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Truecaller

Global caller ID and spam protection

Overview

Truecaller helps users identify who is calling and block unwanted calls on both mobile and landline phones. It uses a crowd-sourced directory and real-time call data to reveal unknown numbers, flag spam, and block suspicious calls; premium features include an ad-free experience, enhanced blocking, and the ability to see who viewed the user’s profile, with advertising generating revenue. It stands out through its global user network and freemium model that covers both mobile and landline contexts for individuals, businesses, and authorities. Its goal is to make phone communications safer and more reliable by helping people identify callers, prevent scams, and reduce fraud.

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About Truecaller

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Why Truecaller is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & AnalyticsConsumer SoftwareCybersecurity

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Stockholms kommun, Sweden

Founded

2009

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What believers are saying

  • Q3 2026 subscription revenue grew 32%, and recurring revenue reached 47% of sales.
  • September 2026 text+ integration adds 1.5 million monthly active users in the US.
  • October 2026 AI call recording in India monetizes Premium with transcription and summaries.

What critics are saying

  • India's October 19, 2026 tax audit targets roughly SEK 900 million through Q1 2027.
  • Q3 2026 ad revenue fell 15%, exposing dependence on volatile advertising demand.
  • Smartphone shipments and product issues slowed user growth, threatening Truecaller's core distribution engine.

What makes Truecaller unique

  • Truecaller Lite, launched June 10, 2026, serves low-RAM Android phones across emerging markets.
  • Truecaller's database identified 68 billion spam and fraud calls in 2025.
  • TextPlus adds second numbers and VoIP, expanding Truecaller's US communications platform.

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Funding

Total Funding

$323.8M

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8 Rounds

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Parental Leave
  • Phone/Internet Stipend
  • Wellness Program

Stock Price

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

3%

2 year growth

3%
Affärsvärlden
Nov 3rd, 2026
Tax dispute lowers Truecaller's profit.

Tax dispute lowers Truecaller's profit. The communications app company Truecaller reports slightly lower revenue and a negative net profit in the third quarter compared with the corresponding period last year, according to final figures. Today 07:49 Revenue fell 1% to SEK 464.0 million (467.9). In constant currencies, revenue increased by approximately 3%. The gross margin was 71.3% (75.7). Adjusted EBITDA was SEK 148.5 million (162.5), with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 32.0% (34.7). EBITDA was SEK 130.2 million (162.5), with an EBITDA margin of 28.1% (34.7). Net profit was -SEK 22.6 million (108.5). Profit was burdened by a tax provision of SEK 92 million linked to a dispute with Indian tax authorities. Earnings per share were -SEK 0.07 (0.32), both before and after dilution. The number of monthly active users, excluding iOS, increased to 476.2 million (441.7), an increase of 34.5 million users. CEO Rishit Jhunjhunwala emphasizes that the company has returned to growth in constant currencies and that all revenue streams improved compared with the previous quarter. The new advertising infrastructure and a larger share of recurring revenue contribute to the development. At the same time, user growth has been dampened by weaker smartphone sales and certain product quality issues. "Truecaller is entering the final stretch of the year with a stronger product offering, an optimized advertising matrix and an expanding global business," writes the Truecaller chief. He continues: "This year has been tough for all of us, but I believe that we have come out of it stronger than we were in 2025. We continue to believe that we have much more to offer mobile users globally, and we are enthusiastic about everything we are building for 2027 and beyond." Truecaller provides no forecast. | Key figures, SEK million | Q3 2026 | Q3 2025 | Change | | Revenue | 464.0 | 467.9 | -1% | | Gross margin, % | 71.3 | 75.7 | -4.4 pp | | Adjusted EBITDA | 148.5 | 162.5 | -9% | | Adjusted EBITDA margin, % | 32.0 | 34.7 | -2.7 pp | | EBITDA | 130.2 | 162.5 | -20% | | EBITDA margin, % | 28.1 | 34.7 | -6.6 pp | | Net profit | -22.6 | 108.5 | / | | Earnings per share before dilution, SEK | -0.07 | 0.32 | / | | Earnings per share after dilution, SEK | -0.07 | 0.32 | / | | Active users excluding iOS, millions | 476.2 | 441.7 | +8% | Truecaller -0.29% (-0.07 SEK)

Cision
Nov 3rd, 2026
Return to growth following a successful strategic reset.

