CastleKnight group discloses 5.9% ADV stake in Schedule 13G/A filing
CastleKnight Master Fund LP and related entities have filed an amended Schedule 13G/A, disclosing a 5.9% beneficial ownership stake in Advantage Solutions Inc. (ADV). As of August 14, 2026, the group beneficially owned 757,354 shares of Class A common stock, an increase from 581,347 shares held on June 30, 2026. All reported shares are subject to shared voting and dispositive power among the reporting persons.
Morgan Stanley Lowers Advantage Solutions (NASDAQ:ADV) Price Target to $34.00
Morgan Stanley has lowered its price target for Advantage Solutions (NASDAQ:ADV) to $34.00 from $35.00, while maintaining an "equal weight" rating, suggesting a potential upside of 46.93%. Despite missing quarterly EPS estimates significantly, the company's revenue slightly exceeded expectations. Analyst sentiment remains mixed, with an overall "Hold" consensus and a $42.00 average target price.
Advantage Solutions (ADV) Stock Price Cracks As Losses Deepen
Advantage Solutions (ADV) stock dropped 21% after its Q2 2026 earnings report, extending prior losses. While revenue saw a modest increase, net losses widened significantly, and adjusted EBITDA fell. The market reaction indicates a focus on deepening losses despite the company generating cash and trading at a low price-to-sales ratio.
Advantage Solutions Inc. 2026 Q2 - Results - Earnings Call Presentation (NASDAQ:ADV) 2026-08-05
Advantage Solutions Inc. (ADV) has published its Q2 2026 earnings call presentation. The company reported an EPS of -$2.88, missing estimates by $4.39, while revenue of $889.45 million beat estimates by $2.15 million, representing a 1.80% year-over-year increase. This presentation accompanies their earnings call from August 5, 2026.
ADVANTAGE SOLUTIONS ($ADV) Releases Q2 2026 Earnings
ADVANTAGE SOLUTIONS ($ADV) reported its Q2 2026 earnings, missing both earnings per share and revenue estimates. The company posted earnings of -$3.29 per share against an estimated $1.53, and revenue of $889.45 million against an estimated $896.17 million. Insider trading activity showed 6 purchases and no sales in the last six months, while hedge fund activity indicated mixed sentiment with 37 institutional investors adding shares and 54 decreasing positions.
Advantage Solutions (NASDAQ: ADV) Q2 2026 revenue rises as net loss widens
Advantage Solutions reported a 1.8% increase in Q2 2026 revenues to $889.5 million, while net loss widened significantly to $62.7 million. Adjusted EBITDA declined by 12.2% to $75.8 million, pressured by business mix, higher project costs, and investments. The company reaffirmed its full-year 2026 guidance for revenues, Adjusted EBITDA, and Adjusted Unlevered Free Cash Flow, emphasizing cash generation and debt reduction.
Advantage Solutions CEO to Take Part in Live Fireside Chat Aug. 12
Advantage Solutions (NASDAQ: ADV) announced that CEO Dave Peacock and CFO Chris Growe will participate in the Canaccord Genuity 46th Annual Growth Conference in Boston on August 12, 2026. Peacock is scheduled to hold a live fireside chat at 1:00 p.m. EDT, which will also be available via a listen-only webcast on the company’s investor relations website. The announcement also notes recent insider buying by CEO David A. Peacock and provides historical context of ADV's stock performance following past news events.
Advantage Solutions to Participate in The Canaccord Annual Growth Conference on August 12, 2026
Advantage Solutions Inc. announced that CEO Dave Peacock and CFO Chris Growe will participate in the Canaccord Genuity 46th Annual Growth Conference on August 12, 2026, in Boston. A live fireside chat with Dave Peacock is scheduled for 1:00 pm EDT and will be accessible via webcast on the company's investor relations website. Advantage Solutions is a leading omnichannel retail solutions agency serving CPG brands and retailers in North America.
