Shares of streaming TV platform Roku (NASDAQ: ROKU)
fell 11.2% in the morning session after the company reported weak first quarter 2025 results: its revenue outlook for next quarter missed significantly, and it pulled its full-year guidance for advertising revenue, raising concerns about visibility into a core part of its business. On the other hand, Roku blew past analysts' EPS expectations this quarter. Still, this was a softer quarter.
Roku Inc (NASDAQ: ROKU) shares tank in early trading despite upbeat Q1 results. Analysts maintain mixed ratings, citing cautious guidance and tariff risks.
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The company said it remains confident in its strategy and continues to see a path to achieving positive operating income in 2026, despite the uncertainties.
Streaming TV platform Roku (NASDAQ: ROKU) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q1 CY2025, with sales up 15.8% year on year to $1.02 billion. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $1.07 billion was less impressive, coming in 1.6% below analysts’ estimates. Its GAAP loss of $0.19 per share was 27.4% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
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A number of stocks jumped in the morning session after President Trump clarified that he had no intention of removing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, a statement that helped calm markets. Earlier remarks had sparked fears of political interference in decision making at the central bank.
With Trump walking back his earlier comments, investors likely felt more assured that monetary policy decisions would continue to be guided by data, not drama. That kept the Fed's word credible, and more importantly, gave investors a steadier compass to figure out where rates and the markets were headed next.
Roku shares are rising in extended trading Thursday following strong advertising trends from Netflix, which reported blowout results for the first quarter after the bell.
Roku’s built a strong position in the connected TV space, and it’s not just about having a big user base; it’s the combination of reach, data, and direct distribution that gives it real staying power.
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