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Magnite, Inc. reports news on its independent sell-side advertising technology business, where publishers use its platform to monetize content across CTV, online video, display, audio and other digital formats. Company updates commonly cover CTV and DV+ performance, contribution ex-TAC, adjusted EBITDA, free cash flow expectations and capital actions such as stock repurchase programs.
Recurring developments also include publisher and media-owner partnerships, programmatic access to premium inventory, and product updates for SpringServe and ClearLine. Magnite news also addresses AI-supported workflow, mediation, curation and buying tools, along with executive transitions, financial conference participation and legal or competitive developments in the ad tech market.
AdGood, a pioneering nonprofit CTV advertising platform, launched at CES 2025 with support from Magnite (MGNI). The platform aims to provide nonprofits with affordable access to premium Connected TV advertising space through partnerships with purpose-driven publishers.
The platform connects nonprofit agencies with premium CTV inventory through their preferred DSPs, delivering up to 400% more impressions for the same budget compared to other platforms. Magnite, as an early supporter, makes donated inventory available through its SpringServe ad server and Streaming SSP.
AdGood offers a generative AI ad manager and creative generator for organizations lacking resources, helping them create effective ads. The platform targets the over 1.8 million nonprofit organizations in the United States, aiming to help them increase awareness, boost donations, and enhance retargeting efforts through affordable CTV campaigns.
Magnite (NASDAQ: MGNI), the largest independent sell-side advertising company, and Playwire, a global technology company specializing in ad monetization for web publishers, have announced a strategic partnership. This collaboration will bring Playwire's Flex Suite creative formats to programmatic buyers exclusively through Magnite.
The partnership allows advertisers to access Playwire's high-impact ad formats, such as Flex Video, Flex Skin, and Flex Rail, across a network of pre-certified publishers. These formats are designed to enhance viewability and engagement while maintaining a seamless user experience.
This initiative addresses the gap between advertisers and publishers in the supply chain, ensuring more advertising dollars reach publishers directly. This supports the sustainability of free, ad-supported content and delivers better performance for advertisers.
According to Jayson Dubin, CEO of Playwire, the partnership offers advertisers access to premium, pre-vetted inventory that performs better than standard IAB units. Sean Buckley, CRO at Magnite, emphasized that these innovative ad formats will change the perception of programmatic display by offering unique ad experiences that complement content and campaigns.
Playwire's Flex Suite includes large-format mobile video, custom skin placements, and expandable mobile units, all designed to be responsive and engaging across devices.
Magnite (MGNI), the largest independent sell-side advertising company, has announced its participation in the Needham 27th Annual Growth Conference in New York City. The company's executive team will conduct in-person investor meetings on Wednesday, January 15, including a fireside chat scheduled for 11:00 a.m ET.
The event will be accessible via live webcast in the 'Events & Presentations' section of Magnite's investor relations website. A replay of the fireside chat will remain available for 90 days following the presentation.
Magnite (NASDAQ:MGNI) has expanded its Magnite Audiences solution to India and Southeast Asia. The solution, part of the Magnite Access suite, helps publishers monetize their first-party data while enabling advertisers to reach valuable audiences at scale. Magnite Audiences offers standardized segments including interest, purchase intent, demographic, seasonal, and custom categories.
NDTV's Vice President of Product Monetisation & Analytics highlighted the solution's ability to enable precise targeting while enhancing user experience. Interactive Avenues, IPG Mediabrands India's digital arm, expressed confidence in the solution's ability to curate customized ad inventory aligned with client campaign goals.
Magnite (NASDAQ: MGNI), the world's largest independent sell-side advertising platform, has announced two key leadership promotions. Sean Buckley has been elevated to President, Revenue, continuing to lead the global commercial organization after serving as Chief Revenue Officer since 2022. Katie Evans has been promoted to President, Operations, maintaining oversight of client success, sales operations, technical operations, and business intelligence teams after serving as Chief Operating Officer since 2020.
Both executives will continue reporting to CEO Michael Barrett. The promotions aim to sharpen the company's strategic focus, drive innovation, and accelerate market momentum, particularly in areas such as live sports, programmatic CTV adoption, and DV+ innovations.
Magnite and LG Ad Solutions have renewed their global partnership across North America, APAC, and EMEA. The collaboration has shown remarkable growth, with LG Ad Solutions' programmatic spend increasing by 103% on Magnite's Streaming SSP. LG is utilizing Magnite's SpringServe ad server for new activations, including its webOS all-in-one smart platform.
The partnership enhancement enables advertisers to access premium video inventory through Magnite's ClearLine self-service solution, with full transparency and control. In the first half of next year, advertisers will be able to use LG's proprietary first-party data and unique ad formats on the LG Home Screen through the programmatic ecosystem.
WeTV has selected Magnite's ad tech stack to enhance monetization of its video inventory. The partnership leverages BidLink solution within Magnite's SpringServe ad server to scale programmatically, while Magnite Streaming and DV+ SSPs will help maximize inventory value. WeTV, which launched in Southeast Asia in 2019, delivers premium Chinese dramas, variety shows, anime, and original content. The SpringServe ad server creates operational efficiencies and improves monetization opportunities while BidLink enables competition between traditional-direct and programmatic campaigns across multiple integrated SSPs to boost yield and increase revenue.
Magnite (MGNI) announced that TCL, the world's second-largest TV manufacturer, has chosen Magnite to enhance its streaming strategy and ad-supported business. TCL will implement Magnite's SpringServe ad server and streaming platform to manage their premium inventory. TCL shipped 25.26 million TV units in 2023, securing a 12.5% market share, and their streaming service, TCL Channel, has over 24 million global members. The partnership aims to optimize viewer experience through custom tiles and pause ad units while providing valuable insights to advertisers.
Magnite (NASDAQ: MGNI), a leading independent sell-side advertising company, reported its Q3 2024 results. Key highlights include:
Revenue: $162.0 million, up 8% year-over-year.
Contribution ex-TAC: $149.4 million, up 12% year-over-year.
CTV Contribution ex-TAC: $64.4 million, up 23% year-over-year.
DV+ Contribution ex-TAC: $85.0 million, up 5% year-over-year.
Net Income: $5.2 million, for EPS of $0.04, compared to a net loss of $17.5 million in Q3 2023.
Adjusted EBITDA: $50.6 million with a 34% margin, up from $40.3 million (30% margin) in Q3 2023.
Non-GAAP EPS: $0.17, up from $0.12 in Q3 2023.
Operating Cash Flow: $40.2 million.
Expectations for Q4 2024 include:
Total Contribution ex-TAC: $182-$186 million.
CTV Contribution ex-TAC: $75-$77 million.
DV+ Contribution ex-TAC: $107-$109 million.
Adjusted EBITDA Operating Expenses: $102-$104 million.
For full-year 2024, the company raised its guidance for Contribution ex-TAC growth to 11%-12%, Adjusted EBITDA margin expansion to 150-200 basis points, and free cash flow growth to approximately 20%.
Magnite (NASDAQ: MGNI), the largest independent sell-side advertising company, achieved the highest score in the current offering category among ten vendors evaluated in The Forrester Wave™: Sell-Side Platforms Q4 2024 report. The company received Forrester's highest possible rating in 18 criteria, including Innovation, Desktop & Mobile Display, and Inventory Quality. The report highlighted Magnite's strength in streaming channels, demand facilitation expertise, and technical competence in supporting monetization across online video, audio, mobile app, and complex media. Magnite was the only vendor to receive perfect scores in User Interface and Supporting Services categories.