Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2025, net revenue increased by 4% year-over-year to $1.46 billion, while net income grew by 10% year-over-year to $146 million, resulting in a net income margin of 10% [5][14] - Adjusted EBITDA rose by 3% year-over-year to $369 million, representing a 25% adjusted EBITDA margin [5][14] - For Q4 2025, net revenue decreased by 1% year-over-year to $360 million, and net income fell by 10% year-over-year to $38 million, maintaining a 10% margin [14][15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from RR&O categories declined by 6% year-over-year to $444 million, while advertising revenue from services increased by 8% year-over-year to a record $948 million [6] - Total ad clicks decreased by 7% year-over-year, with average cost per click increasing by 10% year-over-year [7] - Other revenue accelerated significantly, up 17% year-over-year, driven by growth in transaction, subscription, and data licensing revenue [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total paying advertising locations decreased by 3% year-over-year, with a decline in RR&O offsetting growth in services [7][15] - App unique devices were down 2% year-over-year as consumers visited restaurants with reduced frequency [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to invest in three strategic initiatives in 2026, focusing on transforming the Yelp experience with AI, delivering AI tools for local businesses, and extending reach in the AI ecosystem [8][10] - The acquisition of Hatch, an AI lead management platform, is expected to enhance Yelp's capabilities in lead management and support growth [10][11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the operating environment for RR&O categories remains challenging, but they are optimistic about the potential of AI to transform consumer experiences and drive engagement [24][25] - For Q1 2026, the company expects net revenue to be in the range of $350 million to $355 million, with full-year revenue guidance of $1.455 billion to $1.475 billion [19] Other Important Information - The company repurchased $292 million worth of shares in 2025, with an additional $500 million authorized for share repurchases in February 2026 [18] - Management aims to reduce stock-based compensation as a percentage of revenue to less than 6% by the end of 2027 [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Environment for services and revenue outlook for 2026 - Management acknowledged a softening in services demand, particularly in RR&O, but emphasized the importance of Yelp Assistant in driving engagement and monetization [24][25] Question: Details on OpenAI agreement and its impact - Management highlighted the significance of high-quality content for local search and the potential for increased traffic and monetization through the OpenAI partnership [28][29] Question: AI transition and consumer interaction - Management discussed leveraging AI to enhance consumer experiences, including natural language search and the rollout of Yelp Assistant [33][36] Question: Margin trajectory goals for Hatch - Management indicated that the immediate focus for Hatch is on top-line growth rather than margin, with expectations for margins to converge with typical SaaS profiles over time [56] Question: Stabilization of restaurant and retail advertiser base - Management noted the challenges faced by restaurants and retailers but expressed confidence in the potential for recovery and the role of Yelp Assistant in improving consumer interactions [52][53]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2025, net revenue increased by 4% year-over-year to $1.46 billion, while net income grew by 10% year-over-year to $146 million, resulting in a net income margin of 10% [5][14] - Adjusted EBITDA rose by 3% year-over-year to $369 million, representing a 25% adjusted EBITDA margin [5][14] - For Q4 2025, net revenue decreased by 1% year-over-year to $360 million, and net income fell by 10% year-over-year to $38 million, maintaining a 10% margin [14][15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from RR&O categories declined by 6% year-over-year to $444 million, while advertising revenue from services increased by 8% year-over-year to a record $948 million [6] - Total ad clicks decreased by 7% year-over-year, with average cost per click increasing by 10% year-over-year [7] - Other revenue accelerated significantly, up 17% year-over-year, driven by growth in transaction, subscription, and data licensing revenue [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total paying advertising locations decreased by 3% year-over-year, with a decline in RR&O offsetting growth in services [7] - App unique devices were down 2% year-over-year as consumers visited restaurants with reduced frequency [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to invest in three strategic initiatives in 2026, focusing on transforming the Yelp experience with AI, delivering AI tools for local businesses, and extending reach in the AI ecosystem [8][10] - The acquisition of Hatch, an AI lead management platform, is expected to enhance Yelp's capabilities in lead management and support growth [10][11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the