Stagwell

Stagwell, Inc. operates as media and public relations agency. It delivers brands that connect culture-moving creativity with technology to harmonize the art and science of marketing. It operates through the following segments: Integrated Agencies Network, Media Network, Communications Network, All Other, and Corporate. The Integrated Agencies Network segment engages in the organization of go-to-market and collaboration incentive purposes to facilitate integrated and flexible offerings for clients. The Media Network segment consists of a specialist network branded as Stagwell Media Network. The Communications Network segment focuses on a specialist network that provides advocacy, strategic corporate communications, investor relations, public relations, online fundraising and other services to both corporations and political and advocacy organizations and consists of Allison & Partners SKDK (including Sloane & Company), and Targeted Victory Agencies. The All Other segment consists of Stagwell Marketing Cloud products such as PRophet. The Corporate segment includes corporate office expenses. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

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Stagwell reports record revenue and strategic investments driving future growth

Stagwell's strong financial performance, strategic investments, and focus on technology underscore its growth trajectory and competitive edge in the marketing sector. With a clear roadmap for future growth, the company aims to exceed long-term growth targets and enhance shareholder value through prudent financial management.

Stagwell meets Q1 expectations, eyes growth amid sector challenges

Stagwell's Q1 performance was solid, meeting revenue expectations and exceeding EBITDA targets through strategic acquisitions and cost-saving measures.
The company's strengths lie in its innovative investments, market recognition, and client wins, positioning it for future growth and competitive advantage.
While facing challenges in sector-specific revenue declines and balancing growth with efficiency, Stagwell has opportunities to leverage client wins, technology investments, and strategic guidance for sustained success.

Stagwell reports resilient Q2 performance, eyes international growth opportunities

Stagwell's Q2 2023 performance showcased resilience and efficiency improvements despite a slight decline in net revenue, with a strong focus on cost optimization and growth strategies.
The company's international and new business segments exhibited promising growth, while cost-saving measures and synergies are enhancing overall financial health.
Challenges persist in revenue growth and market competition, necessitating continued strategic planning and adaptability to seize emerging opportunities.
Stagwell's outlook for the year remains positive, with a clear roadmap to achieve key financial targets and drive sustainable value creation for stakeholders.

Stagwell reports resilient Q3 performance amidst challenges, eyes digital growth

Stagwell's Q3 performance reflects resilience amid industry challenges, with a strong focus on revenue growth and cost efficiencies.
Strategic initiatives, confidence in digital transformation, and proactive portfolio management underscore a forward-looking approach to value creation.
While challenges persist, Stagwell's emphasis on innovation, growth opportunities, and financial discipline sets a positive trajectory for future success.

Stagwell reports robust Q4 earnings, projects growth and cost focus

Stagwell's Q4 2023 earnings call showcased strong financial performance, strategic moves, and cost management efforts. The company's focus on new business wins, partnerships, and technology development contributed to its success. Despite challenges, Stagwell remains optimistic about its growth prospects and outlined key initiatives for 2024.

Stagwell reports robust Q1 growth, eyes international expansion and digital

Stagwell's Q1 performance reflects strong revenue growth, margin improvement, and record net new business figures.
Strategic acquisitions and investments in digital capabilities position the company for international expansion and competitive advantage.
While facing challenges such as market uncertainties and debt reduction goals, Stagwell remains confident in achieving its full-year targets.
Opportunities lie in leveraging digital transformation, expanding international presence, and optimizing operational efficiencies for sustained growth.

Stagwell reports robust Q2 earnings, eyes growth in digital marketing

Stagwell's Q2 2024 earnings call showcased strong financial performance, strategic investments in technology and growth initiatives, and reaffirmed guidance for the full year. The company's emphasis on new business wins, digital transformation, and global expansion positions it for continued success.

