MediaAlpha Inc

MediaAlpha Inc

MediaAlpha Inc (ticker: MAX) operates a real‑time, programmatic marketplace that matches buyers and sellers of consumer leads, chiefly in insurance, health and financial services. The company monetises through transaction fees and technology services, leveraging data and bidding algorithms to price and distribute leads at scale. With a market capitalisation of around $717.6m, MediaAlpha sits in the ad‑tech/marketing technology space but with a pronounced vertical focus on insurance-related demand. Key considerations for investors include the company’s dependence on volume and yield across cyclical insurance purchase periods, the competitive nature of digital lead markets, and sensitivity to policy or regulatory changes in insurance and data privacy. Profitability can be lumpy as MediaAlpha reinvests in technology and sales. This summary is educational only and not personalised investment advice. Prospective investors should review the latest financials and consider their tolerance for growth‑oriented, volatile technology stocks where returns are not guaranteed.

Stock Performance Snapshot

Buy

Analyst Rating

Analysts recommend buying MediaAlpha's stock with a target price of $15.67, indicating potential growth.

Above Average

Financial Health

MediaAlpha is generating solid revenue and cash flow, but its profit margins are relatively low.

Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.

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Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock

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Programmatic Marketplace

Matches buyers and sellers of consumer leads at scale; attractive for growth but performance is tied to market volumes and conversion rates.

Data & Pricing Edge

Uses real‑time bidding and data to price leads, which can support margins, though competition and execution matter.

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Insurance Focus

Strong exposure to insurance and health verticals where regulation and seasonality influence results; investors should expect volatility.

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