Zeta Global Holdings Corp. Q2 2026 Earnings Recap

Zeta Global’s Q2 2026 results notably outperformed expectations, driving a 20% stock rally as revenue growth accelerated sharply and the company raised guidance. Investors rewarded the better-than-anticipated topline, improving margins, and expanding strategic AI partnerships.

Key Takeaways

• Q2 revenue reached $443 million, growing 44% year over year and 28% excluding M&A contributions.
• Adjusted EBITDA rose 56% year over year to $92 million, with margin expansion of 170 basis points to 20.7%.
• The company raised the midpoint of its 2026 revenue guidance by $33 million, signaling confidence in ongoing demand.
• Growth was driven by adoption of Zeta’s AI-powered platform, including significant acceleration in voice-activated Athena users interacting at 500% higher levels.
• Strategic partnerships with OpenAI, Snowflake (100+ shared customers), and Palantir were highlighted as catalysts expanding Zeta’s AI infrastructure presence beyond marketing.