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The Trade Desk Q1 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Executive summary
Q1 2026 revenue grew 12% year-over-year to $689 million, driven by strong client demand, strategic upgrades, and increased utilization of value-added services.
Net income was $40 million, down from $51 million in Q1 2025, primarily due to higher operating expenses and increased tax provision, resulting in a 6% net income margin.
Adjusted EBITDA was $206 million (30% margin), nearly flat year-over-year, as higher costs offset revenue growth.
The company emphasized innovation in AI, retail media, and omnichannel capabilities, with continued investment in technology and international expansion.
Customer retention remained above 95% for the quarter, continuing a decade-long trend.
Financial highlights
Q1 2026 revenue reached $689 million, up $73 million (12%) year-over-year.
Adjusted EBITDA was $206 million (30% margin); net income was $40 million (6% of revenue), or $0.08 per diluted share.
Adjusted net income was $134 million, or $0.28 per diluted share.
Net cash from operating activities was $392 million; free cash flow was $276 million, up 20% year-over-year.
Cash and cash equivalents were $878 million, with $528 million in short-term investments as of March 31, 2026.
$164 million was used for share repurchases in Q1 2026; $327 million remains authorized.
Outlook and guidance
Q2 2026 revenue expected to be at least $750 million; adjusted EBITDA guidance is approximately $260 million.
Full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA margin expected to be at least 40%, in line with 2025.
Continued investment in platform operations, technology, and international expansion may pressure near-term profitability.
Headcount growth to remain below revenue growth, prioritizing productivity and operating leverage.
Management believes existing liquidity and cash flow are sufficient for at least the next 12 months.
- All proposals passed, with director elections and auditor ratification approved by shareholders.TTD
AGM 20266 May 2026 - 2025 revenue rose 18% to $2.9B, with $1.2B Adjusted EBITDA and $1.4B in share repurchases.TTD
Q4 202510 Apr 2026 - Proxy covers director elections, say-on-pay, auditor ratification, and strong governance focus.TTD
Proxy filing9 Apr 2026 - AI-driven transformation and premium positioning fuel growth amid evolving ad market dynamics.TTD
Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference 20265 Mar 2026 - Q2 revenue up 26% to $585M, net income up 158%, with strong CTV and Q3 outlook at $618M+.TTD
Q2 20241 Feb 2026 - Q3 2024 revenue up 27% to $628M, with net income and CTV growth accelerating.TTD
Q3 202415 Jan 2026 - Q1 2025 revenue up 25% to $616M, with strong CTV growth and major share repurchases.TTD
Q1 20258 Jan 2026 - 2024 revenue up 26% to $2.45B, with CTV, AI, and global expansion driving future growth.TTD
Q4 20248 Jan 2026 - Vote sought on moving incorporation to Nevada for legal clarity and long-term flexibility.TTD
Proxy Filing1 Dec 2025
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