Biggest changeYears Ended December 31, 2024 2023 2022 (In thousands) Dollars % of Revenue Dollars % of Revenue Dollars % of Revenue Revenues $ 356,047 100.0 % $ 371,343 100.0 % $ 376,423 100.0 % Cost of revenues 208,708 58.6 % 205,580 55.3 % 205,294 54.5 % Selling and marketing 57,622 16.2 % 63,322 17.1 % 68,453 18.2 % Research and development 33,066 9.3 % 33,701 9.1 % 36,987 9.8 % General and administrative 47,679 13.4 % 51,192 13.8 % 61,200 16.3 % Amortization of intangible assets 3,057 0.9 % 5,213 1.4 % 27,096 7.2 % Impairment of goodwill 63,000 17.7 % 78,200 21.0 % 46,300 12.3 % Impairment of right-of-use and long-lived assets 1,397 0.4 % 1,502 0.4 % 156 — % Restructuring 1,027 0.3 % 6,234 1.7 % 5,810 1.5 % Total expenses from operations 415,556 116.7 % 444,944 119.8 % 451,296 119.9 % Loss from operations (59,509) (16.7) % (73,601) (19.8) % (74,873) (19.9) % Interest expense, net (1,883) (0.5) % (1,445) (0.4) % (915) (0.2) % Other income, net 651 0.2 % 42 — % 9,785 2.6 % Gain (loss) from foreign currency transactions 1,417 0.4 % (2,824) (0.8) % 1,166 0.3 % Loss before income taxes (59,324) (16.7) % (77,828) (21.0) % (64,837) (17.2) % Income tax provision (924) (0.3) % (1,533) (0.4) % (1,724) (0.5) % Net loss $ (60,248) (16.9) % $ (79,361) (21.4) % $ (66,561) (17.7) % 29 Table of Conte nt s Revenues Our products and services are organized around two solution groups: • Content & Ad Measurement represents the measurement portion of our business - measuring audiences across content and advertisements for linear TV, CTV, desktops, laptops, tablets and mobile devices.
Biggest changeYears Ended December 31, 2025 2024 2023 (In thousands) Dollars % of Revenue Dollars % of Revenue Dollars % of Revenue Revenues $ 357,469 100.0 % $ 356,047 100.0 % $ 371,343 100.0 % Cost of revenues 212,761 59.5 % 208,708 58.6 % 205,580 55.3 % Selling and marketing 59,902 16.8 % 57,622 16.2 % 63,322 17.1 % Research and development 30,174 8.4 % 33,066 9.3 % 33,701 9.1 % General and administrative 47,594 13.3 % 47,679 13.4 % 51,192 13.8 % Amortization of intangible assets 2,529 0.7 % 3,057 0.9 % 5,213 1.4 % Impairment of goodwill — — % 63,000 17.7 % 78,200 21.0 % Impairment of right-of-use and long-lived assets — — % 1,397 0.4 % 1,502 0.4 % Restructuring — — % 1,027 0.3 % 6,234 1.7 % Total expenses from operations 352,960 98.7 % 415,556 116.7 % 444,944 119.8 % Income (loss) from operations 4,509 1.3 % (59,509) (16.7) % (73,601) (19.8) % (Loss) gain from foreign currency transactions (5,892) (1.6) % 1,417 0.4 % (2,824) (0.8) % Interest expense, net (6,693) (1.9) % (1,883) (0.5) % (1,445) (0.4) % Other income, net — — % 651 0.2 % 42 — % Loss before income taxes (8,076) (2.3) % (59,324) (16.7) % (77,828) (21.0) % Income tax provision (1,928) (0.5) % (924) (0.3) % (1,533) (0.4) % Net loss $ (10,004) (2.8) % $ (60,248) (16.9) % $ (79,361) (21.4) % 29 Table of Conte nt s Revenues Our products and services are organized around two solution groups: • Content & Ad Measurement represents the measurement portion of our business - measuring audiences across content and advertisements for linear TV, CTV, desktops, laptops, tablets and mobile devices.
Initial proceeds from the Term Loan were used to resolve our aged accounts payable, cash collateralize our outstanding letters of credit, pay transaction fees and expenses, and strengthen our cash position. As of December 31, 2024, we had no borrowings outstanding under the Revolving Facility, with remaining borrowing capacity of $15.0 million.
Initial proceeds from the Term Loan were used to resolve our aged accounts payable, cash collateralize our outstanding letters of credit, pay transaction fees and expenses, and strengthen our cash position. As of December 31, 2025, we had no borrowings outstanding under the Revolving Facility, with remaining borrowing capacity of $15.0 million.
The impairment charge was driven by the execution of a sublease for an office space for which expected cash receipts are less than the cash disbursements for the primary lease. In the quarter ended September 30, 2023, we recorded an impairment charge of $1.5 million related to certain office space lease right-of-use assets and related long-lived assets.
The impairment charge was driven by the execution of a sublease for an office space for which expected cash receipts were less than the cash disbursements for the primary lease. In the quarter ended September 30, 2023, we recorded an impairment charge of $1.5 million related to certain office space lease right-of-use assets and related long-lived assets.
Although we cannot quantify the impact of macroeconomic factors on our future results, any worsening of ad market conditions could negatively impact our financial position and liquidity. Preferred Stock On March 10, 2021, we issued 82,527,609 shares of Preferred Stock in exchange for gross cash proceeds of $204.0 million.
Although we cannot quantify the impact of macroeconomic factors on our future results, any worsening of ad market conditions could negatively impact our financial position and liquidity. Preferred Stock On March 10, 2021, we issued 82,527,609 shares of Series B Preferred Stock in exchange for gross cash proceeds of $204.0 million.
Our assumed long-term growth rate was based on projected long-term inflation and gross domestic product growth estimates for the countries in which we operate and a long-term growth estimate for our business and the industry in which we operate. The long-term growth rate selected for the 2024, 2023 and 2022 annual impairment analyses was 3.0%.
Our assumed long-term growth rate was based on projected long-term inflation and gross domestic product growth estimates for the countries in which we operate and a long-term growth estimate for our business and the industry in which we operate. The long-term growth rate selected for the 2025, 2024 and 2023 annual impairment analyses was 3.0%.
Data costs increased primarily due to higher data licensing costs to expand our data footprint and data rights, as well as a credit of $2.5 million recognized in 2023 under the data licensing agreement with Charter Communications which did not recur in 2024.
