NEW YORK, Oct. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that it is investigating the merger between Ithaca Holdings (Ithaca Holdco, Inc.) and Bumble Inc. (NASDAQ:BMBL). Bumble is incorporated in Delaware.
If you are a current shareholder of Bumble, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/bumble-investigation.
Key Details of the Bumble ($BMBL) Investigation:
Investigation Overview: Breaches of Fiduciary Duty in connection with the merger under which Ithaca Holdco, Inc. will acquire the public stock of Bumble for $6.05 per shareAction: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights Why is the Bumble Transaction being Investigated?
Bumble, Inc. is a company that is controlled by two majority stockholders—Blackstone Inc. and Bumble’s founder, Whitney Wolfe Herd. Those two stockholders alone control 83.7% of the company’s voting power. Bumble secured stockholder approval for the merger with Ithaca with the written consent of Blackstone and Whitney Wolfe Herd, with no further stockholder vote planned. Bumble’s board of directors reportedly approved the merger on the recommendation of the special committee it formed to evaluate the merger.
As a part of the merger agreement with Ithaca Holdco, Inc., Whitney Wolfe Herd’s stock in Bumble is being allowed to rollover into the post-merger company—meaning she will continue to own stock in the company after the merger closes. The opportunity to rollover shares is not being extended to any other stockholders.
BFA is investigating whether the terms of the merger, including the rollover, comply with Delaware law, including whether the $6.05 per share price is a fair price for the public stockholders’ shares of Bumble stock.
Click here for more information:
https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/bumble-investigation
What Can You Do?
If you are a current holder of Bumble stock, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.
All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.
BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named “Elite Trial Lawyers” by the National Law Journal, “Litigation Stars” by Benchmark Litigation, among the top “500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers” by Lawdragon, “Titans of the Plaintiffs’ Bar” by Law360 and “SuperLawyers” by Thomson Reuters.
Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff’s securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: “[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area,” “[t]he interest of the client is always front and center,” and “[t]here isn’t a better firm in this space.” One testimonial described the firm as “nimble and entrepreneurial,” with a “relentless focus on adding value for clients.”
Among its recent notable successes, BFA recovered over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.’s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
For more information about BFA and its attorneys, please visit https://www.bfalaw.com.
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BALA CYNWYD, Pa., Oct. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brodsky & Smith reminds investors of the following investigations. If you own shares and wish to discuss the investigation, contact Jason Brodsky ([email protected]) or Marc Ackerman ([email protected]) at 855-576-4847. There is no cost or financial obligation to you.
BFA Law is investigating the announced $6.05 per share merger in which Ithaca Holdco, Inc. is set to acquire Bumble Inc.; current shareholders are notified to contact the firm.
, /PRNewswire/ -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that it is investigating the merger between Ithaca Holdings (Ithaca Holdco, Inc.) and Bumble Inc. (NASDAQ:BMBL). Bumble is incorporated in Delaware.
If you are a current shareholder of Bumble, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/bumble-investigation.
Key Details of the Bumble ($BMBL) Investigation:
Investigation Overview: Breaches of Fiduciary Duty in connection with the merger under which Ithaca Holdco, Inc. will acquire the public stock of Bumble for $6.05 per share Action: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights Why is the Bumble Transaction being Investigated?
Bumble, Inc. is a company that is controlled by two majority stockholders—Blackstone Inc. and Bumble's founder, Whitney Wolfe Herd. Those two stockholders alone control 83.7% of the company's voting power. Bumble secured stockholder approval for the merger with Ithaca with the written consent of Blackstone and Whitney Wolfe Herd, with no further stockholder vote planned. Bumble's board of directors reportedly approved the merger on the recommendation of the special committee it formed to evaluate the merger.
As a part of the merger agreement with Ithaca Holdco, Inc., Whitney Wolfe Herd's stock in Bumble is being allowed to rollover into the post-merger company—meaning she will continue to own stock in the company after the merger closes. The opportunity to rollover shares is not being extended to any other stockholders.
BFA is investigating whether the terms of the merger, including the rollover, comply with Delaware law, including whether the $6.05 per share price is a fair price for the public stockholders' shares of Bumble stock.
Click here for more information:
https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/bumble-investigation
What Can You Do?
If you are a current holder of Bumble stock, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.
All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.
Submit your information by visiting:
https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/bumble-investigation
Why Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP?
BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named "Elite Trial Lawyers" by the National Law Journal, "Litigation Stars" by Benchmark Litigation, among the top "500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers" by Lawdragon, "Titans of the Plaintiffs' Bar" by Law360 and "SuperLawyers" by Thomson Reuters.
Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff's securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: "[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area," "[t]he interest of the client is always front and center," and "[t]here isn't a better firm in this space." One testimonial described the firm as "nimble and entrepreneurial," with a "relentless focus on adding value for clients."
Among its recent notable successes, BFA recovered over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.'s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
For more information about BFA and its attorneys, please visit https://www.bfalaw.com.
https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/bumble-investigation
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NEW YORK, Oct. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that it is investigating the merger between Ithaca Holdings (Ithaca Holdco, Inc.) and Bumble Inc. (NASDAQ:BMBL). Bumble is incorporated in Delaware.
If you are a current shareholder of Bumble, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/bumble-investigation.
Key Details of the Bumble ($BMBL) Investigation:
Investigation Overview: Breaches of Fiduciary Duty in connection with the merger under which Ithaca Holdco, Inc. will acquire the public stock of Bumble for $6.05 per shareAction: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights Why is the Bumble Transaction being Investigated?
Bumble, Inc. is a company that is controlled by two majority stockholders—Blackstone Inc. and Bumble’s founder, Whitney Wolfe Herd. Those two stockholders alone control 83.7% of the company’s voting power. Bumble secured stockholder approval for the merger with Ithaca with the written consent of Blackstone and Whitney Wolfe Herd, with no further stockholder vote planned. Bumble’s board of directors reportedly approved the merger on the recommendation of the special committee it formed to evaluate the merger.
As a part of the merger agreement with Ithaca Holdco, Inc., Whitney Wolfe Herd’s stock in Bumble is being allowed to rollover into the post-merger company—meaning she will continue to own stock in the company after the merger closes. The opportunity to rollover shares is not being extended to any other stockholders.
BFA is investigating whether the terms of the merger, including the rollover, comply with Delaware law, including whether the $6.05 per share price is a fair price for the public stockholders’ shares of Bumble stock.
Click here for more information:
https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/bumble-investigation
What Can You Do?
If you are a current holder of Bumble stock, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.
All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.
BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named “Elite Trial Lawyers” by the National Law Journal, “Litigation Stars” by Benchmark Litigation, among the top “500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers” by Lawdragon, “Titans of the Plaintiffs’ Bar” by Law360 and “SuperLawyers” by Thomson Reuters.
Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff’s securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: “[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area,” “[t]he interest of the client is always front and center,” and “[t]here isn’t a better firm in this space.” One testimonial described the firm as “nimble and entrepreneurial,” with a “relentless focus on adding value for clients.”
Among its recent notable successes, BFA recovered over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.’s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
For more information about BFA and its attorneys, please visit https://www.bfalaw.com.
https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/bumble-investigation
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Bumble (NASDAQ:BMBL – Get Free Report) and Ziff Davis (NASDAQ:ZD – Get Free Report) are both small-cap communication services companies, but which is the better investment? We will compare the two companies based on the strength of their risk, institutional ownership, profitability, earnings, valuation, analyst recommendations and dividends.
Profitability
This table compares Bumble and Ziff Davis’ net margins, return on equity and return on assets.
Net Margins
Return on Equity
Return on Assets
Bumble
-58.99%
35.88%
17.46%
Ziff Davis
48.57%
10.73%
5.54%
Analyst Recommendations
This is a summary of current recommendations and price targets for Bumble and Ziff Davis, as reported by MarketBeat.com.
Bumble currently has a consensus price target of $4.12, suggesting a potential downside of 30.63%. Ziff Davis has a consensus price target of $59.75, suggesting a potential upside of 4.55%. Given Ziff Davis’ stronger consensus rating and higher possible upside, analysts clearly believe Ziff Davis is more favorable than Bumble.
Institutional and Insider Ownership
94.8% of Bumble shares are owned by institutional investors. Comparatively, 99.8% of Ziff Davis shares are owned by institutional investors. 15.3% of Bumble shares are owned by insiders. Comparatively, 3.4% of Ziff Davis shares are owned by insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that endowments, hedge funds and large money managers believe a company is poised for long-term growth.
Volatility and Risk
Bumble has a beta of 1.88, suggesting that its stock price is 88% more volatile than the S&P 500. Comparatively, Ziff Davis has a beta of 1.11, suggesting that its stock price is 11% more volatile than the S&P 500.
Valuation and Earnings
This table compares Bumble and Ziff Davis”s top-line revenue, earnings per share and valuation.
Gross Revenue
Price/Sales Ratio
Net Income
Earnings Per Share
Price/Earnings Ratio
Bumble
$965.66 million
0.81
-$693.14 million
($4.23)
-1.40
Ziff Davis
$1.45 billion
1.35
$47.35 million
$17.67
3.23
Ziff Davis has higher revenue and earnings than Bumble. Bumble is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Ziff Davis, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks.
Summary
Ziff Davis beats Bumble on 10 of the 14 factors compared between the two stocks.
