 Criteo had previously projected flat to low-single-digit Contribution ex-TAC growth for fiscal 2026. On August 5, 2026, Criteo disclosed that it expected Contribution ex-TAC to decline 10% to 12%, including the impact

<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><i xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Criteo had previously projected flat to low-single-digit Contribution ex-TAC growth for fiscal 2026. On August 5, 2026, Criteo disclosed that it expected Contribution ex-TAC to decline 10% to 12%, including the impact of a $75 million reduction in Retail Media client scope. </i></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="legendSpanClass">NEW YORK</span>, <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="legendSpanClass">Aug. 13, 2026</span> /PRNewswire/ -- A May 8, 2026 Criteo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CRTO">CRTO</a>) filing told investors the Group expected &#34;flat to low-single-digit growth in Contribution ex-TAC at constant currency&#34; for the fiscal year 2026. Less than three months later, on August 5, 2026, Criteo revised that outlook to a 10% to 12% decline in Contribution ex-TAC at constant currency, and CRTO shareholders were hit with a sharp selloff. Investors who lost money on Criteo stock are encouraged to <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4752108-4&amp;h=727506228&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fsuewallst.com%2Finvestigations%2Fcriteo-sa-investigation-crto%3Fprid%3D200705%26wire%3D4&amp;a=submit+their+losses+for+a+free+case+evaluation" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">submit their losses for a free case evaluation</a>. You may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="mailto:jlevi@SueWallSt.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">jlevi@SueWallSt.com</a> or by telephone at (888) SueWallSt.</p>
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<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The swing is roughly 11 to 14 percentage point deterioration from the guidance figure in the May 8, 2026 Contribution ex-TAC guidance. Alongside the revised outlook, the Company also pointed to a $75 million full-year Retail Media client scope-reduction headwind, a $27 million Q2 headwind, as well as APAC softness and foreign exchange pressure.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Q2 2026 Contribution ex-TAC was $255 million, and the Company paired its reduced full-year outlook with a soft third-quarter outlook. SueWallSt notifies investors of a pending investigation into whether Criteo adequately disclosed the cost and client-scope pressures underlying its earlier fiscal 2026 outlook.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">CRTO shareholders who suffered losses may <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4752108-4&amp;h=4155457411&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fsuewallst.com%2Finvestigations%2Fcriteo-sa-investigation-crto%3Fprid%3D200705%26wire%3D4&amp;a=click+here+to+discuss+their+legal+rights+at+no+cost+" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">click here to discuss their legal rights at no cost </a>, or call (888) SueWallSt.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> WHY SUEWALLST </b>: SueWallSt is powered by Levi &amp; Korsinsky LLP. Levi &amp; Korsinsky LLP has established itself as a nationally-recognized securities litigation firm that has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. The firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi &amp; Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services&#39; Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Frequently Asked Questions About the CRTO Investigation</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Q: When did Criteo <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">allegedly</span> mislead investors? </b>A: The investigation concerns forward-looking statements made before the August 5, 2026 outlook revision that <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">allegedly</span> caused investors to purchase CRTO securities at inflated prices.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Q: Which statements are being investigated as potentially misleading? </b>The investigation concerns whether Criteo made materially false or misleading statements regarding its fiscal 2026 Contribution ex-TAC outlook and whether the Company adequately disclosed the client-scope reductions and cost headwinds affecting that outlook. When Criteo revised its full-year Contribution ex-TAC outlook to a decline of 10% to 12%, the stock declined sharply.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Q: Who is eligible to participate in the CRTO investigation? </b>A: Investors who purchased CRTO stock or securities and suffered financial losses may be eligible. Eligibility is based on purchase date and documented losses -- not on whether you still hold the shares.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Q: What do CRTO investors need to do right now?</b> A: Gather brokerage records including purchase dates, share quantities, and prices paid. Contact SueWallSt, a brand of Levi &amp; Korsinsky LLP, for a no-cost, no-obligation evaluation at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="mailto:jlevi@levikorsinsky.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">jlevi@levikorsinsky.com</a> or (212) 363-7500. No immediate action is required to remain eligible to participate in the investigation.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Q: What documents do I need to participate? </b>A: Brokerage statements or trade confirmations showing purchase dates, share quantities, prices paid, and any subsequent sale dates and prices.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Q: What if I already sold my CRTO shares -- can I still recover losses? </b>A: Yes. Eligibility is based on when you purchased, not whether you still hold the shares. Investors who bought CRTO and sold at a loss may still participate in the investigation.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Q: What does it cost me to participate? </b>A: There is no upfront cost. Securities investigations and any resulting actions are generally handled on a contingency basis -- no retainer and no out-of-pocket costs.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Q: What if I live outside the United States? </b>A: U.S. securities investigations generally cover purchases on U.S. exchanges regardless of the investor&#39;s country of residence.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">CONTACT:\</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Levi &amp; Korsinsky, LLP\</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Joseph E. Levi, Esq.\</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">33 Whitehall Street, 27th Floor\</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">New York, NY 10004\</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="mailto:jlevi@SueWallSt.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"> jlevi@SueWallSt.com </a>\</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Tel: (888) SueWallSt\</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Fax: (212) 363-7171</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.</p>



