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Direct Digital Holdings

0.4423 USD
-0.0060
1.34%
At close Aug 25, 4:00 PM EDT
Pre-market
0.4423
+0.0000
0.00%
1 day
-1.34%
5 days
13.06%
1 month
-20.51%
3 months
-10.30%
6 months
-54.40%
Year to date
-72.18%
1 year
-86.13%
5 years
-85.26%
10 years
-85.26%
 

About: Direct Digital Holdings Inc is an end-to-end, full-service programmatic advertising platform focused on providing advertising technology, data-driven campaign optimization, and other solutions to underserved and less efficient markets on both the buy-side and sell-side of the digital advertising ecosystem. The company operates two reportable segments: sell-side advertising, which includes the results of Colossus Media, and buy-side advertising, which includes the results of Orange 142 and Huddled Masses. All of the company's revenues are attributed to the United States.

Employees: 79

0
Funds holding %
of 7,429 funds
Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2025 Q2 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

30% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $190K [Q1] → $248K (+$57.5K) [Q2]

0.79% more ownership

Funds ownership: 4.62% [Q1] → 5.41% (+0.79%) [Q2]

13% less funds holding

Funds holding: 15 [Q1] → 13 (-2) [Q2]

25% less repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 3 | Existing positions reduced: 4

40% less first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 3 | Existing positions closed: 5

Research analyst outlook

We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for DRCT.

