Unity Software Inc. Reports Preliminary Q1 2026 Results Exceeding Guidance, Plans Exit from Non-Strategic Ad Businesses

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2026-03-26 20:12:56

Unity Software Inc. Reports Preliminary Q1 2026 Results Exceeding Guidance, Plans Exit from Non-Strategic Ad Businesses

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On March 26, 2026, Unity Software Inc. (NYSE: U) announced its preliminary financial results for the first quarter of 2026, revealing revenues and Adjusted EBITDA that surpassed the company's prior guidance. The company expects to report revenue between $505 million and $508 million, exceeding the previous guidance of $480 million to $490 million. Additionally, Unity anticipates an Adjusted EBITDA of $130 million to $135 million, significantly higher than the earlier forecast of $105 million to $110 million, marking a year-over-year growth of 58%. This strong performance is attributed to the growth of Unity Vector, which is projected to increase by 15% sequentially in the first quarter, alongside better-than-expected results in the Create segment. Unity's Grow revenue is expected to be approximately $352 million, while Create revenue is projected at around $155 million.

In a strategic move to enhance growth and profitability, Unity announced the planned exit from certain non-strategic ad businesses, including the sunsetting of the ironSource Ads Network effective April 30, 2026. The company has engaged a financial advisor to assist with the divestiture of its Supersonic game publishing business. These changes are expected to accelerate revenue growth and improve Adjusted EBITDA margins. Unity's Strategic Grow revenue, excluding contributions from the ironSource Ads Network and Supersonic, is anticipated to increase by 48% year-over-year, significantly outpacing the overall Grow segment's expected growth of 24% for the first quarter. Strategic Create revenue is also projected to grow by 14% year-over-year.

Matt Bromberg, President and CEO of Unity, commented, "Unity Vector continues to deliver robust growth each quarter, driving results meaningfully above our guidance. Today’s actions will accelerate Vector’s impact on our business, enhancing both revenue growth and profitability." Unity expects minimal revenue contribution from the ironSource Ads Network after the first quarter of 2026. Further details, including historical revenue from the ironSource Ads Network and Supersonic businesses, can be found on Unity's Investor Relations website.

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