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CRTO SHAREHOLDER INVESTIGATION: SueWallSt Notifies Investors of Potential Securities Claims Involving Criteo

Criteo 2026 outlook cut fuels selloff amid potential securities investigation

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    <h3>Information</h3>
    <p>Criteo had previously projected flat to low-single-digit Contribution ex-TAC growth for fiscal 2026. On August 5, 2026, Criteo disclosed that it expected Contribution ex-TAC to decline 10% to 12%, including the impact</p>
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    <h3>AI Summary</h3>
    <p>CRTO lowered its 2026 Contribution ex-TAC guidance by 10-12% due to a $75m Retail Media headwind, APAC softness, and FX pressure. The revision follows May guidance for flat to low-single-digit growth and triggered a sharp stock decline. A law-firm probe into potential misstatements adds additional sentiment risk that investors should monitor for any new disclosure.</p>
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    <h3>Key Points</h3>
    <ul><li>CRTO lowers 2026 ex-TAC guidance to down 10-12% including $75m Retail Media headwind.</li><li>May 8 guidance projected flat to low-single-digit growth; Aug 5 revision triggered selloff.</li><li>Q2 2026 Contribution ex-TAC was $255m; Q3 outlook softened.</li><li>APAC softness and FX pressure cited; $27m Q2 headwind noted.</li><li>SueWallSt conducting a shareholder-investigation into potential CRTO disclosures.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Companies Mentioned</h3>
    <ul><li><strong>Criteo SA (CRTO)</strong>: Facing a -10% to -12% ex-TAC revision; stock selloff; subject to investor investigation.</li><li><strong>Levi &amp; Korsinsky, LLP (N/A)</strong>: Plaintiff law firm behind the CRTO inquiry; may influence sentiment but not a market actor.</li><li><strong>SueWallSt.com (N/A)</strong>: Promotional investor-rights outlet promoting CRTO investigation; sentiment impact potential.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Legal</h3>
    <p>Category: Legal. The article centers on a securities investigation tied to CRTO’s disclosures, implying potential legal and reputational risk beyond pure earnings dynamics.</p>
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    <h3>Market-Moving</h3>
    <ul><li>CRTO shares likely volatile after August 5 guidance cut and legal inquiry.</li><li>-$75m Retail Media headwind amplifies full-year earnings risk.</li><li>APAC softness and FX pressure raise revenue visibility uncertainty.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Key Facts</h3>
    <ul><li>May 8, 2026: initial guidance for 2026: flat to low-single-digit growth in Contribution ex-TAC.</li><li>Aug 5, 2026: revised outlook: -10% to -12% ex-TAC; $75m headwind.</li><li>Q2 2026 Contribution ex-TAC: $255m.</li><li>Headwinds include APAC softness and FX pressure.</li><li>Q2 headwind: $27m.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Trading Thesis</h3>
    <p>Bearish near-term until clarity on the legal probe and cash-flow impact emerges (1–2 quarters).</p>
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<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><i xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Criteo had previously projected flat to low-single-digit Contribution ex-TAC growth for fiscal 2026. On August 5, 2026, Criteo disclosed that it expected Contribution ex-TAC to decline 10% to 12%, including the impact of a $75 million reduction in Retail Media client scope. </i></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="legendSpanClass">NEW YORK</span>, <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="legendSpanClass">Aug. 13, 2026</span> /PRNewswire/ -- A May 8, 2026 Criteo (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CRTO">CRTO</a>) filing told investors the Group expected &#34;flat to low-single-digit growth in Contribution ex-TAC at constant currency&#34; for the fiscal year 2026. Less than three months later, on August 5, 2026, Criteo revised that outlook to a 10% to 12% decline in Contribution ex-TAC at constant currency, and CRTO shareholders were hit with a sharp selloff. Investors who lost money on Criteo stock are encouraged to <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4752108-4&amp;h=727506228&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fsuewallst.com%2Finvestigations%2Fcriteo-sa-investigation-crto%3Fprid%3D200705%26wire%3D4&amp;a=submit+their+losses+for+a+free+case+evaluation" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">submit their losses for a free case evaluation</a>. You may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="mailto:jlevi@SueWallSt.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">jlevi@SueWallSt.com</a> or by telephone at (888) SueWallSt.</p>
