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Dec 31, 2020

Snapchat Q4 2020 Earnings Report

Snapchat's Q4 2020 earnings showcased strong growth in revenue and user engagement.

Key Takeaways

Snap Inc. reported a 62% year-over-year increase in revenue, reaching $911 million, and a 22% increase in daily active users (DAUs), totaling 265 million. The company's net loss was $(113) million, while Adjusted EBITDA was $166 million. Snap delivered its first full year of Adjusted EBITDA profitability and is focusing on investments in augmented reality, mapping, and content.

Revenue increased by 62% year-over-year to $911 million.

Daily Active Users (DAUs) grew by 22% year-over-year to 265 million.

Net loss was $(113) million, an improvement compared to the prior year.

Adjusted EBITDA reached $166 million, marking a significant increase year-over-year.

Total Revenue
$911M
Previous year: $561M
+62.5%
EPS
$0.09
Previous year: $0.03
+200.0%
Global DAU
265M
Previous year: 218M
+21.6%
North America DAU
92M
Previous year: 86M
+7.0%
Europe DAU
74M
Previous year: 67M
+10.4%
Gross Profit
$526M
Previous year: $307M
+71.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$547M
Previous year: $521M
+4.9%
Free Cash Flow
-$69M
Previous year: -$75.9M
-9.1%
Total Assets
$5.02B
Previous year: $4.01B
+25.2%

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Snapchat Revenue by Geographic Location

Forward Guidance

Snap Inc. provided forward-looking statements for Q1 2021, with revenue estimated to be between $720 million and $740 million, compared to $462 million in Q1 2020. Adjusted EBITDA is estimated to be between $(70) million and $(50) million, compared to $(81) million in Q1 2020.

Positive Outlook

  • Revenue is estimated to be between $720 million and $740 million, compared to $462 million in Q1 2020.
  • Adjusted EBITDA is estimated to be between $(70) million and $(50) million, compared to $(81) million in Q1 2020.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income