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Cable One Inc(CABO)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CABO
10/23/2026: CABO (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Cable One is a regional telecommunications company that provides high-speed internet, video, and voice services, primarily operating in small to mid-sized US markets. The company has historically maintained strong profit margins by focusing on less dense areas where it often acts as the leading service provider. Its primary growth opportunity lies in expanding business services and optimizing pricing to drive revenue in a maturing broadband environment. Key risks include intense competition from fiber and wireless providers, the secular decline of cable television, and a significant debt profile. The stock may suit investors seeking exposure to essential utility-like connectivity, provided they monitor competitive trends and network infrastructure investments closely.
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 | Mixed fit | The company exhibits slower, more mature growth trends compared to high-growth tech sectors. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock often trends based on sector-wide shifts in interest rates rather than high-velocity growth signals. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | Value-oriented investors may find the cash flow generation and market niche valuation attractive. |
| Dividend investor | Mixed fit | While a dividend is paid, the yield is generally low compared to high-dividend utility or real estate stocks. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | Broadband competition and debt levels introduce risk factors despite stable utility-like demand. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | The stock can be sensitive to macroeconomic changes in interest rates and sector-specific sentiment. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Market expectations for broadband growth can lead to significant swings in valuation multiples. |
| Competition risk (Fixed Wireless/Fiber) | High | New entrants in previously 'quiet' markets can erode subscriber numbers and pricing power. |
| Business quality | Medium | The business has high operating margins, but faces structural challenges from legacy product declines. |
| Dividend income | Low | Dividends are not the primary reason to hold this stock. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Integrating acquisitions while managing network upgrades requires strong operational discipline. |
Price Behavior
Steep Decline
The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.
Extreme Price Shocks
The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -40.13% | Avg. Invested days 22 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/23/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
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 27.41M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 44.25 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 44.25 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 752.3K shares | Beta 0.52 | 52 Weeks Range 4.78 - 167.36 | Updated Date 10/24/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 4.78 - 167.36 | Updated Date 10/24/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -185.12 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Data | Monthly high-speed internet service subscriptions. | The main way they make money is by providing internet to homes. |
| Video Services | Subscription-based cable TV packages. | Declining segment due to streaming, but still contributes to cash flow. |
| Business Services | Data and voice solutions for local businesses. | A key area for steady, professional-grade recurring revenue. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 22.32 | Enterprise Value 3.27B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.02 |
Enterprise Value 3.27B | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.02 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.22 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 18.34 | Shares Outstanding 5.67M | Shares Floating 4.66M |
Shares Outstanding 5.67M | Shares Floating 4.66M | ||
Percent Insiders 7.14 | Percent Institutions 87.72 |
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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