CTCT
CTCT
Constant Contact, Inc.Income Statement
| Period | Revenue | Operating Expense | Net Income | Net Profit Margin | Earnings Per Share | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3-2015 | $91.86M ▲ | $57.6M ▼ | $6.4M ▲ | 6.96% ▲ | $0.2 ▲ | $15.82M ▲ |
| Q2-2015 | $91.53M ▲ | $61.02M ▼ | $3.83M ▲ | 4.18% ▲ | $0.12 ▲ | $12.24M ▲ |
| Q1-2015 | $90.42M ▲ | $61.69M ▲ | $3.55M ▼ | 3.93% ▼ | $0.11 ▼ | $10.21M ▼ |
| Q4-2014 | $88.05M ▲ | $56.48M ▲ | $6.25M ▲ | 7.1% ▲ | $0.2 ▲ | $13.54M ▼ |
| Q3-2014 | $83.49M | $52.19M | $5.2M | 6.23% | $0.16 | $14.58M |
What's going well?
CTCT managed to grow profits sharply by keeping expenses in check, even though sales barely grew. Margins improved, and the business remains high-margin and cash-generating. No debt or unusual charges make the results clean and reliable.
What's concerning?
Revenue growth has stalled, which could limit future profit gains. Lower spending on sales and marketing may hurt customer growth down the road. Heavy reliance on cost cuts for profit improvement may not be sustainable long term.
Balance Statement
| Period | Cash & Short-term | Total Assets | Total Liabilities | Total Equity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3-2015 | $180.51M ▼ | $348.43M ▼ | $64.97M ▼ | $283.46M ▲ |
| Q2-2015 | $180.7M ▲ | $349.25M ▲ | $68.52M ▲ | $280.73M ▲ |
| Q1-2015 | $179.1M ▲ | $340.09M ▲ | $66.64M ▲ | $273.44M ▲ |
| Q4-2014 | $162.62M ▲ | $322.87M ▲ | $58.55M ▼ | $264.31M ▲ |
| Q3-2014 | $154.46M | $320.71M | $61.97M | $258.74M |
What's financially strong about this company?
The company has more than enough cash to cover all debts and bills, with a current ratio over 3x. Equity is strong, and the business is not reliant on borrowing. Customers are prepaying for services, which helps cash flow.
What are the financial risks or weaknesses?
About a quarter of assets are goodwill and intangibles, which could be written down if acquisitions underperform. Growth in cash and assets has stalled, and deferred revenue dipped slightly.
Cash Flow Statement
| Period | Net Income | Cash From Operations | Cash From Investing | Cash From Financing | Net Change | Free Cash Flow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3-2015 | $6.4M ▲ | $14.3M ▲ | $-512K ▲ | $-7.79M ▼ | $5.99M ▲ | $7.73M ▲ |
| Q2-2015 | $3.83M ▲ | $12.59M ▼ | $-11.51M ▼ | $-331K ▼ | $760K ▼ | $2.06M ▼ |
| Q1-2015 | $3.55M ▼ | $20.22M ▲ | $-3.01M ▲ | $1.58M ▲ | $18.78M ▲ | $14.97M ▲ |
| Q4-2014 | $6.25M ▲ | $16.11M ▼ | $-9.24M ▼ | $-4.5M ▼ | $2.36M ▼ | $12.77M ▲ |
| Q3-2014 | $5.2M | $18.35M | $-7.08M | $3.1M | $14.37M | $11.39M |
What's strong about this company's cash flow?
CTCT is consistently generating more cash than it reports in profits, with free cash flow rising sharply this quarter. The company is self-funding, has a strong cash cushion, and is returning cash to shareholders through buybacks.
What are the cash flow concerns?
Stock-based compensation is a meaningful expense, and buybacks may not always be sustainable if cash flow drops. No dividends means returns rely entirely on buybacks.
5-Year Trend Analysis
A comprehensive look at Constant Contact, Inc.'s financial evolution and strategic trajectory over the past five years.
Key strengths include consistent revenue growth, high and stable gross margins, and improving operating profitability. The balance sheet is conservative, with strong liquidity and low leverage, giving the company resilience and strategic flexibility. Cash generation is robust, with rising operating and free cash flow supporting ongoing investment and selective share repurchases. On the strategic side, Constant Contact benefits from a well‑recognized brand in the small‑business space, an integrated, user‑friendly platform, and a clear focus on innovation and customer education tailored to time‑constrained, non‑expert users.
Notable risks center on competition, spending discipline, and acquisition execution. The digital marketing market is highly competitive, with powerful rivals and low to moderate switching costs, and Constant Contact has already seen some pressure on market share. On the financial side, elevated and growing sales, marketing, and overhead costs could squeeze margins if revenue growth slows. The substantial goodwill from acquisitions reflects a reliance on deals that must be integrated and monetized effectively; any missteps could lead to write‑downs or weaker returns. Finally, rapid technological change, especially around AI, means the company must continue to innovate effectively just to maintain its current position.
The overall outlook from the provided data is cautiously favorable. The company appears to have a scalable, cash‑generative business model, a strong financial foundation, and an innovation agenda aligned with the needs of small organizations. If it can sustain revenue growth while keeping cost growth in check, and continue to evolve its AI‑driven, all‑in‑one platform, it is well positioned to remain a meaningful player in its niche. At the same time, outcomes will depend heavily on its ability to differentiate in a crowded market, execute acquisitions thoughtfully, and stay ahead of shifting digital marketing trends.
