ZipRecruiter Stock On Fire: Up 40% With 8-Day Winning Streak
ZipRecruiter (ZIP) stock hit day 8 of a continuous streak of days with gains, with cumulative gains over this period amounting to a 40% return. The company has gained about $103 Mil in value over the last 8 days, with its current market capitalization at about $364 Mil. The stock remains 25.4% below its value at the end of 2024. This compares with year-to-date returns of 16.5% for the S&P 500.
ZipRecruiter’s recent rally stems from strong Q3 results and Q4 guidance projecting year-over-year growth. A 140% jump in AI-driven job seeker visits highlights product momentum, bolstered by rising enterprise adoption and ongoing share buybacks as the labor market signals a thaw.
What is the point? Momentum often precedes conviction. A multi-day win streak can signal growing investor confidence or spark follow-on buying. Tracking such trends can help you ride the strength, or prepare for a well-timed entry if momentum fades. Our take: There is a lot to fear in ZIP stock given its overall Very Weak operating performance and financial condition. In addition, keeping in mind its High valuation, we think that the stock is Very Unattractive (see Buy or Sell ZIP).
For quick background, ZIP provides an online marketplace connecting job seekers and employers, facilitating efficient recruitment and hiring processes.
Comparing ZIP Stock Returns With The S&P 500
The following table summarizes the return for ZIP stock vs. the S&P 500 index over different periods, including the current streak:
| Return Period | ZIP | S&P 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1D | 4.7% | 0.3% |
| 8D (Current Streak) | 39.5% | 4.8% |
| 1M (21D) | 29.8% | -0.0% |
| 3M (63D) | 4.2% | 5.3% |
| YTD 2025 | -25.4% | 16.5% |
| 2024 | -47.9% | 23.3% |
| 2023 | -15.3% | 24.2% |
| 2022 | -34.2% | -19.4% |
However, big gains can follow sharp reversals – but how has ZIP behaved after prior drops? See ZIP Dip Buyer Analysis to learn more.
Gains and Losses Streaks: S&P 500 Constituents
There are currently 44 S&P constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive gains and 91 constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive losses.
| Consecutive Days | # of Gainers | # of Losers |
|---|---|---|
| 3D | 6 | 64 |
| 4D | 9 | 17 |
| 5D | 8 | 10 |
| 6D | 10 | 0 |
| 7D or more | 11 | 0 |
| Total >=3 D | 44 | 91 |
Key Financials for ZipRecruiter (ZIP)
Last 2 Fiscal Years:
| Metric | FY2023 | FY2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $645.7 Mil | $474.0 Mil |
| Operating Income | $79.4 Mil | $1.3 Mil |
| Net Income | $49.1 Mil | $-12.9 Mil |
Last 2 Fiscal Quarters:
| Metric | 2025 FQ2 | 2025 FQ3 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $112.2 Mil | $115.0 Mil |
| Operating Income | $-6.7 Mil | $-5.0 Mil |
| Net Income | $-9.5 Mil | $-9.8 Mil |
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