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Cable One Inc (CABO)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/03/2025: CABO (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
6 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $250.25
1 Year Target Price $250.25
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 4 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 1 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -42.63% | Avg. Invested days 19 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/03/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 766.56M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 250.25 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 250.25 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 6 | Beta 0.83 | 52 Weeks Range 121.37 - 429.61 | Updated Date 07/3/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 121.37 - 429.61 | Updated Date 07/3/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 8.69% | Basic EPS (TTM) -3.61 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -1.3% | Operating Margin (TTM) 26.62% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.09% | Return on Equity (TTM) -1.1% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 22.57 | Enterprise Value 4171420279 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.49 |
Enterprise Value 4171420279 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.49 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.68 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.91 | Shares Outstanding 5627770 | Shares Floating 5079623 |
Shares Outstanding 5627770 | Shares Floating 5079623 | ||
Percent Insiders 9.68 | Percent Institutions 113.13 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Cable One Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Cable One Inc. (CABO) was founded in 1998 as a subsidiary of The Washington Post Company. It was spun off as an independent publicly traded company in 2015. The company has grown through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions.
Core Business Areas
- Residential Broadband: Provides high-speed internet access to residential customers.
- Business Services: Offers broadband, phone, and data services to small and medium-sized businesses.
- Residential Video: Offers traditional cable television services, although this segment is declining in importance.
- Advertising Sales: Sells advertising space to local businesses, targeting audiences in the areas served by Cable One.
Leadership and Structure
Julie Laulis is the President and CEO. The company has a traditional hierarchical structure with various departments reporting to the executive team and board of directors.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Residential Broadband: High-speed internet service marketed under the Sparklight brand. Market share varies significantly by geographic region. Competitors include Cox Communications, Charter Communications, Verizon, and AT&T. Revenue generation is the highest among the product offerings.
- Business Services: Broadband, phone, and cloud services for businesses. Market share is smaller than residential broadband, focused in the communities Cable One serves. Competitors include major telecommunications companies like Lumen, Verizon, and Comcast. There is growth potential for cloud service offerings.
- Residential Video: Traditional cable TV service. Market share is decreasing as more customers cut the cord. Competitors are traditional cable providers and streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, and YouTube TV. Declining revenue is observed in this segment.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The broadband industry is characterized by increasing demand for high-speed internet and fierce competition between cable operators, telcos, and fixed wireless providers.
Positioning
Cable One focuses on smaller and mid-sized markets, often overlooked by larger providers. This allows them to build stronger customer relationships and focus on local needs. Competitive advantages stem from a high-speed internet network and customer service in select markets.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The US broadband market is estimated at over $100 billion. Cable One is focused on gaining market share within its existing footprint and expanding into adjacent markets.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong presence in smaller markets
- Focus on high-speed broadband
- High average revenue per user (ARPU)
- Good customer service reputation within its footprint
Weaknesses
- Limited geographic footprint compared to larger competitors
- Reliance on traditional cable infrastructure
- Vulnerable to competition from fiber optic providers
- Smaller marketing budget compared to competitors
Opportunities
- Expanding fiber optic network
- Acquiring smaller cable operators
- Offering bundled services
- Entering new markets with limited broadband competition
Threats
- Competition from larger cable and telco companies
- Emergence of fixed wireless broadband
- Regulatory changes
- Cord-cutting trend impacting video revenue
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CMCSA
- CHTR
- VZ
- LUMN
- DISH
Competitive Landscape
Cable One operates in a highly competitive industry. Larger competitors like Comcast and Charter have greater resources and broader geographic reach. Cable One differentiates itself by focusing on smaller markets and providing localized customer service. The emergence of fixed wireless technologies is a growing competitive threat.
Major Acquisitions
Fidelity Communications
- Year: 2019
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 525.8
- Strategic Rationale: Expansion of footprint and subscriber base in contiguous markets.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Cable One has demonstrated consistent growth in revenue and subscribers over the past decade, primarily driven by its focus on high-speed internet.
Future Projections: Analysts predict continued growth in revenue and earnings, driven by increasing broadband penetration and rising ARPU. They estimate CABO revenue to grow to $1.8 billion in 2024. This reflects a blend of organic expansion and potential acquisitions.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding its fiber optic network, launching new bundled services, and investing in customer service improvements.
Summary
Cable One is a broadband provider focusing on smaller markets. It demonstrates strength through high-speed internet service and solid financial performance. Competition from larger entities remains a challenge. Expansion in fiber optic networks and innovative offerings are vital to sustain the company's growth trajectory.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
- Company Website
Disclaimers:
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About Cable One Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Phoenix, AZ, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2015-07-01 | Chairwoman, President & CEO Ms. Julia M. Laulis | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Telecom Services | Full time employees 2817 | Website https://www.cableone.biz |
Full time employees 2817 | Website https://www.cableone.biz | ||
Cable One, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides data, video, and voice services in the United States. The company offers residential data services, a service to enhance Wi-Fi signal throughout the home. It also provides various residential video services from basic video service to digital services with access to hundreds of channels. In addition, the company offers Sparklight TV, an IPTV video service and a cloud-based digital video recorder (DVR) service that allows customers to stream video channels from the cloud through a new app on supported devices, such as the Amazon Firestick, Apple TV, and Android-based smart televisions that does not require the use of a set-top box. Further, it provides data, voice, and video products to business customers, including small to mid-markets, enterprises, and wholesale and carrier customers. The company serves residential and business customers, comprising data, video, and voice services. Cable One, Inc. was incorporated in 1980 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
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