MarketWise, Inc. reports news about its multi-brand digital subscription platform for self-directed investors. The company provides premium financial research, software, education and investment tools through direct-to-customer digital channels across mobile, desktop and tablet platforms.
Recurring MarketWise updates cover net revenue, billings, cash flow from operations, paid subscriber trends, retention and product strategy. Company news also includes board-approved capital allocation actions, including dividends on Class A common stock, comparable distributions on MarketWise, LLC units, share repurchase programs, investor presentations, and governance developments tied to strategic priorities and corporate proposals.
MarketWise (NASDAQ: MKTW) reported third-quarter 2026 billings of $80.7 million, up 27% year over year, alongside higher operating cash flow. Operating cash flow reached $7.8 million versus $2.2 million a year earlier. Net revenue fell 1.5% to $80.1 million, while net income declined to $15.1 million from $17.9 million. Diluted earnings per share were $0.53 versus $0.58.
Paid subscribers totaled 389 thousand, above 379 thousand a year earlier but below 400 thousand in June. Average revenue per user rose 52% year over year to $860. Cash fell to $27.4 million from $32.9 million in June; no debt was outstanding. MarketWise affirmed FY 2026 targets of approximately $330 million in billings, approximately $50 million in operating cash flow and $1.80 per Class A share in dividends, with dividends subject to ongoing board approval. The company expects continued billings growth and higher cash flow margins in FY 2027.
MarketWise (NASDAQ: MKTW) plans to release its third quarter 2026 financial results before markets open on November 5, 2026. An earnings press release will include supplemental information alongside required SEC filings. Disclosures will be available on the company’s Investor Relations website. MarketWise does not hold analyst conference calls, but investors may submit written questions to ir@marketwise.com.
MarketWise (NASDAQ: MKTW) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.45 per Class A common share, payable on December 18, 2026.
A distribution of $0.25 per unit was also approved for holders of MarketWise, LLC units. Both payments have a November 13, 2026 record date and will be paid on December 18, 2026.
MarketWise (MKTW) posted an updated investor presentation on its website for investors and analysts on September 24, 2026.
The presentation covers the company's strategy, recent financial performance, market position and growth initiatives. It is available at https://investors.marketwise.com.
MarketWise (NASDAQ: MKTW) announced that Chief Operating and Financial Officer Erik Mickels will host virtual meetings at the UBS SMID-Cap Multisector Virtual Conference on Thursday, September 24, 2026. The one-day virtual UBS event highlights small and mid-cap companies for investors across multiple US regions.
MarketWise (NASDAQ: MKTW) reported Q2 2026 Billings of $91.2 million, up 57% year over year and its highest quarterly level since 2023. Cash from operating activities rose 25.7% to $22.4 million. GAAP Net Revenue was $75.8 million, while the company posted a net loss of $2.6 million, driven mainly by deferred revenue timing and higher sales and marketing costs.
Paid Subscribers reached 400,000, up 4.8% sequentially, with ARPU of $822. Cash was $33 million after a $12.2 million legal settlement tied to terminating Tax Receivable Agreement rights and repurchasing about 3% of total shares. MarketWise raised its FY 2026 Billings guidance by 10% to $330 million (21.7% growth vs. FY 2025), targets $50 million in FY 2026 CFFO, and reaffirmed its $1.80 per-share dividend target for Class A stock, following Q2 dividends of $0.45 per share.
MarketWise (NASDAQ: MKTW) announced that its Board declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.45 per share on Class A common stock, approved on August 4, 2026. The company also approved a $0.25 per unit distribution to holders of MarketWise, LLC units.
According to MarketWise, $0.25 of the Class A dividend reflects its recurring regular dividend, while $0.20 arises from excess tax distributions tied to its corporate structure. Starting this quarter, the company will classify the full $0.45 as a regular quarterly dividend. The dividend and distribution are payable on September 30, 2026 to holders of record on August 19, 2026.
MarketWise (NASDAQ:MKTW) reported preliminary Q2 2026 results showing continued subscriber and revenue momentum. Paid Subscribers rose to 400,000 from 374,000 at year-end 2025, with 2.1 million Active Free Subscribers. Q2 Billings increased 56% year-over-year to approximately $91 million, the highest quarterly level since 2023.
ARPU (preliminary) climbed 73% year-over-year to $821. MarketWise raised its FY 2026 Billings guidance by 10% to $330 million, a 21.7% increase versus 2025, and reaffirmed its FY 2026 Class A dividend target of $1.80 per share, after paying $0.45 per share in Q2.
MarketWise (Nasdaq:MKTW) announced a multi-year Premier Partnership with USA Field Hockey. The MarketWise logo will debut on U.S. National Team uniforms at the 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup.
The partnership extends across all national team programs through the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, aligning MarketWise with athletes’ values of discipline, teamwork, and excellence.
MarketWise (NASDAQ: MKTW) reported Q1 2026 results: Net revenue $77.0M, Billings $81.4M (+15% YoY), and Net loss $0.6M. Paid subscribers were 381k; ARPU was $738. Cash and equivalents were $52.7M as of March 31, 2026.
The company affirmed FY2026 targets of Billings ~$300M and CFFO ~$50M, announced a combined quarterly regular and special dividend of $0.45 per Class A share, and authorized a $50M share buyback program.