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IAC is a diversified digital media company headquartered in New York City that has evolved from an online retailer into a leading portfolio of online brands serving millions of consumers globally. The company's core m...

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Digital-dominant portfolio with strong growth momentum offset by structural challenges and near-term litigation...

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Industry Digital Media and Internet Technology Services
3 named competitors
4 recent developments
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IAC/InterActiveCorp Overview

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IAC is a diversified digital media company headquartered in New York City that has evolved from an online retailer into a leading portfolio of online brands serving millions of consumers globally. The company's core markets include dating, search, media, and e-commerce, with ownership of prominent brands such as Match.com, Tinder, Vimeo, and HomeAdvisor.

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IAC's strategic focus is on executing its core businesses, deploying capital effectively, and pursuing catalysts to crystallize shareholder value. The company's full-year digital revenue reached $1.1 billion (up 10%), with total IAC revenue hitting $1.8 billion, underscoring that digital now dominates the portfolio.

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IAC operates across dating, search, media, and e-commerce verticals with brands including Match.com, Tinder, Vimeo, and HomeAdvisor. The company competes against specialized players in each segment (e.g., Bumble in dating, Google in search, traditional publishers in media) but maintains scale advantages through its diverse portfolio approach.

Industry Context

IAC/InterActiveCorp operates in Digital Media and Internet Technology Services.

Key facts

Founded: 1998 · Headquarters: New York, US · Employees: 8300 · Revenue: $1.8B · Market cap: $2.8B

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  • D/Cipher (off-platform data and monetization engine) is fast-growing and expected to contribute 2-3 percentage points of mid-to-high-single-digit digital growth in 2026
  • Care segment delivered $19 million adjusted EBITDA with 22% margins despite 9% revenue decline, showing strong margin preservation while absorbing headwinds
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Recent developments

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  • February 2026Q4 2025 earnings reported with digital strength but EPS miss; shifted to annual guidance framework
  • February 2026Google litigation expense of $15M expected to impact 2026 EBITDA
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Bumble, Hinge, eHarmonyDating and relationship platforms competing with Match and Tinder→Google Search, BingSearch engines competing with Ask.com and IAC's search properties→Meredith (People, Better Homes & Gardens)Traditional digital media competing with IAC's publishing assets→

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What does IAC/InterActiveCorp do?+
IAC is a diversified digital media company headquartered in New York City that has evolved from an online retailer into a leading portfolio of online brands serving millions of consumers globally. The company's core m...
What is IAC/InterActiveCorp's Cyborg Score?+
IAC/InterActiveCorp has a Cyborg Score of 6/10 (Solid). The score synthesizes business model, financials, leadership, competitive position, technology, marketing, and ESG dimensions across hundreds of data points.
Who are IAC/InterActiveCorp's main competitors?+
Named competitors include Bumble, Hinge, eHarmony, Google Search, Bing, Meredith (People, Better Homes & Gardens). The full competitive landscape is in the AskCyborg report.
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