comScore Inc (SCOR)
NASDAQInformation TechnologySoftware - ApplicationSnapshot 2026-09-04
$5.17+5.08%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
NASDAQInformation TechnologySoftware - ApplicationSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · SCOR
What must go right, what could break, what the price assumes, and what evidence comes next.
The current health of the standing investment case.
Recent financial performance sits below its industry cohort — worth keeping an eye on, though it has not freshly broken.
One-year growth currently built into the price, compared with our model's estimate.
| Measure | Marker shape | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Growth built into the price | circle | -69.4% |
| Our one-year growth estimate | diamond | -12.5% |
For each item: what to watch, what would become a concern, and what would make it less concerning.
A reporting-risk estimate, not a forecast of the stock-price response.
Historical relationships that met the evidence threshold. They do not prove cause or forecast a move.
No outside relationship met the current evidence threshold.
Based on historical daily prices through 2026-09-04.
Past price behavior in dollars on a $10,000 position. This does not measure permanent business risk.
How much price usually moves either way.
A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days.
Use the underlying financial and sector pages to investigate the cause.
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Growth built into the price is above our model estimate.
The price assumes 56.8 percentage points less one-year growth.
The one-year revenue growth assumption on Valuation.
Elevated risk of a next-quarter earnings miss: this name has erratic recent earnings surprises and has been missing across recent quarters. A fundamental tilt, not a price call.
Model as of 2026-09-04 · Compared with 119 industry peers · Company calendar date is not available
SCOR — earnings miss
Dated 2026-08-12
Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On August 12, 2026, comScore, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the period ended June 30, 2026. A copy of the press release announcing the foregoing is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and is incorporated herein by reference. The information in this Item 2.02, including Exhibit 99.1 attached hereto, is being furnished and shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (…
Why it matters: This would show a positive change in Comscore's growth after recent drops.
Supportive ifQ2 revenue growth exceeds 5% year over year, indicating a recovery in growth.
Worry ifQ2 revenue growth is less than or equal to 0%, showing continued decline.
Why it matters: The new CEO may change company direction. Investor sentiment will be key.
Watch forThe market reacted positively. The stock price went up after the CEO announcement.
Also watch forThe market reacted negatively. The stock price went down after the CEO announcement.
Why it matters: Better operating income means the company is managing costs well. This is very important.
Supportive ifOperating income for Q2 is positive or improves from -$4.5 million in Q1 2026.
Worry ifOperating income is still negative. It worsened from -$4.5 million in Q1 2026.
Why it matters: Insights into actions could clarify Comscore's growth path.
Watch forManagement shares specific plans that aim to boost growth.
Also watch forNo new plans are shared, showing a lack of direction.
Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year.
| Measure | Value | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Typical day | ±$235 on $10,000 · ±2.3% | How much price usually moves either way. |
| Bad day | $770 loss on $10,000 · 7.7% | A larger daily loss that occurred about once in every 20 trading days. |
| Largest peak-to-trough drop in the past year | $4,034 loss on $10,000 · 40.3% | Deepest peak-to-trough drop in the last year. |
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement; 1.20 means about 20% more.
Past year. 1.00 means similar movement to the sector. This is secondary context.
Latest 30 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
Latest 252 trading days, shown as an annual percentage.
20-trading-day average in US dollars.
Trading days used by the source risk snapshot.
Past results, not a forecast. Not investment advice.
Why it matters: Stabilizing revenue is crucial for Comscore's transformation and future growth. It shows if the ROI strategy is effective.
Supportive ifQ3 revenue growth is steady or better than Q2's $79.2 million.
Worry ifQ3 revenue declines further from Q2's $79.2 million.
Why it matters: Cash flow is important for Comscore's financial health. A drop means cash management problems.
Worry ifCash from operations reported below $10 million in Q2 2026.
Less concerning ifCash from operations is above $10 million. This shows good cash management.
Why it matters: A big drop in revenue shows Comscore faces challenges in changing its business.
Worry ifQ3 revenue drops more than 10% compared to Q3 2025.
Less concerning ifQ3 revenue decline is less than 10% YoY or shows stabilization.
Why it matters: New products are key for Comscore's growth. They show how well the company is doing.
Supportive ifNew product launches or updates will be announced in the next quarter.
Worry ifNo new products or enhancements announced in the next quarter.
Why it matters: A better EBITDA margin means the company is doing well. It shows financial strength.
Supportive ifAdjusted EBITDA margin improves from 1.7% in Q2 2026 to at least 3% by Q4 2026.
Worry ifThe adjusted EBITDA margin stays below 1.7% until Q4 2026.
Why it matters: Revenue growth is key for Comscore's turnaround. A drop signals ongoing struggles.
Worry ifIn Q2 2026, revenue was below $85.3 million. This shows negative growth from last year.
Less concerning ifQ2 2026 revenue exceeds $85.3 million, showing positive growth year over year.
Why it matters: Steady cash flow would show management's focus on cash generation.
Supportive ifCash from operations is over $10 million, showing strong cash flow.
Worry ifCash from operations is under $5 million. This may indicate cash flow issues.
Why it matters: Revenue growth in cross-platform solutions is important. It helps Comscore's long-term success.
Supportive ifCross-platform revenue grows by at least 5% in Q3 compared to Q2.
Worry ifCross-platform revenue keeps falling. This shows problems with product adoption.
Why it matters: The ROI Strategy is important for changing Comscore's business. It can help revenue and margins.
Supportive ifManagement says they saved $20 to $25 million each year from the ROI Strategy.
Worry ifCost savings are below $20 million. This shows the ROI Strategy is not working well.