operating environment for RR&O categories remains challenging, but they are optimistic about the potential of AI to transform consumer experiences and drive engagement [23][24] - For 2026, the company expects net revenue to be in the range of $1.455 billion to $1.475 billion, with continued pressure on advertising revenue but growth in other revenue and services [19][20] Other Important Information - The company repurchased $292 million worth of shares in 2025 and authorized an additional $500 million for share repurchases in February 2026 [18] - Management aims to reduce stock-based compensation as a percentage of revenue to less than 6% by the end of 2027 [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Environment for services and revenue outlook - Management acknowledged a softening in services demand, particularly in RR&O, but emphasized the importance of Yelp Assistant in driving engagement and monetization [23][24] Question: OpenAI agreement and its impact - Management highlighted the significance of the OpenAI agreement, noting that Yelp's high-quality content is essential for competing in local search [27][28] Question: AI transition and consumer interaction - Management discussed leveraging AI to enhance consumer experiences, including natural language search and the rollout of Yelp Assistant [33][36] Question: Hatch acquisition and growth strategy - Management expressed confidence in Hatch's growth potential and the opportunity to leverage Yelp's resources for further expansion [45][46] Question: Revenue mix evolution over five years - Management indicated a focus on diversifying revenue through SaaS offerings, with expectations for SaaS margins to converge with or exceed current ad revenue margins [48][49] Question: Stabilizing restaurant and retail advertising - Management noted the challenges faced by restaurants and retailers but expressed optimism about the potential for recovery and the role of Yelp Assistant in enhancing consumer interactions [52][53]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2025, net revenue increased by 4% year-over-year to $1.46 billion, while net income grew by 10% year-over-year to $146 million, resulting in a net income margin of 10% [5][14] - Adjusted EBITDA rose by 3% year-over-year to $369 million, representing a 25% adjusted EBITDA margin [5][14] - For Q4 2025, net revenue decreased by 1% year-over-year to $360 million, and net income decreased by 10% year-over-year to $38 million, maintaining a 10% margin [14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from RR&O categories declined by 6% year-over-year to $444 million, while advertising revenue from services increased by 8% year-over-year to a record $948 million [6] - Total ad clicks decreased by 7% year-over-year, but average cost per click increased by 10% year-over-year [7] - Other revenue accelerated significantly, up 17% year-over-year, driven by growth in transaction, subscription, and data licensing revenue [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total paying advertising locations decreased by 3% year-over-year, with a decline in RR&O offsetting growth in services [8] - App unique devices were down 2% year-over-year as consumers visited restaurants with reduced frequency [8] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to invest in three strategic initiatives in 2026, focusing on transforming the Yelp experience with AI, delivering AI tools for local businesses, and extending reach in the AI ecosystem [9][10][11] - The acquisition of Hatch, an AI lead management platform, is expected to enhance Yelp's capabilities in lead management and support growth [11][12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that the operating environment for RR&O categories remains challenging, but they are optimistic about the potential for growth in services and other revenue streams [19] - For Q1 2026, the company expects net revenue to be in the range of $350 million to $355 million, with full-year expectations of $1.455 billion to $1.475 billion [20] Other Important Information - The company repurchased $292 million worth of shares in 2025, with an additional $500 million authorized for share repurchases in February 2026 [19] - Management aims to reduce stock-based compensation as a percentage of revenue to less than 6% by the end of 2027 [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Environment for services and revenue expectations for 2026 - Management acknowledged a softening in services demand but emphasized the importance of Yelp Assistant in driving engagement and monetization [25][26] Question: OpenAI agreement and its impact - Management highlighted the significance of the OpenAI agreement for enhancing local search experiences and driving traffic [29] Question: AI transition and consumer interaction - Management discussed leveraging AI to enhance consumer experiences, including natural language search and Yelp Assistant [34][36] Question: Stabilization of restaurant and retail advertiser base - Management noted the challenges faced by restaurants and retailers but expressed confidence in the potential for recovery and the role of Yelp Assistant in improving interactions [52]

