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Match Group (MTCH)

35.31

+0.07 (0.20%)

as of Jun 23, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jun 24, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 1 opinions in the last 12 months.

Match Group, known for its portfolio of online dating services, is facing significant challenges as indicated by a staggering 80% decline in stock value over the past five years. The company’s expected departure from the S&P index raises concerns about its competitiveness and future growth potential. This backdrop has led to a pessimistic outlook among experts, who question the sustainability of its business model in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Despite the potential for recovery, the current sentiment reflects a cautious approach as investors weigh the risks against any possible upswing in performance. Overall, Match Group's situation highlights the volatility of technology and service-based stocks in today's market.

Consensus

Negative

Valuation

Overvalued

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DON'T BUY

Is -80% over the past 5 years. Is leaving the S&P.

SHORT

PE is about 30x. Viewed as a tech growth darling, and the multiples have really contracted. Still not all that cheap, middle of the pack. Mediocre value, very negative trend, and negative volatility in a pretty strong downtrend. Until one of those things changes, it stays on the short side.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Sep 09/21, Down 62%) Biggest online dating app in the world. Reported last night. Missed on top, missed on bottom, lowered guidance. Took the analysts by surprise. He sold last night.

TOP PICK

One of the most powerful secular trends he can think of right now. With vaccinations, online dating is due for a huge upswing. Trades at 11x forward earnings. Just bought Korean company which should increase their addressable market. Buy partial positions at $160, 140, and 120. No dividend. (Analysts’ price target is $171.00)

BUY ON WEAKNESS

The recent quarter wasn't as bad as sellers said. The company is worthwhile. He has long liked it.

BUY

The online dating king, and he predicts 2021 will give 1967's the Summer of Love a run for its money as we leave lockdowns behind. He expects great numbers from them in three weeks. He's long liked this. Last year, Match got slashed in half during lockdowns around the world. It reacted by introducing Virtual Dates online which performed well. This spring, the stock fell out of fashion, but has come back in the past four week. It's very well run. It saw 12% subscriber growth in 2020 despite Covid. Saw 23% revenue growth YOY as of last May's report, 12% subscriber growth and 38% operating income growth. They also bought a South Korean video channel, Hyper Connect, that will enhance their revenues and worldwide reach in Asia.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Sep 11/19, Up 43%) Online dating provider. 10M paid subscribers. 4 of the 5 largest brands in North America. Pandemic has created an additional catalyst. Secular growth area. 20% earnings and 15% revenue growth rate.

TOP PICK

Online leader in dating space, owning the top 4 sites in North America. Subscription based online dating sites. 44 brands around the world, in 190 countries. Half their revenues come from the US. Asia is one of its largest markets. Meeting online has surpassed meeting through friends. 17% growth rate. A bit of a premium. Good long-term secular growth story. No dividend. (Analysts’ price target is $90.24)

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Match Group (MTCH) Frequently Asked Questions

What is Match Group stock symbol?

Match Group is a American stock, trading under the symbol MTCH (previously MTCH-Q on Stockchase) on the NASDAQ (MTCH). It is usually referred to as NASDAQ:MTCH or MTCH

Is Match Group a buy or a sell?

In the last year, 1 stock analyst issued a Buy, Sell, or Hold rating on MTCH (previously MTCH-Q on Stockchase). 0 analysts recommended to BUY and 1 analyst recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst rating is TOP PICK. Read the latest stock experts' ratings for Match Group.

Is Match Group a good investment or a top pick?

Match Group was recommended as a Top Pick by Stan Wong on 2019-09-11. Read the latest stock experts ratings for Match Group.

Why is Match Group stock dropping?

Earnings reports or recent company news can cause the stock price to drop. Read stock experts' recommendations for Match Group.

Is Match Group worth watching?

Match Group is followed by 35 investors on Stockchase and is a trending stock that is worth watching.

What is Match Group stock price?

On 2026-06-23, Match Group (MTCH) stock closed at a price of $35.31.

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