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Wix Jumps 33% on Q4 Beat, $2 Billion Buyback Plan, and Base44AI Momentum

The rally comes despite a quarterly net loss plus a steep drop in full‑year profit.

Overview

  • Fourth‑quarter revenue rose 14% year over year to $524 million, and the company generated $155 million in free cash flow in the period.
  • Management guided to mid‑teens growth for 2026 revenue and said full‑year bookings are also expected to grow in the mid‑teens.
  • The company plans to complete most of its $2 billion share repurchase authorization this year after buying back $575 million through the end of 2025.
  • Base44 surpassed $100 million in annual recurring revenue, and Wix highlighted AI features such as vibe‑coding with a ChatGPT integration as growth drivers.
  • Profitability weakened, with full‑year net income down 63% to $50.6 million and a Q4 net loss of $40.2 million, while Cantor Fitzgerald maintained an Overweight rating and a $130 price target after an EPS beat.