Return to growth following a successful strategic reset. Interim report January-September 2026 Truecaller, the leading global platform for safe and trusted communication, report a decrease in net sales with 1% to SEK 464.0 million (467.9), in constant currencies net sales grew with 3% and compared to Q2 net sales grew with 18%. In constant currencies subscription revenues grew with 32%, revenues from Truecaller for Business increased with 14% while revenue from ads declined with 12%. Truecallers recurring revenues grew 26% year-over year in constant currencies and now accounts for 47% (38%) of total net sales. EBITDA excluded non-recurring items decreased by 9% to SEK 148.5 million (162.5) equivalent to an EBITDA-margin of 32.0 (34.7) percent. In constant currencies the EBITDA decrease was approximately 5%. EBITDA decreased by 20% to SEK 130 million (163) and the margin was 28.1% (34.7%), in constant currencies the decrease was approximately 16%. During the quarter average number of monthly active users grew with 5 million. July-September 2026 (Q3) Comparative figures refer to july-september 2025. Net sales decreased by 1 percent to SEK 464.0 million (467.9). Net sales in constant currencies increased by approximately 3 percent. EBITDA excluding non-recurring items decreased by 9 percent to SEK 148.5 million (162.5) equivalent to an EBITDA-margin of 32.0 (34.7) percent. In constant currencies the EBITDA decrease was approximately 5 percent. Non-recurring items consists of advisory costs related to the acquisition of Text+ Inc. of SEK 18.3 million. EBITDA including non-recurring items decreased by 20 percent to 130.2 (162.5), corresponding to an EBITDA-margin of 28.1 (34.7) percent. In constant currencies the EBITDA decrease was approximately 16 percent. Profit after tax amounted to SEK -22.6 million (108.5), including a provision of SEK 92 million regarding the transfer pricing survey in India. Basic earnings per share were SEK -0.07 (0.32) and diluted earnings per share were SEK -0.07 (0.32) The average number of active users excluding iOS (MAU) increased to 476.2 million (441.7). Net sales decreased by 8 percent in India, increased by 1 percent in the Middle East & Africa and by 27 percent in the rest of the world. January-September 2026 Comparative figures refer to January-September 2025. Net sales decreased by 17 percent to SEK 1218.9 million (1461.3). Net sales in constant currencies decreased by approximately 9 percent. EBITDA excluding non-recurring items decreased by 38 percent to SEK 300.7 million (484.4) equivalent to an EBITDA-margin of 24.7 (33.1) percent. In constant currencies the EBITDA decrease was approximately 30 percent. EBITDA including non-recurring items decreased by 42 percent amounted to 282.5 (484.4), corresponding to an EBITDA-margin of 23.2 (33.1) percent. In constant currencies the EBITDA decrease was approximately 34 percent. Profit after tax amounted to SEK 61.5 million (328.2) including a provision of SEK 92 million regarding the ongoing transfer pricing survey in India. Basic earnings per share were SEK 0.19 (0.96) and diluted earnings per share were SEK 0.19 (0.96). The average number of active users excluding iOS (MAU) increased by 43 million to 470.1 million (426.7). Net sales decreased by 27 percent in India, decreased by 2 percent in the Middle East & Africa but increased by 20 percent in the rest of the world. Following a challenging year, I am very pleased to report that the third quarter marks a strong sequential recovery across all its revenue streams, signaling a return to growth. Its consistent focus on shifting its revenue mix towards recurring revenues is delivering clear results, while its advertising business has improved significantly on the back of its successful reset of the business. Net sales for the quarter amounted to SEK 464.0 million, representing an 18 percent sequential growth compared to Q2, and an increase of 3 percent in constant currencies year-on-year. Supported by disciplined cost control, its underlying profitability returned to a healthy level, yielding an EBITDA excluding non-recurring items of SEK 148.5 million, equivalent to an EBITDA margin of 32.0 percent. While these results are highly encouraging, Transparency International firmly believe there is still more to harvest from the structural improvements Transparency International has made during the year. Both its advertising business and Truecaller for Business (TfB) made material comebacks on a quarterly basis. Within Ads, Transparency International advanced the deployment of its proprietary ad tech infrastructure, and saw progressive revenue stabilization during the quarter, culminating in