Data costs increased primarily due to higher data licensing costs to expand our data footprint and data rights, as well as a credit of $2.5 million recognized in 2023 under the data licensing agreement with Charter Operating which did not recur in 2024.
On June 27, 2024, each holder of Preferred Stock further waived its right to receive the deferred dividends on or before June 30, 2024. In addition, each holder waived its right to receive on June 30, 2024 the annual dividends otherwise payable on that date for the dividend period ending June 29, 2024.
On June 27, 2024, each holder of Series B Preferred Stock further waived its right to receive the deferred dividends on or before June 30, 2024. In addition, each holder waived its right to receive on June 30, 2024 the annual dividends otherwise payable on that date for the dividend period ending June 29, 2024.
On the same date, each holder of Preferred Stock waived its right to receive on June 30, 2023 the annual dividends otherwise payable by us on that date. Upon receipt of the waivers, our Board elected to defer the June 2023 payment.
On the same date, each holder of Series B Preferred Stock waived its right to receive on June 30, 2023 the annual dividends otherwise payable by us on that date. Upon receipt of the waivers, our Board elected to defer the June 2023 payment.
On the date of issuance, the additional shares of Preferred Stock were convertible into 662,862 shares of our Common Stock, representing an effective conversion price of $49.438 per share for the canceled dividend obligation.
On the date of issuance, the additional shares of Series B Preferred Stock were convertible into 662,862 shares of our Common Stock, representing an effective conversion price of $49.438 per share for the canceled dividend obligation.
Research and development expenses for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 are as follows: Years Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2024 % of Revenue 2023 % of Revenue $ Variance % Variance Employee costs $ 24,825 7.0 % $ 26,628 7.2 % $ (1,803) (6.8) % Technology 3,117 0.9 % 3,367 0.9 % (250) (7.4) % Professional fees 2,425 0.7 % 640 0.2 % 1,785 278.9 % Lease expense and depreciation 2,236 0.6 % 2,523 0.7 % (287) (11.4) % Other 463 0.1 % 543 0.1 % (80) (14.7) % Total research and development expenses $ 33,066 9.3 % $ 33,701 9.1 % $ (635) (1.9) % 32 Table of Conte nt s Research and development expenses decreased by $0.6 million, or 1.9%, for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023.
Research and development expenses for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 are as follows: Years Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2024 % of Revenue 2023 % of Revenue $ Variance % Variance Employee costs $ 24,825 7.0 % $ 26,628 7.2 % $ (1,803) (6.8) % Technology 3,117 0.9 % 3,367 0.9 % (250) (7.4) % Professional fees 2,425 0.7 % 640 0.2 % 1,785 278.9 % Lease expense and depreciation 2,236 0.6 % 2,523 0.7 % (287) (11.4) % Other 463 0.1 % 543 0.1 % (80) (14.7) % Total research and development expenses $ 33,066 9.3 % $ 33,701 9.1 % $ (635) (1.9) % Research and development expenses decreased by $0.6 million, or 1.9%, for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023.
The extent of these investments will be affected by our ability to expand relationships with existing customers, grow our customer base and introduce new digital formats, as well as constraints on cash expenditures due to our financial position and the current economic environment. Net cash used in investing activities in 2024 was $24.1 million compared to $23.8 million in 2023.
The extent of these investments will be affected by our ability to expand relationships with existing customers, grow our customer base and introduce new digital formats, as well as constraints on cash expenditures due to our financial position and the current economic environment. Net cash used in investing activities in 2025 was $23.4 million compared to $24.1 million in 2024.
The holders of Preferred Stock are entitled to participate in all dividends declared on the Common Stock on an as-converted basis and are also entitled to a cumulative dividend at the rate of 7.5% per annum, payable annually in arrears and subject to increase under certain specified circumstances (including in connection with the dividend waivers described below).
The holders of Series B Preferred Stock were entitled to participate in all dividends declared on the Common Stock on an as-converted basis and were also entitled to a cumulative dividend at the rate of 7.5% per annum, payable annually in arrears and subject to increase under certain specified circumstances (including in connection with the dividend waivers described below).
Under the waivers and the Certificate of Designations, the deferred dividends would accrue and accumulate at a rate of 9.5% per year from June 30, 2023 until declared and paid, with payment to occur on or before December 31, 2023.
Under the waivers and the Certificate of Designations of Series B Preferred Stock, the deferred dividends would accrue and accumulate at a rate of 9.5% per year from June 30, 2023 until declared and paid, with payment to occur on or before December 31, 2023.
For additional information on the Prior Credit Agreement, refer to Footnote 5 , Debt . Restricted Cash Restricted cash represents collateralized letters of credit and security deposits for subleased office space. As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, we had $3.5 million and $0.2 million of restricted cash, respectively.
For additional information on the Credit Agreement, refer to Footnote 5 , Debt . Restricted Cash Restricted cash represents collateralized letters of credit and security deposits for subleased office space. As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, we had $3.2 million and $3.5 million of restricted cash, respectively.
We categorize our revenue along these two solution groups; however, our cost structure is tracked at the corporate level and not by our solution groups. These shared costs include employee costs, purchased data, operational overhead, data storage and technology that supports multiple solution groups.
We categorize our revenue along these two solution groups; however, our cost structure is tracked at the corporate level and not by our solution groups. These shared costs include employee costs, purchased data, operational overhead, data storage and technology that support both solution groups.
Future Capital Requirements Our ability to generate cash is subject to our performance, general economic conditions, industry trends and other factors, including the timing of cash collections from our customers, data costs and other trade payables, service of our debt and lease facilities, dividend payment obligations, and expenses from ongoing compliance efforts and legal matters.
Future Capital Requirements Our ability to generate cash is subject to our performance, general economic conditions, industry trends and other factors, including the timing of cash collections from our customers, data costs and other trade payables, service of our debt and lease facilities, and expenses from ongoing compliance efforts, legal matters, and strategic transactions.
We use discount rates that are commensurate with the risks and uncertainty inherent in our business and in our internally-developed forecasts. The discount rates selected for the 2024, 2023 and 2022 annual impairment analyses were 24.5%, 22.0% and 27.0%, respectively.
We use discount rates that are commensurate with the risks and uncertainty inherent in our business and in our internally-developed forecasts. The discount rates selected for the 2025, 2024 and 2023 annual impairment analyses were 16.0%, 24.5% and 22.0%, respectively.
