AppLovin: A Dip We Were All Waiting For (Rating Upgrade)

AppLovin Corporation delivered a robust quarter with 52.4% revenue growth and an 83.8% adjusted EBITDA margin, yet shares sold off sharply on modest headline misses. APP's balance sheet is strong, with $3B cash, $3.5B debt, and a 29x interest coverage ratio, supporting continued self-funded growth. Opening AXON Ads to self-serve expands TAM, targeting $7B in first-year ad spend from new verticals beyond gaming, including fintech and CTV.