Marqeta - $MQ - Earnings Analysis: Strong TPV growth of 29% year-over-year in Q4 2024.
Business Model
Marqeta generates revenue through its modern card issuing platform, empowering customers to create customized and innovative payment cards. It operates in more than 40 countries.
Revenue Sources
- Revenue is derived from fees charged for processing payments through its platform.
Income Statement Analysis
- Net revenue increased by 14% year-over-year.
- Gross profit increased by 18% year-over-year primarily due to TPV growth. Gross margin was 72% in the fourth quarter of 2024.
- Net Loss decreased by $13 million, or 33%, year-over-year, primarily due to Gross Profit growth and lower operating expenses.
Balance Sheet Analysis
- Total Assets decreased by approximately 8% year-over-year.
- Total Stockholders' Equity decreased by approximately 13% year-over-year.
- Total liabilities increased by approximately 9% year-over-year.
Cash Flow Analysis
- Net cash provided by operating activities significantly increased year-over-year.
- Net cash used in financing activities decreased year-over-year.
- Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at the end of the period decreased year-over-year.
Capital Allocation
The Board of Directors authorized an additional share repurchase program for up to $300 million of Marqeta’s Class A common stock.
Management Commentary
In 2024, we empowered our customers to achieve significant growth and scale, maintaining both stability and compliance.
Entering 2025, our strengthened platform uniquely positions us to serve fintechs and embedded finance with comprehensive debit, credit, and money movement solutions.
Overall Sentiment: Positive, focusing on empowering customers and strategic positioning for future growth.
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