About Bumble
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Bumble Inc. provides online dating and social networking platforms in North America, Europe, internationally. It owns and operates websites and applications that offers subscription and in-app purchases dating products. The company operates apps, including Bumble, a dating app built with women at the center, where women make the first move; Badoo, the web and mobile free-to-use dating app; Official app where users connect their profile with that of their partner enabling a shared, linked product experience; Bumble BFF and Bumble Bizz Modes that have a format similar to the date mode requiring users to set up profiles and matching users through yes and no votes, similar to the dating platform; and Bumble for Friends, a friendship app where people in all stages of life can meet people nearby and create meaningful platonic connections, as well as Fruitz app is centered around encouraging honesty and transparency by sharing dating intentions from the first touch point. Bumble Inc. was founded in 2006 in and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
About Ziff Davis
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Ziff Davis, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a digital media and internet company in the United States and internationally. The company offers PCMag, an online resource for laboratory-based product reviews, technology news, buying guides, and research papers; Mashable for publishing technology and culture content; Spiceworks Ziff Davis provides digital content of IT products and services; retailMeNot, a savings destination platform; Offers.com, a coupon and deals website; and event-based properties, including BlackFriday.com, TheBlackFriday.com, BestBlackFriday.com, and DealsofAmerica.com. It also offers gaming and entertainment content under the IGN Entertainment and Humble Bundle brands; and information on internet connectivity under the Ookla, Ekahau, Downdetector, and RootMetrics brands. The company also offers digital content and information services for health and wellness consumers under the Everyday Health, DailyOM, Lose It!, Diabetes Daily, Castle Connolly, and Migraine Again brands; pregnancy and parenting content under the BabyCenter, Emma's Diary, and What to Expect brands; and Medpage Today that delivers medical news. In addition, the company offers PRIME Education, a medical education program for healthcare professionals; and Health eCareers, a digital portal for healthcare professionals. Further, it provides endpoint and email security, security awareness training, secure backup and file sharing, and virtual private network solutions under the IPVanish, VIPRE, Livedrive, Inspired eLearning, and SugarSync brands; and email marketing and delivery solutions, search engine optimization tools, and voice and text communication services under the Campaigner, iContact, SMTP, Kickbox, MOZ Pro, MOZ Local, Stat Analytics, eVoice, and Line2 brands. The company was formerly known as j2 Global, Inc. and changed its name to Ziff Davis, Inc. in October 2021. Ziff Davis, Inc. was incorporated in 2014 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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BMBL Stock Alert: Halper Sadeh LLC is Investigating Whether Bumble Inc. is Obtaining a Fair Price for its Shareholders Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the sale of Bumble Inc. (NASDAQ: BMBL) to Ithaca Holdings for $6.05 per share of Class A Common Stock.
Halper Sadeh encourages Bumble shareholders to click here to learn more about their rights and optionsor contact Daniel Sadeh or Zachary Halper free of charge at (212) 763-0060 or [email protected] or [email protected].
The investigation concerns whether Bumble and its board of directors violated the federal securities laws and/or breached their fiduciary duties by failing to: (1) obtain the best possible price for Bumble shareholders; (2) conduct a fair sales process free of any conflicts of interests; and (3) disclose all material information for Bumble shareholders to evaluate the transaction.
On behalf of shareholders, Halper Sadeh LLC may seek increased consideration, additional disclosures, or other relief and benefits.
Halper Sadeh LLC represents investors all over the world who have fallen victim to securities fraud and corporate misconduct. Our attorneys have been instrumental in implementing corporate reforms and recovering millions of dollars on behalf of defrauded investors.
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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the sale of Bumble Inc. (NASDAQ: BMBL) to Ithaca Holdings for $6.05 per share of Class A Common Stock.Halper Sadeh encourages Bumble shareholders to click here to learn more about their rights and options or contact Daniel Sadeh or Zachary Halper free of charge at (212) 763-0060 or [email protected] or [email protected] investigation concerns whether Bumble and its board of directors violated.
New On The BlockAurora Cannabis is evaluating strategic alternatives to Curaleaf’s hostile takeover bid, including a potential third-party transaction or continuing as an independent company, as it seeks to maximize shareholder value.
Updates From The BlockBumble Inc. (NASDAQ:BMBL) agreed to be acquired by Ithaca Holdings in an all-cash transaction valued at $1.3 billion. Bumble will operate as a privately held company with offices in London, Austin and New York City, and is expected to remain based in Austin.
IonQ agreed to acquire cybersecurity firm Elisity in an all-stock deal valued at up to $1.3 billion, combining its quantum security technologies with Elisity’s enterprise protection platform.
The acquisition is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026, subject to regulatory approval.
26North Partners agreed to acquire MEI Industrial Solutions, a national provider of equipment execution services, from private equity firm Olympus Partners. The transaction is expected to close in the fourth quarter, pending customary conditions and regulatory approvals.
ATL Partners, a private equity firm investing in commercial aerospace, national security, and transportation and logistics, said its Precise A&D platform acquired Precise Metal Products, an aerospace supplier. The company was purchased from affiliates of Staple Street Capital. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Property management company AKAM, acquired Matthew Adam Properties, a New York City–based property management firm managing 85 buildings across the city. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
The Knot Worldwide, owned by private equity firm Permira, agreed to acquire rival wedding-planning platform Zola, expanding its portfolio of wedding services, Reuters reported. Zola will continue operating as a standalone brand, offering services including wedding websites, gift registries, invitations and guest-list management. Financial terms were not disclosed.
West Madison Foods, a portfolio company of Brynwood Partners and maker of Dean’s Dips and Marie’s salad dressings, bought The Flavor of California, which holds the licensing rights to Bob’s Big Boy salad dressings and dips. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Vivify Specialty Ingredients, a portfolio company of Gryphon Investors, purchased AuNutra Industries, a supplier of botanical extracts and nutritional ingredients for the supplement and nutraceutical markets. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Private equity firm Rhône agreed to sell Paragon Films, a manufacturer of high-performance stretch and shrink films, to Atlantic Ridge Capital and Grafine Partners for approximately $900 million. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter, subject to customary closing conditions.
Agilent Technologies agreed to acquire pathology software maker Proscia for $240 million in cash, with an additional $30 million possible if performance targets are met, Reuters reported. The deal will expand Agilent’s digital pathology business and AI-powered diagnostics capabilities and is expected to close early in fiscal 2027.
Private investment firm PSP Capital agreed to sell StormTrap, a provider of stormwater management and water quality solutions, to Advanced Drainage Systems for approximately $530 million. The transaction is expected to close in the coming months, pending customary regulatory approvals.
Workday (NASDAQ:WDAY) has agreed to acquire C1.ai, a platform that manages identities and access for people and AI agents. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of Workday’s fiscal 2027, ending Jan. 31, 2027, subject to customary closing conditions.
Off The BlockWatsco, Inc. (NYSE:WSO) completed the previously announced acquisition of The Granite Group, a distributor of plumbing and HVAC products.
Nasdaq (NASDAQ:NDAQ) completed its acquisition of LeveL Markets, LLC, an off-exchange equity execution venue and operator of one of the largest Alternative Trading Systems (ATSs) in the United States, Traders Magazine reported.
Bankruptcy BlockArtificial intelligence startup Character.ai filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company plans to pursue a court-supervised sale before the end of the year to secure the platform’s long-term future. Walt Disney & Co. also agreed to pay $20 million for select intellectual property and provide transition support through former Character.ai employees now working at the entertainment giant. The arrangement is expected to help keep the platform operating throughout the bankruptcy proceedings.
Getty Images plans to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and go private by year-end, following the collapse of its Shutterstock merger amid heavy debt and AI competition, Reuters reported. Getty family affiliates and Koch Equity Development will take full ownership, with investors committing up to $533 million in new equity.
The Picklr, one of the world’s largest indoor pickleball franchise networks, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection through its parent company, Picklr Inc., in a Texas bankruptcy court. The company said its clubs will remain open, while an investor group led by a franchisee has committed $4.5 million in financing pending court approval. The Picklr reported $10.3 million in 2025 revenue and a $4.4 million net loss, with about $19 million in liabilities as of March 2026, financial statements cited by Sports Business Journal revealed.
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NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that it is investigating the merger between Ithaca Holdings (Ithaca Holdco, Inc.) and Bumble Inc. (NASDAQ:BMBL). Bumble is incorporated in Delaware.
If you are a current shareholder of Bumble, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/bumble-investigation.
Key Details of the Bumble ($BMBL) Investigation:
Investigation Overview: Breaches of Fiduciary Duty in connection with the merger under which Ithaca Holdco, Inc. will acquire the public stock of Bumble for $6.05 per shareAction: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights Why is the Bumble Transaction being Investigated?
Bumble, Inc. is a company that is controlled by two majority stockholders—Blackstone Inc. and Bumble’s founder, Whitney Wolfe Herd. Those two stockholders alone control 83.7% of the company’s voting power. Bumble secured stockholder approval for the merger with Ithaca with the written consent of Blackstone and Whitney Wolfe Herd, with no further stockholder vote planned. Bumble’s board of directors reportedly approved the merger on the recommendation of the special committee it formed to evaluate the merger.
As a part of the merger agreement with Ithaca Holdco, Inc., Whitney Wolfe Herd’s stock in Bumble is being allowed to rollover into the post-merger company—meaning she will continue to own stock in the company after the merger closes. The opportunity to rollover shares is not being extended to any other stockholders.
BFA is investigating whether the terms of the merger, including the rollover, comply with Delaware law, including whether the $6.05 per share price is a fair price for the public stockholders’ shares of Bumble stock.
Click here for more information:
https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/bumble-investigation
What Can You Do?
If you are a current holder of Bumble stock, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.
All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.
Submit your information by visiting:
https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/bumble-investigation
Or contact:
Adam McCall
[email protected]
212.789.3619
Why Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP?
BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named “Elite Trial Lawyers” by the National Law Journal, “Litigation Stars” by Benchmark Litigation, among the top “500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers” by Lawdragon, “Titans of the Plaintiffs’ Bar” by Law360 and “SuperLawyers” by Thomson Reuters.
Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff’s securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: “[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area,” “[t]he interest of the client is always front and center,” and “[t]here isn’t a better firm in this space.” One testimonial described the firm as “nimble and entrepreneurial,” with a “relentless focus on adding value for clients.”
Among its recent notable successes, BFA recovered over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.’s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
For more information about BFA and its attorneys, please visit https://www.bfalaw.com.
https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/bumble-investigation
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NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that it is investigating the merger between Ithaca Holdings (Ithaca Holdco, Inc.) and Bumble Inc. (NASDAQ:BMBL). Bumble is incorporated in Delaware.
If you are a current shareholder of Bumble, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/bumble-investigation.
Key Details of the Bumble ($BMBL) Investigation:
Investigation Overview: Breaches of Fiduciary Duty in connection with the merger under which Ithaca Holdco, Inc. will acquire the public stock of Bumble for $6.05 per shareAction: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights Why is the Bumble Transaction being Investigated?
