Upwork Inc. (UPWK) reports earnings

The report was filed on February 13, 2025

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Upwork Inc. (UPWK-5.49%) has filed its Form 10-K filing for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024.

The filing reports total revenue of $769.3 million, an increase from $689.1 million in 2023. This growth was driven by a 13% increase in Marketplace revenue to $662.1 million.

Net income for the year was $215.6 million, up from $46.9 million in 2023. This includes a $140.3 million tax benefit from the release of a valuation allowance on deferred tax assets.

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Gross services volume (GSV) decreased by 3% to $4.0 billion, reflecting adverse macroeconomic conditions. Active clients decreased by 2% to 832,000.

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Upwork's Marketplace take rate increased to 18.0%, up from 15.4% in 2023, due to changes in its fee structure and other initiatives.

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The company implemented a restructuring plan in October 2024, resulting in a 21% workforce reduction and $19.2 million in restructuring charges.

Upwork completed the acquisition of Objective AI, Inc. for $19.1 million in November 2024, aiming to enhance its AI capabilities.

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Cash and cash equivalents increased to $305.8 million, with marketable securities totaling $316.3 million as of December 31, 2024.

Upwork repurchased $100 million of its common stock under its 2023 share repurchase program and authorized an additional $100 million repurchase program in October 2024.

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This content was summarized by generative artificial intelligence using public filings retrieved from SEC.gov. The original data was derived from the Upwork Inc. annual 10-K report dated February 13, 2025. To report an error, please email earnings@qz.com.