Latest Ratios: P/E Ratio 32.4x · EV/EBITDA 23.2x · ROE 201.6%. (2020–2025 historical series)
Price-based multiples — how expensive the stock is relative to earnings, sales, book value, and cash flow
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Cap | $2.8B | $2.6B | $3.1B | $1.5B | $740M | $1.5B | — |
| Enterprise Value | $3.1B | $2.9B | $3.4B | $1.8B | $1.1B | $1.7B | — |
| P/E Ratio → | 32.39 | 27.63 | — | — | 861.11 | 306.12 | — |
| P/S Ratio | 6.41 | 5.93 | 9.10 | 5.89 | 3.80 | 10.62 | — |
| P/B Ratio | 65.01 | 55.47 | — | — | 182.65 | 5.88 | — |
| P/FCF | 20.04 | 18.52 | 33.38 | 47.91 | 16.43 | 50.56 | — |
| P/OCF | 19.93 | 18.42 | 33.04 | 42.31 | 14.61 | 44.99 | — |
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Enterprise-value multiples — capital-structure-neutral measures of total business value
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV / Revenue | — | 6.64 | 9.79 | 7.11 | 5.62 | 11.45 | — |
| EV / EBITDA | 23.19 | 21.61 | 31.84 | 22.38 | 21.26 | 24.95 | — |
| EV / EBIT | 24.82 | 21.44 | 35.94 | — | 34.78 | 66.82 | — |
| EV / FCF | — | 20.75 | 35.87 | 57.83 | 24.34 | 54.53 | — |
Margins and return-on-capital ratios measuring operating efficiency
Full margin charts and quarterly trend are on the Earnings History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Margin | 72.4% | 72.4% | 74.6% | 74.0% | 73.7% | 74.4% | 69.9% |
| Operating Margin | 28.7% | 28.7% | 26.9% | 21.4% | 6.7% | 16.3% | -0.9% |
| Net Profit Margin | 21.5% | 21.5% | -38.0% | -21.5% | 0.4% | 3.5% | -12.5% |
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROE | 201.6% | 201.6% | — | — | 0.6% | 1.9% | -5.1% |
| ROA | 18.8% | 18.8% | -28.4% | -12.6% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -2.6% |
| ROIC | 40.8% | 40.8% | 34.6% | 12.6% | 2.6% | 4.5% | -0.2% |
| ROCE | 29.5% | 29.5% | 23.3% | 14.6% | 3.3% | 5.6% | -0.2% |
Solvency and debt-coverage ratios — lower is generally safer
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debt / Equity | 8.53 | 8.53 | — | — | 90.16 | 0.52 | 0.76 |
| Debt / EBITDA | 2.97 | 2.97 | 2.77 | 4.17 | 7.08 | 2.05 | 7.53 |
| Net Debt / Equity | — | 6.68 | — | — | 88.01 | 0.46 | 0.60 |
| Net Debt / EBITDA | 2.32 | 2.32 | 2.22 | 3.84 | 6.91 | 1.81 | 5.92 |
| Debt / FCF | — | 2.23 | 2.50 | 9.92 | 7.91 | 3.96 | 5.96 |
| Interest Coverage | 7.72 | 7.72 | 3.66 | -0.12 | 1.00 | 1.34 | — |
Short-term solvency ratios and asset-utilisation metrics
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.90 | 1.90 | 1.73 | 1.18 | 0.70 | 1.47 | 0.72 |
| Quick Ratio | 1.90 | 1.90 | 1.73 | 1.18 | 0.70 | 1.47 | 0.72 |
| Cash Ratio | 1.02 | 1.02 | 0.87 | 0.46 | 0.14 | 0.53 | 0.51 |
| Asset Turnover | — | 0.83 | 0.72 | 0.58 | 0.44 | 0.32 | 0.21 |
| Inventory Turnover | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Days Sales Outstanding | — | 56.38 | 53.15 | 49.82 | 41.99 | 52.96 | 41.35 |
Earnings, FCF, buyback, and dividend yields — total returns to shareholders
Full dividend history and growth charts are on the Dividend History page
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | — | — | — | — | 26.5% | — | — |
| Payout Ratio | — | — | — | — | 23040.5% | — | — |
| Metric | TTM | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings Yield | 3.1% | 3.6% | — | — | 0.1% | 0.3% | — |
| FCF Yield | 5.0% | 5.4% | 3.0% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 2.0% | — |
| Buyback Yield | 16.0% | 17.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | — |
| Total Shareholder Yield | 16.0% | 17.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 26.5% | 0.0% | — |
| Shares Outstanding | — | $193M | $176M | $174M | $159M | $153M | $35M |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying GRND stock.
Grindr Inc.'s current P/E ratio is 32.4x. The historical average is 27.6x. This places it at the 100th percentile of its historical range.
Grindr Inc.'s current EV/EBITDA is 23.2x. This enterprise value multiple compares the company's total value (equity + debt - cash) to its EBITDA. The historical average is 24.4x.