Bumble, Inc. is a company that is controlled by two majority stockholders—Blackstone Inc. and Bumble’s founder, Whitney Wolfe Herd. Those two stockholders alone control 83.7% of the company’s voting power. Bumble secured stockholder approval for the merger with Ithaca with the written consent of Blackstone and Whitney Wolfe Herd, with no further stockholder vote planned. Bumble’s board of directors reportedly approved the merger on the recommendation of the special committee it formed to evaluate the merger.
As a part of the merger agreement with Ithaca Holdco, Inc., Whitney Wolfe Herd’s stock in Bumble is being allowed to rollover into the post-merger company—meaning she will continue to own stock in the company after the merger closes. The opportunity to rollover shares is not being extended to any other stockholders.
BFA is investigating whether the terms of the merger, including the rollover, comply with Delaware law, including whether the $6.05 per share price is a fair price for the public stockholders’ shares of Bumble stock.
Click here for more information:
https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/bumble-investigation
What Can You Do?
If you are a current holder of Bumble stock, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.
All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.
BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named “Elite Trial Lawyers” by the National Law Journal, “Litigation Stars” by Benchmark Litigation, among the top “500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers” by Lawdragon, “Titans of the Plaintiffs’ Bar” by Law360 and “SuperLawyers” by Thomson Reuters.
Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff’s securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: “[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area,” “[t]he interest of the client is always front and center,” and “[t]here isn’t a better firm in this space.” One testimonial described the firm as “nimble and entrepreneurial,” with a “relentless focus on adding value for clients.”
Among its recent notable successes, BFA recovered over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.’s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.
For more information about BFA and its attorneys, please visit https://www.bfalaw.com.
https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/bumble-investigation
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Shares of Bumble (BMBL +56.58%) surged more than 56% on Tuesday after the dating app maker struck a deal to be acquired by technology and media investment firm Ithaca Holdings for $1.3 billion.
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An enticing offer for Bumble's shareholdersUnder the terms of the deal, investors will receive $6.05 in cash for every share of Bumble they own. That's a 138% premium over the stock's closing price on Friday.
Following the closing of the acquisition, Bumble will operate as a privately held company with Ithaca's Co-CEOs, Ravi Gupta and John Hegeman, overseeing its operations.
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Bumble founder and CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd said she will also "remain actively involved with Bumble."
"In Ithaca, we have found a partner who shares our vision, believes in our women-first mission, and is committed to investing in Bumble's future," Herd said.
Bumble stumbled as dating trends shiftedHerd launched Bumble in 2014 with the goal of building a safer place for women to find love. Its dating app was unique in that it was built around women initiating conversations with matches. But Bumble was forced to abandon that approach earlier this year in an attempt to attract more users and boost engagement.
Bumble's growth has stagnated in recent years as younger people have moved away from online dating platforms. The company's revenue fell 15.2% year over year to $210.5 million in the second quarter, driven by a 16.4% decline in total paying users to 3.2 million.
Joe Tenebruso has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $BMBL #Acquisition--Bumble Inc. is being Investigated after the $6.05 per share Merger Deal Announced – Investors are Alerted to Contact BFA Law.
Bumble Investor Alert: Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC Investigates Adequacy of Price and Process in Proposed Sale of Bumble Inc. - BMBL
Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed sale of Bumble Inc. (NasdaqGS: BMBL) (“Bumble” or “the Company”) to Ithaca Holdings. Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of Bumble will receive cash consideration of $6.05 for each Class A share of Bumble that they own. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consideration and the process that led to it are adequate, or whether the consideration undervalues the Company.
If you believe that this transaction undervalues the Company and/or if you would like to discuss your legal rights regarding the proposed sale, you may, without obligation or cost to you, e-mail or call KSF Managing Partner Lewis S. Kahn ([email protected]) toll free at any time at (833) 538-3612, or visit https://www.ksfcounsel.com/cases/nasdaqgs-bmbl/ to learn more.
To learn more about KSF, whose partners include the Former Louisiana Attorney General, visit www.ksfcounsel.com.
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Bumble (BMBL) shares charged explosively to the upside after the dating-app operator agreed to an all-cash acquisition by Ithaca Holdings. The transaction values BMBL at “$1.3 billion” and offers shareholders $6.05 per share.
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP (“SBS”), a national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors in Bumble Inc. (“Bumble” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: BMBL) for potential breaches of fiduciary duty on the part of its directors and management.
INVESTIGATION DETAILS: The investigation focuses on determining if the Bumble board breached its fiduciary duties to shareholders. Bumble announced on October 13, 2026, that is has agreed to be acquired by Ithaca Holdings in a $1.3 billion deal with shareholders to receive $6.05 per share.
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BMBL shareholders will receive just $6.05 per share in an all-cash transaction valuing Bumble at approximately $1.3 billion; Ademi LLP is investigating the deal price, benefits to company insiders, and restrictions on competing offers
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, /PRNewswire/ -- Ademi LLP is investigating whether the proposed acquisition of Bumble (NASDAQ: BMBL) by Ithaca, provides fair value to Bumble's public shareholders and whether Bumble's Board adequately protected shareholder interests in negotiating and approving the transaction.
Are You a BMBL Shareholder?
If you own Bumble shares, Ademi LLP would like to hear from you about the proposed acquisition and your rights as a shareholder.
You may also contact Guri Ademi at [email protected] or toll-free at 866-264-3995. There is no cost or obligation to you.
What Is Ademi LLP Investigating?
The exchange ratio and whether it adequately reflects Bumble's value and future prospects;
Substantial change-of-control benefits available to Bumble insiders in connection with the transaction;
Restrictions on competing transactions, including a significant termination penalty that may discourage another potential buyer from making a superior proposal; and
The conduct of Bumble's Board of Directors in negotiating and approving the transaction and whether the Board fulfilled its duties to public shareholders.
What Should BMBL Shareholders Do?
Contact Ademi LLP to discuss your rights and our investigation. There is no cost or obligation to you.
NEW YORK & NEW ORLEANS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Former Attorney General of Louisiana Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq. and the law firm of Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (“KSF”) are investigating the proposed sale of Bumble Inc. (NasdaqGS: BMBL) (“Bumble” or “the Company”) to Ithaca Holdings. Under the terms of the proposed transaction, shareholders of Bumble will receive cash consideration of $6.05 for each Class A share of Bumble that they own. KSF is seeking to determine whether this consideration and the pro.
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Shares of Bumble Inc (NASDAQ:BMBL) rose sharply during Tuesday’s session as the company agreed to be taken private by Ithaca Holdings for $6.05 per share in cash.
Bumble shares jumped 56.7% to $5.96 on Tuesday.
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Bumble is getting a new owner. The dating app announced Tuesday that it has agreed to a $1.3 billion acquisition deal with Ithaca Holdings, marking a major shift for a company that once looked like one of the biggest success stories in online dating.
The deal would take the company private after years of declining subscriber numbers, falling revenue, and mounting pressure to rethink the online dating experience. The move may give Bumble a chance to work on its next chapter away from the pressure of public markets.
Founded in 2014 by Whitney Wolfe Herd, Bumble made a name for itself for its unique approach where only women made the first move. That helped it stand out in a crowded dating market, and the company eventually went public in 2021 at a valuation of roughly $14 billion.
Since then, however, the dating app landscape has changed considerably. Bumble has faced declining paying users, weaker revenue, and growing dissatisfaction with the familiar swipe-based model. The company recently reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of $211 million, down 15.2% year over year, while its paying user base fell 16.4% to approximately 3.2 million.
The acquisition follows a review of strategic options by an independent committee of Bumble’s board, which recommended the transaction after consulting outside legal and financial advisers. Wolfe Herd did not participate in the board’s discussions or vote on the deal, according to the press release.
“In Ithaca, we have found a partner who shares our vision, believes in our women-first mission, and is committed to investing in Bumble’s future,” Wolfe Herd said in a statement.
She also confirmed that she plans to stay actively involved in the business, working alongside Ithaca’s Ravi Gupta and John Hegeman, and the Bumble team.
Going private might give Bumble more flexibility to experiment with new features and make changes without having to answer to public-market investors every quarter. The company has been exploring AI-driven features and putting more energy into helping people connect offline, reflecting a broader shift in how younger users approach dating.
One example is Plans, announced in July, which focuses on bringing people together through real-world activities. Wolfe Herd also recently revealed that the company is developing a new way for users to interact that could eventually replace the swipe-based model.
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Bumble Inc (NASDAQ:BMBL), the dating app company founded by Whitney Wolfe Herd, is set to leave public markets after agreeing to a $1.3 billion takeover by technology holding company Ithaca Holdings.
The deal will see shareholders receive $6.05 a share in cash, representing a 138% premium to Bumble’s closing share price on 9 October, before the announcement.
The transaction will return Bumble to private ownership after its years as a publicly traded company, with the business expected to remain based in Austin, Texas, and retain offices in London and New York.
Shares of Bumble gained around 56% on the news on Tuesday morning.
Ithaca co-chief executives Ravi Gupta and John Hegeman will assume the same roles at Bumble after completion, working alongside Wolfe Herd, who will remain actively involved in the business.
Bumble’s board approved the transaction following an independent special committee review of strategic alternatives, with Wolfe Herd recusing herself from the board’s deliberations and vote.
Affiliates of Blackstone and Wolfe Herd subsequently approved the deal through written shareholder consent, providing the necessary shareholder approval.
The special committee, chaired by Ann Mather, concluded that Ithaca’s offer represented the best outcome for public and unaffiliated shareholders after assessing available options with independent legal and financial advisers.
Ithaca describes itself as a holding company focused on applying advanced technology to established businesses, and its leadership sees scope to develop Bumble as dating habits and technology evolve.
Wolfe Herd founded Bumble in 2014 around a women-first approach to dating and is expected to work with the incoming leadership team as the business moves into private ownership.
The takeover will also change how Bumble reports its financial performance, with the company planning to file its quarterly report for the three months to 30 September by 9 November but cancelling its usual earnings release and conference call.
Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) are advising Bumble’s special committee, while Kirkland & Ellis is advising Ithaca, and KKR Capital Markets is acting as its capital markets adviser.
