Sep 30, 2021

MeridianLink Q3 2021 Earnings Report

MeridianLink's Q3 2021 results were reported, featuring year-over-year revenue growth and high adjusted EBITDA margins.

Key Takeaways

MeridianLink reported strong Q3 2021 results with a 29% year-over-year revenue increase. The company's performance was driven by the adoption of its solutions by financial institutions and consumer reporting agencies.

Revenue increased by 29% year-over-year, reaching $67.4 million.

The company reported an operating loss of $(8.8) million, which is (13)% of revenue.

Adjusted EBITDA reached $31.0 million, representing 46% of revenue.

MeridianLink expanded its client base by adding over 60 new and existing clients to MeridianLink Portal.

Total Revenue
$67.4M
Previous year: $39.6M
+70.1%
EPS
$0.06
Previous year: -$0.24
-125.0%
Adjusted EBITDA Margin
46%
Previous year: 56%
-17.9%
Gross Profit
$40.7M
Previous year: $37.4M
+8.8%
Cash and Equivalents
$93M
Previous year: $141M
-34.0%
Free Cash Flow
$17.6M
Previous year: $24.3M
-27.6%
Total Assets
$1.02B

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Forward Guidance

MeridianLink issued its fourth quarter financial guidance and raised the full year 2021 financial guidance.

Positive Outlook

  • Revenue is expected to be in the range of $59.5 million to $60.5 million for Q4 2021.
  • Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be in the range of $21.0 million to $22.0 million for Q4 2021.
  • Full year 2021 revenue is expected to be in the range of $263.2 million to $264.2 million.
  • Full year 2021 adjusted EBITDA is expected to be in the range of $119.7 million to $120.7 million.
  • The company anticipates continued growth and profitability.

Challenges Ahead

  • The company's projections are based on current information and are subject to change.
  • Actual results may differ materially from these forward-looking statements.
  • The company's performance is subject to various risks and factors beyond its control.
  • These risks are detailed in the company's SEC filings.
  • The company undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income