In connection with the issuance, we also entered into an amendment to the Stockholders Agreement with the holders of Preferred Stock. Among other things, the amendment reduced the $100.0 million special dividend threshold set forth in the Stockholders Agreement by an amount equal to the liquidation preference of the additional Preferred Stock ($32.8 million).
In connection with the issuance, we also entered into an amendment to the prior stockholders agreement with the Investors. Among other things, the amendment reduced the $100.0 million special dividend threshold set forth in the prior stockholders agreement by an amount equal to the liquidation preference of the additional Series B Preferred Stock ($32.8 million).
Net proceeds from the issuance totaled $187.9 million after deducting issuance costs. Shares of Preferred Stock are convertible into Common Stock as described in Footnote 4 , Convertible Redeemable Preferred Stock and Stockholders' Equity (Deficit).
Net proceeds from the issuance totaled $187.9 million after deducting issuance costs. Shares of Series B Preferred Stock were convertible into Common Stock as described in Footnote 4 , Convertible Redeemable Preferred Stock and Stockholders' Equity (Deficit).
During the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022, we recorded an income tax provision of $0.9 million, $1.5 million, and $1.7 million, resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.6%, 2.0%, and 2.7%, respectively.
During the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023, we recorded an income tax provision of $1.9 million, $0.9 million, and $1.5 million, resulting in an effective tax rate of 23.9%, 1.6%, and 2.0%, respectively.
On July 24, 2024, we issued 13,257,294 additional shares of Preferred Stock to the existing holders of Preferred Stock in exchange for cancellation of our obligation to pay the deferred dividends described above, which totaled $32.8 million on the issuance date.
On July 24, 2024, we issued 13,257,294 additional shares of Series B Preferred Stock to the Investors in exchange for cancellation of our obligation to pay the deferred dividends described above, which totaled $32.8 million on the issuance date.
If the reporting unit's future performance falls below our expectations, or if there are negative revisions to our fair value assumptions, including those that are significant and discussed above, we may need to record a material, non-cash goodwill impairment charge in a future period. 40 Table of Conte nt s
If the reporting unit's future performance falls below our expectations, or if there are negative revisions to our fair value assumptions, including those that are significant and discussed above, we may need to record a material, non-cash goodwill impairment charge in a future period.
Goodwill is reviewed for possible impairment between annual tests if an event occurs or circumstances change that would more likely than not reduce the fair value of the reporting unit below the carrying value.
Goodwill is reviewed for possible impairment between annual tests if an event occurs or circumstances change that would more likely than not reduce the fair value of 39 Table of Conte nt s the reporting unit below the carrying value.
The additional shares of Preferred Stock have the same terms and conditions as the Preferred Stock previously issued, including that holders are entitled to cumulative dividends at a rate of 7.5% per annum, payable annually in arrears and subject to increase under certain circumstances.
The additional shares of Series B Preferred Stock had the same terms and conditions as the Series B Preferred Stock previously issued, including that holders were entitled to cumulative dividends at a rate of 7.5% per annum, payable annually in arrears and subject to increase under certain circumstances.
Changes to the SSP will impact the amount of consideration allocated to each performance obligation, which could have an impact on the timing and amount of 39 Table of Conte nt s revenues recognized in future periods as our performance obligations are satisfied.
Changes to the SSP will impact the amount of consideration allocated to each performance obligation, which could have an impact on the timing and amount of revenues recognized in future periods as our performance obligations are satisfied.
Under these waivers and the Certificate of Designations, the deferred dividends for both periods (2023 and 2024) would continue to accrue and accumulate at a rate of 9.5% per year until declared and paid, with payment to occur on or before July 31, 2024, subject to certain conditions.
Under these waivers and the Certificate of Designations of Series B Preferred Stock, the deferred dividends for both periods (2023 and 2024) would continue to accrue and accumulate at a rate of 9.5% per year until declared and paid, with payment to occur on or before July 31, 2024.
The Credit Agreement provides a borrowing capacity of $60.0 million consisting of the $45.0 million Term Loan and the $15.0 million Revolving Facility. As of December 31, 2024, the interest rate for the Term Loan was 11.59% based on the Adjusted Term SOFR rate, as defined in the Credit Agreement.
The Credit Agreement provides a borrowing capacity of $60.0 million consisting of the $45.0 million Term Loan and the $15.0 million Revolving Facility. As of December 31, 2025, the interest rate for the Term Loan was 10.93% based on the Adjusted Term SOFR rate, as defined in the Credit Agreement.
Organizational Restructuring We incurred restructuring expenses of $1.0 million, $6.2 million and $5.8 million for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, respectively, related to the implementation of a restructuring plan that included a workforce reduction communicated in 2022. The 2022 restructuring plan was substantially completed in 2024.
Organizational Restructuring We incurred restructuring expenses of $1.0 million and $6.2 million for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively, related to the implementation of a restructuring plan that included a workforce reduction communicated in 2022. The 2022 restructuring plan was substantially completed in 2024. For further information refer to Footnote 15 , Organizational Restructuring .
In addition, we expect to make variable payments related to a set-top box data agreement totaling an estimated $108.8 million over the next seven years. We have both operating and financing leases related to corporate office space and equipment. Our leases have remaining terms from less than one year to five years.
In addition, we expect to make variable payments related to a set-top box data agreement totaling an estimated $86.0 million over the next six years. We have both operating and financing leases related to corporate office space and equipment. Our leases have remaining terms of less than one year to five years.
These declines have had a direct impact on demand for our products, particularly those that are tied to discretionary advertising spend. We expect that softness in the advertising market will continue to affect our business into 2025.
These delays and declines have had a direct impact on demand for our products, particularly those that are tied to advertising spend. We expect that softness in the advertising market will continue to affect our business in 2026.
Our reporting unit did not pass the goodwill impairment test, and as a result we recorded a $46.3 million non-cash impairment charge in the quarter ended September 30, 2022. For further information refer to Footnote 9 , Goodwill and Intangible Assets and Item 7 , Critical Accounting Estimates .
Our reporting unit did not pass the goodwill impairment test, and as a result we recorded a $44.1 million non-cash impairment charge in the quarter ended June 30, 2023. For further information refer to Footnote 9 , Goodwill and Intangible Assets and Item 7 , Critical Accounting Estimates .
As of December 31, 2024, our principal sources of liquidity consisted of cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash totaling $33.5 million, including $3.5 million in restricted cash (primarily related to letters of credit); cash flows from our operations; and amounts available to us under our Credit Agreement, as described below.
