Upwork Inc. (UPWK)

Upwork Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides platforms and workforce solutions that connect businesses with freelance, agency, fractional, and payrolled talent in the United States, the Philippines, India, Pakistan, and internationally. The company offers Upwork Marketplace, a human and AI-powered work marketplace that connects businesses with on-demand access to independent talent across a range of categories, including AI-related projects, administrative support, sales and marketing, design and creative, and customer service, as well as web, mobile, and software development. Its marketplace also streamlines workflows, such as talent sourcing, outreach, contracting, and engagement management, as well as provides infrastructure for remote collaboration, including communication and collaboration tools, consolidated invoicing, and payment protection; and Upwork Payroll services. It also offers enterprise solutions that provide access to platform capabilities that support contingent workforce solutions, including sourcing, onboarding, classification, compliance and contract management, payments, and reporting. In addition, the company offers managed services that provide a service-led program management and end-to-end project delivery solution that enables enterprise clients to outsource defined functions or projects; Uma, an AI assistant; and escrow services. The company was formerly known as Elance-oDesk, Inc. and changed its name to Upwork Inc. in May 2015. Upwork Inc. was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California.

• Annual Report (10-K)

  A yearly overview of the business, its financial results, and the risks it faces.

  Filed on 2026-02-13

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• Quarterly Report (10-Q)

  A snapshot of financial performance for the most recent three-month period.

  Filed on 2026-08-10

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• Current Report (8-K)

  An announcement of a major event, such as a leadership change or big news.

  Filed on 2026-08-10

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• 5/7/2026NEGATIVE
  Upwork Stock Plunges On Q1 Earnings, Softer Revenue Outlook, Restructuring Plan

  Upwork Inc. experienced a significant stock price decline in after-hours trading following the release of its first-quarter financial results. The company reported weaker-than-expected revenue figures and provided a softer outlook for the upcoming quarter. Additionally, Upwork announced a restructuring plan, which often signals underlying business challenges or a need to cut costs. Investors reacted negatively to the combination of disappointing financial performance and the uncertainty introduced by the restructuring, leading to a sell-off.

• 2/26/2026NEGATIVE
  Upwork Stock Down 11% This Past Year, and One Investor Just Exited a $3 Million Stake

  Global freelance platform Upwork Inc. (UPWK) has seen a significant decline in its stock value, dropping 11% over the past year. This underperformance has been further exacerbated by news that an investor recently exited a $3 million stake. Such a substantial divestment suggests increasing caution or a lack of confidence from significant market players regarding the company's future prospects. Investors should closely monitor Upwork's upcoming financial reports and growth strategies to assess whether the negative sentiment will persist or if there will be signs of recovery in an increasingly competitive sector.

• 2/24/2026POSITIVE
  Investment Advisor Builds Massive Position in Upwork Stock with $6.8 Million Buy

  Markets Gazette reports significant bullish activity in Upwork Inc. shares following a substantial $6.8 million investment by an unnamed advisor. This move signals robust confidence in the digital marketplace connecting businesses with global freelance talent. Such a large position suggests a strong belief in Upwork's growth trajectory and its ability to capitalize on the expanding gig economy. Investors should note this institutional endorsement, as it often precedes increased market interest and potential upward price momentum for the stock. The investment highlights Upwork's perceived value as a leader in the evolving future of work.