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LegalZoom.com, Inc.(LZ)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
LZ•NASDAQ
$7.04
88.0× P/E·Price updated Jul 6, 2026
AboutLegalZoom.com, Inc. operates an online platform for legal and compliance solutions in the United States. The company's platform offers products and services, including business formations, creating estate planning documents, protecting intellectual property, completing certain forms and agreements, providing access to independent attorney advice, and connecting customers with experts for tax preparation and bookkeeping services. It serves small businesses and individuals. LegalZoom.com, Inc. was incorporated in 1999 and is headquartered in Glendale, California.Show more
- Revenue$756M+10.9%
- EBITDA$62M-15.0%
- Net Income$15M-48.5%
- EPS (Diluted)0.08-50.0%
- Gross Margin65.88%+1.7%
- EBITDA Margin8.17%-23.3%
- Operating Margin1.9%-63.6%
- Net Margin2.04%-53.6%
- ROE11.64%-49.1%
LZ Price & Volume
LegalZoom.com, Inc. (LZ) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Revenue Acceleration Faces Persistent Operating Margin Compression
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNeutral
Growth:Accelerating
Profitability:Strained
Financial:Healthy
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:High Customer Acquisition Costs
Key Thesis Takeaways
- LegalZoom is currently navigating a transition toward a subscription-led model, evidenced by a 12.9% year-over-year revenue growth in 2026Q1, yet this expansion is heavily offset by elevated customer acquisition costs that have compressed operating margins to a thin 1.3%.
- While the company maintains a healthy cash position of $183.2M, the reliance on aggressive share repurchases—totaling $43.5M in 2026Q1—amidst a $1.2B retained earnings deficit raises concerns regarding long-term capital allocation efficiency.
- Investors should monitor whether the company can successfully decouple its top-line growth from the current high-intensity marketing spend required to maintain its market position.
Verdict Logic
while the company shows signs of top-line momentum, the current P/E of 75.88 and the aggressive $43.5M quarterly share repurchase program in the face of thin 0.5% net margins warrant a cautious approach.
LZ Growth Metrics
LegalZoom.com, Inc. (LZ) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years9.94%
3 Years6.84%
TTM12.87%
Profit CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years9.29%
3 Years-
TTM-62.42%
EPS CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years16.74%
3 Years-
TTM-62.77%
Return on Capital
10 Years34.35%
5 Years-8.91%
3 Years15.23%
Last Year8.96%
LZ Recent Earnings
LegalZoom.com, Inc. (LZ) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 5/12 qtrs (42%)●Beat Revenue 11/12 qtrs (92%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 6, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.12-7.7%
$0.13
Rev
$207M+2.3%
$202M
Q1 2026
Feb 19, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.17-5.6%
$0.18
Rev
$190M+3.0%
$185M
Q4 2025
Nov 5, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.17-15.0%
$0.20
Rev
$190M+2.9%
$185M
Q3 2025
Aug 7, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.15+0.0%
$0.15
Rev
$193M+5.8%
$182M
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 6, 2026 | $0.12vs $0.13-7.7% | $207Mvs $202M+2.3% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 19, 2026 | $0.17vs $0.18-5.6% | $190Mvs $185M+3.0% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 5, 2025 | $0.17vs $0.20-15.0% | $190Mvs $185M+2.9% |
| Q3 2025 | Aug 7, 2025 | $0.15vs $0.15+0.0% | $193Mvs $182M+5.8% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for LegalZoom.com, Inc. (LZ)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $7.04 | $1.21B | 88.00 | 10.88% | 2.04% | 11.64% | — | |
| $8.86 | $1.09B | 10.67 | 2.4% | 13.81% | 17.92% | — | |
| $24.23 | $5.1B | 78.16 | 29.37% | 6.12% | 12.66% | — | |
| $85.78 | $28.57B | 571.87 | 38.8% | 11.95% | 11.17% | — | |
| $16.51 | $66.9M | 29.48 | 55.33% | 13.15% | 2.48% | — | |
| $272.14 | $74.44B | 19.91 | 15.63% | 21.91% | 23.29% | — |
Compare LZ vs Peers
LegalZoom.com, Inc. (LZ) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
LZ SEC Filings & Documents
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LZ Frequently Asked Questions
LegalZoom.com, Inc. (LZ) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is LegalZoom.com, Inc.'s revenue?
LegalZoom.com, Inc. (LZ) reported $779.7M in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 546% increase from $120.8M in 2010.
How fast is LegalZoom.com, Inc. growing?
LegalZoom.com, Inc. (LZ) grew revenue by 10.9% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Is LZ profitable?
Yes, LegalZoom.com, Inc. (LZ) is profitable, generating $11.4M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (2.0% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
What is LZ's return on equity?
LegalZoom.com, Inc. (LZ) has a return on equity (ROE) of 11.6%. This is reasonable for most industries.
What is LegalZoom.com, Inc.'s free cash flow?
LegalZoom.com, Inc. (LZ) generated $147.6M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.