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Report published August 13, 2026

StubHub Holdings (STUB) Q2 2026 Earnings Review: Goldman Sachs Analysis

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Report date
August 13, 2026
Analysis as of
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Authors / editors: Eric Sheridan (Analyst), Stephen Laszczyk (Analyst), Antares Tobelem (Analyst)

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StubHub delivered a strong Q2 2026 earnings beat on GMS and revenue, supported by World Cup-related demand and improved balance sheet metrics. Goldman Sachs maintains its Buy rating and $16 price target amid ongoing debates regarding forward guidance.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Strong Q2 2026 results driven by GMS and revenue outperformance, partly due to World Cup and live events growth.
  • 2.Improved balance sheet with 3x net leverage ratio and $1.1b of total debt retired over the last 12 months.
  • 3.Management raised FY 2026 GMS outlook to $10.1-10.3bn, reflecting strong demand, while maintaining a disciplined approach to Adj EBITDA guidance.

Table of Contents

  • Q2'26 Earnings Review
  • Q2'26 Positives & Negatives
  • Q3'26 & FY2026 Estimate Changes
  • Valuation: Maintain Buy Rating and $16 PT (unchanged)
  • Disclosure Appendix

Report data

Q2'26 Actuals vs. Estimates

MetricEstimateContext
Gross Merchandise Sales (GMS)3,090 million USDActual vs. Goldman Sachs estimate
Debt Retired1.1 billion USDBalance sheet improvement
Source: Company data, Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research; Company report. This is a dated model snapshot, not a live forecast.

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Authors / Editors

Eric Sheridan · AnalystStephen Laszczyk · AnalystAntares Tobelem · Analyst

Reported Data Context

  • Gross Merchandise Sales (GMS): 3,090 million USD (Q2 2026) · Source: Company data, Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
  • Debt Retired: 1.1 billion USD (Last 12 months) · Source: Company report

Securities

STUB

Themes

Live events sector growthCorporate deleveragingMargin efficiency

Regions

North AmericaUnited States