Shutterstock, Inc. SSTK
- Market cap
- $153.0M
- P/E
- 0.0×
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Free account| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | |
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| 25.44 | 29.85 | 31.77 | 33.26 | 28.76 | 62.21 | 44.61 | 33.80 | 28.85 | 14.35 |
Analyst estimates 2026–2028 Powerpack |
Low Price
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| 65.16 | 55.07 | 55.76 | 50.09 | 74.26 | 128.36 | 111.66 | 81.23 | 54.41 | 38.80 |
High Price
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| 858 | 1,130 | 1,029 | 1,116 | 967 | 1,148 | 1,328 | 1,274 | 1,715 | 1,565 |
Employees
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| 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Revenue/Emp
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| 494 | 557 | 623 | 651 | 667 | 773 | 828 | 875 | 935 | 990 |
Revenue
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| 58.91% | 58.16% | 57.05% | 57.24% | 61.07% | 64.10% | 62.03% | 59.68% | 57.63% | 58.90% |
Gross Margin
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| 44 | 30 | 66 | 25 | 90 | 105 | 91 | 122 | 63 | 75 |
EBT
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| 9.00% | 5.40% | 10.61% | 3.83% | 13.43% | 13.54% | 11.00% | 14.00% | 6.69% | 7.61% |
EBT Margin
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| 33 | 17 | 55 | 20 | 72 | 92 | 76 | 110 | 36 | 45 |
Net Income
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| 20 | 35 | 46 | 50 | 41 | 49 | 68 | 80 | 88 | 91 |
Depreciation
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| 14.08 | 16.09 | 17.84 | 18.44 | 18.60 | 21.18 | 22.97 | 24.38 | 26.47 | 28.05 |
Revenue/Sh
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| 0.93 | 0.48 | 1.57 | 0.57 | 2.00 | 2.52 | 2.11 | 3.07 | 1.02 | 1.29 |
Earnings/Sh
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| 2.87 | 3.12 | 2.93 | 2.91 | 4.61 | 5.93 | 4.40 | 3.92 | 0.92 | 4.72 |
Cash Flow/Sh
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| (1.37) | (1.68) | (1.11) | (0.83) | (0.85) | (1.88) | (1.76) | (1.24) | (1.45) | (1.21) |
Capex/Sh
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| 1.50 | 1.44 | 1.82 | 2.08 | 3.76 | 4.05 | 2.63 | 2.67 | (0.53) | 3.51 |
Free CF/Sh
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| 8.16 | 9.09 | 8.21 | 9.30 | 11.77 | 12.83 | 12.42 | 14.69 | 14.67 | 16.46 |
Book Value/Sh
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| 35 | 35 | 35 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 36 | 36 | 35 | 35 |
Shares
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| 51.10 | 90.58 | 22.90 | 76.57 | 36.03 | 44.00 | 25.46 | 15.50 | 30.05 | 14.58 |
PE Ratio
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| 3.38 | 2.70 | 2.02 | 2.33 | 3.85 | 5.23 | 2.34 | 1.95 | 1.15 | 0.68 |
PS Ratio
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| 5.82 | 4.79 | 4.39 | 4.61 | 6.09 | 8.64 | 4.33 | 3.24 | 2.07 | 1.16 |
PB Ratio
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| 2.81 | 2.25 | 1.65 | 1.95 | 3.29 | 4.89 | 2.30 | 1.91 | 1.32 | 0.78 |
EV/Sales
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| 26.36 | 25.04 | 16.18 | 17.30 | 16.28 | 27.80 | 25.09 | 27.54 | (35.83) | 7.42 |
EV/FCF
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| 101 | 108 | 102 | 103 | 165 | 216 | 158 | 141 | 33 | 167 |
Op' Cash Flow
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| (48) | (58) | (39) | (29) | (30) | (69) | (64) | (45) | (51) | (43) |
Capex
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| 53 | 50 | 63 | 73 | 135 | 148 | 95 | 96 | (19) | 124 |
FCF
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| 136 | 95 | 83 | 131 | 232 | 54 | (168) | (160) | (369) | (290) |
Working Cap'
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| — | — | — | 57 | 51 | 45 | 86 | 30 | 278 | 275 |
Total Debt
