
Upstart delivered strong Q2 results with 50% YoY originations growth and 42% revenue growth, returning to GAAP profitability. I maintain a "Neutral" rating on UPST, citing valuation compression as investors compare it to traditional lenders despite its AI-driven underwriting. Management reaffirmed $1.3 billion revenue guidance and a 21% adjusted EBITDA margin for 2026, targeting 35% annual revenue growth over three years.