ad revenues shifting back to positive, albeit modest, growth year-on-year in September. Compared to Q2, ad revenues grew 23 percent. Following its shift to a multi-partner model, message volumes for Business Messaging are now structurally higher than at the same point last year, while its core Verified Business offering continues its stable development. Net sales for TfB grew 15% compared to Q2 and are back to growth Y/Y. Its consumer Premium subscription business delivers robust growth, with revenues growing 32 percent year-on-year. An area of continued focus for Transparency International. During the quarter Transparency International completed the acquisition of text+, a subscription-led communications platform in the US with around 1.5 million monthly active users. The acquisition strengthens its group's product offering and is laying the groundwork for accelerating growth in the US market. text+ is now promoted inside Truecaller, with further integrations in both directions under way. Over time Transparency International see text+ extending Truecaller ́s protection into everyday calling and messaging in the US, as well as other regions. During Q3, Transparency International experienced a deceleration in user growth, primarily driven by a global contraction in smartphone sales alongside some product issues on its platform. Smartphone shipments have dropped 20-22% globally in Q3 alone, the lowest in more than a decade. In its own device pre-loads initiative, Transparency International observe a similar trend where Transparency International OEMs are pre-loading Truecaller less in the recent quarters due to the lack of device shipments. While the product issues are being addressed with highest priority, Transparency International expect these external growth challenges to continue in many regions in the short term as rising RAM prices make smartphones more expensive. This deceleration is anticipated to be more evident in highly price-sensitive and well penetrated markets, such as India, Nigeria and Egypt, where a larger share of growth comes from new-to-mobile users. However, in various markets in Africa, South East Asia and South- and Latin America, which have a lower Truecaller penetration Transparency International continue to see healthy growth as Transparency International has a lot of headroom to grow among existing smartphone users. While this near-term headwind impacts user volume, Transparency International don't expect to see the same trend in its financial performance. Transparency International is confident in its ability to lift average revenue per user (ARPU) through the suite of new product enhancements, premium services, digital consumables, text+ expansion and B2B products currently rolling out across markets. Moving forward, Transparency International will continue to introduce new ways to monetize its global user base while fully leveraging the extensive data signals at its disposal to unlock further value. Truecaller enters the final stretch of the year with a stronger product offering, an optimized advertising matrix, and expanding global horizons. I thank its global team, users, and shareholders for their continued trust as Transparency International build a safer and more trusted communication environment worldwide. This year has been rough for all of Transparency International but I believe Transparency International has come out of it stronger than Transparency International were in 2025. Transparency International continue to believe Transparency International has a lot more to offer mobile phone users globally and Transparency International is excited about all that Transparency International is building for 2027 and beyond. Presentation of the report Rishit Jhunjhunwala, CEO and Odd Bolin, CFO presents the report and answers questions in a webcast and conference call on the 3rd of November at 13.00 CET. The presentation will be held in English. If you wish to participate via webcast please use the link below. If you wish to participate via teleconference please register on the link below. After registration you will be provided phone numbers and a conference ID to access the conference. You can ask questions verbally via the teleconference. Andreas Frid, Head of IR & Communication About Truecaller: Truecaller is an essential part of everyday communication for 500 million active users worldwide, with more than one billion downloads since launch and 68 billion spam and fraud calls identified in 2025 alone. The company is headquartered in Stockholm, is a member of the GSMA, and has been publicly listed on Nasdaq Stockholm since October 2021. For more information, visit truecaller.com.

