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1. Company Snapshot

1.a. Company Description

Red Violet, Inc., a software and services company, specializes in proprietary technologies and applying analytical capabilities to deliver identity intelligence in the United States.It offers idiCORE, an investigative solution used to address various organizational challenges, which include due diligence, risk mitigation, identity authentication, and regulatory compliance; and FOREWARN, an app-based solution that provides instant knowledge before face-to-face engagement with a consumer, as well as helps professionals to identify and mitigate risk.The company serves financial services, insurance, healthcare, retail, and telecommunication companies; law enforcement and government agencies; and collections, corporate security, and investigative firms, as well as solutions used for purposes, such as risk mitigation, due diligence, fraud detection and prevention, regulatory compliance, and customer acquisition.


It markets its products and services through value-added distributors, resellers, and strategic partners; and trade shows and seminars, advertising, public relations, distribution of sales literature, and product specifications and ongoing communication with prospective customers, distributors, resellers, strategic partners, and installed base of current customers, as well as through direct sales.Red Violet, Inc.was incorporated in 2017 and is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida.

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1.b. Last Insights on RDVT

Red Violet, Inc.'s recent performance was driven by strong Q3 2025 earnings, with revenue increasing 21% to a record $23.1 million and producing a record $10.2 million in cash flow from operations. The company's quarterly earnings of $0.39 per share beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.32 per share. Additionally, IDI, a Red Violet company, announced integrations with TazWorks to expand access to its identity intelligence in the background screening industry. A $15 million increase to the share repurchase program was also announced, signaling confidence in the company's financials.

1.c. Company Highlights

2. Red Violet's Q3 Earnings: A Record-Breaking Quarter

Red Violet reported a record-breaking quarter with revenue of $23.1 million, up 21% year-over-year, and adjusted gross profit of $19.4 million, resulting in a record adjusted gross margin of 84%. The company's adjusted EBITDA was a record $9 million, with a record margin of 39%, while adjusted net income was a record $5.8 million, producing record adjusted earnings of $0.39 per diluted share, surpassing analyst estimates of $0.32. The company generated a record $7.3 million in free cash flow and demonstrated significant growth in its customer base, adding over 300 customers to IDI.

Publication Date: Nov -20

📋 Highlights
  • Record Revenue & Profit Growth:: Revenue surged to $23.1 million (+21%), adjusted gross profit hit $19.4 million (84% margin), and adjusted EBITDA reached $9 million (39% margin).
  • Strong Customer Expansion:: Added 304 IDI customers (total 9,800), 25,000+ FOREWARN users, and 590+ realtor associations contracted.
  • Free Cash Flow & Share Repurchases:: Generated $7.3 million in free cash flow and increased buyback program by $15 million, with $18.9 million remaining.
  • Rule of 40 & AI Advancement:: Achieved a Rule of 40 score of 60%, leveraging AI to enhance platform efficiency and differentiate from competitors.
  • Public Sector Traction:: Secured major wins in public sector (state toll authority) and background screening (payroll processor), expanding into large markets.

Customer Growth and Expansion

The company ended the quarter with over 9,800 customers, and FOREWARN added over 25,000 users, ending the quarter with over 590 realtor associations contracted to use the service. Red Violet has a strong sales pipeline, with an increasing number of larger customer wins across verticals, and is confident in its ability to deliver a strong finish to the year. The company's focus on growing its customer base and expanding profitability is evident in its significant wins, including a large state toll authority and a large payroll processor, demonstrating traction in the public sector and background screening industries.

Operational Efficiency and AI Initiatives

Red Violet is leveraging AI to advance multiple initiatives that enhance the intelligence and efficiency of its platform, further distancing itself from competitors. The company has seen significant renewals and usage growth over the last 5 years, with most contracts being 1- to 2-year agreements and a strong retention rate. The installed base of close to 400,000 users and the pricing strategy for FOREWARN, which offers unlimited searches for individual professionals, are expected to drive future growth.

Valuation and Outlook

With a P/E Ratio of 84.87 and an EV/EBITDA of 34.03, the market is pricing in significant growth expectations. Analysts estimate next year's revenue growth at 14.3%. The company's strong pipeline and confidence in its ability to create meaningful value for customers and shareholders are expected to drive future performance. The management team's opportunistic buyback program, with an average repurchase price of $42.26 in Q3, and the current share price of $54.53, suggest that the company views its shares as attractive.