As of December 31, 2025, our principal sources of liquidity consisted of cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash totaling $26.8 million, including $3.2 million in restricted cash (primarily related to letters of credit); cash flows from our operations; and amounts available to us under our Credit Agreement, as described below.
Cash provided by operating activities is calculated by adjusting our net loss for changes in working capital, as well as by excluding non-cash items such as: depreciation, stock-based compensation, non-cash operating lease expense, amortization expense of finance leases and intangible assets, impairment of right-of-use and long-lived assets and goodwill, deferred tax provision and change in the fair value of warrants liability.
Cash provided by operating activities is calculated by adjusting our net loss for changes in working capital, as well as by excluding non-cash items such as: depreciation, unrealized foreign currency loss (gain), non-cash operating lease expense, stock-based compensation, amortization expense of finance leases and intangible assets, impairment of right-of-use and long-lived assets and goodwill, and deferred tax provision (benefit).
Cost of revenues for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 are as follows: Years Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2024 % of Revenue 2023 % of Revenue $ Variance % Variance Data costs $ 76,966 21.6 % $ 72,420 19.5 % $ 4,546 6.3 % Employee costs 39,102 11.0 % 37,049 10.0 % 2,053 5.5 % Systems and bandwidth costs 27,914 7.8 % 36,268 9.8 % (8,354) (23.0) % Lease expense and depreciation 27,014 7.6 % 23,051 6.2 % 3,963 17.2 % Panel costs 13,262 3.7 % 13,370 3.6 % (108) (0.8) % Royalties and resellers 6,506 1.8 % 4,095 1.1 % 2,411 58.9 % Sample and survey costs 6,286 1.8 % 6,452 1.7 % (166) (2.6) % Professional fees 6,234 1.8 % 7,734 2.1 % (1,500) (19.4) % Technology 4,374 1.2 % 4,114 1.1 % 260 6.3 % Other 1,050 0.3 % 1,027 0.3 % 23 2.2 % Total cost of revenues $ 208,708 58.6 % $ 205,580 55.4 % $ 3,128 1.5 % Cost of revenues increased by $3.1 million, or 1.5%, for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023.
Data costs decreased primarily due to the December 2024 amendment to our data license agreement with Charter Communications Operating, LLC ("Charter Operating"), for which fees are now paid based on household counts provided during the period. 31 Table of Conte nt s Cost of revenues for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 are as follows: Years Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2024 % of Revenue 2023 % of Revenue $ Variance % Variance Data costs $ 76,966 21.6 % $ 72,420 19.5 % $ 4,546 6.3 % Employee costs 39,102 11.0 % 37,049 10.0 % 2,053 5.5 % Systems and bandwidth costs 27,914 7.8 % 36,268 9.8 % (8,354) (23.0) % Lease expense and depreciation 27,014 7.6 % 23,051 6.2 % 3,963 17.2 % Panel costs 13,262 3.7 % 13,370 3.6 % (108) (0.8) % Royalties and resellers 6,506 1.8 % 4,095 1.1 % 2,411 58.9 % Sample and survey costs 6,286 1.8 % 6,452 1.7 % (166) (2.6) % Professional fees 6,234 1.8 % 7,734 2.1 % (1,500) (19.4) % Technology 4,374 1.2 % 4,114 1.1 % 260 6.3 % Other 1,050 0.3 % 1,027 0.3 % 23 2.2 % Total cost of revenues $ 208,708 58.6 % $ 205,580 55.4 % $ 3,128 1.5 % Cost of revenues increased by $3.1 million, or 1.5%, for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023.
Income tax expense of $0.7 million has also been included for permanent differences in the book and tax treatment of certain stock-based compensation, executive compensation, and other nondeductible expenses. These tax adjustments, along with state and local taxes, are the primary drivers of the annual effective income tax rate.
Income tax expense of $2.4 million has also been included for permanent differences in the book and tax treatment of certain stock-based compensation, local statutory to U.S. GAAP adjustments, and other nondeductible expenses. These tax adjustments, along with state and local taxes, are the primary drivers of the annual effective income tax rate.
General and administrative expenses for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 are as follows: Years Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2024 % of Revenue 2023 % of Revenue $ Variance % Variance Employee costs $ 24,659 6.9 % $ 26,770 7.2 % $ (2,111) (7.9) % Professional fees 12,338 3.5 % 14,341 3.9 % (2,003) (14.0) % Technology 3,328 0.9 % 3,385 0.9 % (57) (1.7) % Lease expense and depreciation 1,329 0.4 % 1,444 0.4 % (115) (8.0) % Other 6,025 1.7 % 5,252 1.4 % 773 14.7 % Total general and administrative expenses $ 47,679 13.4 % $ 51,192 13.8 % $ (3,513) (6.9) % General and administrative expenses decreased by $3.5 million, or 6.9%, for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023.
Employee costs increased primarily due to an increase in employee bonuses and severance expense for terminated employees, partially offset by a decrease in stock-based compensation expense. 33 Table of Conte nt s General and administrative expenses for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 are as follows: Years Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2024 % of Revenue 2023 % of Revenue $ Variance % Variance Employee costs $ 24,659 6.9 % $ 26,770 7.2 % $ (2,111) (7.9) % Professional fees 12,338 3.5 % 14,341 3.9 % (2,003) (14.0) % Technology 3,328 0.9 % 3,385 0.9 % (57) (1.7) % Lease expense and depreciation 1,329 0.4 % 1,444 0.4 % (115) (8.0) % Other 6,025 1.7 % 5,252 1.4 % 773 14.7 % Total general and administrative expenses $ 47,679 13.4 % $ 51,192 13.8 % $ (3,513) (6.9) % General and administrative expenses decreased by $3.5 million, or 6.9%, for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023.
For information with respect to sales by geographic markets, refer to Footnote 3 , Revenue Recognition, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. Our chief operating decision maker (our CEO) does not evaluate the profit or loss from any separate geography.
We generate the majority of our revenues from the sale and delivery of our products within the United States. For information with respect to sales by geographic markets, refer to Footnote 3 , Revenue Recognition, of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. Our chief operating decision maker (our CEO) does not evaluate the profit or loss from any separate geography.
Our selected discount rate was higher in 2024 in comparison to 2023 primarily due to the increase in company-specific risk premium ("CSRP"). The increase in CSRP was related to an increase in operational risk in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization.
