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Upwork says Q2 2026 adjusted EBITDA beats guidance on disciplined cost management

PUBT·08/12/2026 15:16:06
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Upwork says Q2 2026 adjusted EBITDA beats guidance on disciplined cost management
  • Upwork posted Q2 2026 revenue of USD 191.7 million, supported by higher take-rate from Ads & Monetization levers and disciplined cost control.
  • Adjusted EBITDA reached USD 64.1 million, beating guidance on restructuring-driven expense reductions; non-GAAP gross margin held at 77%.
  • GSV fell to USD 966 million as AI automation reduced lower-value work demand; active clients slipped to 763,000 despite record spend metrics.
  • Management flagged weaker Google search-driven acquisition, shifted mix toward paid search; cost per new contract start improved 22% QoQ.
  • Full-year revenue outlook cut to USD 730-750 million on faster AI automation and SEO pressure; adjusted EBITDA seen at USD 225-235 million.


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