SSPThe E.W. Scripps Company shows a mixed picture, with strong fundamentals and positive performance metrics, but some technical indicators suggest a potential short-term slowdown. Thematic alignment is moderate.
The company operates in the media sector, which has moderate thematic tailwinds. Its focus on local and national news networks provides some diversification, but it is not at the forefront of major disruptive themes like AI or green energy.
The company demonstrates strong profitability and a manageable debt level, with positive revenue growth in recent periods. However, its valuation metrics are currently very low, which could indicate market concerns or undervaluation.
The stock is trading above key moving averages and shows positive short-term momentum, but some oscillators are approaching overbought territory, suggesting potential for a short-term consolidation.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Digital Transformation | 70 |
| Media Consumption Trends | 65 |
| Content Diversification | 75 |
| Innovation in Media Technology | 50 |
| Regulatory Landscape | 60 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 98 |
| Profitability | 70 |
| Growth | 80 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 60 |
| Cash Flow | 90 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 85 |
| Momentum | 70 |
| Volume Confirmation | 75 |
| Support & Resistance | 70 |
| Short-term Oscillators | 50 |
Positive EPS Surprise Trend
The company has exceeded earnings per share (EPS) estimates in 3 out of the last 4 reported quarters, with a notable positive surprise of 51.61% in Q2 2024.
Low Price-to-Earnings Ratio
The trailing P/E ratio is 3.79, which is significantly lower than the industry average, suggesting the stock may be undervalued.
Potentially Overvalued Based on 52-Week High
The current price of $3.565 is closer to the 52-week high of $4.17 than the 52-week low of $1.36, which might suggest it is trading at a premium.
Significant EPS Miss in Q1 2024
The company reported an EPS of -3.17 in Q1 2024, significantly missing the estimate of 0.15 with a surprise of -2241.89%.
December 2020
14
Ex-Dividend Date
December 2020
24
Next Dividend Date
August 2025
8
Next Earnings Date
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A: $
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H: 546.65M
A: 544.17M
L: 540.90M
The E.W. Scripps Company, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a media enterprise through a portfolio of local television stations, national news, and entertainment networks in the United States. It operates through Local Media and Scripps Networks segments. The Local Media segment operates broadcast television stations, which produce over-the-air news, information, sports, entertainment content, and related digital operations; runs network, syndicated, and original programming, as well as local sporting events; and provides core and political advertising services. The Scripps Networks segment offers national television networks through free over-the-air broadcast, cable/satellite, connected TV, and digital distribution. This segment also provides Scripp News, a national news network, which provides politics, entertainment, science, and technology news; Court TV that showcases live trials; entertainment brands, such as ION, Bounce, Grit, ION Mystery, ION Plus, and Laff. The company provides digital presence through online, mobile, connected television, and social platforms; Scripps National Spelling Bee, which shows educational programs; and Nuvyyo, which offers consumers DVR product solutions to watch and record free over-the-air HDTV on connected devices. It serves audiences and businesses through cable and satellite service providers. The E.W. Scripps Company was founded in 1878 and is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.
5.58 USD
The 39 analysts offering 1 year price forecasts for SSP have a max estimate of 10.00 and a min estimate of 1.50.