Chicago Partners Investment Group LLC grew its position in shares of Match Group Inc. (NASDAQ:MTCH – Free Report) by 131.5% in the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 45,280 shares of the technology company’s stock after buying an additional 25,722 shares during the quarter. Chicago Partners Investment Group LLC’s holdings in Match Group were worth $1,391,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Other large investors have also made changes to their positions in the company. True Wealth Design LLC raised its holdings in shares of Match Group by 12.8% during the 4th quarter. True Wealth Design LLC now owns 2,813 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $91,000 after purchasing an additional 320 shares in the last quarter. Smartleaf Asset Management LLC lifted its stake in shares of Match Group by 8.2% in the 2nd quarter. Smartleaf Asset Management LLC now owns 4,307 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $133,000 after purchasing an additional 326 shares during the last quarter. Parkside Financial Bank & Trust boosted its holdings in Match Group by 53.0% in the fourth quarter. Parkside Financial Bank & Trust now owns 1,028 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $33,000 after purchasing an additional 356 shares in the last quarter. Mather Group LLC. boosted its holdings in Match Group by 6.0% in the fourth quarter. Mather Group LLC. now owns 6,477 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $209,000 after purchasing an additional 364 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Aster Capital Management DIFC Ltd lifted its position in shares of Match Group by 9.1% in the fourth quarter. Aster Capital Management DIFC Ltd now owns 5,034 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $163,000 after buying an additional 421 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors own 94.05% of the company’s stock.
Trending Headlines about Match Group
Here are the key news stories impacting Match Group this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Match Group announced it will report second-quarter 2026 results on Aug. 4, giving investors a near-term catalyst and more clarity on the company’s latest operating trends. Match Group to Announce Second Quarter 2026 Results
- Positive Sentiment: Some market commentary says MTCH may still trade at a discount to fair value, which can support upside expectations if management shows progress on monetization and engagement. Match Group Could Be 11% Above Fair Value As User Trends Stay Soft
- Positive Sentiment: Technical coverage noted the stock in or near a buy zone, which may have helped trading sentiment and momentum. Dow Jones leader Apple hits latest buy point; Datadog, Lincoln, Match in or near buy zones
- Neutral Sentiment: Several pieces repeated the same concern that user trends and engagement remain soft, which is a reminder that the turnaround story still needs confirmation from the next earnings report. Match Group Faces Fresh Growth Questions As User Engagement Stays Weak
Match Group Price Performance
Match Group (NASDAQ:MTCH – Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, May 5th. The technology company reported $0.68 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.61 by $0.07. The company had revenue of $863.93 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $854.70 million. Match Group had a net margin of 18.83% and a negative return on equity of 307.45%. The business’s quarterly revenue was up 3.9% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the business posted $0.44 EPS. As a group, equities research analysts anticipate that Match Group Inc. will post 3.11 EPS for the current year.
Match Group Announces Dividend
The business also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, July 21st. Investors of record on Tuesday, July 7th will be paid a $0.20 dividend. This represents a $0.80 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 2.0%. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, July 7th. Match Group’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 30.53%.
Insider Buying and Selling at Match Group
In related news, Director Melissa Anne Brenner sold 5,141 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Friday, May 8th. The shares were sold at an average price of $35.94, for a total value of $184,767.54. Following the completion of the sale, the director owned 16,218 shares in the company, valued at approximately $582,874.92. This trade represents a 24.07% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Insiders own 0.71% of the company’s stock.
Analyst Ratings Changes
MTCH has been the topic of several analyst reports. Royal Bank Of Canada increased their price target on Match Group from $37.00 to $42.00 and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a report on Wednesday, May 6th. Morgan Stanley boosted their price objective on shares of Match Group from $35.00 to $38.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a research note on Wednesday, May 6th. Truist Financial set a $37.00 price objective on shares of Match Group in a report on Wednesday, May 6th. UBS Group raised their target price 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. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company lifted their target price on shares of Match Group from $38.00 to $41.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a report on Tuesday, July 7th. Six research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and nine have given a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, Match Group presently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $41.29.
Check Out Our Latest Analysis on Match Group
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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