Advantage Solutions Inc Class A Revenue Breakdown – FWB:6CP
Advantage Solutions Inc Class A (FWB:6CP) generated €3.02 billion in revenue last year. The Experiential Services segment was the top performer, contributing €1.22 billion, while the United States was the largest regional contributor at €2.64 billion. This data provides a breakdown of the company's financial performance by segment and geographic region.
Advantage Solutions to Report Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results
Advantage Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: ADV) announced it will release its second-quarter 2026 financial results on August 5, 2026, at 7 a.m. EDT. A conference call will follow at 8:30 a.m. EDT. Interested parties can access the call via phone or live webcast through the company's investor relations website.
Advantage Solutions (ADV) Proxy filing Summary
Advantage Solutions (ADV) will hold its annual meeting virtually on May 27, 2026, where shareholders will vote on the election of four Class III directors, auditor ratification, and executive compensation. Karman Topco L.P., holding a majority voting stake, plans to support the board's recommendations, which include voting for all proposals. The company also highlights its board structure, corporate governance, and status as a controlled company.
Advantage Solutions lands at No. 18 among the world’s biggest agencies
Advantage Solutions (NASDAQ:ADV) has been ranked the 18th largest global agency company by revenue in the Ad Age Agency Report 2026, with $1.22 billion in marketing and experiential revenue, a 2.6% increase from the prior year. This ranking also positions Advantage Solutions as the largest agency headquartered in St. Louis and one of only 11 U.S.-headquartered agencies in the top 25 worldwide. The company attributes its success to its comprehensive approach to the path to purchase, integrating creative, media, and digital strategy with in-store execution.
Form 4 Advantage Solutions Inc For: 25 June By Investing.com
This article announces the filing of Form 4 for Advantage Solutions Inc. on June 25th, as reported by Investing.com. It is a brief financial news item indicating an insider transaction or significant ownership change for the company, with no further details provided within the text. The article context includes various market data and news headlines, but the central piece of information is the Form 4 filing.
Advantage Solutions Ranked No. 18 Globally in Ad Age Agency Report 2026
Advantage Solutions Inc. has been recognized as the 18th largest agency globally in the Ad Age Agency Report 2026, also making it the largest agency headquartered in St. Louis, driven by $1.22 billion in revenue from its marketing and experiential solutions. CEO Dave Peacock highlighted the company's comprehensive approach across the entire path to purchase, which integrates creative, media, and digital strategies with in-store execution. This achievement underscores Advantage Solutions' successful model of blending brand marketing with retail execution to drive measurable business growth for its clients.
Ad Age Recognizes Advantage Solutions Among 2026 Largest Agencies
Advantage Solutions Inc. has been recognized by the Ad Age Agency Report 2026 as the 18th largest agency company globally, with $1.22 billion in revenue from its marketing and experiential solutions business. This ranking also positions Advantage Solutions as the largest agency headquartered in St. Louis. The company's CEO, Dave Peacock, attributes this success to their comprehensive approach spanning the entire path to purchase, effectively blending brand building with retail execution and data-driven commerce.
Advantage Solutions Inc Class A Actuals & Estimates (NASDAQ:ADV)
This article provides an in-depth financial overview of Advantage Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:ADV), including its stock performance, analyst forecasts, financial actuals and estimates, and key financial metrics. It covers past and projected earnings, revenue, market capitalization, and volatility, along with information on its upcoming earnings report and employee count.
Advantage Solutions (ADV) CFO gifts 14,404 shares in family trust transfer
Advantage Solutions Inc.'s Chief Financial Officer, Christopher Growe, transferred 14,404 shares of Class A Common Stock into a family trust on June 23, 2026, as reported in a Form 4 filing. These gift transactions, which did not involve any consideration, resulted in the family trust holding 16,962 indirect shares and Growe holding 34,340 direct shares. The filing notes that these are non-market, non-cash transfers and do not represent open-market purchases or sales of ADV stock.