Our selected discount rate was lower in 2025 in comparison to 2024 primarily due to the decrease in company-specific risk premium ("CSRP"). The decrease in CSRP was related to a decrease in operational risk in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization.
Revenues for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 are as follows: Years Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2024 % of Revenue 2023 % of Revenue $ Variance % Variance Content & Ad Measurement Syndicated Audience $ 260,654 73.2 % $ 276,101 74.4 % $ (15,447) (5.6) % Cross-Platform 40,470 11.4 % 33,803 9.1 % 6,667 19.7 % Total Content & Ad Measurement 301,124 84.6 % 309,904 83.5 % (8,780) (2.8) % Research & Insight Solutions 54,923 15.4 % 61,439 16.5 % (6,516) (10.6) % Total $ 356,047 100.0 % $ 371,343 100.0 % $ (15,296) (4.1) % Total revenues decreased by $15.3 million, or 4.1%, for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023.
Revenues for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 are as follows: Years Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2024 % of Revenue 2023 % of Revenue $ Variance % Variance Content & Ad Measurement Syndicated Audience $ 260,654 73.2 % $ 276,101 74.4 % $ (15,447) (5.6) % Cross-Platform 40,470 11.4 % 33,803 9.1 % 6,667 19.7 % Total Content & Ad Measurement 301,124 84.6 % 309,904 83.5 % (8,780) (2.8) % Research & Insight Solutions 54,923 15.4 % 61,439 16.5 % (6,516) (10.6) % Total $ 356,047 100.0 % $ 371,343 100.0 % $ (15,296) (4.1) % Total revenues decreased by $15.3 million, or 4.1%, for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023. 30 Table of Conte nt s Content & Ad Measurement revenue decreased due to lower revenue from our Syndicated Audience offerings, primarily related to lower renewals of our national TV and syndicated digital products, as well as lower variable cloud computing and processing reimbursements for certain custom TV data set deliveries.
These tax adjustments, along with state and local taxes and book losses in foreign jurisdictions where the income tax rate is substantially lower than the U.S. federal statutory rate, are the primary drivers of the annual effective income tax rate. 35 Table of Conte nt s Liquidity and Capital Resources The following table summarizes our cash flows for each of the periods identified: Years Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2024 2023 2022 Net cash provided by operating activities $ 18,104 $ 28,926 $ 34,937 Net cash used in investing activities (24,062) (23,786) (17,822) Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities 17,623 (3,394) (18,132) Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash (1,133) 748 (820) Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash 10,532 2,494 (1,837) Overview Our principal uses of cash consist of cash paid for data, payroll and other operating expenses, including expenses incurred in prior periods; payments related to investments in equipment, primarily to support our consumer panels and technical infrastructure required to deliver our products and services and support our customers; service of our debt and lease facilities; and deferred payment obligations with respect to our 2021 acquisition of Shareablee.
These tax adjustments, along with state and local taxes, are the primary drivers of the annual effective income tax rate. 35 Table of Conte nt s Liquidity and Capital Resources The following table summarizes our cash flows for each of the periods identified: Years Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2025 2024 2023 Net cash provided by operating activities $ 22,736 $ 18,104 $ 28,926 Net cash used in investing activities (23,385) (24,062) (23,786) Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities (6,995) 17,623 (3,394) Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash 976 (1,133) 748 Net (decrease) increase in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash (6,668) 10,532 2,494 Overview Our principal uses of cash consist of cash paid for data, payroll and other operating expenses; payments related to investments in equipment, primarily to support our consumer panels and technical infrastructure required to deliver our products and services and support our customers; and service of our debt and lease facilities.
Content & Ad Measurement revenue increased due to higher revenue from our Cross-Platform offerings, driven by increased usage of our Proximic and CCR products, along with increases in local TV and movies revenue due to higher renewals and new business.
Content & Ad Measurement revenue increased due to growth in our Cross-Platform revenue, primarily driven by increased usage of our Proximic and CCR products and adoption of our CCM offering, along with double-digit growth in local TV from new business and higher renewals.
Research and Development Research and development expenses include product development costs, consisting primarily of employee costs including salaries, benefits, stock-based compensation and other related costs for personnel associated with research and development activities, third-party expenses to develop new products and third-party data costs and allocated overhead, lease expense and other facilities-related costs, and depreciation expense related to general purpose equipment and software.
Employee costs decreased primarily due to a decrease in employee headcount related to our restructuring plan and a decrease in commissions. 32 Table of Conte nt s Research and Development Research and development expenses include product development costs, consisting primarily of employee costs including salaries, benefits, stock-based compensation and other related costs for personnel associated with research and development activities, third-party expenses to develop new products, third-party data costs, allocated overhead, lease expense and other facilities-related costs, and depreciation expense related to general purpose equipment and software.
On December 26, 2023, each holder of our Preferred Stock waived its right to receive the deferred dividends on or before December 31, 2023. Under these waivers and the Certificate of Designations, the deferred dividends would continue to accrue at a rate of 9.5% per year until declared and paid, with payment to occur on or before June 30, 2024.
Under these waivers and the Certificate of Designations of Series B Preferred Stock, the deferred dividends would continue to accrue at a rate of 9.5% per year until declared and paid, with payment to occur on or before June 30, 2024.
Goodwill allocated to our single reporting unit as of December 31, 2024 was $246.0 million. The projected long-term cash flows used in our fair value estimate are consistent with our most recent operating plan as of the evaluation date and are dependent on the successful execution of our business plan, overall industry growth rates and the competitive environment.
The projected long-term cash flows used in our fair value estimate are consistent with our most recent operating plan as of the evaluation date and are dependent on the successful execution of our business plan, overall industry growth rates and the competitive environment.
We had outstanding letters of credit of $3.2 million as of December 31, 2024. On December 31, 2024, we entered into a senior secured financing agreement (the "Credit Agreement") with Blue Torch Finance LLC. The Credit Agreement has a term of four years and matures in December 2028.
On December 31, 2024, we entered into the Credit Agreement with Blue Torch Finance LLC. The Credit Agreement has a term of four years and matures in December 2028.
As of December 31, 2024, the total fixed payment obligation related to this agreement is $13.8 million.
As of December 31, 2025, the total fixed payment obligation related to this agreement is $56.1 million.
Net cash provided by operating activities in 2024 was $18.1 million compared to $28.9 million in 2023.
Net cash provided by operating activities in 2025 was $22.7 million compared to $18.1 million in 2024.
