Wayfair Surges 12.66% on Earnings Beat as $870M Volume Ranks 103rd in Market Activity

Wayfair (W) surged 12.66% on August 4, 2025, with a trading volume of $0.87 billion, ranking 103rd in market activity. The stock’s rally followed a Q2 earnings report that exceeded expectations, with adjusted earnings of $0.87 per share (up 85% year-over-year) and revenue of $3.27 billion, surpassing analyst forecasts. U.S. sales grew 5.3% to $2.9 billion, reflecting resilience amid trade challenges.

The results highlighted improved profitability, with adjusted EBITDA expanding to $205 million and a 6.3% margin. While active customers declined 4.5% to 21 million, revenue per customer rose 5.9% to $572. CEO Niraj Shah emphasized the company’s ability to grow profitably and gain market share, noting 6% sales growth excluding the Germany exit. The stock’s 47% year-to-date gain underscores investor confidence in its strategic focus on operating leverage and customer retention.

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