Mergers, Acquisitions, and Business Moves by CampaignerCRM
Ziff Davis (ZD) Gained from Business Divestiture
Ziff Davis gained from a business divestiture, as highlighted in Kingdom Capital Advisors' Q1 2026 investor letter. The divestiture contributed to gains in shorter-duration positions, reflecting stra...tegic investment in less-followed market areas.
Ziff Davis Announces Definitive Agreement to Sell Connectivity Division to Accenture
Ziff Davis has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Connectivity division to Accenture for $1.2 billion in cash. This transaction, expected to close in the coming months, aims to unlock si...gnificant shareholder value and transition the Connectivity division to a world-class owner. The division includes brands like Ookla and Speedtest, which are recognized for network intelligence and optimization.
Ziff Davis Completes Two Acquisitions in Q3 2025
Ziff Davis completed two acquisitions in Q3 2025, acquiring Semantic Labs in cybersecurity and martech, and Etrality in connectivity. These acquisitions aim to expand Ziff Davis' global customer base... and product offerings. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Funding News and Financial Performance of CampaignerCRM
Ziff Davis to Announce First Quarter 2026 Earnings
Ziff Davis will release its First Quarter 2026 earnings on May 7, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET. A live earnings call will follow on May 8, 2026, at 8:30 AM ET, hosted by CEO Vivek Shah and CFO Bret Richter. T...he company will classify its Connectivity division's financial results as discontinued operations following its sale to Accenture.
Ziff Davis Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results
Ziff Davis reported its financial results for Q4 and full year 2025. The company saw a slight increase in annual revenues to $1.45 billion, up 3.5% from 2024. However, net income decreased to $47.4 m...illion due to losses from business sales and equity investments. Despite these challenges, Ziff Davis increased its free cash flow by 1.5% to $287.9 million and engaged in significant share repurchases, reflecting confidence in its business value.
Ziff Davis to Announce Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2025 Earnings
Ziff Davis will release its Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2025 earnings on February 23, 2026, followed by an earnings call on February 24, 2026, hosted by CEO Vivek Shah and CFO Bret Richter.