Interest expense, net, increased $0.4 million in 2024 to $1.9 million as compared to $1.4 million in 2023. The increase in interest expense for the year ended December 31, 2024 as compared to 2023 was primarily due to a higher interest rate on debt under our Prior Credit Agreement, as described in Footnote 5 , Debt.
The increase in interest expense was primarily due to the increase in debt balance related to the Credit Agreement we executed on December 31, 2024, as described in Footnote 5 , Debt. Interest expense, net, increased $0.4 million in 2024 to $1.9 million as compared to $1.4 million in 2023.
The decrease in cash provided by operating activities was partially attributable to a net decrease in cash generated from operating assets and liabilities, with $10.5 million of cash used for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to $0.3 million of cash generated for the year ended December 31, 2022.
The increase in cash provided by operating activities was partially attributable to a net decrease in cash used by operating assets and liabilities, with $13.5 million of cash used for the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to $23.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2024.
This was offset by the repayment of $16.0 million under the Prior Credit Agreement and the payment of the second installment of contingent consideration for our 2021 Shareablee acquisition initially recorded at fair value and paid in 2024. 38 Table of Conte nt s Net cash used in financing activities in 2023 was $3.4 million compared to $18.1 million in 2022.
This was offset by the repayment of $16.0 million under our prior credit agreement and the payment of the second installment of contingent consideration for our 2021 Shareablee acquisition. Net cash provided by financing activities in 2024 was $17.6 million compared to net cash used in financing activities of $3.4 million in 2023.
These agreements have remaining terms of less than one year to seven years. As of December 31, 2024, the total fixed payment obligations related to set-top box and connected TV data agreements are $125.5 million and $25.4 million, respectively.
These agreements have remaining terms of less than one year to six years. As of December 31, 2025, the total fixed payment obligations related to set-top box and 38 Table of Conte nt s connected TV data agreements are $98.5 million and $22.7 million, respectively.
Product offerings reported in this solution group include our legacy subscription-based syndicated offerings that measure audiences for linear TV (national and local), digital and streaming, as well as theatrical box office receipts. Also included in this solution group are our transaction-based cross-platform products, Proximic by Comscore ("Proximic"), our Activation solution suite, and Comscore Campaign Ratings ("CCR").
Product offerings reported in this solution group include our legacy subscription-based syndicated offerings that measure audiences for linear TV (national and local), digital and streaming, as well as theatrical box office receipts.
This was offset by a decrease in Syndicated Audience revenue, primarily related to lower renewals of our national TV and syndicated digital products and a one-time custom deliverable in the first quarter of 2022. Research & Insight Solutions revenue decreased primarily due to lower deliveries of certain custom digital products.
This growth was partially offset by a decrease in revenue from our Syndicated Audience offerings, primarily related to lower renewals of our national TV and syndicated digital products. Research & Insight Solutions revenue decreased primarily due to lower deliveries of certain custom digital products, partially offset by new business from our Consumer Brand Health products.
The impairment charge was driven by our abandonment of certain leased office spaces prior to the end of the lease terms. For further information refer to Footnote 2 , Summary of Significant Accounting Policies .
The impairment charge was driven by our abandonment of certain leased office spaces prior to the end of the lease terms. No impairment charge related to right-of-use and long-lived assets was incurred during the year ended December 31, 2025. For further information refer to Footnote 2 , Summary of Significant Accounting Policies .
Dollar and Euro and the U.S. Dollar against the Euro and Argentine Peso. For the year ended December 31, 2022, the gain from foreign currency transactions was $1.2 million. The gain was primarily driven by fluctuations in the Euro and Chilean Peso against the U.S. Dollar and the U.S. Dollar against the Canadian Dollar and Argentine Peso.
Dollars are in a net liability position. For the year ended December 31, 2025, the loss from foreign currency transactions was $5.9 million. The loss was primarily driven by fluctuations in the U.S. Dollar against the Chilean Peso, Euro and Canadian Dollar. For the year ended December 31, 2024, the gain from foreign currency transactions was $1.4 million.
As of December 31, 2024, the total fixed payment obligation related to these agreements is $36.4 million. We have an agreement for cloud-based data storage and bandwidth to help process and store our data. The remaining term for this agreement is less than one year.
As of December 31, 2025, the total fixed payment obligation related to these agreements is $22.3 million. In 2025, we amended an agreement for cloud-based data storage and bandwidth services to help process and store our data, extending the term through 2028. The remaining term for this agreement is three years.
Employee costs decreased primarily due to a decrease in employee headcount related to our restructuring plan and a decrease in employee bonus expense. Professional fees decreased primarily due to a decrease in corporate insurance costs.
Employee costs decreased primarily due to a decrease in employee headcount related to our restructuring plan and a decrease in employee bonus expense. Professional fees decreased primarily due to a decrease in corporate insurance costs. Amortization of Intangible Assets Amortization expense consists of charges related to the amortization of intangible assets associated with acquisitions, primarily our 2021 acquisition of Shareablee.
Income Tax Provision A valuation allowance has been established against our net U.S. federal and state deferred tax assets, and certain foreign deferred tax assets, including net operating loss carryforwards. As a result, our income tax position is primarily related to foreign tax activity and U.S. deferred taxes for tax deductible goodwill and other indefinite-lived liabilities.
As a result, our income tax position is primarily related to foreign tax activity and U.S. deferred taxes for tax deductible goodwill and other indefinite-lived liabilities.
Critical Accounting Estimates Our discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations are based on our Consolidated Financial Statements, which have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the U.S. ("GAAP").
If we issue additional equity securities in order to raise additional funds or for other purposes, further dilution to existing stockholders may occur. Critical Accounting Estimates Our discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations are based on our Consolidated Financial Statements, which have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the U.S. ("GAAP").
Interest expense, net, increased $0.5 million in 2023 to $1.4 million as compared to $0.9 million in 2022. The increase in interest expense for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022 was primarily due to a higher interest rate on debt under our Prior Credit Agreement, as described in Footnote 5 , Debt .
The increase in interest expense was primarily due to a higher interest rate on debt under our prior credit agreement, as described in Footnote 5 , Debt .
The decrease in amortization of intangible assets in 2024 and 2023 was primarily due to amortization related to certain customer relationships, methodologies and technology intangibles related to the Rentrak merger reaching the end of their useful lives.
The decrease in amortization of intangible assets in 2024 was primarily due to amortization related to certain customer relationships, methodologies and technology intangibles related to our 2016 Rentrak merger reaching the end of their useful lives. Impairment of Goodwill We performed a quantitative impairment test on our annual testing date as of October 1, 2025.