February 2026 Investor Presentation Introduction Safe Harbor: Forward-Looking Statements These slides and the accompanying oral presentation contain forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in these slides and the accompanying oral presentation, including statements regarding Yelp Inc.'s ("Yelp" or the "Company") future operations, future performance, expected financial results and future financial position, future revenue and revenue growth rates, futur ...

Financial Performance - 2025 net revenue reached a record of $1.46 billion, representing a 4% year-over-year increase[8] - Net income increased by 10% year over year to $146 million, achieving a net income margin of 10%[8] - Adjusted EBITDA grew by 3% year over year to $369 million, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 25%[8] - Services advertising revenue increased by 8% year over year to a record $948 million[8] - Other revenue accelerated significantly, up 17% year over year, driven by growth in transactions, SaaS subscriptions, and data licensing[2] - Net income for the year ended December 31, 2025, increased to $145.6 million from $132.85 million in 2024, representing a growth of approximately 9.5%[16] - Adjusted EBITDA for the year ended December 31, 2025, was $357.99 million, slightly down from $369.18 million in 2024, indicating a decrease of about 3%[21] - The company reported a net revenue of $1.41 billion for the year ended December 31, 2025, down from $1.46 billion in 2024, a decrease of approximately 3.6%[21] - The net income margin for the year ended December 31, 2025, was 9%, compared to 10% in 2024, indicating a slight decline in profitability[21] - The Adjusted EBITDA margin for the year ended December 31, 2025, was 25%, consistent with the margin reported in 2024[21] Cash Flow and Financing - Free cash flow for the year ended December 31, 2025, reached $323.68 million, up from $248.47 million in 2024, reflecting an increase of approximately 30.2%[21] - Net cash provided by operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2025, was $372.03 million, compared to $285.82 million in 2024, marking a significant increase of about 30.2%[16] - Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at the end of the period were $216.29 million, a slight decrease from $217.68 million at the beginning of the period[16] - The company utilized $330.05 million in financing activities during the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to $303.80 million in 2024, reflecting an increase of about 8.6%[16] - The company experienced a net cash used in investing activities of $45.65 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, an improvement from $77.27 million in 2024[16] Future Projections - The company expects 2026 net revenue to be in the range of $1.455 billion to $1.475 billion[4] - 2026 adjusted EBITDA is expected to be in the range of $310 million to $330 million[4] User Engagement - Yelp users contributed 22 million new reviews in 2025, resulting in a total of 330 million cumulative reviews, up 7% from the prior year[8] - Average revenue per location reached an annual record despite a 3% decrease in total paying advertising locations[8] Strategic Initiatives - The company is focused on AI transformation and has signed an agreement with OpenAI to enhance its services[2]

Core Viewpoint - The communication services sector has identified oversold stocks, presenting a potential buying opportunity for undervalued companies [1]. Group 1: Oversold Stocks - The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is a momentum indicator that helps assess a stock's performance by comparing its strength on up days versus down days [1]. - A stock is generally considered oversold when its RSI is below 30, indicating potential for price recovery [1]. Group 2: List of Oversold Companies - Major oversold companies in the communication services sector include Douyu International Holdings Ltd (NASDAQ:DOYU), Angi Inc (NASDAQ:ANGI), and Yelp Inc (NYSE:YELP) [2][3].

Core Viewpoint - The communication services sector has several oversold stocks that present potential buying opportunities for undervalued companies [1]. Group 1: Oversold Stocks - The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is a momentum indicator that helps assess a stock's performance by comparing its strength on up days versus down days [1]. - A stock is typically considered oversold when its RSI is below 30, indicating potential for price recovery [1]. - The latest list of major oversold stocks in the communication services sector includes Douyu International Holdings Ltd, Angi Inc, and Yelp Inc, all having an RSI near or below 30 [2][3].

Core Insights - Yelp (YELP) is expected to report quarterly earnings of $0.47 per share, a decline of 24.2% year-over-year, with revenues forecasted at $358.21 million, reflecting a 1% decrease compared to the previous year [1] - The consensus EPS estimate has remained unchanged over the last 30 days, indicating a reevaluation of initial estimates by analysts [1] Revenue Estimates - Analysts project 'Net revenue- Advertising' to reach $339.01 million, indicating a year-over-year change of -1.9% [3] - 'Net revenue- Other services' is expected to be $19.20 million, showing a significant increase of 17.7% from the prior-year quarter [4] - 'Net revenue- Advertising revenue- Services' is estimated at $231.01 million, reflecting a year-over-year change of +2.8% [4] - The consensus for 'Net revenue- Advertising revenue- Restaurants, Retail & Other' stands at $108.00 million, indicating a decline of 10.6% from the previous year [5] Advertising Metrics - 'Paying Advertising Locations' is expected to be 502.67 thousand, down from 521.00 thousand in the same quarter last year [5] - 'Paying Advertising Locations - Restaurants, Retail & Other' is projected to reach 246.00 thousand, compared to 271.00 thousand reported in the same quarter of the previous year [6] - 'Paying Advertising Locations - Services' is estimated at 256.67 thousand, slightly up from 250.00 thousand reported in the same quarter last year [6] Stock Performance - Over the past month, Yelp shares have returned -21.1%, contrasting with the Zacks S&P 500 composite's unchanged performance [6] - Yelp currently holds a Zacks Rank 2 (Buy), suggesting potential outperformance in the near future [6]

