Jupiter Topco LLC purchased a new position in shares of Match Group Inc. (NASDAQ:MTCH – Free Report) in the second quarter, according to its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm purchased 95,263 shares of the technology company’s stock, valued at approximately $3,624,000.
Other hedge funds have also recently made changes to their positions in the company. Woodline Partners LP bought a new stake in shares of Match Group during the 1st quarter valued at about $662,000. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. increased its holdings in Match Group by 20.4% in the second quarter. Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Co. now owns 5,260 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $162,000 after purchasing an additional 891 shares in the last quarter. First Trust Advisors LP lifted its stake in Match Group by 45.9% in the second quarter. First Trust Advisors LP now owns 649,721 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $20,070,000 after buying an additional 204,472 shares during the period. Amundi boosted its holdings in shares of Match Group by 1,477.6% during the 2nd quarter. Amundi now owns 358,709 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $11,637,000 after buying an additional 335,971 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Cresset Asset Management LLC bought a new position in shares of Match Group during the 2nd quarter worth approximately $298,000. 94.05% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.
Insider Activity
In other Match Group news, Director Glenn Schiffman bought 3,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, August 11th. The stock was bought at an average cost of $36.63 per share, with a total value of $109,890.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the director directly owned 56,370 shares in the company, valued at approximately $2,064,833.10. The trade was a 5.62% increase in their position. The purchase was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which can be accessed through this link. Also, CAO Philip D. Eigenmann sold 15,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Friday, August 28th. The stock was sold at an average price of $41.70, for a total transaction of $625,500.00. Following the completion of the sale, the chief accounting officer owned 19,389 shares in the company, valued at $808,521.30. This represents a 43.62% decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. Corporate insiders own 0.71% of the company’s stock.
Match Group Stock Up 3.1%
Match Group (NASDAQ:MTCH – Get Free Report) last issued its earnings results on Tuesday, August 4th. The technology company reported $0.70 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.65 by $0.05. The company had revenue of $853.11 million for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $857.77 million. Match Group had a negative return on equity of 324.82% and a net margin of 20.17%.Match Group’s quarterly revenue was down 1.2% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period last year, the business earned $0.49 EPS. On average, equities research analysts anticipate that Match Group Inc. will post 3.31 earnings per share for the current year.
Match Group Announces Dividend
The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, October 20th. Stockholders of record on Monday, October 5th will be issued a dividend of $0.20 per share. This represents a $0.80 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 1.9%. The ex-dividend date is Monday, October 5th. Match Group’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 28.27%.
More Match Group News
Here are the key news stories impacting Match Group this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Match Group’s Q2 2026 figures showed a modest revenue dip but solid earnings, a combination that appears to have reassured investors about the company’s profitability and ability to navigate slower top-line growth. Match Group stock gains as Q2 2026 figures show modest revenue dip but solid earnings
- Positive Sentiment: Zacks identified Match Group as one of three value stocks to consider amid rising market volatility. The company’s relatively low valuation and growth-adjusted price-to-earnings ratio may be attracting value-oriented investors, particularly as markets become more selective. 3 Value Stocks to Buy as September Market Volatility Picks Up
Analyst Ratings Changes
Several research firms have recently weighed in on MTCH. Weiss Ratings upgraded shares of Match Group from a “hold (c)” rating to a “hold (c+)” rating in a research note on Wednesday, July 15th. Wall Street Zen cut shares of Match Group from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday, August 8th. UBS Group lifted their price target on shares of Match Group from $34.00 to $38.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Wednesday, May 6th. Susquehanna reiterated a “positive” rating on shares of Match Group in a report on Wednesday, August 5th. Finally, Truist Financial increased their price objective on shares of Match Group from $37.00 to $41.00 and gave the stock a “hold” rating in a research report on Wednesday, August 5th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, six have issued a Buy rating and nine have assigned a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $42.46.
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About Match Group
Match Group, Inc (NASDAQ: MTCH) is a leading provider of online dating products and services. The company owns and operates a diverse portfolio of consumer brands that connect singles through digital platforms. Its flagship offerings include Match.com, Tinder, Hinge, OkCupid and PlentyOfFish, which together serve users looking for long-term relationships, casual encounters and social networking opportunities.
Originating with the launch of Match.com in 1995, Match Group has grown through a combination of organic development and strategic acquisitions.
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