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AppLovin Q3 Beat Sparks Aggressive Buybacks and Near-Term Upside

Nov 4, 2026, 4:37 PM EST1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Strong beat across revenue and EPS, expansive buyback authorization, and above-consensus Q4 guidance imply near-term upside and potential multiple expansion; the 16% after-hours move reinforces momentum.

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AppLovin reported a strong Q3 with revenue of about $2.19B and EPS of $4.30, topping estimates. Revenue rose 55% YoY, and operating/free cash flow totaled $1.4B, supporting a large buyback program; the board authorized another $3.2B, leaving $3.6B available. With Q4 guidance above consensus and a solid cash position (~$3.17B), investors should expect continued upside momentum into the earnings call.

Q3 revenue about $2.19B; EPS $4.30, beat estimates.
Revenue up 55% YoY; FCF and cash flow totaled $1.4B.
Board authorized additional $3.2B buybacks; remaining authorization $3.6B.
Q4 revenue guidance $2.365B-$2.395B; adj EBITDA $1.995B-$2.025B.
After-hours rally ~15.9% to around $315; management call at 5 p.m. ET.

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