In addition, such holders are entitled to request, and we must take all actions reasonably necessary to pay, a one-time special dividend on the Preferred Stock equal to the highest dividend that our Board of Directors determines can be paid at the applicable time (or a lesser amount agreed by the holders), subject to additional conditions and limitations described in Footnote 4 , Convertible Redeemable Preferred Stock and Stockholders' Equity (Deficit) .
In addition, such holders were entitled to request, 36 Table of Conte nt s and we would have had to take all actions reasonably necessary to pay, a one-time special dividend on the Series B Preferred Stock equal to the highest dividend that our Board of Directors determined could be paid at the applicable time (or a lesser amount agreed by the holders).
Revenues by Geographic Location Revenue from outside of the United States was $37.7 million, $35.6 million and $38.6 million for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively.
Revenues by Geographic Location Revenue from outside of the United States was $42.1 million, $37.7 million and $35.6 million for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024, and 2023, respectively. Non-U.S. revenue increased in 2025 primarily due to an increase in revenue from our Syndicated Audience offerings.
Cost of Revenues Cost of revenues consists primarily of expenses related to producing our products, operating our network infrastructure, and the recruitment, maintenance and support of our consumer panels.
We anticipate that revenues from our U.S. sales will continue to constitute a substantial portion of our revenues in future periods. Cost of Revenues Cost of revenues consists primarily of expenses related to producing our products, operating our network infrastructure, and the recruitment, maintenance and support of our consumer panels.
Financing Activities Net cash provided by financing activities in 2024 was $17.6 million compared to net cash used in financing activities of $3.4 million in 2023. The increase in cash provided by financing activities was primarily due to net proceeds of $40.4 million from the Credit Agreement in 2024.
The increase in net cash used in financing activities in 2025 was driven primarily by the payment of issuance costs related to the Recapitalization and higher finance lease principal payments. The cash provided by financing activities in 2024 was primarily due to net proceeds of $40.4 million from the Credit Agreement.
We may be obligated to obtain debt financing in order to effectuate the special dividend, which could significantly impact our financial position and liquidity depending on the timing and scope of the dividend payment and related financing. 36 Table of Conte nt s At an annual meeting held on June 15, 2023, our stockholders approved proposals permitting the payment of annual dividends on the Preferred Stock in the form of cash, shares of Common Stock, additional shares of Preferred Stock, or a combination thereof, subject to conditions set forth in the Certificate of Designations governing the Preferred Stock.
At an annual meeting held on June 15, 2023, our stockholders approved proposals permitting the payment of annual dividends on the Series B Preferred Stock in the form of cash, shares of Common Stock, additional shares of Series B Preferred Stock, or a combination thereof, subject to conditions set forth in the Certificate of Designations governing the Series B Preferred Stock.
Also included in the total tax expense is an income tax adjustment of $12.7 million related to the impairment of goodwill. Income tax expense of $18.5 million has also been included for an increase in the valuation allowance recorded against our deferred tax assets to offset the tax benefit of our operating losses in the U.S. and certain foreign jurisdictions.
Included within tax expense for the year ended December 31, 2025 is an income tax benefit of $8.0 million for a decrease in the valuation allowance recorded against our deferred tax assets to offset the tax expense of our operating losses in the U.S. and certain foreign jurisdictions.
Amortization of intangible assets decreased by $2.2 million, or 41.4%, for 2024 as compared to 2023 and by $21.9 million, or 33 Table of Conte nt s 80.8%, for 2023 as compared to 2022.
Amortization of intangible assets decreased by $0.5 million, or 17.3%, for 2025 as compared to 2024 and by $2.2 million, or 41.4%, for 2024 as compared to 2023.
Additionally, beginning with the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, we may be required to prepay the loans annually with Excess Cash Flow (as defined in the Credit Agreement) at specified percentages. Certain payments may be subject to prepayment premiums.
Additionally, we may be required to prepay the loans annually with Excess Cash Flow (as defined in the Credit Agreement) at specified percentages, or we may voluntarily prepay a portion of the loans in order to maintain compliance with our financial covenants, as we anticipate doing in the first quarter of 2026. Certain payments may be subject to prepayment premiums.
Employee costs decreased primarily due to a decrease in employee headcount related to our restructuring plan and a decrease in commissions.
Employee costs decreased primarily due to a shift in headcount toward supporting our products.
Our history of net losses, as well as disruption and volatility in global capital and credit markets, could impact our ability to access capital resources on terms acceptable to us or at all. If we issue additional equity securities in order to raise additional funds, pay dividends or for other purposes, further dilution to existing stockholders may occur.
We may also be required to (or choose to) prepay or refinance our Credit Agreement, including to maintain compliance with our financial covenants. Our history of net losses, as well as disruption and volatility in global capital and credit markets, could impact our ability to access capital resources on terms acceptable to us or at all.
Any payment of dividends (annual or special) in the form of cash could significantly impact our financial position and liquidity. Secured Credit Agreement On December 31, 2024, we entered into the Credit Agreement with Blue Torch Finance LLC. The Credit Agreement has a term of four years and matures in December 2028.
As of December 31, 2025, no shares of Series C Preferred Stock had been converted into Common Stock. Secured Credit Agreement On December 31, 2024, we entered into the Credit Agreement with Blue Torch Finance LLC. The Credit Agreement has a term of four years and matures in December 2028.
Research and development expenses for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 are as follows: Years Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2023 % of Revenue 2022 % of Revenue $ Variance % Variance Employee costs $ 26,628 7.2 % $ 28,955 7.7 % $ (2,327) (8.0) % Technology 3,367 0.9 % 3,685 1.0 % (318) (8.6) % Lease expense and depreciation 2,523 0.7 % 2,783 0.7 % (260) (9.3) % Professional fees 640 0.2 % 1,002 0.3 % (362) (36.1) % Other 543 0.1 % 562 0.1 % (19) (3.4) % Total research and development expenses $ 33,701 9.1 % $ 36,987 9.8 % $ (3,286) (8.9) % Research and development expenses decreased by $3.3 million, or 8.9%, for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022.