Bumble surged nearly 50% in a single session on a report that the dating app could go private at a fraction of its 2021 launch valuation, but the deal structure leaves shareholders guessing whether they stand to gain anything at…
Bumble (NASDAQ:BMBL) closed at $3.80 on October 12, 2026, a gain of 49.61% in one regular session. The jump followed a report. The Wall Street Journal reported the dating app is in “advanced talks to go private in a deal valuing the company at roughly $1 billion.”
The reported buyer is Ithaca Holdings, a holding company for technology businesses founded by Silicon Valley executives Ravi Gupta and John Hegeman. Neither company has confirmed talks, and no deal filing or press release had appeared by early October 13, 2026.
A company that launched at a $14 billion valuation in 2021 just rallied on an unconfirmed sale at a small fraction of that figure. The shares kept rising after hours, reaching $3.929.
What the Report Covers and What It Leaves Out
A valuation has been reported, but no per-share price has. The reports leave a key question. They do not say whether the figure covers equity alone or includes Bumble’s roughly $451 million of debt, and that detail determines whether holders get a premium or a discount.
Founder Wolfe Herd is expected to roll at least part of her stake and stay involved. Filings show Blackstone and the founder have outsized voting control, so those who stay with the buyer also control the vote that sets the price.
Volume reached 42,333,826 shares, about 18 times the two-month average of 2.31 million, while the price moved between $2.50 and $3.975. A buyout report can move a low-priced small cap. It can push short sellers (traders who sold borrowed shares expecting a decline) to buy stock back to limit losses.
Covering raises the price even when no buyer has determined the business is worth more. Even after the jump, the shares are down 25.05% over one year and 92.68% over five.
What a Buyer Would Actually Inherit
Paying users fell more than 11% in 2025 to about 3.7 million. Revenue fell nearly 10% to about $966 million.
In the second quarter, paying users dropped 16.4% to 3.2 million. That is higher than the full-year rate, which suggests the erosion is accelerating. Trailing revenue stands at $893.24 million against a trailing net loss of $480.06 million.
A dating app gets worse as its pool thins, because members see fewer good matches, cancel, and thin the pool further. Paolo Pescatore of PP Foresight said, “A change in ownership will not magically fix these fundamental problems,” and “Bumble desperately needs to give consumers a compelling reason to return and, more importantly, pay.”
Match Group’s Muted Move Sets the Benchmark
Match Group (NASDAQ:MTCH | MTCH Price Prediction) rose just 1.05% to $41.52, with a market value of $9.53 billion. Investors treated the report as a Bumble-specific event and did not reprice the sector.
Wolfe Herd founded Bumble in 2014, stepped down as chief executive in January 2024, and returned in March 2025. A potential strategic sale had been reported earlier, so these talks continue a long search for an exit.
Analysts list 14 holds and 1 strong sell. The average target of $3.79 is slightly below the close.
What Would Change the Picture for BMBL Stock
The rally leaves the stock exposed. If talks collapse, little supports the stock above the $2.54 where it stood before the report.
If a deal is signed, the remaining upside from $3.929 is an unknown spread. Insiders who keep a stake in the buyer have reason to keep the price modest.
Match Group offers a different risk profile for dating-app exposure, as it is the larger operator and its price does not depend on an unconfirmed rescue.
A signed merger agreement filed in an 8-K is the test. If none appears before Bumble’s expected November 4, 2026 earnings report (a date Bumble has yet to confirm), the rally rests on the report alone.
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AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bumble Inc. (NASDAQ: BMBL) (“Bumble” or “the Company”) today announced that it entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Ithaca Holdings (“Ithaca”) in an all-cash transaction valuing the Company at $1.3 billion. Under the terms of the agreement, Bumble common shareholders will receive cash consideration of $6.05 per share of Class A Common Stock, representing an approximately 138% premium to the unaffected closing share price on October 9, 2026, and a.
Bumble (BMBL.O) said on Tuesday it had agreed to be taken private by Ithaca Holdings in a deal valued at $1.3 billion, as the dating app pushes forward with its months-long turnaround amid shifting Gen Z dating habits and declining paying users.
Bumble and larger rival Match Group (MTCH.O), which owns Tinder and Hinge, have been grappling with weak user engagement, particularly from younger users tired of endless swiping.
Ithaca co-founders Ravi Gupta and John Hegeman will become Bumble's co-CEOs after the takeover.
The private equity firm has offered $6.05 per share for Bumble, representing a 122.4% premium to the dating app's closing share price on June 24, a day before Reuters first reported the company was exploring a sale.
Shares of the company soared 57% to $5.96 in premarket trading.
Founded in 2014 by Whitney Wolfe Herd, Bumble pioneered the "women-first" approach to online dating.
Under Herd, who returned as CEO in March 2025 after stepping down in 2023, the company has doubled down on revamping its core product with AI-powered features, group dating and a redesigned member experience in a bid to revive growth.
The efforts follow steep declines in total paying users and revenue. Total paying users fell 16.4% to 3.2 million in the second quarter, while quarterly revenue has been declining for nearly two years.
Bumble's market capitalization has shrunk to about $582 million as of Monday's close, a far cry from the $14 billion valuation when it went public in 2021.
The company, which also owns friendship-focused Bumble For Friends, is also expanding group-based ways for people to meet, reflecting an industry-wide effort to attract Gen Z users seeking more social and less swipe-driven ways to connect.
"There hasn't been a lot of innovation in the dating space for a while, and now that AI is here, the apps are going to be forced to innovate," said Liesel Sharabi, an associate professor at Arizona State University who studies online dating and relationship technology.
The company entered into advanced talks to be taken private by Ithaca Holdings in a deal valuing it at roughly $1 billion, Reuters and other media outlets reported on Monday.
Bumble has spent the past few years trying everything from a new CEO to AI-powered matches.
Now, the embattled dating app company is making another big move: going private.
Ithaca Holdings, a new firm run by former tech executives, is acquiring Bumble for $1.3 billion, the latter announced on Tuesday. Bumble’s board unanimously voted in favor of the deal, with founder and CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd recusing herself from the decision.
News of a potential deal was first reported by the Wall Street Journal.
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Bumble’s shareholders will receive $6.05 for each share of Class A Common Stock. According to Bumble, this is about 138% higher than its Friday, October 9, closing share price and around 119% over its 30-day weighted average price ending Friday.
The dating app company was valued at about $335 million at the end of business on Friday.
Ithaca’s co-CEOs and co-founders, Ravi Gupta and John Hegeman, will take over as co-CEOs of Bumble and “partner with Wolfe Herd to extend Bumble’s original vision to help people find connections in life and love into the next era.”
The company is in advanced talks to go private through a newly formed investment firm for roughly $1 billion — a fraction of the more than $14 billion it was worth following its 2021 stock market debut.
Ithaca Holdings, founded by a Sequoia Capital partner and a former Meta executive, could strike a deal as soon as this week, the Wall Street Journal reported Monday.
The negotiations could still fall apart, Bloomberg noted, citing a person familiar with the matter.
Bumble shares jumped about 50% Monday following news of the potential buyout, giving the company a market capitalization of roughly $580 million, up from $335 million at Friday’s close.
Bumble founder Whitney Wolfe Herd is facing a possible $1 billion buyout of the dating app she launched in 2014. AFP via Getty Images
The potential buyout comes as Bumble founder Whitney Wolfe Herd struggles to revive the dating platform amid declining revenue and a shrinking base of paying users.
Wolfe Herd, who co-founded Tinder before launching Bumble in 2014, is expected to remain involved with the company and roll over at least part of her ownership stake as part of the transaction, according to the Journal.
The 37-year-old entrepreneur returned as Bumble’s chief executive in March 2025, a little more than a year after stepping down.
Bumble reported second-quarter revenue of $210.5 million, down 15.2% from a year earlier, while its number of paying users plunged 16.4% to 3.2 million.
Dating app Bumble is in advanced talks to be acquired by newly formed investment firm Ithaca Holdings for roughly $1 billion. Boumenjapet – stock.adobe.com
The company posted a quarterly net loss of $127.9 million and ended June with roughly $154 million in cash.
Bumble in August abandoned its signature requirement that women initiate conversations with male matches, allowing either person to send the first message as the dating app struggled to retain paying customers.
At rival Match Group, Hinge posted a 22% jump in second-quarter revenue, even as the company’s flagship dating app Tinder struggled to regain momentum.
Bumble laid off roughly 30% of its workforce last year, just months after Wolfe Herd returned as chief executive.
Bumble was exploring a possible sale as early as June, with Morgan Stanley advising the company on strategic alternatives, Reuters reported at the time.
A September 2025 Daily Mail investigation alleged that Wolfe Herd mistreated former Tinder colleagues and was physically abusive toward an ex-boyfriend — accusations she denied — while she acknowledged having used racial and homophobic slurs in the past.
Wolfe Herd returned as Bumble’s chief executive in 2025, months before the company laid off roughly 30% of its workforce. REUTERS
Wolfe Herd also came under fire last year from former Tinder executives who disputed her status as a co-founder of the dating app and accused her of exaggerating her contributions to its early success.
Tinder co-founder Jonathan Badeen and former communications executive Rosette Pambakian were among those who challenged her account ahead of the release of “Swiped,” a Hulu film starring Lily James as Wolfe Herd, Page Six reported in September 2025.
Her representatives have previously defended her co-founder title, while Wolfe Herd said she had no involvement in the film.
The Post has sought comment from Bumble and Ithaca.
Bumble is in advanced talks to be taken private by Ithaca Holdings in a deal that values the dating app operator at roughly $1 billion, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters on Monday.
Shares of Bumble rose around 21% in afternoon trading. Reuters exclusively reported earlier this year that Bumble is exploring a sale amid slowing growth in the online dating sector.
Bumble Inc. (NASDAQ:BMBL) is in advanced talks to go private at a valuation of roughly $1 billion, according to The Wall Street Journal. Ithaca Holdings is the prospective buyer, and a deal could arrive as soon as this week, the Journal reported.
Bumble Inc. (BMBL - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $2.51, demonstrating a -1.57% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock fell short of the S&P 500, which registered a gain of 0.58% for the day. At the same time, the Dow added 0.49%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.45%.
