Spotify reported stronger-than-expected Q1 2026 results with revenue of €4.53 billion and earnings per share of €3.45, beating forecasts. Monthly active users rose 12% to 761 million, and net subscriber additions far exceeded estimates. However, shares fell nearly 11% after the company issued cautious Q2 guidance, forecasting lower operating income and fewer subscriber additions than expected. Spotify's co-CEOs highlighted strong user engagement and growth potential amid a new leadership structure.
Spotify Technology SA is forecasted to deliver steady second-quarter results, with Jefferies maintaining a positive long-term outlook and a $600 price target. The investment bank expects gross margins around 33.1%, revenue growth of 15% year-over-yea...
Spotify has extended its "Managed Accounts" feature, allowing parents to control their children's music listening, to its free tier in the U.S., U.K., Australia, France, Germany, and the Netherlands. Previously available only to paid subscribers, thi...
Spotify has introduced a new AI-powered chat feature for Premium users in the U.S., Ireland, and Sweden, allowing interactive conversations to select music, podcasts, or audiobooks. Available on iOS and Android for users 18+, the beta release lets us...