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Stagwell, Inc. operates as media and public relations agency. It delivers brands that connect culture-moving creativity with technology to harmonize the art and science of marketing. It operates through the following segments: Integrated Agencies Network, Media Network, Communications Network, All Other, and Corporate. The Integrated Agencies Network segment engages in the organization of go-to-market and collaboration incentive purposes to facilitate integrated and flexible offerings for clients. The Media Network segment consists of a specialist network branded as Stagwell Media Network. The Communications Network segment focuses on a specialist network that provides advocacy, strategic corporate communications, investor relations, public relations, online fundraising and other services to both corporations and political and advocacy organizations and consists of Allison & Partners SKDK (including Sloane & Company), and Targeted Victory Agencies. The All Other segment consists of Stagwell Marketing Cloud products such as PRophet. The Corporate segment includes corporate office expenses. The company was founded on April 29, 2011 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

Stagwell (STGW) releases second installation of News Advertising Study, this time fielded among more than 20,000 British adults 76% of the British population follows the news closely or very closely, including 25% who check the news an average of four times per day, revealing massive opportunity for advertisers LONDON , Sept. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New research from Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) reveals a significant opportunity for brands to reach a valuable yet often overlooked audience: dedicated news followers.

U.S. and U.K. Respondents Agree: Brands Can and Should Safely Advertise Alongside Quality News

As Titanium Sponsor, PRophet to Showcase the Future of AI in PR and Communications with Expert Sessions and In-Depth Demos NEW YORK and ANAHIEM, Calif., Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell Marketing Cloud's (STGW) PRophet, award-winning suite of essential, AI-powered Comms Tech tools purpose-built to empower communicators that span earned media, influencer engagement and brand monitoring offerings, today announced its presence and deep dive sessions on leveraging AI for modern communications and marketing professionals at Public Relations Society of America's (PRSA) ICON 2024 conference on October 15-17 in Anaheim, California.

Predict What's Possible: PRophet, a Stagwell (STGW) Company, Leads Discussions on AI at PRSA ICON 2024

Summit to Convene Prominent U.K. Journalists and Industry Leaders, including Kamal Ahmed, Joanna Gosling, Sam McAlister and more Stagwell to Unveil a New U.K. Version of the News Advertising Study, Highlight the Power of the News Audience and Debunk Common Brand Safety Misconceptions LONDON , Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  Stagwell  (NASDAQ: STGW) today announced the speakers for its London Future of News summit coming up on September 26, 2024, at Stagwell's EMEA headquarters in London's Blue Fin Building.

Stagwell Expands 'Future of News' Initiative to the U.K. with a September 26 Summit at its EMEA Headquarters

NEW YORK , Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAW: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, has appointed Sunil John as Senior Advisor, Stagwell MENA.

Stagwell (STGW) Appoints Sunil John as Senior Advisor, MENA, to Spearhead Regional Growth

NEW YORK , Sept. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A survey of older adults in the United States reveals wide-ranging dissatisfaction with health care and related services that don't reflect and respond to how people want to live as they age.

WARNING FROM OLDER ADULTS: CARE FOR AGING IN AMERICA NEEDS URGENT RETHINKING

ARound's Stadium-Level Technology Transforms the Fan Experience for Sports Teams, Audiences, and Brands MINNEAPOLIS , Aug. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ARound, the leader in large-scale augmented reality (AR) experiences that is part of Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), today launched a groundbreaking in-stadium AR experience for Minnesota United FC in partnership with Target. This marks the first integration of stadium AR technology into an MLS pregame celebration, setting a new standard for fan engagement at Allianz Field.

ARound, Minnesota United FC, and Target Unveil First-Ever In-Stadium AR Experience in Major League Soccer

Management to appear at events hosted by Citi, Benchmark, Goldman Sachs, B. Riley and Deutsche Bank NEW YORK , Aug. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell Inc. (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, today announced its participation in several investor conferences throughout September 2024.

Stagwell (STGW) Announces September Investor Conference Schedule

NEW YORK , Aug. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell Inc. (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, will host a virtual fireside chat at the Rosenblatt Securities 4th Annual Technology Summit on August 20, 2024. The session will feature Mark Penn, Chairman and CEO, discussing the impact of AI on marketing innovation, as well as product development within the company's AI-enabled Stagwell Marketing Cloud.

Stagwell (STGW) to Host Virtual Fireside Chat at Rosenblatt 4th Annual Technology Summit on AI

Organic growth set to accelerate in 2H24 and sustain at a high single-digit level through FY26. Multiple growth drivers in place, including expected improvement in the macro backdrop, net new business wins, and AI-related deals. Expectation for adj. EBITDA margin to expand as organic growth accelerates.

Stagwell Inc: Organic Growth Expected To Accelerate In 2H24

NEW YORK and RIYADH, Saudi Arabia , Aug. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Consulum, a leading pan-MENA government advisory consultancy. The acquisition — Stagwell's second in MENA in 2024 — establishes a robust foothold for Stagwell in the Middle East, enriched by Consulum's tested expertise in strategic communications, public policy, leadership support, and diplomatic outcomes.

