Courtside Group Inc (PODC)
NASDAQ:PODC
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 19, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2027 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
>-0.01Last Year’s EPS
-0.04Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 1 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed strong operational momentum: double-digit revenue growth (18% FY), large adjusted EBITDA improvement (from negative to +$6.3M FY), meaningful quarter-over-quarter and year-over-year profitability improvements, and rapid programmatic ad growth (>100% YoY in the Jan–Mar period). The company highlighted strategic wins in talent, content expansion, AI-driven operational improvements, and a top-10 Podtrac ranking. Key risks include remaining GAAP net losses, a relatively small cash balance ($3.5M), dependence on talent/M&A execution, measurement limitations from third-party metrics, and possible dilution from stock-based compensation. On balance, the positive top-line growth, margin improvement and cash/debt position combined with clear strategic levers and parent buyback support outweigh the outstanding risks.Company Guidance
Quarterly Revenue and Profitability Improvement
Q4 revenue of $15.7M with operating loss narrowed to $0.46M from $1.8M a year ago (≈74% reduction in operating loss). Q4 net loss was $0.46M (−$0.02 per share) vs. $1.8M (−$0.09) prior-year quarter.
Adjusted EBITDA Turnaround
Q4 adjusted EBITDA was $1.9M vs. $0.888M in the prior-year quarter (≈114% increase). Full-year adjusted EBITDA was positive $6.3M compared to negative $0.5M prior year — a swing of $6.8M to profitability on an adjusted basis.
Full-Year Revenue Growth
Fiscal 2026 revenue grew 18% to $61.7M from $52.1M in fiscal 2025, driven by advertising growth and operational improvements.
Material Reduction in Annual Losses
Full-year operating loss improved to $2.6M from $6.4M a year earlier (≈59% improvement). Full-year net loss improved to $2.6M (−$0.10 per share) from $6.5M (−$0.26) prior year (≈60% improvement).
Strong Programmatic Advertising Momentum
Programmatic advertising revenue more than doubled year-over-year for the January–March period (>100% YoY growth), reflecting higher advertiser demand and successful tech-enabled ad solutions (dynamic ad insertion, targeting, automated buying).
Audience Scale and Content Expansion
Podtrac ranked PodcastOne the seventh largest podcast publisher in the U.S.; network size ~185–200 shows. Added several established creator-led podcasts and original content (e.g., The Wellness Cafe, No Filter with Zack Peter, The Michelle Collins Show, It's Okay, We're All Gonna Die with Nurse Julie) and high-profile guest placements (Seinfeld, RFK Jr., Mel Robbins).
Balance Sheet and Capital Actions
Ended the quarter with $3.5M cash and no debt. Parent company LiveOne plans to continue substantial buybacks of PodcastOne stock each quarter, signaling ongoing capital support and potential shareholder value focus.
AI and Technology-Enabled Operations
Ongoing deployment of AI toolkit (Flightpath, Boostr, AudEngine, Magellan AI, OpusClip, Adobe Audition) to improve discoverability, ad attribution, audio quality, predictive profitability, ad management and short-form distribution — cited as driving scale and efficiency gains.
PODC Earnings History
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PODC Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Jun 24, 2026 | $4.10 | $4.04 | -1.46% |
Feb 12, 2026 | $3.00 | $2.68 | -10.67% |
Nov 11, 2025 | $2.24 | $2.39 | +6.70% |
Aug 13, 2025 | $1.58 | $1.67 | +5.70% |
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FAQ
When does Courtside Group Inc (PODC) report earnings?
Courtside Group Inc (PODC) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 19, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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What is PODC EPS forecast?
PODC EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2027 (Q1) is >-0.01.