Getty Images Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GETY) announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025, revealing a record revenue of $981.3 million, surpassing the upper end of guidance and marking the highest revenue in the company's 30-year history. The company reported a full-year revenue growth of 4.5%, with a currency-neutral growth of 3.8%. In Q4 alone, revenue grew by 14.1%, with a currency-neutral growth of 12.7%. However, despite these positive revenue figures, Getty Images reported a net loss of $90.9 million for Q4, compared to a net income of $24.7 million in the same quarter of the previous year. This loss was attributed to a significant increase in litigation expenses and merger-related costs, which impacted operational income. The company also noted a decrease in annual subscription revenue as a percentage of total revenue, which fell to 48.6% from 54.9% in Q4 2024, primarily due to two significant licensing agreements that were not included in subscription revenue. Looking ahead, Getty Images anticipates challenges in 2026 due to the timing of revenue recognition from these agreements, which may lead to a decline in revenue and adjusted EBITDA. The company remains optimistic about its long-term strategy and the upcoming merger with Shutterstock, which has received regulatory clearance in most jurisdictions, pending final approval from the UK CMA by June 14, 2026.

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