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Skillz Platform Inc (SKLZ)

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$6.82
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Profit since last BUY31.66%
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06/30/2025: SKLZ (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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2 Analysts rated it

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Year Target Price $10.25

Year Target Price $10.25

Analyst’s Price TargetsFor last 52 week
$10.25Target price
Low$3.54
Current$6.82
high$7.16

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -45.68%
Avg. Invested days 24
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 106.41M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 10.25
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 10.25
Volume (30-day avg) 2
Beta 2.77
52 Weeks Range 3.54 - 7.16
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 3.54 - 7.16
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -2.7

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

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Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

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Profitability

Profit Margin -39.33%
Operating Margin (TTM) -92.65%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -15.13%
Return on Equity (TTM) -21.26%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value -11295180
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.15
Enterprise Value -11295180
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.15
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.2
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -0.2
Shares Outstanding 12500000
Shares Floating 10475556
Shares Outstanding 12500000
Shares Floating 10475556
Percent Insiders 16.36
Percent Institutions 39.04

Analyst Ratings

Rating 2
Target Price 10.25
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Strong Buy 1
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Strong Buy 1
Hold 1
Sell -
Strong Sell -
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Skillz Platform Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Skillz Platform Inc was founded in 2012. It provides a mobile games platform connecting players in fair, fun, and meaningful competition. Initially focused on skill-based mobile gaming, it aimed to create a level playing field for competitive gamers.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Mobile Games Platform: Skillz provides a platform that allows game developers to integrate competitive multiplayer functionalities into their games. It facilitates tournaments and head-to-head competitions among players.
  • Esports: Skillz supports esports activities by enabling game developers to host competitive events and tournaments on its platform.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Skillz's leadership team consists of experienced executives in technology and gaming. The organizational structure is designed to support its platform development and game developer partnerships.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Skillz Platform: The Skillz platform is the core product, offering a competitive gaming environment. Market share data is variable and hard to pinpoint, with estimates suggesting around 25% in the skill-based mobile gaming tournament sector. Competitors include GameHouse and other esports platforms.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The mobile gaming industry is experiencing significant growth, with competitive gaming and esports gaining popularity. The industry is characterized by innovation, evolving player preferences, and increasing monetization opportunities.

Positioning

Skillz is positioned as a leader in the skill-based mobile gaming tournament space. Its competitive advantage lies in its proprietary platform and its ability to attract and retain game developers.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for mobile gaming is estimated to be over $100 billion. Skillz aims to capture a significant portion of this market by focusing on skill-based competitions and esports.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Proprietary Platform Technology
  • Established Partnerships with Game Developers
  • Focus on Skill-Based Gaming
  • Strong Brand Recognition in Competitive Mobile Gaming

Weaknesses

  • Heavy Reliance on Marketing Spend
  • Negative Profitability
  • Competition from Established Gaming Companies
  • Volatility in User Acquisition Costs

Opportunities

  • Expansion into New Geographies
  • Partnerships with Larger Gaming Publishers
  • Development of New Platform Features
  • Growth in Mobile Esports

Threats

  • Increasing Competition
  • Changes in Mobile Gaming Regulations
  • Fluctuations in User Engagement
  • Economic Downturn

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Playstudios (MYPS)
  • Electronic Arts (EA)
  • Activision Blizzard (ATVI)

Competitive Landscape

Skillz faces intense competition from established gaming companies and emerging mobile gaming platforms. It must differentiate itself through innovation and partnerships to maintain its market position.

Major Acquisitions

AIBrain

  • Year: 2021
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 38
  • Strategic Rationale: Acquired AIBrain to accelerate its AI and machine learning initiatives and enhance the gaming experience on its platform.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Skillz experienced rapid growth in its early years, driven by increased adoption of its platform. However, growth has slowed and profitability has been challenging.

Future Projections: Future growth projections are dependent on the company's ability to innovate and expand its user base and cut marketing spending. Analyst estimates vary widely.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include platform enhancements and partnerships to attract more game developers and users.

Summary

Skillz is a platform with innovative skill-based gaming, but is dealing with profitability and stiff competition. Its partnerships and technology are strengths, but its reliance on marketing spend is a concern. Successful execution of growth strategies is crucial for achieving sustainable profitability. Skillz needs to manage its cost structure effectively to improve its financial performance.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on available information and represents a general overview. It is not financial advice.

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About Skillz Platform Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Las Vegas, NV, United States
IPO Launch date 2020-12-18
Co-Founder, CEO & Chairman of the Board Mr. Andrew C. Paradise
Sector Communication Services
Industry Electronic Gaming & Multimedia
Full time employees -
Full time employees -

Skillz Inc. operates a mobile game platform in the United States, Israel, China, Malta, and internationally. The company operates in two segments, Skillz an Aarki. It offers eSports gaming platform, which enables game developers to monetize content through multi-player competition. The company provides advertising solutions for mobile app developers. It distributes games through direct app download from its website, as well as through third-party platforms. Skillz Inc. was founded in 2012 and is based in Las Vegas, Nevada.