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Grindr Inc.

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$10.90

-14%
TechnologySoftware - Application

Grindr Inc. operates social network platform for the LGBTQ community. Its platform enables gay, bi, trans, and queer people to engage with each other, share content and experiences, and express themselves. It offers a free, ad-supported service and a premium subscription version. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in West Hollywood, California.

At a Glance

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Market Cap$1.94B
EPS0.5000
P/E Ratio21.80
Earnings Date08/06/2026

Intrinsic Alpha Methodology

Thesis Lenses

Signal ยท Driver ยท Risk

Signal

High confidence

Valuation multiple is mid-range (P/E 21.8).

Valuation inputs: P/E 21.8, earnings yield +4.6%, momentum -13.6%.

If multiples stay elevated while momentum fades, downside repricing risk rises.

Driver

High confidence

Return profile is acceptable (ROE +2.0%, ROIC +21.6%).

Profitability stack: net margin +21.5%, ROE +2.0%, ROIC +21.6%.

Quality deterioration often appears in margins before it shows up in headline EPS.

Risk

High confidence

Downside profile is elevated and scenario stress-testing is essential.

Risk factors: liabilities/assets +91.1%, momentum -13.6%, net margin +21.5%.

Higher leverage with weak momentum and thin margins can amplify drawdown severity.

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Grindr Inc. Market vs Earnings Trajectory

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Grindr Inc. Fair Value Envelope

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Our analysis suggests that GRND has a fair value of HIDDEN per share in the Base Case projection. With shares currently trading at $10.9, this represents a potential HIDDEN relative to our calculated worth for Grindr Inc..

Intrinsic Value
Current Price: $10.9
3Y+9159.0%
5Y-183.0%
10Y+892.0%
3Y+126.0%
5Y+321.0%
10Y+305.0%
3Y+11021.0%
5Y-825.0%
10Y+1130.0%
3Y+179.0%
5Y+443.0%
10Y+273.0%
3Y+212.0%
5Y+450.0%
10Y+296.0%
3Y+21.0%
5Y+5.0%
10Y+5.0%
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Grindr Inc. Profit Bridge

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Revenue439.90M
Cost of Goods Sold (121.42M)
Gross Profit318.48M
Operating Expenses (192.19M)
Operating Income126.29M
Interest Expense (17.64M)
Other Income/Expense-7.67M
Pretax Income118.61M
Income Tax (23.86M)
Net Income94.75M
Net Income
94.75M

Profitability Analysis

Gross Margin

72.4%

Exceptional pricing power and cost management. The company retains over half of revenue after direct costs.

Operating Margin

28.7%

Outstanding operational efficiency. The company generates substantial profit from core operations.

Net Profit Margin

21.5%

Exceptional profitability. The company converts a significant portion of revenue to bottom-line earnings.

Effective Tax Rate

20.1%

Moderate tax rate typical for most corporations. Represents standard tax burden on profits.

Profitability Insight

Exceptional profitability across all levels: Strong pricing power, efficient operations, and healthy bottom line indicate a high-quality business with sustainable competitive advantages.

72.40%
Gross Profit Margin
-3%
3Y-2.0%
5Y+4.0%
10Y-3.0%
28.71%
Operating Profit Margin
7%
3Y+330.0%
5Y-3406.0%
10Y+209.0%
21.54%
Net Profit Margin
-157%
3Y+4830.0%
5Y-272.0%
10Y+204.0%
201.57%
Return on Equity
102%
3Y+859.0%
5Y-4051.0%
10Y-
17.84%
Return on Assets
-165%
3Y+9088.0%
5Y-787.0%
10Y-
21.64%
Return on Invested Capital
3Y-105.0%
5Y-11521.0%
10Y-
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Grindr Inc. Cash Conversion Engine

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Net Income94.75M
Depreciation & Amortization8.86M
Stock-Based Compensation0.00
Change in Working Capital-13.22M
Others48.49M
Capital Expenditures-746.00K
Free Cash Flow140.77M

Cash Flow Quality Analysis

FCF Conversion Rate

148.6%

Excellent cash generation. The company converts earnings to cash at or above 100%, indicating high-quality earnings.

CapEx Intensity

0.5%

Asset-light business model. Low capital requirements leave more cash available for shareholders and growth investments.

FCF Growth Trend

+49.7%

Strong FCF growth demonstrates improving cash generation and business momentum. Positive signal for sustainability.