Advantage Solutions ranks 18th globally among largest agencies with $1.22B revenue in 2026 Ad Age report
Advantage Solutions Inc. has been recognized as the 18th largest agency worldwide in the 2026 Ad Age Agency Report, achieving $1.22 billion in revenue from its marketing and experiential solutions. This ranking makes it the largest agency headquartered in St. Louis. The company's success is attributed to its integrated approach, combining brand marketing with retail execution and blending creative strategies with data-driven commerce.
Tranche Update on Advantage Solutions Inc.'s Equity Buyback Plan announced on November 9, 2021.
Advantage Solutions Inc. repurchased 94,176 shares for $2.31 million between January 1, 2026, and March 31, 2026. This action completes the buyback program announced on November 9, 2021, totaling 12,988,693 shares for $56.28 million. The company's stock shows significant year-to-date and 5-day performance, with analysts maintaining an "Equalweight" rating but raising price targets.
Private Brands Are Driving Store Choice for the Majority of Consumers, New Report Finds
A new report by Advantage Solutions Inc. and Daymon reveals that private brands are a major factor in consumer store choice, with 71% of shoppers selecting retailers based on their private brand programs. The Summer 2026 Private Brand Intelligence Report highlights that consumers perceive private brands as offering comparable or better value and price than national brands. Key trends include the impact of flavor, wellness, and regulatory changes on shopping habits, emphasizing the growing loyalty consumers have to private label offerings.
[Form 4] Advantage Solutions Inc. Insider Trading Activity
Advantage Solutions Inc. reported insider trading activity involving officer Michael Larry Taylor. Taylor had 7,092 Performance Restricted Stock Units vest and convert into Class A Common Stock. To cover tax obligations, 3,403 shares were withheld by the company, leaving him with 54,337 directly held shares.
Advantage Solutions (ADV) CFO reports PSU vesting and tax share withholding
Advantage Solutions Inc. CFO, Christopher Growe, reported transactions related to his equity compensation. A Performance Restricted Stock Unit (PSU) award vested on June 12, 2026, leading to the exercise of 3,971 PSUs into Class A Common Stock. To cover tax withholding, 2,162 shares were withheld by the company at $39.20 per share, leaving Growe with 41,542 direct and 9,760 indirect shares.
Advantage Solutions (ADV) director receives 4,477 RSU equity award post reverse split
Advantage Solutions Inc. director Robin Manherz received an award of 4,477 restricted stock units (RSUs) of Class A Common Stock as compensation. These RSUs will vest either one year from the grant date or just before the company's first annual stockholder meeting after the grant date, and the figures reflect a 1-for-25 reverse stock split executed on March 26, 2026. Following this grant, Manherz directly holds 18,197 shares.
Director at Advantage Solutions (NYSE: ADV) receives 4,477 RSUs after reverse split
Advantage Solutions director Brian K. Ratzan was granted 4,477 restricted stock units (RSUs), a contingent right to receive Class A Common Stock upon vesting. This award increases his direct holdings to 30,750 shares, with all reported share amounts reflecting a 1-for-25 reverse stock split executed on March 26, 2026. The RSUs vest on the earlier of one year from the grant date or the day before the first annual stockholder meeting after the grant date.
[Form 4] Advantage Solutions Inc. Insider Trading Activity
Advantage Solutions Inc. director James M. Kilts reported an acquisition of 4,477 restricted stock units (RSUs) on May 27, 2026, as detailed in a Form 4 SEC filing. These RSUs convert to Class A Common Stock upon vesting, which is set for one year from the grant date or immediately before the next annual shareholder meeting. Following this transaction, Kilts directly holds 78,236 Class A shares, a figure adjusted for a recent 1-for-25 reverse stock split and including shares from a prior pro-rata distribution.
