a slight decrease in Q4 revenue and Adjusted EBITDA, but achieved significant growth in operating cash flow and free cash flow. Net income was heavily impacted by a $58 million loss on the sale of a business and equity investment losses, while the company continued aggressive share repurchases.
Q4 Revenues decreased by 1.5% to $406.7 million compared to the prior year period.
Net income dropped to $0.4 million primarily due to a pre-tax $58.0 million loss on the sale of a business.
Free cash flow for the quarter increased by 20.4% to $157.8 million.
The company deployed $60.6 million for share repurchases in Q4 and $173.8 million for the full year.
Ziff Davis is deferring its fiscal 2026 guidance as it evaluates value-creating opportunities, including the potential sale of entire divisions.
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