Prior to today's trading, shares of the company had lost 12.07% lagged the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 6.31% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.84%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Bumble Inc. in its forthcoming earnings report. On that day, Bumble Inc. is projected to report earnings of $0.24 per share, which would represent a year-over-year decline of 31.43%. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $210.25 million, down 14.59% from the year-ago period.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of -$0.08 per share and a revenue of $833.25 million, signifying shifts of +98.67% and -13.71%, respectively, from the last year.
It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Bumble Inc. These latest adjustments often mirror the shifting dynamics of short-term business patterns. Consequently, upward revisions in estimates express analysts' positivity towards the business operations and its ability to generate profits.
Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending stock price performance. To benefit from this, we have developed the Zacks Rank, a proprietary model which takes these estimate changes into account and provides an actionable rating system.
The Zacks Rank system ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell). It has a remarkable, outside-audited track record of success, with #1 stocks delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Within the past 30 days, our consensus EPS projection remained stagnant. Currently, Bumble Inc. is carrying a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy).
The Internet - Software industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. At present, this industry carries a Zacks Industry Rank of 107, placing it within the top 44% of over 250 industries.
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In the latest close session, Bumble Inc. (BMBL - Free Report) was down 4.89% at $2.53. The stock's change was less than the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.77%. At the same time, the Dow lost 0.67%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 0.92%.
The company's stock has dropped by 2.56% in the past month, falling short of the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 6.26% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.96%.
Investors will be eagerly watching for the performance of Bumble Inc. in its upcoming earnings disclosure. The company is predicted to post an EPS of $0.24, indicating a 31.43% decline compared to the equivalent quarter last year. Meanwhile, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenue is projecting net sales of $210.25 million, down 14.59% from the year-ago period.
For the full year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of -$0.08 per share and a revenue of $833.25 million, demonstrating changes of +98.67% and -13.71%, respectively, from the preceding year.
Investors should also pay attention to any latest changes in analyst estimates for Bumble Inc. Such recent modifications usually signify the changing landscape of near-term business trends. As a result, we can interpret positive estimate revisions as a good sign for the business outlook.
Based on our research, we believe these estimate revisions are directly related to near-term stock moves. We developed the Zacks Rank to capitalize on this phenomenon. Our system takes these estimate changes into account and delivers a clear, actionable rating model.
Ranging from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell), the Zacks Rank system has a proven, outside-audited track record of outperformance, with #1 stocks returning an average of +25% annually since 1988. The Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 112.82% lower within the past month. Bumble Inc. currently has a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).
The Internet - Software industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 89, positioning it in the top 37% of all 250+ industries.
The strength of our individual industry groups is measured by the Zacks Industry Rank, which is calculated based on the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within these groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.
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Bumble Inc. (NASDAQ:BMBL – Get Free Report) has earned an average rating of “Reduce” from the eighteen ratings firms that are presently covering the stock, MarketBeat reports. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a sell recommendation, fifteen have issued a hold recommendation and one has issued a buy recommendation on the company. The average 1 year price objective among brokerages that have issued ratings on the stock in the last year is $3.8667.
A number of research analysts have recently weighed in on BMBL shares. Wells Fargo & Company lowered their price objective on Bumble from $5.00 to $4.00 and set an “equal weight” rating on the stock in a research report on Friday, August 7th. Wall Street Zen lowered shares of Bumble from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday, August 8th. The Goldman Sachs Group decreased their target price on shares of Bumble from $5.00 to $3.50 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a research note on Thursday, August 6th. Royal Bank Of Canada lowered their price target on shares of Bumble from $5.00 to $4.00 and set a “sector perform” rating on the stock in a report on Friday, August 7th. Finally, Citigroup dropped their price target on shares of Bumble from $3.90 to $3.60 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a research report on Tuesday, May 26th.
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Bumble Price Performance Shares of Bumble stock opened at $2.79 on Monday. Bumble has a one year low of $2.54 and a one year high of $7.32. The stock’s fifty day moving average is $2.87 and its 200 day moving average is $3.19. The stock has a market cap of $368.20 million, a P/E ratio of -0.66 and a beta of 1.86. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.65, a quick ratio of 1.62 and a current ratio of 1.62. Bumble (NASDAQ:BMBL – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Wednesday, August 5th. The company reported ($0.84) earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $0.25 by ($1.09). The company had revenue of $210.53 million for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $210.46 million. Bumble had a negative net margin of 58.99% and a positive return on equity of 35.88%. Bumble’s revenue for the quarter was down 15.2% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the firm posted ($2.45) earnings per share. Sell-side analysts anticipate that Bumble will post -0.08 earnings per share for the current year.
Institutional Inflows and Outflows Hedge funds have recently bought and sold shares of the company. Principal Financial Group Inc. lifted its position in shares of Bumble by 314.5% in the first quarter. Principal Financial Group Inc. now owns 609,226 shares of the company’s stock valued at $1,986,000 after acquiring an additional 462,251 shares in the last quarter. RBF Capital LLC grew its position in shares of Bumble by 86.9% during the first quarter. RBF Capital LLC now owns 967,372 shares of the company’s stock worth $3,154,000 after purchasing an additional 449,866 shares in the last quarter. Renaissance Technologies LLC grew its position in shares of Bumble by 48.6% during the first quarter. Renaissance Technologies LLC now owns 4,213,887 shares of the company’s stock worth $13,737,000 after purchasing an additional 1,378,487 shares in the last quarter. Pacer Advisors Inc. bought a new stake in Bumble during the 1st quarter valued at approximately $2,039,000. Finally, Accel Growth Fund V Associates L.L.C. purchased a new stake in Bumble during the 2nd quarter valued at approximately $16,174,499. Institutional investors own 94.85% of the company’s stock.
Bumble Company Profile (Get Free Report)
Bumble Inc operates a global online dating and social networking platform. Its flagship Bumble app is designed to help people form romantic relationships, with features that encourage women to make the first move in heterosexual matches. The platform also supports same-sex and other types of connections.
The company’s products have included Bumble Date for dating, Bumble BFF for friendship connections and Bumble Bizz for professional networking. Bumble has also introduced features intended to support users in building communities and maintaining meaningful relationships, including its Bumble For Friends offering.
Bumble was founded in 2014 by Whitney Wolfe Herd, who previously helped establish Tinder.
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Bumble Inc. (BMBL - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $2.96, demonstrating a -1.33% change from the preceding day's closing price. This change lagged the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.14%. At the same time, the Dow added 0.61%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.69%.
The company's shares have seen an increase of 7.53% over the last month, surpassing the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 1.69% and the S&P 500's loss of 2.85%.
The upcoming earnings release of Bumble Inc. will be of great interest to investors. The company is expected to report EPS of $0.24, down 31.43% from the prior-year quarter. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $210.25 million, down 14.59% from the year-ago period.
For the annual period, the Zacks Consensus Estimates anticipate earnings of -$0.08 per share and a revenue of $833.25 million, signifying shifts of +98.67% and -13.71%, respectively, from the last year.
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Bumble Inc. (BMBL - Free Report) ended the recent trading session at $2.98, demonstrating a +1.71% change from the preceding day's closing price. The stock's performance was ahead of the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.59%. Meanwhile, the Dow lost 0.6%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, lost 0.65%.
The stock of company has risen by 12.26% in the past month, leading the Computer and Technology sector's loss of 0.02% and the S&P 500's loss of 1.37%.
The investment community will be closely monitoring the performance of Bumble Inc. in its forthcoming earnings report. The company's upcoming EPS is projected at $0.24, signifying a 31.43% drop compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Meanwhile, our latest consensus estimate is calling for revenue of $210.04 million, down 14.67% from the prior-year quarter.
For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates are projecting earnings of -$0.08 per share and a revenue of $833.22 million, representing changes of +98.67% and -13.72%, respectively, from the prior year.
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Shares of Bumble Inc. (NASDAQ:BMBL – Get Free Report) have been assigned an average recommendation of “Reduce” from the eighteen ratings firms that are currently covering the company, Marketbeat.com reports. Two research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, fifteen have issued a hold rating and one has given a buy rating to the company. The average 12-month price objective among brokers that have covered the stock in the last year is $3.8667.
BMBL has been the subject of several analyst reports. Citigroup cut their price target on Bumble from $3.90 to $3.60 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a report on Tuesday, May 26th. Susquehanna decreased their price objective on Bumble from $3.50 to $3.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a report on Friday, August 7th. UBS Group lowered their price objective on Bumble from $4.50 to $3.00 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a research report on Wednesday, August 12th. Wells Fargo & Company dropped their target price on Bumble from $5.00 to $4.00 and set an “equal weight” rating for the company in a research note on Friday, August 7th. Finally, Weiss Ratings reiterated a “sell (e+)” rating on shares of Bumble in a research report on Tuesday, August 4th.
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Bumble Price Performance Bumble stock opened at $2.75 on Thursday. Bumble has a 12-month low of $2.54 and a 12-month high of $7.32. The stock has a market capitalization of $362.92 million, a P/E ratio of -0.65, a P/E/G ratio of 0.15 and a beta of 1.87. The firm’s 50-day moving average is $2.93 and its two-hundred day moving average is $3.20. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.65, a current ratio of 1.62 and a quick ratio of 1.62. Bumble (NASDAQ:BMBL – Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, August 5th. The company reported ($0.84) earnings per share for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.25 by ($1.09). The firm had revenue of $210.53 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $210.46 million. Bumble had a negative net margin of 58.99% and a positive return on equity of 35.88%. The business’s quarterly revenue was down 15.2% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period in the prior year, the firm earned ($2.45) EPS. Equities analysts predict that Bumble will post 0.62 earnings per share for the current year.
Insider Buying and Selling In other news, major shareholder – Nq L.L.C. Btoa sold 7,477,500 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, June 16th. The shares were sold at an average price of $3.78, for a total transaction of $28,264,950.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider owned 19,374 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $73,233.72. This represents a 99.74% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through this link. Also, Director Ann Mather sold 22,013 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, June 9th. The shares were sold at an average price of $2.79, for a total transaction of $61,416.27. Following the transaction, the director directly owned 117,853 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $328,809.87. This represents a 15.74% decrease in their position. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Insiders have sold 29,954,026 shares of company stock worth $113,182,633 over the last ninety days. Insiders own 15.35% of the company’s stock.
