| Metric | Value ($ M) | Q1 FY25 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 226.57 | 1.1% |
| Total Income | 226.57 | 1.1% |
| Expenditure | 195.02 | 0.9% |
| PBT | -1.84 | 95.2% |
| Net Profit | -4.06 | 96.0% |
| OPM | 13.93% | 1.72pp |
| NPM | -1.79% | 43.98pp |
| EPS | -0.01 | 96.0% |
Getty Images Reports Q1 2026 Results: Revenue $226.6 million, up 1.1% Y-o-Y
12 May 2026 · 12 May, 1:49 am
Summary
Getty Images Holdings, Inc. reported its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. Revenue increased by 1.1% year over year to $226.6 million. The net loss improved significantly to $4.4 million compared to $102.6 million in the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA decreased by 12.2% year over year to $61.6 million. The company reaffirmed its full-year 2026 revenue and adjusted EBITDA guidance.
Key Highlights
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Getty Images reported a revenue of $226.6 million, an increase of 1.1% year over year for Q1 2026.
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Annual subscription revenue grew to 57.4% of total revenue in Q1 2026, up from 57.2% in Q1 2025.
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The company's net loss improved to $4.4 million in Q1 2026, compared to a net loss of $102.6 million in Q1 2025.
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Adjusted EBITDA was $61.6 million, a decrease of 12.2% year over year for the first quarter.
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Net cash provided by operating activities was $40.0 million in Q1 2026, compared to $15.4 million in the prior year period.
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Free cash flow was $24.0 million in Q1 2026, compared to $(0.3) million in the prior year period.
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The company maintains its full-year 2026 revenue and adjusted EBITDA guidance.
Management Comments
Craig Peters
"The first quarter reflected the dynamic market environment we are operating in,” said Craig Peters, Chief Executive Officer of Getty Images. “While certain areas remain challenged, most notably Agency and microstock, the vast majority of our business continues to see growth and opportunity, supported by strong customer renewals, high‑quality content and coverage, and the value we provide to our customers. I remain excited about what lies ahead as our unique foundational pillars — our content and coverage, the expertise of our teams, the commitment of our customers, and the strength of our brands — position us to grow with existing customers and reach new markets."
Jenn Leyden
"Even with navigating some headwinds in Q1, we continue to expect our financial results to be within our previously stated full year guidance—as we focus on driving to our core strengths, optimizing returns and maintaining financial flexibility,"
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