Financial journalist opinion

Based on 6 articles about DRCT published over the past 30 days

Neutral
PRNewsWire
1 week ago
U.S. District Court Dismisses Class Action Lawsuit Against Direct Digital Holdings
HOUSTON , Aug. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Direct Digital Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: DRCT) ("Direct Digital Holdings" or the "Company"), a leading advertising and marketing technology platform operating through its companies Colossus Media, LLC ("Colossus SSP") and Orange 142, LLC ("Orange 142"), has been granted a motion to dismiss a shareholder class action lawsuit by the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas, Houston Division, subject to potential appeal.  The lawsuit alleged false and misleading disclosures made by the Company in its public filings.
U.S. District Court Dismisses Class Action Lawsuit Against Direct Digital Holdings
Neutral
PRNewsWire
2 weeks ago
Direct Digital Holdings Raises $25 Million in Series A Preferred Equity
HOUSTON , Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Direct Digital Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: DRCT) ("Direct Digital Holdings" or the "Company"), a leading advertising and marketing technology platform operating through its companies Colossus Media, LLC ("Colossus SSP") and Orange 142, LLC ("Orange 142"), today announced the issuance of $25 million of a new series of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock, at a premium conversion price of $2.50 per share of Class A Common Stock.  The investment was made through the conversion of a portion of existing debt into the new class of perpetual convertible preferred stock.
Direct Digital Holdings Raises $25 Million in Series A Preferred Equity
Neutral
The Motley Fool
2 weeks ago
DRCT Revenue Drops 54%
DRCT Revenue Drops 54%
DRCT Revenue Drops 54%
Negative
Zacks Investment Research
2 weeks ago
Direct Digital Holdings, Inc. (DRCT) Reports Q2 Loss, Lags Revenue Estimates
Direct Digital Holdings, Inc. (DRCT) came out with a quarterly loss of $0.23 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.96. This compares to a loss of $0.16 per share a year ago.
Direct Digital Holdings, Inc. (DRCT) Reports Q2 Loss, Lags Revenue Estimates
Neutral
PRNewsWire
2 weeks ago
Direct Digital Holdings Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results
Revenues Increased 24% Sequentially Over Q1 2025; Consolidated Gross Margin Improved Sequentially to 35% Compared to 29% in Q1 2025 Reduced Operating Expenses by 25% in Q2 2025 Compared to Q2 2024 Driven by Continued Progress with Strategic Cost Saving Initiatives Net Loss and Adjusted EBITDA1 Loss Improved Sequentially Over Q1 2025 by $1.7 Million and $1.6 Million, Respectively, Reflecting a Sequential Increase in Buy-Side Revenue and Related Gross Profit HOUSTON , Aug. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Direct Digital Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: DRCT) ("Direct Digital Holdings" or the "Company"), a leading advertising and marketing technology platform operating through its companies Colossus Media, LLC ("Colossus SSP") and Orange 142, LLC ("Orange 142"), today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. Mark D. Walker, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented, "Our focus in the first half of 2025 has been on rebuilding and growing our business following the disruption that substantially impacted our sell-side business in 2024.
Direct Digital Holdings Reports Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results
Neutral
PRNewsWire
3 weeks ago
Direct Digital Holdings to Report Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results
HOUSTON , Aug. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Direct Digital Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: DRCT) ("Direct Digital Holdings" or the "Company"), a leading advertising and marketing technology platform operating through its companies Colossus Media, LLC ("Colossus SSP") and Orange 142, LLC ("Orange 142"), today announced that the Company will report financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025 on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 after the U.S. stock market closes. Management will host a conference call and webcast on the same day at 5:00 PM ET to discuss the results.
Direct Digital Holdings to Report Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results
Neutral
PRNewsWire
2 months ago
Orange 142 Releases Gaming Best Practices Guide to Help Marketers Level Up In-Game Advertising Strategies
The new guide explores how brands can tap into the $11B gaming ad opportunity with immersive formats, smart targeting, and player-first experiences AUSTIN, Texas , June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Orange 142, a division of Direct Digital Holdings (NASDAQ: DRCT) and a leader in digital marketing for mid-market brands, today released a new best practices guide focused on in-game advertising. The guide is designed to help marketers unlock the full potential of gaming as a marketing channel, connecting with audiences in immersive environments without disrupting the player experience.
Orange 142 Releases Gaming Best Practices Guide to Help Marketers Level Up In-Game Advertising Strategies
Neutral
GlobeNewsWire
2 months ago
MUSE Microscopy, Inc. Launches Veterinary Digital Pathology with the First-of-Its-Kind Tissue-to-Direct Digital Imaging for the Veterinary Market
IRVINE, Calif., June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MUSE Microscopy, Inc., a pioneer in digital pathology innovation, today announced the formation of  MUSE Veterinary Digital Pathology , LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary focused on transforming pathology through point-of-care service. This initiative aims to provide same-day results for tissue biopsies. This new service will provide the gold standard of patient care allowing veterinarians to deliver pet parents with diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plans efficiently using the SmartPath MUSE Technology™ (SmartPath)* Platform.
MUSE Microscopy, Inc. Launches Veterinary Digital Pathology with the First-of-Its-Kind Tissue-to-Direct Digital Imaging for the Veterinary Market
Neutral
Accesswire
2 months ago
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Encourages Direct Digital Holdings Inc. (DRCT) Shareholders to Inquire about Securities Investigation
NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / June 8, 2025 / Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is investigating potential claims on behalf of purchasers of Direct Digital Holdings Inc. ("Direct Digital" or "the Company") (NASDAQ:DRCT). Investors who purchased Direct Digital securities prior to April 17, 2023, and continue to hold to the present, are encouraged to obtain additional information and assist the investigation by visiting the firm's site: bgandg.com/DRCT.
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Encourages Direct Digital Holdings Inc. (DRCT) Shareholders to Inquire about Securities Investigation
Neutral
Accesswire
2 months ago
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Is Investigating Direct Digital Holdings Inc. (DRCT) And Encourages Shareholders to Connect
NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / June 5, 2025 / Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is investigating potential claims on behalf of purchasers of Direct Digital Holdings Inc. ("Direct Digital" or "the Company") (NASDAQ:DRCT). Investors who purchased Direct Digital securities prior to April 17, 2023, and continue to hold to the present, are encouraged to obtain additional information and assist the investigation by visiting the firm's site: bgandg.com/DRCT.
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Is Investigating Direct Digital Holdings Inc. (DRCT) And Encourages Shareholders to Connect
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