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Reddit’s $3 Billion Growth Story Faces a Google AI Threat — Can It Survive the Shift?

Reddit, Inc. reported strong financial results for the third quarter of 2026, continuing its trajectory of revenue growth and profitability at scale, while facing structural challenges in user acquisition channels. The company achieved 53% year-over-year revenue growth, reaching $895 million in Q3 and surpassing $3 billion in trailing twelve-month revenue. Advertising revenue comprised the bulk of this growth, increasing 54% to $847 million, supported by both higher pricing and impression volumes. Growth was broad-based across regions and verticals, with U.S. ad revenue up 51% and international revenues growing 67%. Performance advertising drove significant momentum, with click volume increasing over 50% and conversion volume more than tripling year-over-year, bolstered by machine learning enhancements and automation tools like Reddit Max. Profitability metrics demonstrated continued operational leverage, including a 91.5% gross margin, 45% adjusted EBITDA margin, and a net income margin of 32%.