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PubMatic reported first-quarter 2022 revenue of $54.6 million, a 25% increase year-over-year. The company achieved GAAP net income of $4.8 million, with a 9% margin. Adjusted EBITDA was $17.0 million or a 31% margin. Highlights include a 140% net dollar-based retention rate and a significant 76% increase in impressions processed. Despite strong performance, the company adopted a conservative outlook due to potential headwinds, forecasting 20%-25% revenue growth for Q2. Total cash and equivalents stand at $174.7 million with no debt.

PubMatic, Inc. (Nasdaq: PUBM) has announced that it will release its financial results for the quarter ending March 31, 2022, after market close on May 9, 2022. A webcast will be held on the same day at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time to discuss the results. PubMatic focuses on empowering digital content creators by maximizing monetization and providing programmatic solutions in real time. This announcement does not include any financial metrics, guidance, or results, leaving investors awaiting further information during the upcoming earnings call.

PubMatic has been recognized as the leading independent SSP for publishers monetizing video ad inventory programmatically, according to a study conducted with Advertiser Perceptions. The study highlights that 62% of digital video advertising is executed programmatically, with significant challenges in achieving cross-screen targeting. Key findings reveal that 54% of publishers prioritize screen-agnostic targeting, yet 86% find it challenging to implement. Paulina Klimenko, Chief Growth Officer, emphasized the goal of providing solutions to enhance publisher revenue through effective partnerships.

PubMatic (Nasdaq: PUBM) has expanded its EMEA leadership team, enhancing its local market expertise. Hitesh Bhatt has been promoted to Senior Director, CTV/OTT, contributing to significant growth in the company’s CTV revenue, which increased over sixfold in Q4 2021 compared to Q4 2020. Jacqueline Boakye becomes Vice President, Customer Success, EMEA, focusing on omnichannel solutions to boost publisher revenue. Kofi Amoako is the new Regional Vice President, Addressability, EMEA, aiming to deploy the Addressability Suite across the region. These roles are part of PubMatic’s growth strategy in EMEA.

PubMatic (Nasdaq: PUBM) and IAB Europe released a report on March 16, 2022, detailing online video advertising trends in Europe. The study surveyed over 140 media buyers across 31 markets, revealing that, on average, they allocate 36% of total ad spend to video advertising. Notably, two-thirds are investing in connected TV (CTV), while performance KPIs are the primary driver for choosing sell-side platforms. Despite challenges in cross-screen measurement, programmatic spending remains strong, with 57% seeking better measurable formats.

PubMatic (Nasdaq: PUBM) announced its management team's participation in upcoming investor conferences to discuss its role in digital advertising. The events include the JMP Securities Technology Conference on March 7, 2022, at 12 pm ET, and the KeyBanc Emerging Technology Summit on March 9, 2022, at 12 pm ET. Both presentations will be available through live webcasts on the investor relations section of PubMatic’s website, with replays accessible later. The company emphasizes its commitment to innovating the digital advertising supply chain.

PubMatic, Inc. (Nasdaq: PUBM) reported record Q4 2021 revenue of $75.6 million, up 34% year-over-year, and full-year revenue of $226.9 million, reflecting 53% growth. GAAP net income for Q4 was $28.2 million ($0.50/share), with a 37% net income margin. Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 reached $38.9 million at a 51% margin. The company processed 92.2 trillion impressions in 2021, up 96%. For 2022, PubMatic expects revenue between $282 million and $286 million, a 25% growth target.

PubMatic (Nasdaq: PUBM) has formed a global partnership with GroupM, enhancing the GroupM Premium Marketplace in EMEA. This collaboration aims to streamline the programmatic advertising ecosystem by providing GroupM clients with direct access to quality publisher inventory and improving media buying transparency. The initiative seeks to reduce fraud and inventory misrepresentation, ensuring a more efficient digital advertising supply chain. With a focus on simplifying complex processes, both buyers and publishers stand to benefit from better inventory monetization and improved collaboration.

PubMatic (Nasdaq: PUBM) announced successful results from its partnership with MiQ, demonstrating a 65% increase in unique reach compared to cookie-based campaigns. The new addressability solutions enhance advertiser ROI while maintaining consumer privacy. Campaigns using RampID significantly outperformed those relying on third-party cookies, achieving better CPM and increased audience reach. The collaboration aims to innovate advertising strategies in a cookie-less landscape, ensuring measurable results and addressing identity resolution challenges.