Hedge Funds Weigh In On Bumble Several institutional investors and hedge funds have recently bought and sold shares of BMBL. Saba Capital Management L.P. grew its stake in shares of Bumble by 52.6% during the 4th quarter. Saba Capital Management L.P. now owns 5,337,549 shares of the company’s stock valued at $19,055,000 after buying an additional 1,838,923 shares during the period. Accel Growth Fund V Associates L.L.C. acquired a new position in Bumble in the second quarter valued at $16,174,499,000. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP boosted its holdings in Bumble by 10.6% in the third quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 4,882,350 shares of the company’s stock valued at $29,735,000 after acquiring an additional 466,646 shares during the last quarter. Renaissance Technologies LLC grew its position in Bumble by 48.6% during the first quarter. Renaissance Technologies LLC now owns 4,213,887 shares of the company’s stock valued at $13,737,000 after acquiring an additional 1,378,487 shares during the period. Finally, Bank of America Corp DE grew its position in Bumble by 36.2% during the third quarter. Bank of America Corp DE now owns 2,528,128 shares of the company’s stock valued at $15,396,000 after acquiring an additional 671,907 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 94.85% of the company’s stock.
About Bumble (Get Free Report)
Bumble Inc operates a technology platform designed to facilitate social and professional connections through its suite of apps, most notably the flagship Bumble dating app. The company’s core premise is to empower users—particularly women—to make the first move, helping to reshape traditional dating dynamics. In addition to its dating function, Bumble offers mode-switching features that allow users to find friends through “Bumble BFF” or pursue professional networking opportunities via “Bumble Bizz.”
Beyond the Bumble app, the company also owns and operates Badoo, a social discovery platform with a substantial global footprint, particularly in Europe and Latin America.
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Finding a connection on Bumble works differently now, with the dating app changing one of its flagship messaging rules.
Bumble is now letting any user make the first move, moving away from one of its signature features, which only allowed women to send the first message to heterosexual matches. In addition to letting men message first, the dating app company is giving users more time before a chat expires, broadening the reply window for matches from 24 hours to 72 hours.
In its announcement of the change, Bumble said the changes were informed by member feedback, product testing, and behavioral insights. The company cited internal Bumble data from a survey of 2,267 women Bumble users in 2024 that revealed that two-thirds of them preferred when men message first as it made “dating feel less pressured.”
“While women making the first move was a radical idea, being women-first was never about prescribing just one way to connect,” Whitney Wolfe Herd, founder and CEO of Bumble, said in the announcement. She added, “today, our community is asking for more flexibility, less pressure, and more opportunities to create real, meaningful connections and that is what this new experience provides.”
Data from the initial testing in Canada showed a positive response to the updates, with around half of surveyed members saying the lengthened reply window made their experience on the app better. The pilot test also revealed that women in particular responded positively to the updates with around 91% saying they still felt in control of their dating experiences.
But the move is more than just about the user experience, it marks a significant departure from the signature feature that defined the brand’s 11 years in business.
Founded by Wolfe Herd in 2014, Bumble initially stood out from its competitors in the dating app economy by centering its user experience around women, leading to their signature feature: women message first. But a decade later, users have access to new technologies, and younger users have developed different dating behaviors that Bumble needs to adapt to in order to remain competitive.
Whitney Wolfe Herd returned to her role as CEO of Bumble in 2025. Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images Bumble's buzz is sounding familiar.
When Whitney Wolfe Herd left Tinder to found Bumble, she positioned the new rival as Tinder's antithesis.
"I always felt that for me as a woman, I always had to wait around," she told The New York Times in 2017. So, women would have to message first, and they'd have 24 hours to do it.
The app enjoyed early success in the mid-2010s and again during the COVID-19 pandemic. Then came the industry's tightening, the stock's sinking, and a widespread feeling of online dating malaise. While competitors like Hinge rose in the ranks, Bumble changed from a progressive darling to a stodgy also-ran.
On Tuesday, Bumble officially gave up on its founding principle. It allowed men to message first, a feature that had gradually loosened since the 2024 release of Opening Moves — a product overhaul that let men send the first "move" by replying to a prompt on a woman's Bumble profile. It also extended the countdown for messaging a new match from 24 hours to 72 hours.
Bumble argues that it isn't changing its principles. In a press release announcing the change, Wolfe Herd said that the move "isn't a departure from our founding vision, but rather an evolution of it." Bumble didn't respond to a request for comment.
But shedding the distinguishing feature of having women message first begs the question of how Bumble plans to differentiate itself from Tinder. Or any competitors.
Bumble's TinderificationWolfe Herd worked hard to differentiate Bumble at launch. While she avoided bashing Tinder — "I still hold equity in the company. It's my baby," she told Time in 2015 — she flexed Bumble's women-first approach and comparatively quick growth. She also sued Tinder, alleging sexual harassment, in a case that was later settled.
These days, though, Tinder and Bumble look almost identical.
Both are built on the basic swiping mechanism: right to match, left to skip. If two users swipe right, they chat and set up a date. That's a mechanism some users have expressed fatigue with.
What set Bumble apart, then, was its women-message-first ethos. The company chipped away at that with Opening Moves in 2024. Then, it tested a reversal earlier this year, making women the only first-movers once again in Australia and Mexico.
With Tuesday's shift, the company has abandoned the founding rule altogether.
Bumble and Tinder are sinking — Tinder even more so. The analytics firm Apptopia found that Tinder's daily active users declined 14.14% year-over-year, while Bumble's declined 9.22%.
Tinder has a higher perch to fall from; it's the world's biggest dating app. Tinder is also part of Match Group, which includes the well-performing Hinge, helping shield the stock from some of the damage. Match Group's stock is up 16.08% so far this year; Bumble's is down 23.37%.
Bumble is trying to keep its women-first sheen.
"I have been recommitting myself as I returned as CEO, even more than ever before, to making Bumble better for women," Wolfe Herd wrote on Instagram in February.
Its Bumble BFF app — notably, not for dating — has been trumpeted as an answer to Gen Z women's friendship woes. The company has focused on rebranding the BFF app since Wolfe Herd returned.
But there are some signs that Bumble's namesake dating app is slipping among women. Time spent per daily female user has dropped for three straight months from the year earlier, plummeting 48% in July, Apptopia said. That measure rose for both Tinder and Hinge in May and June, the firm said.
Meanwhile, Bumble and Tinder's launches are starting to look the same. Both want to get you dating IRL. Both want to use AI to ease the experience (but not replace dating entirely).
One area where Bumble and Tinder most tightly compete: bad reviews. 72% of Bumble's new reviews are one star, the data analytics firm Appfigures found. That barely edges out Tinder, which Appfigures found had 71% new one-star reviews.
Whitney Wolfe Herd said that she recommitted herself to "making Bumble better for women" in February. Patrick T. Fallon / AFP via Getty Images Throwing spaghetti at the wallBumble's big promise to investors is that a shiny AI makeover is imminent. A new app, a new experience.
However, investors (and users) are waiting with bated breath. Last August, Wolfe Herd told The Wall Street Journal that Bumble had plans to begin testing an early version of an AI dating app by the fall. She told investors in November that Bumble was eyeing a mid-2026 launch.
Spoiler: It didn't happen.
In May, Bumble pushed back the launch to the end of the year. By August, that was further delayed into 2027 due to a "data migration delay."
Following August's earnings call, Raymond James analyst Andrew Marok wrote that Bumble's delays are "leaving us with real doubts about the credibility of the Tech Stack 2.0 timeline and, by extension, the entire AI-relaunch narrative underwriting a re-acceleration."
Still, Bumble has a Hail Mary: killing the swipe. Wolfe Herd hyped up the company's forthcoming swipe-killer in May, calling it "revolutionary for the category."
What is it? We don't know. Wolfe Herd said that she wasn't disclosing the big bet "for competitive purposes."
Correction: August 11, 2026 — An earlier version of this story swapped attribution for metrics provided by Apptopia and Appfigures.
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Bumble is overhauling one of its most recognisable features by allowing either person in a match to send the first message, marking a major change to the dating app's women-first approach as it seeks to revive user engagement amid slowing growth.
The company announced on Tuesday that it is removing the women-first messaging requirement that has defined the platform since its launch in 2014.
Bumble will also extend the time users have to respond to a match from 24 hours to 72 hours, giving members more flexibility and reducing the pressure to reply immediately.
Investors welcomed the announcement, with Bumble BMBL shares rising 5% on Tuesday.
Despite the gain, the stock remains down about 22% this year and has lost more than 55% of its value over the past 12 months.
Bumble built its reputation by requiring women to initiate conversations in heterosexual matches, positioning itself as an alternative to traditional dating apps where unsolicited messages were often a concern.
The latest changes represent a significant strategic shift as online dating companies face slowing user growth and increasing fatigue with swipe-based platforms.
Companies including Bumble and Match Group, the owner of Tinder, have increasingly introduced artificial intelligence-powered features and product updates in an effort to improve engagement and encourage users to remain active.
According to Bumble, pilot programmes in Canada delivered encouraging results.
The company said the new messaging format led to higher rates of chat initiation, fewer conversations expiring before they began and a larger number of mutual exchanges between matched users.
Founder and Chief Executive Whitney Wolfe Herd said the update reflects changing user expectations rather than a departure from Bumble's original purpose.
"While women making the first move was a radical idea, being women-first was never about prescribing just one way to connect. It was about designing an experience with women's needs in mind to create better outcomes for everyone," Herd said in a statement.
She added that users are seeking "more flexibility, less pressure, and more opportunities to create real, meaningful connections," describing the latest update as an evolution of the company's founding vision.
Bumble's survey found that 66% of women preferred men to send the first message, with many respondents saying it reduced the stress associated with online dating.
More than half of surveyed members also said the longer response window improved their experience.
Growth pressures remainThe product changes come shortly after Bumble projected third-quarter revenue below Wall Street expectations and reported a decline in paying users.
The company expects third-quarter revenue of between $205 million and $213 million, below analysts' average estimate of $215.1 million, according to LSEG data.
