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LinkedIn’s First-Quarter Earnings: Strong Performance, Yet Stock Remains Muted
LinkedIn reported its first-quarter profits surpassing expectations, signaling a robust start to the fiscal year. The company's revenue grew an impressive 35%, accompanied by a 39% increase in EBITDA. This strong performance prompted LinkedIn to raise its guidance for the full fiscal year, an indicator typically met with positive investor reactions.
However, surprisingly, the stock price did not rally in response to the upbeat earnings report. Analysts and market observers noted that the increase in guidance was less aggressive than anticipated, suggesting potential deceleration in growth in the latter part of the year. This tempered outlook appeared to temper enthusiasm among investors.