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Upwork Inc. (UPWK) operates the world's largest work marketplace connecting businesses with independent professionals. This page serves as the definitive source for official company announcements, financial updates, and strategic developments.
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Upwork (Nasdaq: UPWK) has launched a new brand identity and global campaign aimed at enhancing its engagement with freelancers and businesses. This rebranding seeks to address challenges in the workforce, particularly the skill gaps and resource constraints brought about by the pandemic. Upwork's rebrand reflects an optimistic view of freelancing's future, emphasizing warmth and efficiency. The campaign, developed with the creative agency Alto, highlights Upwork's commitment to building long-term partnerships in a remote economy.
Upwork Inc. (UPWK) reported strong first quarter 2021 results with a 41% increase in gross services volume (GSV) to $786.8 million and 37% revenue growth to $113.6 million. Marketplace revenue rose 40% to $104.7 million, while gross margin improved by one percentage point to 73%. The net loss narrowed to $7.8 million or $(0.06) per share. Upwork provided guidance anticipating $119 million to $121 million revenue for Q2 and $480 million to $490 million for the full year.
Upwork Inc. (Nasdaq: UPWK) announced it will report its Q1 2021 financial results on May 4, 2021, after market close. A Q&A conference call will take place at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET) the same day. Investors can access the live webcast on the Upwork Investor Relations website. In 2020, Upwork facilitated over $2.3 billion to its talent community across more than 10,000 skills. This highlights Upwork’s status as the world’s largest work marketplace connecting businesses with independent talent.
Upwork Inc. (Nasdaq: UPWK) reported a 32% revenue growth in Q4 2020, reaching $106.2 million, and a 24% increase in annual revenue of $373.6 million. Marketplace revenue rose 34% to $96.9 million in the fourth quarter, with a take rate of 13.5%. The company achieved positive net income of $0.9 million in Q4 2020, contrasting with a net loss of $5.5 million a year prior. For 2021, Upwork anticipates revenue between $460 million to $470 million.
Upwork Inc. (Nasdaq: UPWK) announces a fireside chat featuring CEO Hayden Brown and CFO Jeff McCombs at the JMP Securities Technology Conference on March 1, 2021, at 11:30 a.m. PT/2:30 p.m. ET.
The event will be accessible via an audiocast on Upwork’s Investor Relations website, with an archive available for 90 days post-event. Upwork, the largest work marketplace, connects businesses with independent talent and generated over $2 billion in earnings for freelancers in 2019.
Upwork (NASDAQ: UPWK) has awarded ten $50,000 grants to organizations focused on empowering marginalized populations globally. Selected from the Fall 2020 grant applications, these initiatives address economic inequalities exacerbated by the pandemic. Grant recipients include organizations like Digital NEST, which provides tech career training to Latinx youth, and EarthEnable, which tackles health issues from dirt floors in Rwanda. These efforts align with Upwork's commitment to diversity and inclusion as highlighted by Anna Ninan from The Upwork Foundation.
Upwork (Nasdaq: UPWK) will announce its Q4 and full year 2020 financial results on February 23, 2021, after market close. The company is the largest work marketplace by gross services volume. A Q&A conference call will follow at 2:00 PM PT (5:00 PM ET) to discuss the results. The call will be available via live webcast on the Upwork Investor Relations website. An audio replay will be accessible for one week post-call and archived for a year. Upwork connects businesses with independent talent across various sectors, showcasing significant earnings potential for freelancers.
Upwork (NASDAQ: UPWK) has officially launched Project Catalog™, a new feature allowing clients to browse and purchase predefined projects in just a few clicks. This initiative aims to enhance the collaboration between businesses and independent talent. Project Catalog offers tens of thousands of projects across 300+ categories, including design and web development, with clearly outlined scope, cost, and deliverables. The launch reflects Upwork’s commitment to innovate its platform, offering businesses flexible and skilled talent solutions that can adapt to changing workforce needs.
Upwork Inc. (Nasdaq: UPWK) announced participation in the 23rd Annual Needham Virtual Growth Conference. CEO Hayden Brown and CFO Jeff McCombs will engage in a fireside chat on January 12, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. PT / 11:30 a.m. ET. An audiocast will be available on Upwork's Investor Relations website, with an archive accessible for 90 days post-event. The conference may feature disclosures regarding Upwork's business and financial performance.
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