Stagwell (STGW) Furthers MENA Expansion with Agreement to Acquire Consulum, a Leading Pan-MENA Government Advisory Consultancy

Stagwell Inc. (NASDAQ:STGW ) Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call August 1, 2024 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Ben Allanson - Investor Relations Mark Penn - Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Frank Lanuto - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Jason Kreyer - Craig-Hallum Mike Ng - Goldman Cameron McVeigh - Morgan Stanley Mark Zgutowicz - Benchmark Jeff Van Sinderen - B. Riley Ben Allanson Good morning from Stagwell's global headquarters in One World Trade Center, New York, and welcome to Stagwell Inc.'s earnings webcast for the Second Quarter of 2024.

Stagwell Inc. (STGW) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Stagwell (STGW) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.14 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.17 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.16 per share a year ago.

Stagwell (STGW) Q2 Earnings Miss Estimates

Revenue Growth of 6%, Led by 42% Growth in Advocacy Net Loss Attributable to Stagwell Inc. Common Shareholders of $3 million Adjusted EBITDA of $86 million; Adjusted EBITDA Margin of 16% EPS of $(0.03); Adjusted EPS of $0.14 Announces Record Net New Business Led by Largest New Business Win Net New Business of $113 million in Q2; LTM Net New Business of $324 million Reaffirm Guidance for 2024 of Organic Net Revenue Growth of 5% to 7%; Adjusted EBITDA of $400 million to $450 million; Free Cash Flow Conversion of ~50% NEW YORK , Aug. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- (NASDAQ: STGW) – Stagwell Inc. ("Stagwell") today announced financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024. SECOND QUARTER RESULTS: Q2 Revenue of $671 million, an increase of 6% versus the prior year period; H1 Revenue of $1.3 billion, an increase of 7% versus the prior year period Q2 Net Loss attributable to Stagwell Inc. Common Shareholders of $3 million versus $3 million in the prior year period; H1 Net Loss attributable to Stagwell Inc. Common Shareholders of $4 million versus Income of $2 million in the prior year period Q2 Adjusted EBITDA of $86 million, a decrease of 6% versus the prior year period; H1 Adjusted EBITDA of $176 million, an increase of 8% versus the prior year period Q2 Adjusted EBITDA Margin of 16% on net revenue; H1 Adjusted EBITDA Margin of 16% on net revenue.

STAGWELL INC. (NASDAQ: STGW) REPORTS RESULTS FOR THE THREE AND SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2024

79% OF VOTERS APPROVE OF BIDEN'S DECISION TO STEP DOWN KAMALA HARRIS ENJOYS A 9 POINT JUMP IN FAVORABILITY FOLLOWING HER ANOINTMENT AS THE FRONTRUNNER DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE TRUMP LEADS HARRIS BY 3 POINTS, DOWN FROM HIS JUNE 7 POINT LEAD ON BIDEN NEW YORK and CAMBRIDGE, Mass. , July 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) today released the results of the July Harvard CAPS / Harris poll, a monthly collaboration between the Center for American Political Studies at Harvard (CAPS) and the Harris Poll and HarrisX.

JULY HARVARD CAPS / HARRIS POLL: HARRIS RESETS RACE TO PRE-DEBATE LEVELS FOLLOWING HER ENTRANCE; TRUMP HOLDS LEAD

Stagwell (STGW) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

Stagwell (STGW) Earnings Expected to Grow: Should You Buy?

A Stagwell (STGW) Company MINNEAPOLIS , July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, award-winning creative agency Yamamoto celebrates 45 years of moving mountains for their clients. Founded in 1979 by the late Peter Seitz, Hideki Yamamoto, and the late Miranda Moss, what was then called Seitz Yamamoto Moss pioneered the emerging field of brand design and identity.

Yamamoto Celebrates 45 Years of Moving Mountains for Clients

Tel Aviv-based digital agency and its SaaS platform InfluencerMarketing.AI joins Stagwell Marketing Cloud's PRophet Comms Tech Suite NEW YORK and TEL AVIV, Israel , July 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, has acquired Tel Aviv-based LEADERS, a world-class digital agency specializing in influencer marketing and social commerce and the development of InfluencerMarketing.AI (IMAI), a global influencer marketing SaaS platform. The company joins Stagwell Marketing Cloud's PRophet Comms Tech Suite of AI-powered offerings purpose-built for modern PR and marketing professionals.

