NIQ Global Intelligence's stock plummeted 5.88% during Thursday's intraday trading session, as investors reacted to the company's latest earnings report and forward guidance.
The company reported a quarterly net loss of $90.1 million for Q1 2026, with an operating loss of $10.2 million, despite beating adjusted earnings expectations. While Q1 adjusted earnings of $0.15 per share exceeded the $0.10 consensus, the reported figures showed significant losses.
More concerning to investors was the company's Q2 adjusted EPS guidance of $0.19 to $0.21, which fell short of the $0.22 analyst consensus. Additionally, the company expects pre-tax restructuring charges of $65 million to $75 million for its 2026 program, adding to cost concerns.