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| (279) | (253) | (231) | (246) | (378) | (269) | (30) | (70) | 166 | 97 |
Net Debt
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| 287 | 315 | 287 | 328 | 422 | 468 | 447 | 527 | 518 | 581 |
Sh' Equity
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| 6.72% | 3.10% | 9.86% | 3.46% | 10.55% | 11.62% | 8.78% | 11.50% | 3.06% | 3.41% |
ROA
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| 379.83% | 26.93% | 36.34% | 15.41% | 120.93% | 33.82% | 14.00% | 9.36% | 6.27% | 6.92% |
ROIC
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| 11.34% | 5.56% | 18.19% | 6.54% | 19.14% | 20.64% | 16.62% | 22.63% | 6.87% | 8.28% |
ROE
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Shutterstock, Inc. (SSTK) key facts
- Shutterstock, Inc. (SSTK) is an Internet Content & Information company in the Communication Services sector, listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
- Shutterstock, Inc.’s revenue for fiscal 2025 (year ended December 2025) was $989.9 million, up 5.84% from fiscal 2024.
- Net income was $45.5 million, or $1.29 per share (basic), a net margin of 4.60%.
- As of September 25, 2026, SSTK traded at $4.18, a market capitalization of $153.0 million.
- Shutterstock, Inc. pays an annual dividend of $1.08 per share, a yield of 2.37%, with a payout ratio of 32.9%.
- Return on equity was 8.28% and debt-to-equity 0.75.
Shutterstock, Inc. (SSTK) Latest News
12 Aug
Shutterstock integrates its library of high-quality images, videos, music and sound effects directly into Anthropic's Claude AI platform. Integration with Anthropic's Claude expands Shutterstock content distribution into major AI applications and strengthens its market position.
10 Aug
Getty Images Holdings, Inc. held its Q2 2026 earnings call covering financial results, operational metrics and forward outlook in the visual content sector. Competitor earnings release supplies industry benchmarks that can shift sentiment and positioning for Shutterstock.
4 Aug
Shutterstock, Inc. reported its second quarter 2026 financial results. Quarterly earnings reports deliver performance data that can shift near-term investor sentiment and valuation.
23 Jul
Shutterstock expands global access to its Unlimited Downloads Subscription. Subscription expansion can increase Shutterstock's market reach and revenue streams.
22 Jul
Shutterstock updates its capital allocation strategy. Capital allocation updates can alter cash deployment plans and investor expectations around returns.
16 Jul
Shutterstock (SSTK) unveils an evolved AI-powered creative platform. AI platform launch represents major strategic product innovation with potential to shift competitive positioning and growth trajectory.
15 Jul
Shutterstock shares dropped 11.5% after CEO exit and merger collapse reset its strategic path. CEO exit plus merger collapse create major leadership and strategic uncertainty for Shutterstock.
13 Jul
Shutterstock announces leadership transition. Leadership transition may affect strategic direction and operations.
7 Jul
Getty scraps $3.7B Shutterstock acquisition after UK antitrust requires divestiture of key assets, terminating the deal. Failed $3.7B merger leaves Shutterstock independent amid regulatory barriers and continued market competition.
2 Jul
Shutterstock and Getty have terminated their merger. SSTK stock is plummeting in response. Merger cancellation removes major growth catalyst and triggers immediate sharp stock decline.
1 Jul
Getty and Shutterstock merger faces major obstacles in AI era, limiting combined entity's scale and competitive positioning against rivals. Merger setbacks directly threaten Shutterstock's growth strategy and AI market positioning.
Getty withdraws from £2.8bn tie-up with Shutterstock after CMA orders disposal of assets. Blocked £2.8bn merger disrupts Shutterstock's core growth strategy and competitive positioning.