Stagwell (STGW) Acquires LEADERS, Bolstering Global Influencer Marketing Capabilities with AI

NEW YORK , July 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Harris Poll, a global public opinion and advisory firm, and part of Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) has acquired BERA, a leading predictive brand technology platform. The acquisition will integrate BERA's cutting-edge AI-powered brand insights and analytics platform into its Harris Quest suite, part of the Stagwell Marketing Cloud, further advancing the predictive capabilities of real-time market research and brand tracking.

Stagwell's (STGW) The Harris Poll Acquires BERA to Further Strengthen Harris Quest AI Capabilities with Predictive Brand Technology

NEW YORK , July 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, will report financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2024, on Thursday, August 1, 2024, before market open. Stagwell will host a video webcast to review those results the same day at 8:30 AM (ET).

Stagwell (STGW) Schedules Webcast to Discuss Financial Results for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2024

Series to explore the passion, process, and challenges fueling creator creativity and innovation NEW YORK and LOS ANGELES , June 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell Marketing Cloud's (NASDAQ: STGW) PRophet, the first integrated suite of AI-driven tools built for communicators that span earned media, influencer engagement and brand monitoring offerings, has forged a partnership with What's Trending, the Emmy-nominated digital media brand, to produce creator-focused content including a 'Creator Spotlight' series. The new partnership begins with content coming out of VidCon 2024 which will facilitate one-on-one conversations with top creators and equip brands with innovative influencer marketing strategies.

PRophet, a Stagwell (STGW) Company, Launches a Creator Content Series in Partnership with Shira Lazar's What's Trending at VidCon 2024

"Room for Everyone" from Mastercard with Assembly as technology partner wins the Grand Prix for Creative Data NEW YORK , June 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, celebrates its agencies 72andSunny, Assembly, and Forsman & Bodenfors, which took home top honors at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, the largest gathering in the creative marketing community. Collectively, Stagwell's agencies and its global affiliate partner Buentipo Anchor captured 1 Grand Prix, 2 Gold, 2 Silver, and 10 Bronze Lions along with over 40 shortlists for other agencies including Activista, Anomaly, Colle McVoy, Doner, GALE, HUNTER, KWT Global, and Unreasonable Studios.

Stagwell (STGW) Celebrates Lions from 72andSunny, Assembly, Forsman & Bodenfors, and Buentipo Anchor at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity

Leaders from Ad Fontes Media, Bloomberg, Business Insider, CNN, The New York Times, Stagwell, The Trade Desk, The Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal NEW YORK and CANNES, France , June 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stagwell's (NASDAQ: STGW) Future of News series will continue with its next chapter at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, the world's largest advertising, marketing, and creativity event. Stagwell will convene two panels at Cannes Lions as it continues to encourage advertisers to reinvest in the news industry.

Stagwell's (STGW) 'Future of News' Initiative Heads to Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity with Panels Highlighting the Power of News to Drive Business Results for Marketers

With Google Cloud and Gemini models, Stagwell to bring new AI capabilities to four of its most popular digital marketing apps CANNES, France and NEW YORK , June 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  Google Cloud  and Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) announced today a set of new AI-powered features across Stagwell's portfolio of digital marketing applications, built using Google Cloud infrastructure and AI services, including its Gemini models. "This partnership puts Stagwell's applications and Google Cloud AI in the hands of marketing professionals worldwide.

Stagwell (STGW) Launches New AI-Powered Capabilities for Marketers, Built with Google Cloud

NEW YORK and CANNES, France , June 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW), the challenger network built to transform marketing, and Anzu, the world's most advanced intrinsic in-game advertising platform, today announced a strategic partnership designed to help brands capitalize on the fast-growing gaming market. Stagwell and Anzu will collaborate to innovate new formats for bespoke in-game experiences for brands and bring Anzu's cutting-edge in-game advertising solution to more companies worldwide.

Stagwell and Anzu Announce Strategic Partnership to Transform the In-Game Advertising Experience

Technology-first creative agency delivers historic results for Amazon Ads, Volvo Trucks and other top B2B clients. NEW YORK , June 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Code and Theory was named B2B Agency of the Year in the ANA B2 Awards.

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