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BuzzFeed, Inc. (NASDAQ: BZFD) will release its Q1 2022 financial results on May 16, 2022, after market close. Founder and CEO Jonah Peretti and CFO Felicia DellaFortuna will host a conference call at 5:00 PM ET to discuss the results. A webcast will be available on investors.buzzfeed.com. BuzzFeed, established in 2006, is committed to producing trusted news and entertainment, dedicated to inclusivity and creativity for its audience.
BuzzFeed, Inc. (Nasdaq: BZFD) reported a 24% year-over-year revenue growth for 2021, totaling $398 million. The company achieved profitability, with net income up 132% to $25.9 million. Key revenue drivers included a 37% increase in advertising revenue, reaching $205.8 million, and a 19% growth in commerce revenue to $61.6 million. However, Q4 revenues rose only 18% to $145.7 million, with a 26% decline in commerce revenue. Looking ahead to Q1 2022, revenues are expected to decrease slightly on a pro forma basis.
BuzzFeed, Inc. (NASDAQ: BZFD) will report its fourth quarter and full year 2021 financial results on March 22, 2022, before market opening. CEO Jonah Peretti and CFO Felicia DellaFortuna will discuss the results during a conference call at 8:30 AM ET, accessible via webcast. This marks BuzzFeed's first earnings call as a publicly traded entity following its recent acquisitions, including Complex Networks in December 2021 and HuffPost in February 2021.
BuzzFeed, Inc. (NASDAQ: BZFD) has appointed Christian Baesler as Chief Operating Officer while he continues as CEO of Complex Networks. Baesler brings extensive operational experience, previously leading Complex Networks since 2018 and holding senior roles at Bauer Media Group. His appointment aims to enhance BuzzFeed's revenue functions and accelerate the integration of Complex Networks. He will oversee a team including Edgar Hernandez, Ken Blom, Nilla Ali, and Richard Alan Reid, reporting directly to founder Jonah Peretti.
BuzzFeed, Inc. becomes the first publicly traded purely digital media company, trading on Nasdaq under the ticker symbols BZFD and BZFDW. This follows the completion of its business combination with 890 5th Avenue Partners, and acquisition of Complex Networks. The company now features brands like BuzzFeed, HuffPost, and Tasty. CEO Jonah Peretti expressed gratitude to contributors and emphasized future growth opportunities. The first trading day included interactive content and promotions, showcasing BuzzFeed's blend of internet culture and media.