For the second quarter, revenue fell 15.2% from a year earlier to $210.5 million, broadly matching analyst expectations.
Total paying users declined 16.4% to 3.2 million, although average revenue per paying user increased 1.2% to $21.96.
Last week, Goldman Sachs analyst Eric Sheridan slashed the price target on the stock to $3.50 from $5, keeping a neutral rating on the shares.
The stock currently trades at levels of $2.88.
Bumble's challenges mirror those facing the wider online dating industry.
Match Group also issued third-quarter revenue guidance below Wall Street estimates on Tuesday, underscoring the broader slowdown across the sector as companies look for new ways to retain users and stimulate growth.
Bumble is officially giving up on the rule that made it, well, Bumble.
The dating app announced Tuesday that anyone in a match can now send the first message, ending the women-message-first requirement that has been one of the company’s defining features for more than a decade.
Bumble is also giving matches 72 hours to respond, up from 24, in an effort to take some of the pressure out of coming up with a response in a short time frame. The longer window gives people more flexibility to reply, rather than feeling like they need to check the app constantly or risk a match disappearing.
The change marks a pretty significant shift for Bumble, which built its brand around putting women in control of heterosexual dating conversations. When the app launched in 2014, Bumble was positioned as the more considerate alternative to Tinder, with women deciding whether a conversation would begin and, ideally, avoiding some of the unsolicited messages and general weirdness that had become synonymous with dating apps.
Bumble founder and CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd framed the new update as an evolution rather than a retreat from the company’s original mission.
“While women making the first move was a radical idea, being women-first was never about prescribing just one way to connect. It was about designing an experience with women’s needs in mind to create better outcomes for everyone,” Herd said in a statement.
And, apparently, plenty of women are ready for this change. According to Bumble’s survey data, 66% of women surveyed said they prefer men to send the first message, with many saying it would make dating feel less stressful. Additionally, more than half of members surveyed said the longer response window improved their experience.
“Today, our community is asking for more flexibility, less pressure, and more opportunities to create real, meaningful connections, and that is what this new experience provides. This evolution isn’t a departure from our founding vision, but the realization of it,” Herd added.
The change also isn’t coming completely out of nowhere. Bumble began loosening its original rules in 2024 with “Opening Moves,” a feature that allowed women to set a question on their profile that a man could answer.
The change also arrives as Bumble tries to turn around a business that has been struggling to regain its footing. The company’s second-quarter earnings report last week showed revenue dropping 15.2% year over year to $210.5 million, while the company expects its number of paying customers to decline in the third quarter.
Over the past several quarters, Bumble has tried to address a broader slowdown in online dating, as the industry wrestles with user fatigue, an increasingly crowded market, and the reality that swiping through hundreds of profiles isn’t necessarily anyone’s idea of a great time. The company recently revealed it’s exploring a swipe-free future, along with more in-person events and AI features to garner more traction, especially among Gen Z users.
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Aug 11 (Reuters) - Bumble (BMBL.O), opens new tab on Tuesday said it would now allow either person in a match to send the first message, dropping the women-first messaging rule that has been a defining feature of the dating app since its launch in 2014.
The move comes as dating-app companies grapple with user fatigue toward traditional swipe-based platforms and slowing growth, prompting some including Bumble and Tinder-owner Match Group (MTCH.O), opens new tab to roll out new features and AI-powered tools aimed at improving engagement.
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Thus far, only women could initiate conversations in heterosexual matches on Bumble, unlike most dating apps, including Tinder, where either user can send the first message.
Bumble said tests in Canada have shown higher chat initiation rates, fewer expired chats and more mutual conversations after the changes were introduced.
The company is also extending the reply window to 72 hours from 24 hours as it looks to increase conversations and reduce the number of matches that expire without interaction.
The changes are a response to demands from users for "more flexibility, less pressure, and more opportunities to create real, meaningful connections," founder and CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd said.
Earlier this month , Bumble forecast third-quarter revenue below Wall Street estimates and reported a 16.4% decline in paying users.
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Dimensional Fund Advisors LP decreased its holdings in shares of Bumble Inc. (NASDAQ:BMBL – Free Report) by 7.7% during the first quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 4,299,624 shares of the company’s stock after selling 356,292 shares during the quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP owned about 3.31% of Bumble worth $14,017,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Several other institutional investors have also recently made changes to their positions in BMBL. Principal Financial Group Inc. increased its position in shares of Bumble by 314.5% during the first quarter. Principal Financial Group Inc. now owns 609,226 shares of the company’s stock valued at $1,986,000 after buying an additional 462,251 shares during the period. Militia Capital Partners LP bought a new position in shares of Bumble in the fourth quarter valued at approximately $1,080,000. R Squared Ltd purchased a new position in Bumble during the first quarter valued at approximately $48,000. Corient Private Wealth LLC bought a new stake in Bumble during the 4th quarter worth approximately $468,000. Finally, Krilogy Financial LLC lifted its stake in Bumble by 78.0% in the 1st quarter. Krilogy Financial LLC now owns 22,088 shares of the company’s stock worth $72,000 after purchasing an additional 9,678 shares in the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 94.85% of the company’s stock.
Key Headlines Impacting Bumble Here are the key news stories impacting Bumble this week:
Positive Sentiment: Bumble’s second-quarter adjusted earnings reportedly exceeded Wall Street expectations, with earnings of $0.45 per share versus the $0.25 consensus estimate. Revenue was approximately $210.5 million, broadly matching forecasts. Bumble Inc. Surpasses Q2 Earnings and Revenue Estimates Positive Sentiment: The company is promoting its newer Plans app, which is designed to facilitate low-pressure, in-person group meetups. Early traction and a shift away from traditional swiping could help Bumble attract younger users and diversify engagement over time. Bumble teases a swipe-free future as it doubles down on IRL meetups Neutral Sentiment: Royal Bank of Canada lowered its price target from $5.00 to $4.00 while maintaining a “sector perform” rating. Wells Fargo also reduced its target to $4.00 and kept an “equal weight” rating, indicating analysts see upside but remain cautious. Benzinga analyst updates Negative Sentiment: Bumble forecast third-quarter revenue of $205 million to $213 million, reflecting continued growth concerns. Management expects marketing investment to support user acquisition, with an approximately 28% adjusted EBITDA margin midpoint. Bumble Q3 revenue outlook Negative Sentiment: Reuters reported that Bumble’s paying-user base declined, contributing to a downbeat quarterly revenue forecast. The company’s revenue also fell year over year, intensifying concerns about competition, user monetization and the effectiveness of its turnaround strategy. Bumble forecasts downbeat quarterly revenue as paying users drop Negative Sentiment: Susquehanna cut its target from $3.50 to $3.00 and Goldman Sachs reduced its target from $5.00 to $3.50; both firms rated the stock “neutral.” The broad wave of target reductions is likely weighing on investor sentiment. Benzinga analyst updates Insiders Place Their Bets In other Bumble news, major shareholder Bx Buzz Ml-1 Gp Llc sold 7,477,500 shares of Bumble stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, June 16th. The shares were sold at an average price of $3.78, for a total transaction of $28,264,950.00. Following the transaction, the insider directly owned 19,374 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $73,233.72. This trade represents a 99.74% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. Also, Director Ann Mather sold 22,013 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, June 9th. The stock was sold at an average price of $2.79, for a total transaction of $61,416.27. Following the completion of the sale, the director owned 117,853 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $328,809.87. The trade was a 15.74% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Insiders have sold 29,954,026 shares of company stock valued at $113,182,633 over the last 90 days. Company insiders own 15.35% of the company’s stock.
Analysts Set New Price Targets Several research analysts have commented on the stock. Wall Street Zen downgraded shares of Bumble from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday. Weiss Ratings restated a “sell (e+)” rating on shares of Bumble in a research report on Tuesday. The Goldman Sachs Group decreased their target price on Bumble from $5.00 to $3.50 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a research note on Thursday. Citigroup dropped their price target on Bumble from $3.90 to $3.60 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a research report on Tuesday, May 26th. Finally, UBS Group raised their target price on shares of Bumble from $4.00 to $4.50 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Wednesday, May 6th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Buy rating, fifteen have given a Hold rating and two have issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock presently has a consensus rating of “Reduce” and a consensus price target of $3.99.
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Bumble Trading Down 0.7% NASDAQ BMBL opened at $2.83 on Friday. The company has a quick ratio of 1.22, a current ratio of 1.22 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.58. The stock’s 50-day simple moving average is $2.97 and its two-hundred day simple moving average is $3.27. Bumble Inc. has a twelve month low of $2.54 and a twelve month high of $7.37. The company has a market capitalization of $367.39 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of -0.67, a PEG ratio of 0.09 and a beta of 1.87.
Bumble (NASDAQ:BMBL – Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, August 5th. The company reported ($0.84) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.25 by ($1.09). The firm had revenue of $210.53 million during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $210.46 million. Bumble had a positive return on equity of 33.68% and a negative net margin of 58.99%.Bumble’s revenue for the quarter was down 15.2% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted ($2.45) earnings per share. Research analysts forecast that Bumble Inc. will post 1.03 EPS for the current fiscal year.
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Bumble Inc operates a technology platform designed to facilitate social and professional connections through its suite of apps, most notably the flagship Bumble dating app. The company’s core premise is to empower users—particularly women—to make the first move, helping to reshape traditional dating dynamics. In addition to its dating function, Bumble offers mode-switching features that allow users to find friends through “Bumble BFF” or pursue professional networking opportunities via “Bumble Bizz.”
Beyond the Bumble app, the company also owns and operates Badoo, a social discovery platform with a substantial global footprint, particularly in Europe and Latin America.
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Tinder isn’t the only major dating app turning away from the swipe and towards real-world events to attract Gen Z users who’ve grown tired of traditional online dating. On Wednesday, Bumble touted the early success of its newest app, Plans, designed to connect people “IRL” in low-pressure, group settings, and spoke of what comes next for Bumble’s flagship app after the “swipe” is dead.
On its second-quarter earnings call with investors, Bumble CEO Whitney Wolfe Heard said the company’s newest app, Plans, showed “promising results” in early tests over the past few months, and the company would “lean more into real-life experiences” going forward.