Shutterstock shares plunged 30% after its planned merger with Getty was called off. Failed Getty merger triggered immediate 30% stock plunge and removes key growth pathway.
Getty Images terminates $3.7 billion merger with Shutterstock. Termination of $3.7 billion merger removes major strategic pathway and pressures Shutterstock valuation and operations.
22 Jun
Getty Images stock surges 145% after announcing licensing deal with OpenAI for image content usage. Getty Images OpenAI licensing deal intensifies competitive pressure on Shutterstock in AI image content market.
Getty Images stock surges 145% after announcing licensing deal with OpenAI. Competitor Getty's OpenAI licensing deal shifts AI content market dynamics and pressures SSTK positioning.
Getty Images announces OpenAI licensing deal triggering 145% stock surge. Getty Images OpenAI licensing agreement signals competitive shifts in AI image deals affecting Shutterstock positioning.
Shutterstock is positioned as the profitable stock suitable for decades-long ownership while two other unnamed stocks are dismissed as unsuitable investments. Favorable long-term stock recommendation can lift investor sentiment and produce moderate near-term trading interest in SSTK.
11 Jun
Shutterstock transforms its content library into a human-led, AI-powered creative platform. Core platform shift to AI integration marks major strategic move that can significantly alter competitive positioning and growth trajectory.
31 May
Getty Images and Shutterstock merger receives clearance, advancing the combination of the two major stock image providers and setting the stage for a unified entity with expanded market reach. Merger clearance marks a transformative step that will fundamentally alter Shutterstock's competitive position and long-term trajectory through consolidation.
15 May
UK regulator conditionally approves Shutterstock-Getty Images merger, requiring Shutterstock to divest its editorial business first. Conditional merger approval with mandatory divestiture of Shutterstock's editorial business signals a major strategic restructuring with substantial implications for its competitive positioning and market performance.
13 May
The US Federal Trade Commission sued Shutterstock, Inc. over its subscription plans, alleging deceptive practices that mislead customers on auto-renewals and billing. FTC lawsuit over subscription practices threatens Shutterstock's core revenue model with potential fines, mandated changes, and damaged investor confidence.
11 May
Sonilo partners with Shutterstock to develop the gold standard in licensed AI-generated music. Partnership positions Shutterstock as a pioneer in licensed AI music, expanding into a high-growth sector with potential for substantial revenue diversification and competitive edge.
28 Apr
Shutterstock, Inc. (SSTK) reported first quarter 2026 financial results, highlighting key revenue, profitability metrics, and future outlook. Quarterly financial results reveal revenue growth, margins, and guidance that drive stock volatility and long-term investor confidence.
Shutterstock (NYSE:SSTK) reported Q1 CY2026 sales below analyst estimates. Sales below estimates will moderately impact financial performance and investor sentiment.
Shutterstock (SSTK) reported Q1 earnings per share of $0.52, missing the $1.13 consensus estimate, and revenue of $213.2 million, below the $219.9 million forecast. Missing Q1 earnings and revenue estimates highlights weaker-than-expected financial performance, moderately impacting market sentiment and stock price.
23 Apr
Shutterstock's market narrative shifts amid aggressive AI technology push and growing uncertainty over its proposed merger with Getty Images. AI initiatives and Getty merger doubts represent major strategic developments likely to reshape Shutterstock's competitive edge and investor outlook.
15 Apr
Shutterstock expands commercial-ready generative AI solutions by launching an AI video generator. AI video generator launch marks a major strategic expansion into high-demand video content, strengthening Shutterstock's competitive position in GenAI media.
8 Apr
Shutterstock (SSTK) narrative shifts as merger risks emerge alongside steady fair value, prompting reevaluation of its market position. Merger risks signal major strategic uncertainties capable of significantly altering Shutterstock's trajectory and investor sentiment.
1 Apr
Shutterstock launched a Licensed Content App in ChatGPT, integrating commercial-ready visual assets directly into AI-native workflows for creators. Integration with ChatGPT positions Shutterstock as leader in AI content licensing, driving revenue growth and competitive advantage.