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Pinterest Soars AI-Powered Ads Boost Revenue Above Estimates

In a significant development, Pinterest has announced that its first-quarter revenue will exceed market estimates, thanks to the success of its artificial intelligence (AI)-powered advertising tools. As a result, the company's shares surged 19 percent in extended trading.

This news follows a strong fourth quarter, during which Pinterest reported record monthly active users and revenue. The holiday shopping season proved particularly lucrative for the image-sharing platform, with advertisers turning to its AI-driven ad tools to target users more effectively.

At the heart of Pinterest's strategy are its Performance+ suite and other automation features, designed to help advertisers maximize their return on investment (ROI). According to CEO Bill Ready, Our strategy is paying off. People are coming to Pinterest more often, and the platform has never been more actionable.

The company's success can be attributed in part to its appeal among Gen Z users and the introduction of shoppable content. Additionally, Pinterest's third-party ad deals with Google and Amazon.com have helped diversify its revenue streams.

While some analysts note that executing these partnerships has historically taken time, others believe that expanding integrations could unlock new revenue opportunities. E-commerce merchants on Shopify or Adobe Commerce can already integrate their products into Pinterest using platform-specific extensions.

Pinterest's first-quarter revenue forecast of $837 million to $852 million exceeds analysts' average estimate of $832.8 million, according to data compiled by LSEG. The company also expects adjusted core earnings of $155 million to $170 million, above the average estimate of $140.8 million.

Notably, global monthly active users on the platform reached an all-time high of 553 million, surpassing estimates of 545.8 million and representing a year-over-year increase of 11 percent.

Revenue in the fourth quarter ended December 31 grew 18 percent to $1.15 billion, compared with estimates of $1.14 billion. While adjusted profit per share of 56 cents missed estimates of 65 cents due to certain tax adjustments, the company's overall performance demonstrates its growing appeal and potential for future growth.

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