About Constant Contact, Inc.
https://www.constantcontact.comConstant Contact, Inc. is an online marketing company that provides email marketing services, social media campaigns, and other digital marketing tools primarily for small businesses and nonprofits. The company was founded in 1995 as Roving Software and changed its name to Constant Contact in 2004. It went public in 2007 and was later acquired by Endurance International Group in 2015.
Income Statement
| Period | Revenue | Operating Expense | Net Income | Net Profit Margin | Earnings Per Share | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3-2015 | $91.86M ▲ | $57.6M ▼ | $6.4M ▲ | 6.96% ▲ | $0.2 ▲ | $15.82M ▲ |
| Q2-2015 | $91.53M ▲ | $61.02M ▼ | $3.83M ▲ | 4.18% ▲ | $0.12 ▲ | $12.24M ▲ |
| Q1-2015 | $90.42M ▲ | $61.69M ▲ | $3.55M ▼ | 3.93% ▼ | $0.11 ▼ | $10.21M ▼ |
| Q4-2014 | $88.05M ▲ | $56.48M ▲ | $6.25M ▲ | 7.1% ▲ | $0.2 ▲ | $13.54M ▼ |
| Q3-2014 | $83.49M | $52.19M | $5.2M | 6.23% | $0.16 | $14.58M |
What's going well?
CTCT managed to grow profits sharply by keeping expenses in check, even though sales barely grew. Margins improved, and the business remains high-margin and cash-generating. No debt or unusual charges make the results clean and reliable.
What's concerning?
Revenue growth has stalled, which could limit future profit gains. Lower spending on sales and marketing may hurt customer growth down the road. Heavy reliance on cost cuts for profit improvement may not be sustainable long term.
Balance Statement
| Period | Cash & Short-term | Total Assets | Total Liabilities | Total Equity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3-2015 | $180.51M ▼ | $348.43M ▼ | $64.97M ▼ | $283.46M ▲ |
| Q2-2015 | $180.7M ▲ | $349.25M ▲ | $68.52M ▲ | $280.73M ▲ |
| Q1-2015 | $179.1M ▲ | $340.09M ▲ | $66.64M ▲ | $273.44M ▲ |
| Q4-2014 | $162.62M ▲ | $322.87M ▲ | $58.55M ▼ | $264.31M ▲ |
| Q3-2014 | $154.46M | $320.71M | $61.97M | $258.74M |
What's financially strong about this company?
The company has more than enough cash to cover all debts and bills, with a current ratio over 3x. Equity is strong, and the business is not reliant on borrowing. Customers are prepaying for services, which helps cash flow.
What are the financial risks or weaknesses?
About a quarter of assets are goodwill and intangibles, which could be written down if acquisitions underperform. Growth in cash and assets has stalled, and deferred revenue dipped slightly.
Cash Flow Statement
| Period | Net Income | Cash From Operations | Cash From Investing | Cash From Financing | Net Change | Free Cash Flow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3-2015 | $6.4M ▲ | $14.3M ▲ | $-512K ▲ | $-7.79M ▼ | $5.99M ▲ | $7.73M ▲ |
| Q2-2015 | $3.83M ▲ | $12.59M ▼ | $-11.51M ▼ | $-331K ▼ | $760K ▼ | $2.06M ▼ |
| Q1-2015 | $3.55M ▼ | $20.22M ▲ | $-3.01M ▲ | $1.58M ▲ | $18.78M ▲ | $14.97M ▲ |
| Q4-2014 | $6.25M ▲ | $16.11M ▼ | $-9.24M ▼ | $-4.5M ▼ | $2.36M ▼ | $12.77M ▲ |
| Q3-2014 | $5.2M | $18.35M | $-7.08M | $3.1M | $14.37M | $11.39M |
What's strong about this company's cash flow?
CTCT is consistently generating more cash than it reports in profits, with free cash flow rising sharply this quarter. The company is self-funding, has a strong cash cushion, and is returning cash to shareholders through buybacks.
What are the cash flow concerns?
Stock-based compensation is a meaningful expense, and buybacks may not always be sustainable if cash flow drops. No dividends means returns rely entirely on buybacks.
5-Year Trend Analysis
A comprehensive look at Constant Contact, Inc.'s financial evolution and strategic trajectory over the past five years.
Key strengths include consistent revenue growth, high and stable gross margins, and improving operating profitability. The balance sheet is conservative, with strong liquidity and low leverage, giving the company resilience and strategic flexibility. Cash generation is robust, with rising operating and free cash flow supporting ongoing investment and selective share repurchases. On the strategic side, Constant Contact benefits from a well‑recognized brand in the small‑business space, an integrated, user‑friendly platform, and a clear focus on innovation and customer education tailored to time‑constrained, non‑expert users.
Notable risks center on competition, spending discipline, and acquisition execution. The digital marketing market is highly competitive, with powerful rivals and low to moderate switching costs, and Constant Contact has already seen some pressure on market share. On the financial side, elevated and growing sales, marketing, and overhead costs could squeeze margins if revenue growth slows. The substantial goodwill from acquisitions reflects a reliance on deals that must be integrated and monetized effectively; any missteps could lead to write‑downs or weaker returns. Finally, rapid technological change, especially around AI, means the company must continue to innovate effectively just to maintain its current position.
The overall outlook from the provided data is cautiously favorable. The company appears to have a scalable, cash‑generative business model, a strong financial foundation, and an innovation agenda aligned with the needs of small organizations. If it can sustain revenue growth while keeping cost growth in check, and continue to evolve its AI‑driven, all‑in‑one platform, it is well positioned to remain a meaningful player in its niche. At the same time, outcomes will depend heavily on its ability to differentiate in a crowded market, execute acquisitions thoughtfully, and stay ahead of shifting digital marketing trends.

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