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Investors interested in stocks from the Internet - Software sector have probably already heard of Bumble Inc. (BMBL) and F5 Networks (FFIV). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?

IIIN, BMBL, EQX, PAAS and TBRG have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on May 13, 2025.

Bumble (BMBL) shares have started gaining and might continue moving higher in the near term, as indicated by solid earnings estimate revisions.

Bumble's 1Q25 revenue was in line with low expectations, but 2Q25 guidance missed consensus; shares rose 20% due to cost-cutting initiatives indicating margin stability. We remain cautious on BMBL due to macro challenges like declining user engagement and micro challenges such as competition from alternative apps. Despite Whitney Wolfe Herd's return as CEO, we are skeptical about a near-term turnaround given revenue decline and competition from larger players.

Bumble shares surged 26% post-Q1 earnings beat, but are still down 30% YTD due to growth and monetization challenges. Management's $35M cost-saving plan, including $20M in marketing cuts, is expected to drive 2025 EBITDA to $280M. Disappointing buybacks: only $29M in Q1 vs. $90M in Q3 2024, raising concerns about management's commitment to capital returns.

Bumble reported a 7.7% year-over-year revenue drop in the first quarter of 2025. Whitney Wolfe Herd, Bumble's founder and newly returned CEO, explained how it got off track.

Bumble Inc. (BMBL) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Although the revenue and EPS for Bumble (BMBL) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended March 2025, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.

Bumble forecast second-quarter revenue below analysts' estimate on Wednesday, signaling that the dating app operator's turnaround plan is taking longer than expected to yield results.

AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bumble Inc. (NASDAQ: BMBL) today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. “Since I returned in mid-March, we have set an accelerated path to return to sustainable, long-term growth,” said Whitney Wolfe Herd, Founder & CEO of Bumble Inc. “We are strengthening our member base and delivering a more intentional experience with more quality and relevant matches, enhanced by technology and product innovation. We've also strengthened ou.