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Grindr Inc (GRND) operates the world's largest social networking app for LGBTQ communities, combining discreet connection features with cutting-edge mobile technology. This page serves as the definitive source for verified company announcements, providing investors and industry observers with timely updates on operational developments.
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Grindr (NYSE: GRND) confirmed on October 24, 2025 that its Special Committee received a non-binding, unsolicited take-private proposal from large shareholders Ray Zage and James Lu to acquire the company for $18.00 per share in cash. The proposing shareholders and affiliated entities currently beneficially own more than 60% of outstanding common stock. The Special Committee, composed of disinterested and independent directors and advised by J.P. Morgan and Vinson & Elkins, is reviewing the proposal and evaluating options for all shareholders. The company said there is no assurance the proposal will result in a transaction and it does not intend to provide further comment unless appropriate.
Grindr (NYSE: GRND) majority shareholders George Raymond Zage III and James Fu Bin Lu submitted a non-binding proposal on October 24, 2025 to acquire all outstanding shares not owned by them at $18.00 per share in a going-private transaction.
The offer price represents an approximately 51% premium to the unaffected stock price on October 10, 2025. The Proposing Shareholders and affiliated entities beneficially own more than 60% of outstanding shares and say they have secured significant expressions of interest for financing, including additional equity and debt commitments.
Grindr (NYSE: GRND) will release its third quarter 2025 financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025 after market close on Thursday, November 6, 2025. A shareholder letter will be posted on the company's investor relations site and a press release will be issued at that time. Following the release, Grindr will host a live webcasted earnings conference call on November 6, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. PT / 5:00 p.m. ET. The live and archived webcast will be available at https://investors.grindr.com.
Grindr (NYSE: GRND) confirmed that Board members Ray Zage and James Lu expressed interest in exploring a going-private acquisition of the company by acquiring all outstanding common stock.
The company said no proposal exists to evaluate at this time and that the Board formed a Special Committee of disinterested, independent directors to consider any definitive, bona fide proposal that includes committed financing. The Board and Special Committee stated they will act in the best interests of all stockholders while the company continues executing its three-year plan and serving its user base.
Grindr (NYSE:GRND) has announced a unique marketing collaboration with pop icon Christina Aguilera ahead of her headlining performance at the Portola Music Festival on September 20, 2025. The dating app is temporarily replacing its iconic 'bloop' notification sound with the opening of Aguilera's hit song "Come on Over Baby (All I Want Is You)" for users in the USA starting September 15.
The partnership includes in-app promotion and social media presence for Aguilera to promote the Portola Festival. Users can activate the new notification sound through their app settings, with the feature being automatically enabled for those who have sound notifications turned on.
Grindr (NYSE:GRND), known as the Global Gayborhood in Your Pocket™, has announced its participation in two major upcoming investor conferences in September 2025.
CEO George Arison and CFO Vanna Krantz will participate in a fireside chat at Citi's 2025 Global TMT Conference in New York on September 4 at 2:10 PM ET. Additionally, CEO George Arison will present at the Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference in San Francisco on September 8 at 3:05 PM PT.
Both presentations will be available via live webcast on Grindr's investor relations website, with archived replays accessible after the events.
Grindr (NYSE:GRND) reported strong Q2 2025 financial results with revenue reaching $104 million, representing a 27% year-over-year growth. The company achieved a net income of $17 million with a 16% net income margin, and Adjusted EBITDA of $45 million with a 43% margin.
The company maintains its position as the leading LGBTQ+ social platform with 14.5 million average monthly active users across 190+ countries. Grindr continues to execute its product innovation and AI roadmaps, positioning itself as an AI-native consumer platform to maintain competitive advantage and long-term shareholder value.
The company demonstrated strong cash generation with free cash flow of $36.6 million and an 81% free cash flow conversion rate for Q2 2025.
Grindr (NYSE: GRND) announced that Chief Financial Officer Vanna Krantz will be stepping down from her position upon the appointment of her successor. During her three-year tenure, Krantz played a crucial role in taking Grindr public, building investor relationships, and developing the company's business strategy.
The company has initiated a comprehensive search for a new CFO. Based on Q2 2025 performance expectations, Grindr reaffirmed its upgraded 2025 guidance, projecting revenue growth of 26% or higher and an Adjusted EBITDA margin of at least 43%.
Grindr (NYSE: GRND) has scheduled its second quarter 2025 financial results announcement for Thursday, August 7, 2025, after market close. The company will release a Shareholder Letter on its investor relations website, followed by a conference call at 2:00 PM PT / 5:00 PM ET to discuss the quarterly performance.
The earnings conference call will be accessible via webcast at investors.grindr.com, where an archived version will also be available following the live presentation.
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