Advantage Solutions (ADV) director awarded 4,477 RSUs after reverse split
Advantage Solutions director Deborah Poole was awarded 4,477 restricted stock units (RSUs) on May 27, 2026. These RSUs, which represent a contingent right to receive Class A Common Stock, vest on the earlier of one year from the grant date or immediately before the company's first annual stockholders' meeting after the grant. This award reflects a 1-for-25 reverse stock split that Advantage Solutions (ADV) effected on March 26, 2026, and after this transaction, Poole directly holds 16,307 shares of Class A Common Stock.
Advantage Solutions (ADV) director granted 4,477 RSUs, holdings rise to 18,134 shares
Advantage Solutions Inc. director David J. West received an equity award of 4,477 restricted stock units (RSUs) of Class A Common Stock at no cost, increasing his direct holdings to 18,134 shares. These RSUs will vest on the earlier of the one-year anniversary of the grant date or the day before the first annual stockholders' meeting. The reported share amounts reflect a 1-for-25 reverse stock split that Advantage Solutions enacted on March 26, 2026.
Advantage Solutions (ADV) director awarded 4,477 RSUs in equity grant
Advantage Solutions Inc. director Virginie Costa was granted 4,477 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) as an equity award, with no cash cost. These RSUs will vest on the earlier of one year from the grant date or immediately before the first annual stockholders' meeting after the grant. Following this award, Costa directly holds 18,655 shares of Class A Common Stock, with all share amounts adjusted for a 1-for-25 reverse stock split effective March 26, 2026.
Director at Advantage Solutions (NASDAQ: ADV) granted 4,477 RSUs post reverse split
Jody L. Macedonio, a director at Advantage Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: ADV), was granted 4,477 restricted stock units (RSUs) of Class A Common Stock. This grant reflects a 1-for-25 reverse stock split that occurred on March 26, 2026, and increases her direct holdings to 16,043 shares. The RSUs are set to vest on the earlier of one year from the grant date or the day before the first annual stockholder meeting following the grant.
Shareholders back directors, auditor and pay at Advantage Solutions (NASDAQ: ADV)
Advantage Solutions (NASDAQ: ADV) held its 2026 annual stockholders meeting where shareholders approved all key proposals. This included the election of four directors, the ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the independent auditor for 2026, and the advisory approval of executive compensation. A significant majority of outstanding shares, approximately 88.7%, participated in the voting process.
Advantage Solutions (ADV) CEO adds 1,600 shares in open-market buys
Advantage Solutions Inc. (ADV) CEO David A. Peacock purchased an additional 1,600 shares of Class A Common Stock in open-market transactions, increasing his direct holdings to 217,164 shares. The purchases were made over two days at a price of $34.60 per share, totaling $55,360. This insider buying activity, reported in a Form 4 filing, signals a positive sentiment towards the company from its chief executive.
190K Advantage Solutions (ADV) shares distributed to limited partners
Karman Topco L.P., a 10% owner of Advantage Solutions Inc. (ADV), reported an internal restructuring transaction on May 14, 2026. This involved the pro-rata distribution of 190,324 shares of Class A Common Stock to certain limited partners in exchange for their partnership interests, at a stated price of $0.00 per share, indicating no open-market trade. After this distribution, Karman Topco L.P. holds 6,998,347 shares, with all share amounts reflecting a 1-for-25 reverse stock split on March 26, 2026.
Karman Topco adjusts Advantage Solutions (NYSE: ADV) stake to 52.6%
Karman Topco L.P. has filed an amendment to its Schedule 13D, disclosing an adjustment to its ownership in Advantage Solutions Inc. Following the distribution of 190,324 shares to limited partners, Karman Topco now beneficially owns 6,998,347 shares, representing a 52.6% stake in the company. This percentage is based on 13,295,280 shares outstanding as of May 5, 2026, and accounts for a 1-for-25 reverse stock split that took effect on March 26, 2026.
ADV Stock Price, Quote & Chart | ADVANTAGE SOLUTIONS INC (NASDAQ:ADV)
This article provides a detailed overview of Advantage Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: ADV) stock, including its current price, performance, key statistics, and analyst ratings. It highlights that ADV is currently trading at $35.89 USD, showing positive short-term growth but negative longer-term performance. Fundamental analysis suggests some challenges with profitability and health, while technical analysis indicates strong market performance relative to other stocks.