Combined with Tinder’s news this week that it, too, is doubling down on in-person events, it’s clear there’s a major shift happening in online dating. Simply put, the swipe era is coming to an end.
“I am a firm believer that the future of meeting people in groups will become more important. People love to come together in groups and see who they naturally share chemistry with once they have met,” Wolfe Heard told analysts on the call. “…Group socializing is a real part of how Gen Z prefers to meet, and we believe Bumble represents a natural bridge from meeting to socializing to then dating.”
The company first experimented with real-world, platonic connections with Bumble BFF, an app for making friends, which has shown some traction with Gen Z women.
With Plans, however, the idea is to give young people a way to meet up with others in their community to develop friendships over small group drinks and dinners at local spots, the company said when announcing the app last month. These meetups could later lead to deeper friendships or romantic connections, Bumble believes. By not being primarily focused on dating, it can take the pressure off these first-time encounters.
In addition, users on Plans can continue their chats on Bumble’s app without having to swipe or give out their phone number. In other words, Bumble is promoting “no swiping” as a plus here, suggesting that this format for finding matches is no longer desired among younger users.
Wolfe Heard also teased that Bumble is working on a new interaction model to replace the swipe entirely.
“The core idea is a shift away from optimizing for swipe speed and velocity towards something more intentional, fewer, better, more considered signals,” she said, saying the shift to the “swipe-free” model would happen gradually so as not to disrupt the ecosystem.
“What will replace the swipe? I will be keeping under wraps a bit longer for competitive purposes, but it is designed to generate more immediate interactions and, most importantly, better outcomes, mimicking real life and eliminating the friction and delay that exists in [the] current dating app model,” she added.
The company also plans to leverage more AI tools under the hood to help deliver improved results, but cautioned this would not mean Bumble was becoming an “AI-driven experience.”
Though Bumble beat on earnings in Q2, it’s still in a turnaround phase. The company’s revenue was down 15.2% to $210.5 million year-over-year and its stock suffered over its Q3 forecast, which shows a decline in paying customers.
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Bumble's Valuation Hits an All-Time Low, Can Its Fortunes Change?Bumble NASDAQ: BMBL reported second-quarter results that were in line with its expectations, with revenue landing in the upper half of its guidance range and adjusted EBITDA exceeding the high end, as the dating-app company continued a technology and product transformation.
Founder and CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd said Bumble has made progress in improving the quality of its member base and is now focused on product innovation and renewed brand investment to return to growth. The company is nearing completion of a technology overhaul, though a complex data migration has delayed some planned product launches by a couple of months.
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Second-Quarter Financial Results Bumble Stumbles Back Below $20...Should Investors Make a Move?Total revenue for the second quarter was $211 million, down from $248 million a year earlier. Foreign exchange provided an approximately $3 million tailwind during the quarter, according to CFO Kevin Cook.
Bumble App revenue was $172 million, compared with $201 million a year earlier. Badoo App and other revenue was $39 million, down from $47 million. Adjusted EBITDA totaled $73 million, compared with $95 million a year ago. Adjusted EBITDA margin was 35%, compared with 38% in the prior-year period. Cook said Bumble’s gross margin expanded by roughly 380 basis points year over year, with cost of revenue falling to 26% of revenue from 29%. The improvement was driven by continued adoption of alternative billing methods and lower aggregator fees.
3 Stocks That Went Public In 2021 May Be In Buy Range SoonOn a GAAP basis, Bumble recorded a net loss of $128 million, including a $169 million non-cash impairment charge. Cook said the charge did not affect operations, cash flow or liquidity, and that the company would have generated positive net income excluding the charge.
The company generated $54 million in operating cash flow and $51 million in free cash flow during the quarter. It ended the period with $154 million in cash and cash equivalents.
Technology Migration Delays Product Roadmap Wolfe Herd said Bumble is transferring core functions to a new technology platform and moving critical data from its own data centers to cloud infrastructure. The volume and complexity of the data have made the migration more time-consuming than expected, delaying the company’s new interaction model and portions of its product roadmap.
“We would rather get this perfectly right than beat some deadline,” Wolfe Herd said during the question-and-answer session.
The company now expects to begin rolling out elements of its reimagined interaction model in early 2027, rather than in 2026. Wolfe Herd said the approach will move away from optimizing for “swipe speed and velocity” toward “fewer, better, more considered signals.” She did not disclose what would replace swiping, citing competitive considerations.
Once the migration is complete, Bumble expects to move faster in launching member-facing features and enhancing its recommendation engine. Wolfe Herd said the new system should allow the company to make algorithmic adjustments more quickly to surface more relevant matches.
Chat, Matching and Group Initiatives While the platform migration continues, Bumble has been testing changes intended to address member pain points. In 12 markets, the company has changed chat initiation so that either person can send one opening message, but a conversation will not progress until the recipient responds. Bumble is also extending its 24-hour match response window.
Wolfe Herd said initial tests showed significant increases in chat initiation and mutual chat rates. Bumble plans to roll out both updates globally by the end of the month.
The company is also testing algorithmic changes to how recommendations are sorted and surfaced. According to Wolfe Herd, the tests have produced gains in members getting matches and initiating chats, contributing to higher average mutual chats.
Bumble is placing greater emphasis on real-life and group-based ways to meet. The company said its BFF group initiative has seen strong growth in active groups and in the average number of active members per group. Wolfe Herd said the offering has resonated particularly well with Gen Z women.
In addition, Bumble is testing Plans, a standalone app for curated in-person social events that allows attendees to match after an event. Wolfe Herd described early results from summer tests marketed to younger prospective members as promising.
Free Experience and Marketing Investment Bumble is testing a more expansive free experience, including limited free access to the Liked You feature, which has generally been restricted to paying members. The company said early testing has shown increased yes votes, matches and mutual chats.
Wolfe Herd said the company plans to simplify subscription tiers, provide a clearer path from free to paid offerings and explore a higher-priced tier centered on mutual serious intent. “Monetize value and outcomes, not friction,” she said.
After reducing marketing spending during its product transformation, Bumble plans to increase brand marketing in the second half of 2026. The company intends to focus on community, creators and hyperlocal initiatives aimed at younger consumers, with a larger brand push expected in 2027.
Cook said selling and marketing expense was $28 million, or 14% of revenue, compared with $30 million, or 12% of revenue, in the prior-year quarter. Product development expense increased to $31 million from $24 million as Bumble invested in platform modernization.
Wolfe Herd said most of the anticipated decline in margins will be directed toward strategic marketing investments rather than broad spending. She said Bumble will seek to maintain disciplined margins while investing to grow.
Third-Quarter Outlook For the third quarter, Bumble forecast total revenue of $205 million to $213 million, including Bumble App revenue of $167 million to $173 million. The company expects adjusted EBITDA of $56 million to $60 million, representing an approximately 28% margin at the midpoint.
Cook said adjusted EBITDA margins are expected to normalize through the remainder of 2026 as Bumble increases investment in technology, talent, product innovation and marketing. The company expects the benefits of those investments to take time to appear in financial results but believes they will support durable engagement and monetization.
About Bumble (NASDAQ:BMBL)Bumble Inc operates a technology platform designed to facilitate social and professional connections through its suite of apps, most notably the flagship Bumble dating app. The company's core premise is to empower users—particularly women—to make the first move, helping to reshape traditional dating dynamics. In addition to its dating function, Bumble offers mode-switching features that allow users to find friends through “Bumble BFF” or pursue professional networking opportunities via “Bumble Bizz.”
Beyond the Bumble app, the company also owns and operates Badoo, a social discovery platform with a substantial global footprint, particularly in Europe and Latin America.
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Bumble Inc. (BMBL - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.45 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.25 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.64 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.
This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +80.00%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this company would post earnings of $0.25 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.34, delivering a surprise of +36%.
Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates three times.
Bumble, which belongs to the Zacks Internet - Software industry, posted revenues of $210.53 million for the quarter ended June 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.12%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $248.23 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates four times over the last four quarters.
The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call.
Bumble shares have lost about 10.4% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 13%.
What's Next for Bumble?While Bumble has underperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock?
There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately.
Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions.
Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Bumble was mixed. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $0.23 on $210.91 million in revenues for the coming quarter and $1.03 on $834.42 million in revenues for the current fiscal year.
Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Internet - Software is currently in the top 44% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.
Another stock from the same industry, eGain (EGAN - Free Report) , has yet to report results for the quarter ended June 2026.
This maker of customer engagement software is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.04 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -55.6%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.
eGain's revenues are expected to be $21.65 million, down 6.8% from the year-ago quarter.
Bumble Inc. (BMBL - Free Report) reported $210.53 million in revenue for the quarter ended June 2026, representing a year-over-year decline of 15.2%. EPS of $0.45 for the same period compares to $0.64 a year ago.
The reported revenue represents a surprise of +0.12% over the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $210.28 million. With the consensus EPS estimate being $0.25, the EPS surprise was +80%.
While investors scrutinize revenue and earnings changes year-over-year and how they compare with Wall Street expectations to determine their next move, some key metrics always offer a more accurate picture of a company's financial health.
Since these metrics play a crucial role in driving the top- and bottom-line numbers, comparing them with the year-ago numbers and what analysts estimated about them helps investors better project a stock's price performance.
Here is how Bumble performed in the just reported quarter in terms of the metrics most widely monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts:
Bumble App Paying Users: 2.08 million versus the two-analyst average estimate of 2.05 million.Total Average Revenue per Paying User: $21.96 compared to the $22.28 average estimate based on two analysts.Badoo App and Other Paying Users: 1.08 million versus 1.07 million estimated by two analysts on average.View all Key Company Metrics for Bumble here>>>
Shares of Bumble have returned +2.6% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +3.5% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), indicating that it could perform in line with the broader market in the near term.
AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bumble Inc. (NASDAQ: BMBL) today reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026. “We are executing against a clear roadmap of exciting new ways for our members to experience Bumble,” said Whitney Wolfe Herd, Founder & CEO of Bumble Inc. “This next chapter is designed to enable our healthier, more engaged member base to connect more intuitively and move more confidently and quickly to in-person dates. There is more happening at Bumble to.
