Sezzle Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Results

Core Insights - Sezzle Inc. reported transformative growth in 2025, achieving record highs in both revenue and net income while enhancing its shopping ecosystem [2][4]. Financial Performance - In Q4 2025, Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) reached $1.2 billion, a 35.3% year-over-year increase [4][5]. - Total revenue for Q4 2025 was $129.9 million, reflecting a 32.2% year-over-year growth [4][5]. - Net income per diluted share for Q4 2025 was $1.21, marking a 72.9% increase year-over-year [4][5]. - For the full year 2025, total revenue grew 66.1% year-over-year to $450.3 million [4][11]. - Full-year net income increased 69.5% year-over-year to $133.1 million, equating to $3.72 per diluted share [4][11]. Operational Efficiency - Operating income in Q4 2025 climbed 79.0% year-over-year to $55.2 million, with an operating margin of 42.5% [5][18]. - Total operating expenses grew 10.8% year-over-year to $74.6 million, significantly lower than revenue growth [5][18]. - Transaction-related costs as a percentage of GMV improved to 4.0% in Q4 2025, down from 5.1% in the prior year [5][19]. Subscriber Growth and Engagement - Monthly On-Demand and Subscribers (MODS) reached a record 918,000, with 134,000 new additions in Q4 2025 [2][5]. - App sessions surged 51% year-over-year by December 2025, indicating increased consumer engagement [2][15]. Future Guidance - The company increased its FY2026 Adjusted Net Income per Diluted Share guidance to $4.70 from $4.35, with total revenue growth guidance of 25% to 30% [4][9]. Strategic Initiatives - Sezzle expanded its ecosystem with new in-app features aimed at enhancing user engagement and financial empowerment [15]. - Key product launches for FY2026 include an AI-powered shopping assistant and a competitively priced wireless service [15]. Balance Sheet and Liquidity - As of December 31, 2025, Sezzle had $102.6 million in cash and cash equivalents, with an outstanding principal balance of $141.3 million on its credit facility [11][29]. - The company completed a $50 million share repurchase program and authorized a new $100 million program, reflecting management's confidence in its long-term value [11][29]. Management Changes - Effective February 1, 2026, Lee Brading was appointed Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Karen Hartje [13].