Advantage Solutions Inc. Q1 2026 Earnings Call Summary
Advantage Solutions Inc. reported Q1 2026 results driven by growth in Experiential Services, despite headwinds in Branded Services. The company is focused on technology investments and strategic expansion into non-food sectors, expecting flat to low single-digit revenue growth for the full year with EBITDA flat to down mid-single digits due to mix shifts and ongoing investments. Financial moves include a debt maturity extension to 2030 and a significant debt paydown, reducing net leverage to 4.2x adjusted EBITDA.
Advantage Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ:ADV) Analysts Are Pretty Bullish On The Stock After Recent Results
Analysts are bullish on Advantage Solutions Inc. (ADV) despite a reconfirmation of revenue numbers coming at the cost of a significant expansion in per-share losses for 2026. The company saw a 30% jump in share price after recent quarterly results, with revenues beating expectations, though statutory losses increased. Despite predictions of heavier losses next year, analysts have raised their price target by 51%, suggesting these losses may not be long-term.
Full Transcript: Advantage Solutions Q1 2026 Earnings Call
Advantage Solutions reported a solid first quarter for 2026, with net revenues increasing 4% year-over-year to $723 million and adjusted EBITDA up over 16% to $68 million, exceeding internal expectations. The company is investing in technology and AI to boost workforce productivity and drive sales, particularly through SAP and human capital management system rollouts. Despite ongoing consumer softness and challenges in branded services, Advantage Solutions maintained its full-year guidance, anticipating flat to low single-digit revenue growth and adjusted EBITDA flat to down mid-single digits due to a margin mix shift towards lower-margin businesses.
Advantage Solutions (NASDAQ: ADV) grows Q1 2026 EBITDA and reaffirms 2026 cash flow outlook
Advantage Solutions (NASDAQ: ADV) reported increased Q1 2026 revenues to $869.6 million and a 16.4% rise in Adjusted EBITDA to $67.7 million, driven primarily by strong performance in its Experiential Services segment. Despite a wider net loss, the company reaffirmed its full-year 2026 guidance, expecting flat to low single-digit revenue growth and $250-$275 million in Adjusted Unlevered Free Cash Flow. Advantage Solutions also strengthened its balance sheet by reducing debt and extending maturities, aiming for long-term profitable growth.
Advantage Solutions Inc. (ADV) reports Q1 loss, tops revenue estimates
Advantage Solutions Inc. (ADV) announced a first-quarter GAAP loss of $0.05 per share, although its adjusted earnings per share reached $0.10, surpassing analysts' predictions. The company's revenue for the quarter was $999 million, also exceeding Wall Street estimates. Advantage Solutions provided guidance for the full year 2024, expecting revenue between $4 billion and $4.07 billion.
Advantage Solutions (ADV) grants RSUs and PSUs to executive Johnson
Advantage Solutions (ADV) executive George Ricardo Johnson was granted 13,462 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and 5,769 Performance Restricted Stock Units (PSUs) on April 29, 2026. The RSUs will vest in three equal annual installments, while the PSUs are subject to performance conditions related to Advantage Cash Earnings and Adjusted EBITDA Margin, vesting on the third anniversary of the grant date with a potential range of 0% to 200%. Following the RSU grant, Johnson's direct holdings of Class A Common Stock increased to 25,907 shares.
Advantage Solutions (ADV) CFO receives RSUs, options and PSU grants
Advantage Solutions Inc.'s CFO, Christopher Growe, was granted new equity awards including 25,846 restricted stock units (RSUs), 44,000 stock options with a $50 exercise price, and 11,077 performance restricted stock units (PSUs). These awards have multi-year vesting schedules, with PSUs tied to Advantage Cash Earnings and Adjusted EBITDA Margin performance. Following these grants, Growe directly holds 39,733 shares and indirectly holds 9,760 shares through a family trust.
