Bumble's Q2 revenue falls as paying users decrease
BMBL•Outlook for Q3 2026
Bumble expects Q3 2026 revenue of $205 million to $213 million.
The company sees Q3 2026 Bumble App revenue of $167 million to $173 million.
Bumble forecasts Q3 2026 adjusted EBITDA of $56 million to $60 million.
What drove the results
- Fewer paying users — The company said total paying users fell 16% year over year, driving lower revenue.
- App revenue decline — Revenue from both Bumble and Badoo apps fell year over year.
- Innovation investment — The company said it is investing in product, technology, and brand as part of its innovation roadmap, according to CFO Kevin Cook.
Key reported metrics and analyst view
| Metric | Beat/Miss | Actual | Consensus Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 Revenue | Slight Beat* | $211 million | $210.42 million (13 analysts) |
| Q2 Net Loss | $128 million | ||
| Q2 Adjusted EBITDA | $73 million |
*Applies to a deviation of less than 1%; not applicable for per-share numbers.
