Comscore Q1 Net Loss Widens to $6.2M Despite 30% Cross-Platform Growth
SCOR•Comscore reported Q1 revenue of $85.3 million, down 0.5%, with net loss widening to $6.2 million and adjusted EBITDA dropping to $5.0 million. Cross-platform solutions revenue grew 30% while the company prepaid $5.0 million on its term loan, leaving $39.0 million outstanding and $25.1 million in liquidity.
1. Financial Results
Comscore posted first-quarter revenue of $85.3 million, down 0.5% from Q1 2025, with net loss of $6.2 million versus $4.0 million a year earlier. Adjusted EBITDA declined to $5.0 million (5.9% margin) from $7.4 million (8.6% margin).
2. Business Mix and Growth
Cross-platform solutions revenue increased 30% year-over-year, driven by Proximic and CCR, while content & ad measurement and research & insight revenues saw minimal declines. The company also reported momentum in Local TV with several new client wins.
3. Balance Sheet and Liquidity
As of March 31, Comscore held $25.1 million in cash and equivalents (including $3.0 million restricted) and prepaid $5.0 million on its senior secured term loan, reducing outstanding debt to $39.0 million. No borrowings remain on the revolving credit facility, which has $15.0 million capacity.
4. Outlook and Strategic Actions
Management plans an investor call by May 29 to discuss business updates and the 2026 outlook, alongside evaluation of strategic alternatives aimed at streamlining capital structure and unlocking growth. The CEO expressed optimism about continued cross-platform expansion and establishing Comscore as the modern measurement standard.