Grindr Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) is 201.6%. This is above the typical threshold of 15-20% considered good for most companies. The historical average is 49.8%.
Based on historical data, Grindr Inc. is trading at a P/E of 32.4x. This is at the 100th percentile of its historical P/E range. Compare with industry peers and growth rates for a complete picture.
Grindr Inc. has 72.4% gross margin and 28.7% operating margin. Operating margin above 20% indicates strong pricing power and cost efficiency.
Grindr Inc.'s Debt/EBITDA ratio is 3.0x, indicating moderate leverage. A ratio between 2-4x is manageable but warrants monitoring.
Key Metrics
Top Statement Risk
Debt-funded buybacks and SBC dilution
Metrics are mathematically derived from official filings.
Margin Expansion Amid Expense Volatility
Gross margin held at 75.0% in 2026Q2, while operating margin swung from 39.1% in 2025Q3 to 23.5% in 2026Q2, per reported financials, indicating strong underlying economics but unpredictable cost behavior.
The stability of gross margin near 75% underscores the subscription-driven model's pricing power, but the wide quarterly swings in operating margin—from 39.1% to 23.5%—suggest that R&D and SG&A spending are not scaling linearly with revenue. This volatility may reflect timing of stock-based compensation or one-time investments, yet it complicates margin forecasting. Investors should focus on the multi-quarter average operating margin, which appears to be in the high-20s, as a more reliable indicator of earning power.
ROIC Volatility Masks Underlying Value Creation
ROIC ranged from 5.0% in 2024Q1 to 18.0% in 2026Q1, per quarterly data, with 2026Q2 at 13.2%, suggesting improving capital efficiency but with significant quarterly noise.
The upward trend in ROIC from 5.0% to 13.2% over the last two years indicates that the company is generating more operating income relative to its invested capital, likely driven by revenue growth outpacing asset additions. However, the volatility—spiking to 18.0% in 2026Q1—may be influenced by working capital swings and the timing of debt-funded buybacks, which reduce equity and inflate ROE. The asset-light model means ROIC is highly sensitive to operating income fluctuations, so a normalized ROIC in the low-teens appears sustainable.
Working Capital Efficiency Shows Mixed Signals
DSO improved to 46 days in 2026Q2 from 50 days in 2025Q1, while DPO fell to 10 days, per reported figures, indicating faster collections but less supplier leverage.
The reduction in DSO suggests improved collection efficiency, possibly due to better billing systems or a shift toward more subscription revenue. However, DPO remains low at 10 days, meaning Grindr pays suppliers quickly, which is typical for a software company with minimal inventory. The cash conversion cycle is not calculable due to missing DIO, but the low DPO and stable DSO imply that working capital is not a major source of cash flow. The asset-light model means efficiency gains are limited, but the stable DSO indicates no deterioration in customer payment behavior.
Leverage Spikes and Refinancing Risk
Debt-to-equity reached 23.84 in 2026Q1, per reported figures, though equity was near zero, making the ratio less meaningful; total debt of $389.6M in 2026Q2 appears substantial relative to assets.
The dramatic swings in D/E—from 0.21 in 2025Q3 to 23.84 in 2026Q1—are driven by a near-zero equity base, not necessarily a massive increase in debt. However, total debt of $389.6M against cash of $6.5M suggests a tight liquidity position, and interest coverage of 4.51x in 2026Q2, while adequate, could deteriorate if operating income declines. The debt-funded buybacks of $495.3M over four quarters, as noted in the cash flow analysis, appear to be increasing leverage, and refinancing risk may emerge if credit markets tighten.
Liquidity Squeeze Despite Positive Current Ratio
Current ratio improved to 1.10 in 2026Q2, per the balance sheet, but cash of $6.5M is minimal relative to total debt of $389.6M, indicating a potential liquidity crunch.
The current ratio of 1.10 suggests that current assets barely cover current liabilities, but the composition is concerning: cash is only $6.5M, while the company has significant debt obligations. The quick ratio equals the current ratio at 1.10, indicating no inventory buffer, which is typical for a software firm. Under a severe stress scenario—such as a revenue decline or a credit freeze—the company may struggle to service its debt without refinancing or cutting buybacks. Investors should monitor the maturity profile of the debt and the company's ability to generate cash flow to cover near-term obligations.
Misapplied P/E Ratio on Negative Equity
The P/E ratio of 32.67 is misleading given negative equity and significant SBC, per reported figures; EV/EBITDA of 23.38 may better reflect valuation, but SBC adjustments are critical.
The P/E ratio is commonly misapplied to Grindr because GAAP net income is heavily distorted by stock-based compensation and one-time items, as evidenced by net income of $17.7M in 2026Q2 versus SBC of $20.6M. Additionally, the negative equity base makes P/B meaningless. EV/EBITDA of 23.38 is more appropriate, but even that should be adjusted for SBC to reflect true cash earnings. Investors should use a price-to-adjusted-operating-cash-flow multiple, which would be lower given the strong cash conversion, to avoid overpaying for non-cash charges.