GSM Outlook
Oct 28th, 2026
Truecaller launches 10MB 'Lite' app in India.

Truecaller launches 10MB 'Lite' app in India. Truecaller has launched a dedicated 'Lite' version of its calling app for users in India, addressing the growing issue of app bloat and catering to the large number of smartphone owners with lower-specification devices. The app, currently available for Android only, is a mere 10MB in size. Designed for limited resources. Unlike some 'Lite' apps that are simply trimmed-down versions of their full counterparts, Truecaller states that Truecaller Lite is built from the ground up to require less memory and processing power. According to TelecomTalk, this approach allows the app to function effectively on phones with as little as 4GB of RAM. The timing of the launch coincides with India's peak shopping season, a period often marked by a surge in spam calls and scams - including fraudulent delivery notifications, deceptive offers, and Know Your Customer (KYC) fraud. Truecaller believes the lightweight app will ensure more users can benefit from its caller ID and spam detection features, even on budget devices. Core features remain. Despite its smaller footprint, Truecaller Lite retains core functionality. Users can identify callers with caller ID, and the app can also function as a default dialer, integrating call history, contacts, and a number search feature. Truecaller confirmed the Lite version utilizes the same database and detection systems as the main app, and adheres to the same privacy standards. The Truecaller Lite app is available for free on the Google Play Store in India and is rolling out in phases to eligible Android devices over the coming weeks. There are currently no plans to release a version for iPhones.

MarketScreener
Oct 19th, 2026
Global markets live: Eli Lilly, Tesla, KKR, Rheinmetall...

Global markets live: Eli Lilly, Tesla, KKR, Rheinmetall... Every day, the MarketScreener team selects the most important news about listed companies worldwide. Here's a short summary for your convenience: Published on 10/19/2026 at 10:38 am EDT MarketScreener.com North america. * Eli Lilly is nearing European approval for its anti-obesity pill Foundayo, positioning itself against Novo Nordisk's Wegovy. * Tesla is set to release Q3 earnings, with focus on AI spending and Starlink growth. * KKR announces the sale of Infinity Transportation to Ares Management for $2.9 billion. * Tenstorrent raises $1.5 billion in Series E, doubling its valuation to $6.2 billion for AI server processor production. * AI-linked technology stocks face a sell-off after a 10% decline in the SOX chip index, with upcoming earnings from Meta and Tesla in focus. * Microsoft withdraws from a data center lease deal with Nscale due to power supply issues and delays. * EyePoint halts trials for its macular degeneration drug Duravyu and cuts workforce by 53% after failed studies. Europe. * Red Cat Holdings launches a €39 per share takeover offer for Steyr Motors, valuing the deal at €204.8 million. * Avanza experiences mixed target price adjustments and recommendations from analysts. * Investor AB sees raised target prices from multiple financial institutions, indicating confidence in its growth. * Platzer's Q3 report prompts varied analyst recommendations on its valuation and growth. * Rubis converts to a Société Anonyme to simplify governance and reduce liability, sparking interest. * Truecaller reports a 1% revenue decline but a 3% increase in constant currencies for Q3, with a 20% drop in EBITDA. * Rheinmetall and MSC acquire the Romanian Mangalia shipyard for €138 million for civilian and military shipbuilding. * Austrian Airlines flight OS82 diverted to Sofia due to a bomb threat, cleared for continuation. Rest of world: * Indonesia Stock Exchange reduces its lower auto-rejection limit to 7% from 15% to address market concerns. * South32 Ltd reports a 2% rise in copper output to 18,700 metric tons, maintaining full-year guidance for FY27. * Daiichi Life unit proposes to acquire the remaining 79% of Challenger for A$11.80 per share, valuing it at A$7.94 billion. * Dubai Investments plans to float a 20% stake in DIP Holding, marking the UAE's first IPO of the year. * Axis Bank shares drop over 4% after reporting quarterly profit that missed expectations due to higher costs. * Jio Platforms' anchor-investor quota is nearly 30 times oversubscribed, raising up to $3.2 billion in India's largest IPO. * Zetwerk's $518 million IPO in India is fully subscribed on the last day due to strong institutional interest. (C) MarketScreener.com - 2026

MarketScreener
Oct 19th, 2026
Stockholm exchange falls sharply after AI rout on Wall Street, OMXS30 index drops 1.4%.

