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Upstart Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: UPST) is an artificial intelligence (AI) lending marketplace that connects consumer borrowers with banks and credit unions using its AI models and cloud applications. News about Upstart often centers on its financial results, capital markets activity, and partnerships with financial institutions that adopt its platform for personal loans, auto refinance loans, and home equity lines of credit.
On this page, readers can follow coverage of Upstart’s earnings announcements, including quarterly and full-year results, as well as conference call and webcast details described in its press releases. These updates typically reference key operating metrics such as transaction volume, conversion rate, contribution profit, and the percentage of loans that are fully automated on the platform.
Another major theme in Upstart news is lending partnerships. Recent releases highlight agreements with credit unions such as MyPoint Credit Union, Tech CU, Peak Credit Union, Corporate America Family Credit Union, and Cornerstone Community Financial Credit Union. These stories describe how partners use Upstart’s AI-powered, all-digital lending platform and the Upstart Referral Network to extend personal lending, auto refinance, and HELOC offerings to more consumers.
Investors and analysts can also track funding and securitization activity, including forward-flow agreements with institutional investors and securitizations of unsecured consumer loans originated through Upstart Network, Inc. Together, these news items provide insight into how Upstart’s AI lending marketplace operates, how it collaborates with banks and credit unions, and how it supports loan funding through capital markets structures.
For anyone researching UPST stock or the company’s role in AI-driven consumer lending, this news feed offers a centralized view of Upstart’s public announcements, marketplace developments, and regulatory communications referenced in press releases.
Upstart Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: UPST) announced strong financial results for Q1 2021, with total revenue of $121 million, reflecting a 90% increase year-over-year.
Fee revenue reached $116 million, while bank partners originated 169,750 loans worth $1.73 billion, also up 102%.
Net income was $10.1 million, yielding an EPS of $0.11, and adjusted EBITDA saw a remarkable 472% increase to $21 million.
For Q2 2021, the company expects revenue between $150 to $160 million, revising its 2021 revenue outlook to approximately $600 million from $500 million.
Upstart (NASDAQ: UPST) announced its partnership with Drummond Community Bank, enhancing the bank's ability to provide personal and auto loans through Upstart's AI-powered platform. This collaboration aims to increase credit access for Florida communities. Drummond Community Bank, a state-chartered institution with over $800 million in assets, will offer a fully digital experience for personal loans and auto loan refinancing. As part of the Upstart Referral Network, qualified applicants will receive tailored offers, streamlining the application process.
Upstart Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: UPST) will announce its Q1 fiscal 2021 results on May 11, 2021, after market close. A conference call is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. PT / 4:30 p.m. ET, accessible via Upstart's investor relations website. The call aims to provide insights into Upstart's AI-driven lending platform, which enhances approval rates and reduces loss rates for partner banks. The company, established by ex-Googlers in 2012, continues to revolutionize lending through advanced AI technology.
Upstart Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: UPST) has successfully closed its follow-on offering of 2,300,000 shares at $120.00 each. The offering comprised 2,000,000 shares from Upstart and 300,000 shares through the underwriters’ option. The net proceeds will be directed towards general corporate purposes. Leading the offering were Goldman Sachs, BofA Securities, and Citigroup, with Jefferies and Barclays also playing significant roles. This offering follows a registration statement effective since April 8, 2021, and does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy securities in jurisdictions where it is unlawful.
Upstart (NASDAQ: UPST) announced that First Financial Bank has expanded its Personal Lending Program through the Upstart Referral Network, enhancing access to unsecured lending solutions. This collaboration, initiated in February 2021, allows qualified personal loan applicants to receive tailored offers and complete applications under First Financial Bank's branding. The initiative aims to serve more clients, particularly those underserved by traditional banking. Upstart's AI platform facilitates higher approval rates for banks while offering an efficient digital lending experience.
Upstart Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: UPST) has announced a follow-on offering of its common stock priced at $120.00 per share, totaling 2,000,000 shares. The underwriters have a 30-day option to purchase an additional 300,000 shares. The offering is expected to close on April 13, 2021, pending customary closing conditions. Proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes. Major underwriters include Goldman Sachs, BofA Securities, and Citigroup. The registration statement was effective on April 8, 2021.
Upstart Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: UPST) has announced a follow-on offering of 2,000,000 shares of its common stock, all offered by the company. Additionally, underwriters have a 30-day option to purchase up to 300,000 more shares. The proceeds from this offering will be used for general corporate purposes. Major financial institutions such as Goldman Sachs, BofA Securities, and Citigroup are managing the deal. This announcement does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy securities in jurisdictions where such actions would be unlawful.
Upstart (NASDAQ: UPST) announced the general availability of its Upstart Referral Network, an AI-driven platform that connects borrowers with suitable banks and credit unions. This initiative aims to help financial institutions build diverse loan portfolios while enabling consumers to access affordable credit. Key features include a Performance Console for tracking loan originations and a Demand Deposit Account option during applications. Banks can implement the network at low costs, starting from $1 million in monthly loan originations.
Upstart Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: UPST) has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Prodigy Software, boosting its position in the automotive retail software market. This acquisition aims to enhance the car-buying experience, with Upstart's AI-driven lending technology improving auto financing. The transaction is set to close in Q2 2021, pending customary conditions. Upstart, having originated over $9 billion in personal loans, seeks to streamline auto loans through Prodigy's software, addressing a significant consumer discomfort in car purchases and financing.
Upstart Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: UPST) reported strong financial results for Q4 and FY 2020, highlighting a 39% year-over-year revenue increase to $86.7 million and a 42% rise for the fiscal year to $233.4 million. The company posted a net income of $1.0 million in Q4 and $6.0 million for the year, with significant growth in contribution profit and adjusted EBITDA. Upstart is acquiring Prodigy Software to enhance its AI-enabled auto loan offerings. Guidance for Q1 2021 indicates revenue between $112-$118 million and for FY 2021, approximately $500 million in revenue.