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<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The swing is roughly 11 to 14 percentage point deterioration from the guidance figure in the May 8, 2026 Contribution ex-TAC guidance. Alongside the revised outlook, the Company also pointed to a $75 million full-year Retail Media client scope-reduction headwind, a $27 million Q2 headwind, as well as APAC softness and foreign exchange pressure.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Q2 2026 Contribution ex-TAC was $255 million, and the Company paired its reduced full-year outlook with a soft third-quarter outlook. SueWallSt notifies investors of a pending investigation into whether Criteo adequately disclosed the cost and client-scope pressures underlying its earlier fiscal 2026 outlook.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">CRTO shareholders who suffered losses may <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4752108-4&amp;h=4155457411&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fsuewallst.com%2Finvestigations%2Fcriteo-sa-investigation-crto%3Fprid%3D200705%26wire%3D4&amp;a=click+here+to+discuss+their+legal+rights+at+no+cost+" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">click here to discuss their legal rights at no cost </a>, or call (888) SueWallSt.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> WHY SUEWALLST </b>: SueWallSt is powered by Levi &amp; Korsinsky LLP. Levi &amp; Korsinsky LLP has established itself as a nationally-recognized securities litigation firm that has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for aggrieved shareholders and built a track record of winning high-stakes cases. The firm has extensive expertise representing investors in complex securities litigation and a team of over 70 employees to serve our clients. For seven years in a row, Levi &amp; Korsinsky has ranked in ISS Securities Class Action Services&#39; Top 50 Report as one of the top securities litigation firms in the United States.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Frequently Asked Questions About the CRTO Investigation</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Q: When did Criteo <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">allegedly</span> mislead investors? </b>A: The investigation concerns forward-looking statements made before the August 5, 2026 outlook revision that <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">allegedly</span> caused investors to purchase CRTO securities at inflated prices.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Q: Which statements are being investigated as potentially misleading? </b>The investigation concerns whether Criteo made materially false or misleading statements regarding its fiscal 2026 Contribution ex-TAC outlook and whether the Company adequately disclosed the client-scope reductions and cost headwinds affecting that outlook. When Criteo revised its full-year Contribution ex-TAC outlook to a decline of 10% to 12%, the stock declined sharply.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Q: Who is eligible to participate in the CRTO investigation? </b>A: Investors who purchased CRTO stock or securities and suffered financial losses may be eligible. Eligibility is based on purchase date and documented losses -- not on whether you still hold the shares.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Q: What do CRTO investors need to do right now?</b> A: Gather brokerage records including purchase dates, share quantities, and prices paid. Contact SueWallSt, a brand of Levi &amp; Korsinsky LLP, for a no-cost, no-obligation evaluation at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="mailto:jlevi@levikorsinsky.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">jlevi@levikorsinsky.com</a> or (212) 363-7500. No immediate action is required to remain eligible to participate in the investigation.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Q: What documents do I need to participate? </b>A: Brokerage statements or trade confirmations showing purchase dates, share quantities, prices paid, and any subsequent sale dates and prices.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Q: What if I already sold my CRTO shares -- can I still recover losses? </b>A: Yes. Eligibility is based on when you purchased, not whether you still hold the shares. Investors who bought CRTO and sold at a loss may still participate in the investigation.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Q: What does it cost me to participate? </b>A: There is no upfront cost. Securities investigations and any resulting actions are generally handled on a contingency basis -- no retainer and no out-of-pocket costs.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Q: What if I live outside the United States? </b>A: U.S. securities investigations generally cover purchases on U.S. exchanges regardless of the investor&#39;s country of residence.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">CONTACT:\</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Levi &amp; Korsinsky, LLP\</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Joseph E. Levi, Esq.\</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">33 Whitehall Street, 27th Floor\</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">New York, NY 10004\</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="mailto:jlevi@SueWallSt.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"> jlevi@SueWallSt.com </a>\</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Tel: (888) SueWallSt\</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Fax: (212) 363-7171</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes.</p>



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CRTO lowered its 2026 Contribution ex-TAC guidance by 10-12% due to a $75m Retail Media headwind, APAC softness, and FX pressure. The revision follows May guidance for flat to low-single-digit growth and triggered a sharp stock decline. A law-firm probe into potential misstatements adds additional sentiment risk that investors should monitor for any new disclosure.

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