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Google Expands Partnership with Reddit Amid Concerns Over User Growth

Google’s Algorithm Change Affects Reddit’s User Growth

Redburn Atlantic analyst James Cordwell initiated coverage on Reddit’s stock with a "sell" rating, citing concerns over the company’s growth in daily active users (DAUs). According to Cordwell, Reddit’s growth in DAUs is vulnerable to algorithm changes by Google. In the fourth quarter, Reddit saw a sequential decline of 600,000 users in US-based DAUs arriving on Reddit via Google search.

Reddit’s Shares Plummet 5.6% in Afternoon Trading

Shares of Reddit fell 5.6% in afternoon trading on Monday, following the news.

Google’s Vertex AI to Enhance Search on Reddit

The expanded partnership between Google and Reddit now enables Reddit to use Google’s Vertex AI, an artificial intelligence (AI) development platform, to enhance search on the Reddit platform. This will make it easier for users to find helpful information.

Google to Integrate Reddit’s API for Real-Time Content

Google will also have access to Reddit’s API, allowing for real-time, structured content. This will improve the accuracy and relevance of displayed information.

Reddit’s Organic User Growth Remains Unchanged

Cordwell pointed out that the growth of Reddit’s organic users, those who log in to use the platform regularly, has largely been unchanged over the past six months, indicating little structural change in the appeal of Reddit.

Conclusion

The expanded partnership between Google and Reddit aims to enhance search functionality on the Reddit platform, making it easier for users to find relevant information. However, concerns over Reddit’s user growth and the potential impact of Google’s algorithm changes remain a concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the purpose of the expanded partnership between Google and Reddit?
A: The partnership aims to enhance search functionality on the Reddit platform, making it easier for users to find relevant information.

Q: Why did Redburn Atlantic analyst James Cordwell initiate coverage on Reddit’s stock with a "sell" rating?
A: Cordwell cited concerns over Reddit’s growth in daily active users (DAUs) and the potential impact of Google’s algorithm changes.

Q: What is the impact of Google’s algorithm change on Reddit’s user growth?
A: Reddit saw a sequential decline of 600,000 users in US-based DAUs arriving on Reddit via Google search in the fourth quarter.

Angela Lee
Angela Lee
Director of Research

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