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PubMatic (Nasdaq: PUBM) announces its expansion into France as part of its strategy to enhance growth in high-demand markets. This move is bolstered by the appointment of two senior leaders: Laurence Harroch as Director of Publisher Development and Constance de Vulpian as Customer Success Manager. The company aims to deliver localized expertise in digital advertising, reflecting significant growth in the French market. PubMatic emphasizes the importance of local partnerships and innovation in addressing evolving digital marketing challenges.

PubMatic announced a successful partnership with Verve Group and Scream Malmo, utilizing ID5 ID to enhance audience targeting amidst the decline of third-party cookies. Conducted in Sweden, the tests revealed a 21% overall increase in reach and a 30% rise on mobile web, reaching up to 90% on iOS. This strategy aims to provide a privacy-first advertising solution, leveraging next-gen identifiers to improve campaign performance significantly. The collaboration underscores the industry's shift towards innovative targeting methods in a cookieless environment.

PubMatic reported record revenue of $58.1 million in Q3 2021, a 54% increase from the previous year. The company achieved a GAAP net income of $13.5 million and an adjusted EBITDA of $24.3 million, reflecting a 42% margin. This marks the fourth consecutive quarter of organic revenue growth exceeding 50% and an adjusted EBITDA margin over 30%. PubMatic raised its 2021 revenue outlook to $225 million–$227 million, projecting a growth of 51% to 53% year-over-year, and anticipates over $281 million in 2022 revenue.

PubMatic (Nasdaq: PUBM) released findings from a Forrester Consulting study indicating that buyers of mid-sized CTV/OTT inventory are twice as likely to meet their advertising goals compared to those who do not. The study, which surveyed 307 brand and agency buyers in the U.S. and U.K., highlights dissatisfaction with limited media companies and the opportunity presented by mid-sized publishers. Key reasons for this interest include audience relevance, higher quality, and efficiency. The potential for CTV/OTT to enhance campaign performance is emphasized.

PubMatic announced an expanded partnership with Semasio to enhance audience targeting for digital advertising. By integrating Semasio’s audience segments in PubMatic’s Audience Encore, agencies like OMD Netherlands and OMG Germany achieved significant gains. OMD Netherlands reported a 205% increase in reach, along with a 16% uplift in viewability and a 21% increase in click-through rate compared to previous demand-side platform activations. This collaboration aims to address challenges posed by declining third-party cookies, emphasizing the importance of data-driven strategies for marketers.

PubMatic (Nasdaq: PUBM) will announce its financial results for Q3 2021 on November 9, 2021, after market close. A webcast is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET) to discuss the results. As a leading sell-side platform, PubMatic focuses on enhancing revenue for publishers and optimizing outcomes for digital advertising. The company has expanded its global infrastructure since its inception in 2006, operating 15 offices and 8 data centers across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, without a designated corporate headquarters.

PubMatic has partnered with Nielsen to enhance advertising capabilities through the integration of Nielsen’s premium audience data into PubMatic's Audience Encore™. This collaboration enables advertisers to leverage detailed insights into consumer behavior, preferences, and purchasing decisions across digital channels. By utilizing Nielsen's extensive datasets, including FMCG and psychographic data, advertisers can optimize their campaigns and improve ROI. This partnership aims to maximize advertising effectiveness and address the evolving landscape of digital marketing while preparing for a future without third-party cookies.

PubMatic has announced the opening of a new office in Madrid, marking a strategic investment in the growing digital advertising market in Southern Europe. This expansion comes alongside significant growth in Spain, with the appointment of key leaders, Miguel Fernandez-Gil and Gadea Rodriguez Fernandez, to drive ongoing development. PubMatic aims to enhance its local market expertise and strengthen relationships with regional partners. The new office joins existing locations across Europe, reflecting PubMatic's commitment to global expansion and innovation in digital advertising.

PubMatic (NASDAQ: PUBM) reported impressive second-quarter results for 2021, achieving revenue of $49.7 million, an 88% increase from $26.4 million YoY. The company also posted a GAAP net income of $9.9 million ($0.18 per diluted share) and adjusted EBITDA of $18.6 million, up from $4.9 million in the same period last year. With a net dollar-based retention rate of 150%, PubMatic raised its financial outlook, projecting full-year revenue between $205 million and $209 million, a growth of 38% to 40% YoY. The company anticipates continued growth in 2022, targeting a 25% revenue increase.