Capital Allocation Strategy

The company announced a $15 million increase to its share repurchase program, which now has $18.9 million remaining. The management team and Board believe in the company's differentiated assets and competitive advantages, and see the buyback as a useful tool in their capital allocation strategy. The company's Rule of 40 score was 60%, indicating a strong balance between growth and profitability.

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Aviva PLC Invests $480,000 in Red Violet, Inc. $RDVT

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red violet Named to TIME's America's Growth Leaders of 2026 List

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Red Violet, Inc. (RDVT) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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Red Violet, Inc. (RDVT) Tops Q3 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

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4. Business Breakdown

4.a. Revenues by Country

4.b. Revenues by Segment

5. Expected revenues mid-term growth (15.10%)

6. Segments

Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning-Driven Identity Intelligence Platform

Expected Growth: 15.1%

The growth of Red Violet's AI-driven Identity Intelligence Platform is driven by increasing demand for identity verification and fraud prevention, coupled with the adoption of machine learning and artificial intelligence in various industries.

7. Detailed Products

Forewarn

A platform that provides real-time access to public records, allowing users to make informed decisions

ForewarnIQ

An AI-powered platform that provides advanced analytics and visualization tools to help users identify patterns and connections

idiCORE

A data analytics platform that provides access to a vast repository of public records and data

idiVERIFIED

A verification platform that provides real-time identity verification and authentication

8. Red Violet, Inc.'s Porter Forces

Forces Ranking

Threat Of Substitutes

Red Violet, Inc. operates in a niche market, providing data analytics and information solutions. While there are some substitutes available, they are not as comprehensive as Red Violet's offerings, reducing the threat of substitutes.

Bargaining Power Of Customers

Red Violet, Inc. has a diverse customer base, and no single customer accounts for a significant portion of its revenue, reducing the bargaining power of customers.

Bargaining Power Of Suppliers

Red Violet, Inc. has a diversified supply chain, and its suppliers do not have significant bargaining power, reducing the threat of supplier negotiations.

Threat Of New Entrants

The data analytics and information solutions market is highly competitive, and new entrants can easily enter the market, posing a significant threat to Red Violet, Inc.'s market share.

Intensity Of Rivalry

The data analytics and information solutions market is highly competitive, with many established players, leading to a high intensity of rivalry among competitors, including Red Violet, Inc.

9. SWOT Analysis

10. Capital Structure

10.a. Balance Sheet

10.b. Weighted Average Cost of capital

Value
Debt Weight 2.90%
Debt Cost 3.95%
Equity Weight 97.10%
Equity Cost 9.69%
WACC 9.53%
Leverage 2.98%

11. Quality Control: Red Violet, Inc. passed 7 out of 9 key points

12.a Historical Valuation

12.b Price/Earnings Ratio

12.c Margin Valuation

12.d Peers Valuation

Peers Group Analysis

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Red Violet

A-Score: 5.5/10

Value: 0.9

Growth: 8.7

Quality: 7.6

Yield: 1.0

Momentum: 9.5

Volatility: 5.0

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Dave

A-Score: 4.8/10

Value: 1.1

Growth: 8.0

Quality: 8.7

Yield: 0.0

Momentum: 10.0

Volatility: 1.3

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Grindr

A-Score: 4.5/10

Value: 4.8

Growth: 5.4

Quality: 4.9

Yield: 0.0

Momentum: 8.0

Volatility: 3.7

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Blend Labs

A-Score: 4.1/10

Value: 8.4

Growth: 6.2

Quality: 3.2

Yield: 0.0

Momentum: 5.0

Volatility: 2.0

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Viant Technology

A-Score: 3.9/10

Value: 6.2

Growth: 8.0

Quality: 5.3

Yield: 0.0

Momentum: 1.5

Volatility: 2.3

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Wag

A-Score: 3.8/10

Value: 10.0

Growth: 6.3

Quality: 6.5

Yield: 0.0

Momentum: 0.0

Volatility: 0.0

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Peers Metrics

12.e Scoring Insights

12.f DCF BETA

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Short term Time

Long-Term Growth

WACC

Target Price

53.3$

Current Price

53.3$

Potential

-0.00%

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