(ZIP) Ziprecruiter - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NYSE • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US98980B1035

JobPosting, RecruitmentServices, OnlineMarketplace

ZIP EPS (Earnings per Share)

EPS (Earnings per Share) of ZIP over the last years for every Quarter: "2020-03": -0.089831717518887, "2020-06": 0.17284621121235, "2020-09": 0.18729937420966, "2020-12": 0.42719918290587, "2021-03": 0.1280879541109, "2021-06": -0.54635775282757, "2021-09": 0.17442320160665, "2021-12": 0.16595505795658, "2022-03": 0.06624950806769, "2022-06": 0.10564827425035, "2022-09": 0.17157165512061, "2022-12": 0.16611540189555, "2023-03": 0.045561172534187, "2023-06": 0.13640804788511, "2023-09": 0.22993687146036, "2023-12": 0.054625883996391, "2024-03": -0.065732301287363, "2024-06": 0.068067349216362, "2024-09": -0.026095344468701, "2024-12": -0.10947579827159, "2025-03": -0.13084045438786, "2025-06": -0.10495865031081,

ZIP Revenue

Revenue of ZIP over the last years for every Quarter: 2020-03: 113.292, 2020-06: 87.655, 2020-09: 102.851, 2020-12: 114.344, 2021-03: 125.372, 2021-06: 182.96, 2021-09: 212.672, 2021-12: 220.137, 2022-03: 227.26, 2022-06: 239.943, 2022-09: 226.968, 2022-12: 210.478, 2023-03: 183.749, 2023-06: 170.421, 2023-09: 155.63, 2023-12: 135.922, 2024-03: 122.239, 2024-06: 123.658, 2024-09: 117.084, 2024-12: 111.02, 2025-03: 110.065, 2025-06: 112.232,

Description: ZIP Ziprecruiter

ZipRecruiter, Inc. operates a two-sided online marketplace connecting job seekers and employers globally, with a primary presence in the United States. The platform allows employers to post jobs and access features, while job seekers can apply to jobs with ease. Founded in 2010, the company is headquartered in Santa Monica, California.

To evaluate ZipRecruiters performance, key metrics to consider include revenue growth, customer acquisition costs, and the number of job postings and resumes on the platform. The companys ability to monetize its user base and maintain a competitive edge in the online recruitment space is crucial. With a market capitalization of $461.73 million, ZipRecruiters financial health and scalability are essential to its long-term success.

Analyzing ZipRecruiters stock, we can examine metrics such as trading volume, short interest, and institutional ownership to gauge market sentiment. Additionally, comparing the companys valuation multiples to industry peers can provide insight into its relative attractiveness. The forward P/E ratio of 26.88 suggests that investors expect significant earnings growth in the future.

To further assess ZipRecruiters prospects, we can look at its user engagement, customer retention rates, and the competitiveness of its pricing strategy. The companys ability to adapt to changing labor market trends and technological advancements will also be crucial in maintaining its market position. Key performance indicators (KPIs) such as average revenue per user (ARPU), customer lifetime value (CLV), and the ratio of operating expenses to revenue can provide valuable insights into ZipRecruiters operational efficiency and financial sustainability.

ZIP Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 421m
Sub-Industry Interactive Media & Services
IPO / Inception 2021-05-26

ZIP Stock Ratings

Growth Rating -90.7%
Fundamental 30.4%
Dividend Rating -
Return 12m vs S&P 500 -56.7%
Analyst Rating 3.25 of 5

ZIP Dividends

Currently no dividends paid

ZIP Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m -24.9%
Growth Correlation 12m -94.3%
Growth Correlation 5y -95.9%
CAGR 5y -35.31%
CAGR/Max DD 3y -0.41
CAGR/Mean DD 3y -0.67
Sharpe Ratio 12m -1.32
Alpha -52.91
Beta 0.195
Volatility 54.69%
Current Volume 438.8k
Average Volume 20d 1036.3k
Stop Loss 4.5 (-8.2%)
Signal -0.24

Piotroski VR‑10 (Strict, 0-10) 2.0

Net Income (-35.7m TTM) > 0 and > 6% of Revenue (6% = 27.0m TTM)
FCFTA 0.03 (>2.0%) and ΔFCFTA -8.57pp (YES ≥ +1.0pp, WARN ≥ +0.5pp)
NWC/Revenue 83.47% (prev 91.71%; Δ -8.24pp) (YES ≤20% & Δ≤-1pp; WARN ≤25% & Δ≤0 oder ≤40% & Δ≤-3pp)
CFO/TA 0.04 (>3.0%) and CFO 22.5m > Net Income -35.7m (YES >=105%, WARN >=100%)
Current Ratio 5.49 (target 1.5–3.0; WARN 1.2–<1.5 or >3.0–5.0; CFO/TA gate active)
Outstanding Shares last Quarter (90.6m) change vs 12m ago -12.11% (target <= -2.0% for YES)
Gross Margin 89.45% (prev 89.51%; Δ -0.06pp) >=18% & Δ>=+0.5pp (WARN >=15% & Δ>=0)
Asset Turnover 71.62% (prev 80.79%; Δ -9.16pp) >=50% & Δ>=+2pp (WARN >=35% & Δ>=0)
Interest Coverage Ratio -0.41 (EBITDA TTM 449.0k / Interest Expense TTM 29.7m) >= 6 (WARN >= 3)

