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ACCESS Newswire Inc. (ACCS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/15/2025: ACCS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
2 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $13
1 Year Target Price $13
| 2 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 15.46% | Avg. Invested days 39 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 41.11M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 13 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 13 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 0.78 | 52 Weeks Range 7.79 - 13.35 | Updated Date 06/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 7.79 - 13.35 | Updated Date 06/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.35 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -4.54% | Operating Margin (TTM) 2.86% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.59% | Return on Equity (TTM) -3.73% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 54370284 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.41 |
Enterprise Value 54370284 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.41 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.87 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 18.98 | Shares Outstanding 3833980 | Shares Floating 2148944 |
Shares Outstanding 3833980 | Shares Floating 2148944 | ||
Percent Insiders 26.28 | Percent Institutions 41.78 |
Upturn AI SWOT
ACCESS Newswire Inc.
Company Overview
History and Background
ACCESS Newswire Inc. was founded to provide press release distribution and media relations services. Its history involves adapting to the evolving digital landscape and expanding its reach to various industries and geographic regions.
Core Business Areas
- Press Release Distribution: Distribution of press releases to media outlets, journalists, and other stakeholders across various channels.
- Media Monitoring: Tracking media coverage of clients and their industries.
- IR Solutions: Investor relations tools and services for publicly traded companies.
- Content Marketing: Creating and distributing content to attract and engage target audiences.
Leadership and Structure
Information regarding ACCESS Newswire Inc.'s leadership team and organizational structure is not publicly available.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Press Release Distribution Platform: A platform for submitting and distributing press releases. Market share data for specific platforms like ACCESS Newswire's is challenging to obtain; the overall press release distribution market is competitive. Competitors include Cision (PR Newswire), Business Wire (Berkshire Hathaway), and GlobeNewswire (Intrado).
- Media Monitoring Services: Services that monitor news outlets and social media for mentions of a company. Market share varies by region and type of monitoring service. Competitors include Meltwater, Cision, and Brandwatch.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The press release distribution and media monitoring industry is evolving, with increased focus on digital channels, social media, and analytics. Demand is driven by companies seeking to enhance their brand visibility and manage their reputation.
Positioning
ACCESS Newswire Inc. is a player in the press release distribution and media monitoring industry. Its competitive advantage depends on its pricing, distribution network, customer service, and technology.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global press release distribution services market is estimated to be worth billions of US dollars annually. ACCESS Newswire Inc.'s position in this TAM depends on its ability to capture market share from larger competitors.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Established distribution network
- Wide range of services
- Competitive pricing
- Strong customer relationships
Weaknesses
- Smaller brand recognition compared to major competitors
- Limited global presence
- Potential for technological obsolescence
- Dependence on industry trends
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of new services leveraging AI
- Partnerships with other media companies
- Increased demand for content marketing services
Threats
- Increased competition from larger players
- Technological disruption
- Economic downturn
- Changes in media consumption habits
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CIEN
- BWDB
- TRD
Competitive Landscape
ACCESS Newswire Inc. faces intense competition from larger, more established players. Its ability to differentiate itself through pricing, service quality, and technology will be critical to its success.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Data not publicly available.
Future Projections: Data not publicly available.
Recent Initiatives: Data not publicly available.
Summary
ACCESS Newswire Inc. is a smaller player in a competitive press release distribution and media monitoring market. While it has strengths such as an established network and competitive pricing, it faces challenges from larger competitors and the need to adapt to evolving technologies. Opportunities exist for growth through geographic expansion and new service development, but threats include competition and economic downturns. Its future success depends on its ability to differentiate itself and capture market share.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- Industry Reports
- Market Research
- Competitor Analysis
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on limited publicly available information. Market share data is estimated and may not be precise. The AI-based rating is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About ACCESS Newswire Inc.
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Raleigh, NC, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2005-02-14 | Founder, President, CEO & Chairman Mr. Brian R. Balbirnie | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Advertising Agencies | Full time employees 113 | Website https://www.accessnewswire.com |
Full time employees 113 | Website https://www.accessnewswire.com | ||
ACCESS Newswire Inc. provides solutions for public relations and investor relations in the United States and internationally. The company offers press release and optimizer, media database and pitching, media monitoring, and media room; ACCESSWIRE, a news dissemination and media outreach solution; and Webcaster Platform, a cloud-based webcast, webinar, and virtual meeting platform that delivers live and on-demand streaming of events to audiences of various sizes, as well as allows customers to create, produce, and deliver events. It also offers professional conference and events software, a mobile app that offers one-on-one meetings, as well as manage schedules and lodging, perform event promotion and sponsorship, and print attendee badges; and investor relations content network, a series of data feeds, which include news feeds, stock feeds, fundamentals, regulatory filings, corporate governance, and other components. In addition, the company provides whistleblower hotline, a system that delivers secure notifications and basic incident workflow management processes that align with a company's corporate governance policies. It serves public and private companies. The company was formerly known as Issuer Direct Corporation and changed its name to ACCESS Newswire Inc. in January 2025. ACCESS Newswire Inc. was incorporated in 1988 and is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina.
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