Research and development expenses for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 are as follows: Years Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2025 % of Revenue 2024 % of Revenue $ Variance % Variance Employee costs $ 22,821 6.3 % $ 24,825 7.0 % $ (2,004) (8.1) % Technology 3,043 0.9 % 3,117 0.9 % (74) (2.4) % Professional fees 2,328 0.7 % 2,425 0.7 % (97) (4.0) % Lease expense and depreciation 1,504 0.4 % 2,236 0.6 % (732) (32.7) % Other 478 0.1 % 463 0.1 % 15 3.2 % Total research and development expenses $ 30,174 8.4 % $ 33,066 9.3 % $ (2,892) (8.7) % Research and development expenses decreased by $2.9 million, or 8.7%, for the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to 2024.
As of December 31, 2024, we had $45.0 million outstanding under the Term Loan and no borrowings outstanding under the Revolving Facility, with a remaining borrowing capacity of $15.0 million. For additional information on the Credit Agreement, refer to Footnote 5 , Debt . Prior Credit Agreement On May 5, 2021, we entered into the Prior Credit Agreement.
As of December 31, 2025, we were in compliance with our covenants under the Credit Agreement. 37 Table of Conte nt s As of December 31, 2025, we had $44.6 million outstanding under the Term Loan and no borrowings outstanding under the Revolving Facility, with a remaining borrowing capacity of $15.0 million.
For further information refer to Footnote 15 , Organizational Restructuring . Interest Expense, Net Interest expense, net consists of interest income and interest expense. Interest income primarily consists of interest earned from our cash and cash equivalent balances. Interest expense relates to interest on our Prior Credit Agreement and our finance leases.
Interest Expense, Net Interest expense, net consists of interest income and interest expense. Interest income primarily consists of interest earned from our cash and cash equivalent balances.
General and administrative expenses for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 are as follows: Years Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2023 % of Revenue 2022 % of Revenue $ Variance % Variance Employee costs $ 26,770 7.2 % $ 31,298 8.3 % $ (4,528) (14.5) % Professional fees 14,341 3.9 % 15,706 4.2 % (1,365) (8.7) % Technology 3,385 0.9 % 3,379 0.9 % 6 0.2 % Lease expense and depreciation 1,444 0.4 % 1,668 0.4 % (224) (13.4) % Other 5,252 1.4 % 9,149 2.4 % (3,897) (42.6) % Total general and administrative expenses $ 51,192 13.8 % $ 61,200 16.3 % $ (10,008) (16.4) % General and administrative expenses decreased by $10.0 million, or 16.4%, for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022.
General and administrative expenses for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 are as follows: Years Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2025 % of Revenue 2024 % of Revenue $ Variance % Variance Employee costs $ 27,071 7.5 % $ 24,659 6.9 % $ 2,412 9.8 % Professional fees 11,782 3.3 % 12,338 3.5 % (556) (4.5) % Technology 3,445 1.0 % 3,328 0.9 % 117 3.5 % Lease expense and depreciation 1,030 0.3 % 1,329 0.4 % (299) (22.5) % Other 4,266 1.2 % 6,025 1.7 % (1,759) (29.2) % Total general and administrative expenses $ 47,594 13.3 % $ 47,679 13.4 % $ (85) (0.2) % General and administrative expenses decreased by $0.1 million, or 0.2%, for the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to 2024.
For additional information about the change in fair value of warrants liability, refer to Footnote 4 , Convertible Redeemable Preferred Stock and Stockholders' Equity (Deficit). Gain (Loss) From Foreign Currency Transactions Our foreign currency transactions are recorded as a result of fluctuations in the exchange rate between the transactional currency and the functional currency of foreign subsidiary transactions.
(Loss) Gain From Foreign Currency Transactions Our foreign currency transactions are recorded as a result of fluctuations in the exchange rate between the transactional currency and the functional currency of foreign subsidiary transactions, primarily resulting in non-cash unrealized gains and losses. Our foreign currency exposures that relate to the translation to and from U.S.
Included within tax expense for the year ended December 31, 2022 is income tax benefit of $2.6 million for permanent differences in the book and tax treatment of nontaxable gain on fair market value adjustment of stock warrants, offset by certain nondeductible stock-based compensation and executive compensation.
Income tax expense of $0.7 million has also been included for permanent differences in the book and tax treatment of certain stock-based compensation, executive compensation, and other nondeductible expenses.
Selling and marketing expenses for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022 are as follows: Years Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2023 % of Revenue 2022 % of Revenue $ Variance % Variance Employee costs $ 50,337 13.6 % $ 55,416 14.7 % $ (5,079) (9.2) % Technology 3,149 0.8 % 3,360 0.9 % (211) (6.3) % Professional fees 3,120 0.8 % 2,464 0.7 % 656 26.6 % Lease expense and depreciation 3,106 0.9 % 3,849 1.0 % (743) (19.3) % Marketing and advertising 2,155 0.6 % 1,751 0.5 % 404 23.1 % Other 1,455 0.4 % 1,613 0.4 % (158) (9.8) % Total selling and marketing expenses $ 63,322 17.1 % $ 68,453 18.2 % $ (5,131) (7.5) % Selling and marketing expenses decreased by $5.1 million, or 7.5%, for the year ended December 31, 2023 as compared to 2022.
Selling and marketing expenses for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 are as follows: Years Ended December 31, (In thousands) 2025 % of Revenue 2024 % of Revenue $ Variance % Variance Employee costs $ 46,847 13.2 % $ 44,672 12.5 % $ 2,175 4.9 % Technology 3,344 0.9 % 3,188 0.9 % 156 4.9 % Professional fees 2,958 0.8 % 2,550 0.7 % 408 16.0 % Marketing and advertising 2,633 0.7 % 2,685 0.8 % (52) (1.9) % Lease expense and depreciation 2,092 0.6 % 2,820 0.8 % (728) (25.8) % Other 2,028 0.6 % 1,707 0.5 % 321 18.8 % Total selling and marketing expenses $ 59,902 16.8 % $ 57,622 16.2 % $ 2,280 4.0 % Selling and marketing expenses increased by $2.3 million, or 4.0%, for the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to 2024.
On and after April 1, 2026, the Credit Agreement imposes certain limitations on cash dividends, including a heightened liquidity requirement. Macroeconomic Factors In recent years, macroeconomic challenges such as inflation, rising interest rates, capital market disruptions and recession concerns have caused some advertisers to reduce or delay advertising expenditures.
Macroeconomic Factors In recent years, macroeconomic challenges such as inflation, capital market disruptions and recession concerns have caused some advertisers to reduce or delay advertising expenditures. Recent geopolitical conflicts and developments in U.S. trade policy have created additional uncertainty, contributing to further spending delays by advertisers.