Spotify adds 5M premium users and hits record operating income
1. Spotify's premium subscribers grew by 5 million, 12% year-over-year. 2. Record quarterly operating income of €509 million, but below guidance. 3. Total revenue climbed 15% year-over-year to €4.2 billion. 4. Spotify remains a leading competitor, expanding into video podcasts. 5. AI Playlist launched in over 40 markets is a new strategy.