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Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020, the stock performances of companies in the dating and pet industries have diverged significantly.

👉Dating Industry Stocks:

• Match Group Inc. (MTCH): As of March 28, 2025, MTCH is trading at $31.84. This represents a substantial decline of approximately 82% from its all-time high of $175.53 in October 2021. The company has faced challenges such as slowing user growth and increased competition, leading to a decrease in paying users and revenue growth. 

• Bumble Inc. (BMBL): Currently, BMBL is trading at $4.52, marking a dramatic decrease of about 94% from its peak of $78.89 shortly after its IPO in February 2021. Factors contributing to this decline include disappointing future sales projections, a decrease in paying users, and broader user fatigue with dating apps. 

👉Pet Industry Stocks:

• Chewy Inc. (CHWY): As of March 28, 2025, CHWY is trading at $32.69. During the pandemic, Chewy experienced significant growth, with its stock price more than doubling over the past year. This surge was driven by increased pet ownership and a shift toward online shopping for pet supplies. In the fourth quarter, Chewy reported a 15% year-over-year revenue growth to $3.25 billion, surpassing expectations. 

• PetIQ Inc. (PETQ): PETQ is currently trading at $30.98. While specific performance details since the pandemic are limited, the pet industry as a whole has demonstrated resilience and growth during this period.

👉Overall, pet industry stocks have outperformed dating industry stocks since the onset of COVID-19. The pandemic accelerated trends favoring the pet sector, such as increased pet adoption and online shopping for pet products, while dating apps faced challenges related to user engagement and market saturation.