Jun 30, 2021

Compass Q2 2021 Earnings Report

Compass's performance improved with significant revenue growth and increased agent productivity.

Key Takeaways

Compass reported a record quarter with a 186% year-over-year increase in revenue to $1.95 billion. The company nearly doubled its market share and achieved Adjusted EBITDA profitability.

Revenue increased by 186% year-over-year to $1.95 billion.

GAAP Net Loss was $(7) million, improved from $(84) million in Q2 2020.

Adjusted EBITDA was a record $71 million, compared to $(56) million in Q2 2020.

Compass agents closed a record 65,743 total transactions, up 140% year-over-year.

Total Revenue
$1.95B
Previous year: $682M
+186.0%
EPS
-$0.02
Previous year: -$0.237
-91.6%
Average Number of Principal Agents
10.63K
Previous year: 8.53K
+24.5%
Total Transactions
65.74K
0
Gross Transaction Value
$77B
0
Gross Profit
$361M
Previous year: $123M
+193.3%
Cash and Equivalents
$811M
Free Cash Flow
$81.3M
Total Assets
$1.91B

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Forward Guidance

Compass provided guidance for Q3 2021 and FY2021, including revenue and Adjusted EBITDA expectations.

Positive Outlook

  • 3Q21 Revenue of $1.65 billion to $1.75 billion.
  • FY2021 Revenue of $6.15 billion to $6.35 billion, compared to prior guidance of $5.35 billion to $5.55 billion.
  • FY2021 Adjusted EBITDA of $(85) million to $(45) million, compared to prior guidance of $(245) million to $(225) million.
  • Demonstrated confidence in achieving Adjusted EBITDA profitability in 2022.
  • Company expects to cover markets comprising roughly half of total transactions by the end of 2021.

Challenges Ahead

  • 3Q21 Adjusted EBITDA of $(20) million to $0 million.
  • Risks related to general economic conditions and the real estate industry.
  • Uncertainties related to the impact of COVID-19 on the business.
  • Risks associated with attracting and retaining agents.
  • Potential impact of monetary policies and fluctuations in quarterly results.