Core Insights - The Zacks Internet - Content industry is experiencing growth due to strong demand for digital offerings, video content, and cloud-based applications, aided by advancements in AI and Generative AI [1][3] - Despite growth opportunities, the industry faces challenges from macroeconomic conditions affecting advertising spending, which is a primary revenue source [1][4] Industry Description - The industry includes providers of video encoding platforms, Internet content, staffing services, and online travel companies, among others, and is undergoing rapid digitalization [2] - Advertising remains a major revenue source, prompting companies to enhance their digital presence across various platforms [2] Trends - There is a growing demand for digital offerings driven by technological advancements and the proliferation of smart devices [3] - The industry is characterized by frequent product introductions and evolving consumer behavior [3] Advertising and Revenue - Marketing efforts are focused on increasing website traffic, with advertising and subscriptions being key revenue sources [4] - Consumer spending trends, particularly during holidays, significantly influence revenue, although macroeconomic challenges are expected to impact ad spending in the near term [4] Regulatory Environment - Increased regulatory pressures, especially in China and the EU, are affecting industry participants, particularly regarding advertising practices [5] - The implementation of the General Data Protection Regulation and the Digital Markets Act in the EU adds to the challenges faced by online content providers [5] Industry Ranking - The Zacks Internet - Content industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 55, placing it in the top 23% of over 250 Zacks industries, indicating a generally positive outlook [6] - However, the near-term prospects are considered dim, with the industry underperforming compared to the broader market [7][10] Earnings Outlook - Analysts show optimism regarding the industry's earnings growth potential, with a 4.1% increase in the Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 earnings since November 30, 2025 [8] Stock Performance - The industry has underperformed the S&P 500 and the broader Zacks Computer and Technology sector over the past year, with a decline of 40.3% compared to the S&P 500's increase of 16.8% [10] Valuation - The industry is currently trading at a trailing 12-month price-to-sales ratio of 3.66X, lower than the S&P 500's 6.61X and the sector's 8.32X [13] Company Highlights - **RELX**: A Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy) company benefiting from a shift towards higher growth analytics and decision tools, with a steady earnings estimate of $1.95 per share for 2026 [16][17] - **Yelp**: A Zacks Rank 2 (Buy) stock experiencing growth from increased ad spending and consumer traffic, with a steady earnings estimate of $2.39 per share for 2026 [20][21]

Core Insights - Zacks Premium offers various tools for investors to enhance their stock market strategies, including daily updates, research reports, and stock screens [1] - The Zacks Style Scores provide a unique rating system for stocks based on value, growth, and momentum, helping investors identify securities with high potential for market outperformance [2] Zacks Style Scores Overview - Stocks are rated from A to F based on their value, growth, and momentum characteristics, with A being the highest score indicating a better chance of outperforming the market [3] - The Style Scores are categorized into four types: Value Score, Growth Score, Momentum Score, and VGM Score, each focusing on different investment strategies [3][4][5][6] Value Score - The Value Score targets investors looking for undervalued stocks, utilizing financial ratios like P/E, PEG, and Price/Sales to identify attractive investment opportunities [3] Growth Score - The Growth Score emphasizes a company's future earnings potential and financial health, analyzing historical and projected earnings, sales, and cash flow [4] Momentum Score - The Momentum Score is designed for traders who capitalize on price trends, using metrics like short-term price changes and earnings estimate revisions to identify high-momentum stocks [5] VGM Score - The VGM Score combines all three Style Scores, providing a comprehensive rating that helps investors find stocks with the best value, growth prospects, and momentum [6] Zacks Rank Integration - The Zacks Rank is a proprietary model that uses earnings estimate revisions to identify stocks, with 1 (Strong Buy) stocks historically yielding an average annual return of +23.9% since 1988, significantly outperforming the S&P 500 [7] - Investors are encouraged to focus on stocks with a Zacks Rank of 1 or 2 and Style Scores of A or B for optimal investment success [9] Stock Highlight: Yelp (YELP) - Yelp, based in San Francisco, is rated 3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank and has a VGM Score of A, indicating potential for growth [11] - The company is projected to achieve year-over-year earnings growth of 13.3% for the current fiscal year, with a recent upward revision in earnings estimates [12] - Yelp's average earnings surprise stands at +26.8%, making it a noteworthy option for growth investors [12]