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Arena Group Holdings Inc (AREN)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/30/2025: AREN (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
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $11
1 Year Target Price $11
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 112.92% | Avg. Invested days 45 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/30/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 302.96M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 18.74 | 1Y Target Price 11 |
Price to earnings Ratio 18.74 | 1Y Target Price 11 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 0.48 | 52 Weeks Range 0.56 - 10.05 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.56 - 10.05 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.34 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 5.18% | Operating Margin (TTM) 23.14% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 12.33% | Return on Equity (TTM) - |
Valuation
Trailing PE 18.74 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 419998264 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.35 |
Enterprise Value 419998264 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.35 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.26 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.04 | Shares Outstanding 47561000 | Shares Floating 11923055 |
Shares Outstanding 47561000 | Shares Floating 11923055 | ||
Percent Insiders 79.76 | Percent Institutions 4.8 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 1 | Target Price 11 | Buy - | Strong Buy 1 |
Buy - | Strong Buy 1 | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Arena Group Holdings Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Arena Group Holdings, Inc. (AREN) was formerly known as Maven Coalition, Inc. and changed its name in September 2020. The company focuses on media and marketing services, acquiring and operating various media brands.
Core Business Areas
- Media: Operates a portfolio of media brands covering sports, finance, and lifestyle topics. These brands create and distribute content across multiple platforms, including websites, social media, and video.
- Marketing Services: Offers advertising and marketing services to brands, leveraging its media properties to reach target audiences.
Leadership and Structure
Ross Levinsohn serves as the Chief Executive Officer. The company has a board of directors overseeing its strategic direction. The company has a structured organizational hierarchy with senior management teams overseeing different functional areas such as content, sales, and technology.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Sports Illustrated: Sports news and related content. While exact market share data fluctuates, Sports Illustrated remains a prominent brand in the sports media landscape, competing with ESPN (DIS) and CBS Sports (PARA, PARAA). Revenue from SI is a significant portion of AREN's total revenue. Exact figures are available in AREN's financial reports.
- TheStreet: Financial news and analysis. Competing with financial media outlets like Bloomberg (private), CNBC (CMCSA), and MarketWatch (NWSA, NWS). Precise market share information for TheStreet is not always publicly available. Revenue from TheStreet is a significant portion of AREN's total revenue. Exact figures are available in AREN's financial reports.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The media industry is undergoing rapid transformation due to the rise of digital platforms and changing consumer behavior. Competition for advertising revenue and audience attention is intense.
Positioning
Arena Group Holdings Inc. aims to build a diversified media portfolio through acquisitions and organic growth. It positions itself as a platform that leverages its media brands to offer both content and marketing services.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for digital media and marketing services is substantial, estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. AREN is positioned to capture a segment of this TAM through its various media assets.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diverse media portfolio
- Established brands
- Integrated content and marketing services
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Dependence on advertising revenue
- Intense competition
- History of Net Losses
Opportunities
- Further acquisitions
- Expansion into new markets
- Growth in digital advertising
- Strategic partnerships
Threats
- Decline in advertising spending
- Changing consumer preferences
- Increased competition from larger players
- Economic downturn
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- GANNETT CO INC (GCI)
- NEW YORK TIMES CO (NYT)
- TEGNA INC (TGNA)
Competitive Landscape
Arena Group Holdings Inc. competes with larger, more established media companies. Its competitive advantage lies in its diversified portfolio and integrated service offerings. The company faces challenges in terms of brand recognition and financial resources compared to its larger peers.
Major Acquisitions
Sports Illustrated
- Year: 2019
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 47
- Strategic Rationale: Acquiring Sports Illustrated significantly expanded Arena Group's sports media presence and provided a flagship brand.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is based on acquiring new media outlets. Financial reports are needed to get the growth rate.
Future Projections: Future projections of Arena Group Holdings Inc. are needed from analyst estimates.
Recent Initiatives: Arena Group Holdings Inc. focused on acquiring new media outlets and streamlining operations.
Summary
Arena Group Holdings Inc. is building a diverse media portfolio through acquisitions. The company faces challenges related to competition and financial performance, including periods of net losses. Strategic acquisitions, like Sports Illustrated, have expanded its reach, but managing debt and achieving profitability remain crucial. Future growth depends on successfully integrating acquired brands and capitalizing on opportunities in the digital media landscape.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Market Reports
- Company Website
- Third-Party Financial Data Providers
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Market share data is approximate and may vary depending on the source.
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 Arena Group Holdings Inc
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters New York, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2007-07-13 | CEO - | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Internet Content & Information | Full time employees 190 | Website https://www.thearenagroup.net |
Full time employees 190 | Website https://www.thearenagroup.net | ||
The Arena Group Holdings, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates digital media platform in the United States and internationally. The company offers the Platform, a proprietary online publishing platform comprising publishing tools, video platforms, social distribution channels, newsletter technology, machine learning content recommendations, notifications, and other technology. The company also offers content from individual creators to the HubPages network of premium content channels, such as PetHelpful, dengarden and Fashionista for writers, explorers, knowledge seekers, and conversation starters to connect in an interactive and informative online space under the HubPages brand. In addition, it owns and operates brands, including TheStreet, a financial news and information provider to investors and institutions, and produces business news and market analysis for individual investors; The Spun, an online independent sports publication; Autoblog, an automotive website; Parade which provides entertainment and lifestyle content to readers; and Men's Journal that offers content to foster the aspirational spirit of its readers through coverage of gear, travel, health and fitness, food and drink, style, grooming, and entertainment. The company was formerly known as TheMaven, Inc. and changed its name to The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. in February 2022. The company is based in New York, New York. The Arena Group Holdings, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Simplify Inventions, LLC.
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