Stockholm exchange falls sharply after AI rout on Wall Street, OMXS30 index drops 1.4%. Published on 10/19/2026 at 06:58 am EDT Finwire - Translated by Marketscreener - See original The Stockholm exchange fell on Monday, weighed down by Friday's declines on Wall Street following renewed concerns about AI stocks. The trend mirrors that of leading European markets. In the news flow, Catena Media plunged after issuing a profit warning, while Truecaller rose on preliminary third-quarter figures. At around 12:50 p.m., the OMXS30 index was down 1.38% at 3,251.19. Approximately SEK7.3bn worth of shares had changed hands on the Stockholm exchange. Among the exchange's larger industrial sectors, energy performed best, rising 1.3%. At the other end of the scale, financials were at the bottom, down 1.4%. Among the leading stocks included in the OMXS30 index, SCA B fell 0.4%, while Tele2 B was down 0.4%. Boliden performed worst, falling 2.5%, while Epiroc A declined 2.2%. Affiliate company Catena Media issued a profit warning for the third quarter, abandoned its full-year growth targets and wrote down intangible assets by €30-35m. Revenue is expected to fall 29% to €8.3m, while adjusted EBITDA is expected to decline to €0.7m, including a positive one-time effect of €0.7m. The stock plunged 19%. Communications app Truecaller reported preliminary revenue of SEK464m for the third quarter, a decrease of 1% but an increase of 3% in constant currencies. Compared with the previous quarter, revenue rose 18%, while EBITDA declined. The company has also received an initial ruling in an Indian tax dispute. The stock rose 6%. Lock maker Assa Abloy is selling HID's PKI business unit to Vista Equity Partners. The business provides solutions in digital identity, authentication, encryption and digital certificates, and generated revenue of SEK570m in 2025 with a strong operating margin. The stock fell 1.4%. Truck and bus maker Volvo is establishing the Volvo Mining business unit to strengthen its position in the mining industry. The business, which brings together offerings in trucks, construction equipment and autonomous solutions, will launch on Jan. 1, 2027, within Volvo Construction Equipment. The initial focus will be on the Nordic region. The stock was down 1.2%. Technology consultant Sweco has signed three framework agreements with state-owned Specialfastigheter with an estimated value of SEK500m. The stock fell 0.7%. Refrigeration wholesaler Beijer Ref has appointed Jonas Steen as its new CEO, effective Nov. 1. It is an internal appointment, as he most recently served as chief operating officer for the EMEA business area. The stock fell 2%. Game developer Coffee Stain received a buy recommendation from Dagens industri, which sees potential upside of 50%. The stock rose 3.2%. Engineering company Sandvik received an upgraded recommendation from Morgan Stanley to overweight from equal weight, with a price target of SEK440. The stock fell 0.6%. Mining equipment company Epiroc, meanwhile, received a downgrade from Morgan Stanley to equal weight from overweight. The price target was lowered to SEK270 from SEK295. Real estate company Studentbostader received a downgraded recommendation from Arctic to hold from buy. The price target was lowered to SEK1.30 from SEK1.50. The stock was down 3.5%. Online broker Avanza received an upgraded recommendation from SB1 Markets to buy from neutral. The price target was reiterated at SEK420. The stock fell 2.6%. IT consultant Tieto received a downgraded recommendation from ABG Sundal Collier to hold from buy. The price target was lowered to €18 from €19. The stock fell 0.3%. Housing platform Hemnet was initiated with a hold recommendation and a price target of SEK72 by Kepler Cheuvreux. The stock fell 4.7%. (C) Finwire - 2026

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