Reddit Surges 1.11 as 40.76 Volume Drop Slides to 59th Rank with 261.9 Earnings Surprise Spur 154.4 Growth Outlook

Reddit (RDDT) closed 1.11% higher on August 25, 2025, despite a 40.76% drop in trading volume to $1.00 billion, ranking 59th in market activity. Analysts highlighted upward revisions in earnings estimates, with a 261.9% average earnings surprise over the past 60 days. Earnings growth is projected at 154.4% and revenue growth at 57.3% for the current fiscal year, driven by strong demand for its platform’s engagement metrics.

Institutional activity included RWA Wealth Partners LLC acquiring 3,890 shares valued at $408,000. Insider transactions saw CTO Christopher Brian Slowe and COO Jennifer L. Wong sell a combined 48,379 shares worth $53.56 million, reflecting mixed signals from key stakeholders. Analysts at Needham & Company raised their price target from $165 to $215, reinforcing a “buy” rating amid optimism about Reddit’s monetization potential.

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