Working Capital Impact

-$13.22M

Minimal working capital impact on FCF. Changes in operating assets and liabilities well-managed.

Cash Flow Quality Insight

Exceptional cash generation: High-quality earnings converting to growing free cash flow. The company demonstrates strong pricing power, efficient operations, and disciplined capital allocation.

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Grindr Inc. Funding & Solvency Profile

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Cash & Cash Equivalents23.81M
Net Receivables70.17M
Inventory0.00
Other Current Assets10.52M
Total Current Assets105 M
Property, Plant & Equipment4.88M
Goodwill & Intangible Assets341.55M
Long-Term Investments0.00
Other Non-Current Assets19.99M
Total Non-Current Assets25 M
Total Assets
470.92M

Financial Health Analysis

Current Ratio

1.32x

Acceptable liquidity, but monitor closely. Current assets just barely cover current liabilities.

Debt-to-Equity Ratio

560.29x

High financial leverage. Heavy reliance on debt may indicate increased financial risk and potential solvency concerns.

Working Capital

25 M

Positive working capital, but relatively tight. The company should monitor cash flow carefully.

Asset Composition

22% Current

Capital-intensive business with significant long-term investments in property, equipment, or intangibles.

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Grindr Inc. Street Expectations Map

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Wall Street analysts project that GRND stock may rise significantly over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 16.00, with estimates ranging from a low of 14.00 to a high of 18.00.

Lowest Target
14.00
28.44%
Consensus Target
16.00
46.79%
Highest Target
18.00
65.14%

The consensus 1-year price target stands at 16.00, with estimates ranging from a low of 14.00 to a high of 18.00.

Analyst Consensus Analysis

Upside Potential

+46.8%

Substantial upside potential. Analysts see significant value gap, suggesting the stock may be materially undervalued at current levels.

Analyst Agreement

25.0% spread

Good consensus alignment. Moderate target spread reflects general agreement on value drivers with some variance in assumptions.

Analyst Conviction

Very High

Strong buy conviction: High upside with tight consensus suggests compelling investment opportunity backed by analyst confidence.

Market Sentiment Insight

Rare opportunity: Exceptional upside potential with strong analyst consensus creates a compelling setup. The combination of significant price target premium and tight agreement suggests high-conviction undervaluation that may attract institutional capital.

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Grindr Inc. Insider Positioning

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During the last 12 months, insiders have purchased $22.44M and sold $108.46M worth of GRND shares, resulting in $86.02M of net selling activity.

3 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

16.2K

235.85K

Net Activity

-236K

-$236K

3-6 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

4.0M

44.96M

Net Activity

-45.0M

-$44.96M

6-9 Months

Bought

1.7M

22.44M

Sold

4.2M

56.86M

Net Activity

-34.4M

-$34.43M

9-12 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

287.7K

6.40M

Net Activity

-6.4M

-$6.40M

Top Buyers

1
ZGRI

Zage George Raymond Iii

Director, 10 Percent Owner:

1.7M sharesโ€ข8 transactions

$22.44M

Top Sellers

1
LJFB

Lu James Fu Bin

10 Percent Owner

8.1M sharesโ€ข30 transactions

$100.41M

2
BAJ

Balance Austin J

Officer: Chief Product Officer

166.7K sharesโ€ข3 transactions

$3.58M

3
MV

Mehta-Krantz Vandana

Officer: Chief Financial Officer

108.1K sharesโ€ข3 transactions

$2.31M

4
KZ

Katz Zachary

Officer: Gc And Head Of Global Affairs

115.1K sharesโ€ข8 transactions

$1.92M

5
RN

Richardson Nathan

Director

16.0K sharesโ€ข13 transactions

$230K

Insider Activity Analysis

Net Insider Sentiment

Bearish

Strong bearish signal with $86.02M net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.

Buy/Sell Ratio

0.21:1

Weak buy/sell ratio. Selling significantly exceeds buyingโ€”monitor for potential fundamental concerns.

Recent Trend (3 Months)

$236K

Heavy recent selling activity. Recent insider sales notably exceed purchasesโ€”may warrant investigation into company developments.

Insider Participation

High Selling

5 insider sellers vs. 1 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.

Insider Activity Insight

Multiple red flags: Heavy selling, numerous sellers, and continued recent selling create a concerning pattern. Investigate fundamental drivers and consider whether company guidance or industry conditions have deteriorated.

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