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Match Group, Inc. reports developments across a global portfolio of online dating and social connection brands, including Tinder, Hinge, Match, Meetic, OkCupid, Pairs, PlentyOfFish, Azar and BLK. Company news commonly covers quarterly results, direct revenue trends, payer and engagement metrics, product launches, international expansion and brand-level initiatives within Tinder, Hinge and other segments.
Updates also include conference appearances, dividend declarations, share repurchases, organizational changes and strategic investments in adjacent connection platforms. Match Group frames many releases around product-led transformation, user growth, operating discipline and capital allocation across its digital dating portfolio.
Match Group (NASDAQ: MTCH) announced that Gary Swidler, Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer, will participate in a fireside chat at Citi's 2021 Global Technology Virtual Conference on September 13 at 1:50 p.m. ET. A live webcast and replay will be available at Match Group Events. Match Group offers a portfolio of brands designed to help users create meaningful connections across various platforms and languages, including Tinder®, Match®, and OkCupid®.
Plenty of Fish launches the "Plenty of Pets" campaign aimed at helping singles connect through their love of pets. The initiative includes exclusive livestreaming events featuring adoptable pets and a performance by Moshow, the Cat Rapper. The campaign is backed by a $50,000 donation to Petco Love, a nonprofit focused on saving pet lives. A survey reveals that 97% of single pet owners consider pets part of their family, with 61% believing pets are ideal icebreakers in dating. Events will take place throughout August 2021, creating engaging, low-pressure environments for singles to meet.
Hinge is stepping up to support the dwindling number of lesbian bars in the U.S., which have decreased from 200 in the late 1980s to just 21 today. The company will provide at least $50,000 in stimulus payments to these bars, part of its collaboration with The Lesbian Bar Project. Additionally, Hinge plans to encourage its users to visit these establishments while promoting their significance within the LGBTQIA+ community. The initiative also includes contributing net proceeds from its app to support bars facing financial challenges.
Match Group (NASDAQ: MTCH) released its Q2 2021 shareholder letter on August 3, 2021, detailing significant updates and performance metrics. The company will hold a conference call on August 4 at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss results and future strategies. Match Group offers a diverse portfolio of popular dating platforms, including Tinder and OkCupid, aimed at enhancing user connections globally. The services are tailored to various user preferences and available in over 40 languages.
Match Group (NASDAQ: MTCH) will host a live webcast of its second quarter 2021 financial results on August 4, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. ET. Results will be published after market close on August 3, 2021. Investors can access the webcast and supplemental materials, including forward-looking information, on the company's investor relations page at ir.mtch.com. The company, known for its suite of dating apps like Tinder and OkCupid, serves users globally in over 40 languages.
Hinge has promoted Michelle Parsons to Chief Product Officer, focusing on user experience and product development. Tim MacGougan transitions to Chief Design Officer. Parsons, with prior experience at Spotify and Netflix, aims to enhance Hinge's strategic vision of fostering meaningful relationships. She emphasizes inclusion through new app features, including pronoun choices. Hinge prioritizes self-expression, interaction, inclusion, and user discovery. Since its acquisition by Match Group (NASDAQ:MTCH) in 2018, Hinge has been the fastest-growing dating app in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia.
Match Group (NASDAQ: MTCH) has published its first Impact Report, detailing its social, environmental, and governance performance for 2020. The report aims to enhance industry standards by providing a transparent overview of the company's efforts to foster safe and inclusive connections. CEO Shar Dubey emphasized the importance of building meaningful connections for all singles. The annual report will serve as a benchmark within the industry, reinforcing Match Group's commitment to its mission.
Match Group (NASDAQ: MTCH) has completed its acquisition of Hyperconnect for $1.725 billion, structured as 50% cash and 50% stock. The deal aims to leverage Hyperconnect's technology to enhance user engagement across Match Group's portfolio, which includes popular brands like Tinder and Match. Hyperconnect operates significant social apps, Azar and Hakuna Live, which feature live video chat and streaming capabilities. This acquisition is expected to accelerate Hyperconnect's growth and create synergies within Match Group's offerings.
As the pandemic impacts dating behaviors, a survey by Plenty of Fish reveals significant shifts among young singles. 55% of young, single Americans turned to technology for intimacy during COVID-19. As society reopens, 42% are open to physical intimacy, but two-thirds intend to maintain their virtual connections. The survey of 2,900 individuals shows that 64% redefined intimacy, with 51% believing one-night stands will fade. Additionally, 76% engaged in friends with benefits relationships. Overall, singles are seeking deeper, more meaningful connections.
Match Group (NASDAQ: MTCH) announced that Gary Swidler, Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer, will participate in a fireside chat at the Evercore ISI Inaugural Technology, Media and Telecom Conference. The event is scheduled for June 7, 2021, at 10:15 a.m. Eastern Time. A live webcast and replay will be accessible via their website. Match Group is a prominent global provider of dating services, featuring well-known brands like Tinder®, Match®, and Hinge®, and aims to facilitate meaningful connections for users in over 40 languages.