Altman Z'' 3.57

(A) 0.63 = (Total Current Assets 459.7m - Total Current Liabilities 83.7m) / Total Assets 592.4m
(B) -0.11 = Retained Earnings (Balance) -65.2m / Total Assets 592.4m
(C) -0.02 = EBIT TTM -12.3m / Avg Total Assets 628.8m
(D) -0.10 = Book Value of Equity -65.2m / Total Liabilities 658.3m
Total Rating: 3.57 = (6.56 * A) + (3.26 * B) + (6.72 * C) + (1.05 * D)

ValueRay F-Score (Strict, 0-100) 30.43

1. Piotroski 2.0pt = -3.0
2. FCF Yield 3.27% = 1.64
3. FCF Margin 3.97% = 0.99
4. Debt/Equity 40.68 = -2.50
5. Debt/Ebitda data missing
6. ROIC - WACC -5.84% = -7.30
7. RoE data missing
8. Rev. Trend -95.95% = -4.80
9. Rev. CAGR -22.59% = -2.50
10. EPS Trend -84.02% = -2.10
11. EPS CAGR 0.0% = 0.0

What is the price of ZIP shares?

As of September 14, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 4.90 with a total of 438,758 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -0.41%, over one month by +26.94%, over three months by -14.93% and over the past year by -48.48%.

Is Ziprecruiter a good stock to buy?

No, based on ValueRay´s Fundamental Analyses, Ziprecruiter (NYSE:ZIP) is currently (September 2025) a stock to sell. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 30.43 and therefor a negative outlook according to the companies health.
Based on momentum, paid dividends and discounted-cash-flow analyses, the fair value of ZIP is around 3.18 USD . This means that ZIP is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -35.1%.

Is ZIP a buy, sell or hold?

Ziprecruiter has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.25. Therefor, it is recommend to hold ZIP.
  • Strong Buy: 1
  • Buy: 0
  • Hold: 7
  • Sell: 0
  • Strong Sell: 0

What are the forecasts/targets for the ZIP price?

Issuer Target Up/Down from current
Wallstreet Target Price 5.8 18.4%
Analysts Target Price 5.8 18.4%
ValueRay Target Price 3.4 -30.8%

Last update: 2025-09-08 04:55

ZIP Fundamental Data Overview

Market Cap USD = 420.6m (420.6m USD * 1.0 USD.USD)
CCE Cash And Equivalents = 421.2m USD (Cash And Short Term Investments, last quarter)
P/E Forward = 20.0803
P/S = 0.9337
P/B = 39.7256
Beta = 1.123
Revenue TTM = 450.4m USD
EBIT TTM = -12.3m USD
EBITDA TTM = 449.0k USD
Long Term Debt = 544.2m USD (from longTermDebt, last quarter)
Short Term Debt = 2.18m USD (from shortTermDebt, last quarter)
Debt = 546.4m USD (Calculated: Short Term 2.18m + Long Term 544.2m)
Net Debt = -189.3m USD (from netDebt column, last quarter)
Enterprise Value = 545.8m USD (420.6m + Debt 546.4m - CCE 421.2m)
Interest Coverage Ratio = -0.41 (Ebit TTM -12.3m / Interest Expense TTM 29.7m)
FCF Yield = 3.27% (FCF TTM 17.9m / Enterprise Value 545.8m)
FCF Margin = 3.97% (FCF TTM 17.9m / Revenue TTM 450.4m)
Net Margin = -7.93% (Net Income TTM -35.7m / Revenue TTM 450.4m)
Gross Margin = 89.45% ((Revenue TTM 450.4m - Cost of Revenue TTM 47.5m) / Revenue TTM)
Tobins Q-Ratio = -8.37 (set to none) (Enterprise Value 545.8m / Book Value Of Equity -65.2m)
Interest Expense / Debt = 1.35% (Interest Expense 7.40m / Debt 546.4m)
Taxrate = 21.0% (US default)
NOPAT = -12.3m (EBIT -12.3m, no tax applied on loss)
Current Ratio = 5.49 (Total Current Assets 459.7m / Total Current Liabilities 83.7m)
Debt / Equity = 40.68 (Debt 546.4m / last Fiscal Year total Stockholder Equity 13.4m)
Debt / EBITDA = 1217 (Net Debt -189.3m / EBITDA 449.0k)
Debt / EBITDA = 1217 --> set to None
Debt / FCF = 30.57 (Debt 546.4m / FCF TTM 17.9m)
Total Stockholder Equity = -12.5m (last 4 quarters mean)
RoA = -6.03% (Net Income -35.7m, Total Assets 592.4m )
RoE = unknown (Net Income TTM -35.7m / Total Stockholder Equity -12.5m)
RoCE = -2.31% (Ebit -12.3m / (Equity -12.5m + L.T.Debt 544.2m))
RoIC = -2.31% (NOPAT -12.3m / Invested Capital 531.2m)
WACC = 3.53% (E(420.6m)/V(966.9m) * Re(6.73%)) + (D(546.4m)/V(966.9m) * Rd(1.35%) * (1-Tc(0.21)))
Shares Correlation 3-Years: -93.94 | Cagr: -2.51%
Discount Rate = 6.73% (= CAPM, Blume Beta Adj.) -> floored to rf + ERP 8.05%
[DCF Debug] Terminal Value 74.80% ; FCFE base≈41.6m ; Y1≈33.7m ; Y5≈23.4m
Fair Price DCF = 5.99 (DCF Value 433.8m / Shares Outstanding 72.4m; 5y FCF grow -22.81% → 3.0% )
Revenue Correlation: -95.95 | Revenue CAGR: -22.59%
Rev Growth-of-Growth: 19.99
EPS Correlation: -84.02 | EPS CAGR: 0.0%
EPS Growth-of-Growth: -74.42

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