Advantage Solutions (ADV) CAO awarded 16,000 RSUs vesting over three years
Advantage Solutions' Chief Accounting Officer, Daniel Gore, was granted 16,000 restricted stock units (RSUs) as a compensation award. These RSUs will vest in three equal installments over three years, adding to his direct holding of 22,665 shares of Class A Common Stock. This transaction is a compensation-related equity grant, not an open-market purchase.
Equity grants for Advantage Solutions (NYSE: ADV) executive
Advantage Solutions officer Michael Larry Taylor reported the acquisition of new equity awards. He received 23,692 restricted stock units (RSUs) vesting in three equal annual installments and 10,154 performance restricted stock units (PSUs) tied to Advantage Cash Earnings and Adjusted EBITDA Margin, vesting on the third anniversary with a 0-200% payout. Following these grants, Taylor directly holds 50,648 shares of Class A Common Stock.
Advantage (ADV) CEO receives 56,000 RSUs and 24,000 PSUs in grants
Advantage Solutions Inc. CEO, David A. Peacock, was granted 56,000 restricted stock units (RSUs) and 24,000 performance restricted stock units (PSUs). The RSUs will vest in three equal annual installments, while the PSUs will vest on the third anniversary of the grant date, with the payout range of 0% to 200% based on Advantage Cash Earnings and Adjusted EBITDA Margin performance conditions. Following these grants, Peacock directly holds 4,045,102 shares of Class A Common Stock.
Advantage Solutions (ADV) awards RSUs and performance PSUs to COO
Advantage Solutions (ADV) COO Jeffrey Stephen Harsh received 12,923 restricted stock units (RSUs) and 5,538 performance restricted stock units (PSUs) as equity-based compensation. The RSUs will vest in three equal annual installments, while the PSUs' vesting (0% to 200% of target) is contingent on Advantage Cash Earnings and Adjusted EBITDA Margin performance over three years. Following these grants, Harsh directly holds 18,703 shares of Class A Common Stock, adjusted for a recent 1-for-25 stock split.
Advantage Solutions Inc. (ADV) Reports Next Week: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth
Advantage Solutions Inc. (ADV) is projected to report a year-over-year increase in earnings and a decrease in revenue for the quarter ending March 2026. The company is expected to post earnings of $0.11 per share, representing a 103.7% increase, on revenues of $807.64 million, a 1.7% decrease. Despite a positive past earnings surprise, the company's current Zacks Rank of #5 and an Earnings ESP of 0% make it difficult to predict a beat for its upcoming report on May 6.
Advantage Solutions (ADV) withholds insider shares to cover taxes
Officer Michael Larry Taylor of Advantage Solutions Inc. (ADV) had 387 shares of Class A Common Stock withheld by the company to satisfy tax obligations related to the vesting of his restricted stock units. This transaction was not an open-market sale, and after the withholding, Taylor directly holds 26,956 shares. The shares were valued at $33.76 each for tax purposes.
Advantage Solutions (ADV) CFO updates stock position after RSU tax withholding
Advantage Solutions Inc.'s CFO, Christopher Growe, reported a routine equity compensation activity where 496 shares of Class A Common Stock were withheld for tax obligations on RSU vesting. Following this transaction, Growe directly holds 13,887 shares and indirectly holds 9,760 shares through a family trust. The filing indicates a neutral impact and sentiment regarding this stock position update.
Advantage Solutions Announces Date for its First Quarter 2026 Financial Results and Conference Call
Advantage Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ GS: ADV) has announced that it will release its first-quarter 2026 financial results on May 6, 2026, at 7 a.m. EDT, followed by a conference call at 8:30 a.m. EDT. Investors can access the live call via dial-in numbers or a simultaneous webcast available on the company's Investor Relations website. A replay of the conference call will also be accessible for a limited time.
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