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Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation Class A Common Stock(AENT)
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AENT
11/10/2026: AENT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Alliance Entertainment is a wholesale distributor that primarily manages the supply chain for physical music, video games, and home entertainment products. While the company holds a strong position in the niche physical media market, it faces significant risks from the long-term secular shift toward digital streaming. Its growth story is centered on operational efficiency, fulfillment services, and a focus on high-demand collectibles like vinyl records. However, investors should be aware of the company's high financial leverage and the structural decline of its core business. The stock may suit investors looking for exposure to specialty retail distribution, provided they are comfortable with volatility and the risks associated with declining physical media formats.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | The core industry of physical media is in long-term structural decline, limiting organic growth potential. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Trading volume is generally low, making it difficult to sustain consistent momentum trends without major catalysts. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | While the stock may appear inexpensive, high debt levels and fundamental headwinds complicate the value proposition. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay a dividend and lacks the stable cash flow profile typical of income stocks. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High financial leverage and sensitivity to changing consumer media habits result in significant risk. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Thin trading volume and small-cap status can lead to erratic price swings. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Difficult to assess fair value given structural decline in core business lines. |
| Competition risk (Digital streaming) | High | The ongoing shift to digital platforms directly undermines demand for physical entertainment. |
| Business quality | Medium | Operations are logistics-heavy with low margins, limiting profitability potential. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Capital is retained for operations and debt service. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Requires disciplined cost control to manage debt while serving a shrinking market. |
Price Behavior
Steep Decline
The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.
Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 473.61% | Avg. Invested days 37 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/10/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
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Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 228.29M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 17.23 | 1Y Target Price 9 |
Price to earnings Ratio 17.23 | 1Y Target Price 9 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 24.5K shares | Beta 0.47 | 52 Weeks Range 4.20 - 8.80 | Updated Date 11/09/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 4.20 - 8.80 | Updated Date 11/09/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.26 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Media Distribution | Wholesale distribution of CDs, vinyl, DVDs, and gaming software to retail channels. | The company acts as a middleman getting physical discs into stores, earning a margin on volume. |
| Logistics & Fulfillment | Warehousing and e-commerce shipping services for entertainment content. | They make money by charging for the storage and shipping of entertainment products for others. |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-11-12 | When After Market | Estimate 0.11 | Actual -0.0691 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 1.14% | Operating Margin (TTM) 1.57% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.9% | Return on Equity (TTM) 11.88% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 17.23 | Forward PE 8.26 | Enterprise Value 315.68M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.2 |
Enterprise Value 315.68M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.2 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.27 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.93 | Shares Outstanding 50.96M | Shares Floating 3.42M |
Shares Outstanding 50.96M | Shares Floating 3.42M | ||
Percent Insiders 76.68 | Percent Institutions 47.86 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
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