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Creative Media & Community Trust Corporation (CMCT)

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$6.33
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Upturn Advisory Summary

08/28/2025: CMCT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

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1 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $100

1 Year Target Price $100

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$100 Target price
52w Low $4.03
Current$6.33
52w High $514.63

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -26.38%
Avg. Invested days 22
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 4.78M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 100
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 100
Volume (30-day avg) 1
Beta 0.89
52 Weeks Range 4.03 - 514.63
Updated Date 08/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 4.03 - 514.63
Updated Date 08/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -245.51

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-08-13
When -
Estimate -
Actual -18.94

Profitability

Profit Margin -31.13%
Operating Margin (TTM) 7.85%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 0.41%
Return on Equity (TTM) -11%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 5.59
Enterprise Value 839091662
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.04
Enterprise Value 839091662
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.04
Enterprise Value to Revenue 7.11
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 27.73
Shares Outstanding 754607
Shares Floating 554002
Shares Outstanding 754607
Shares Floating 554002
Percent Insiders 1.98
Percent Institutions 20.19

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Creative Media & Community Trust Corporation

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Company Overview

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Creative Media & Community Trust Corporation (CMCT) was founded in 1999 as a real estate investment trust (REIT). Initially focused on financing media properties, it has evolved to include a broader range of commercial real estate, with a specific emphasis on creative office, mixed-use, and residential properties.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Real Estate Lending: CMCT originates and acquires first mortgage loans, mezzanine loans, and preferred equity interests secured by commercial real estate properties.
  • Real Estate Ownership: CMCT invests directly in commercial real estate properties, including creative office, multifamily, and mixed-use assets.
  • Creative Media: CMCT provides lending and real estate solutions to the creative media and entertainment industries.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

CMCT is led by David Thompson, CEO. The company is structured as a REIT, with a board of directors overseeing management and strategy.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • First Mortgage Loans: These loans are secured by commercial real estate and provide CMCT with a stable income stream. Market share data specific to CMCT's segment is difficult to pinpoint, but they compete with other REITs and commercial lenders. Competitors: Blackstone Mortgage Trust (BXMT), Starwood Property Trust (STWD).
  • Mezzanine Loans: Mezzanine loans offer higher returns but also carry higher risk than first mortgage loans. Market share data specific to CMCT's segment is difficult to pinpoint, but they compete with other REITs and commercial lenders. Competitors: Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC), Apollo Commercial Real Estate Finance (ARI).
  • Direct Property Investments: Direct investments in properties generate rental income and potential capital appreciation. Market share data is highly fragmented. Competitors: Boston Properties (BXP), Vornado Realty Trust (VNO).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The commercial real estate industry is influenced by factors such as interest rates, economic growth, and demographic trends. Demand for creative office space and multifamily housing remains robust in many markets.

Positioning

CMCT positions itself as a specialized REIT focusing on niche segments within the commercial real estate market, particularly those related to the creative media and entertainment industries. It tries to differentiate itself through industry expertise and flexible financing solutions.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for commercial real estate lending and investment is vast, estimated in the trillions of dollars globally. CMCT's positioning within the creative media niche allows it to capture a portion of this market. CMCT market value will be less than 0.0001% of the TAM

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Specialized focus on creative media and community assets
  • Experienced management team
  • Flexible financing solutions
  • Strong relationships within the entertainment industry

Weaknesses

  • Relatively small size compared to larger REITs
  • Concentration risk in specific geographic markets
  • Sensitivity to interest rate fluctuations
  • Higher risk profile due to mezzanine lending

Opportunities

  • Expanding into new geographic markets
  • Increasing investment in multifamily properties
  • Forming strategic partnerships with media companies
  • Capitalizing on the growth of the creator economy

Threats

  • Economic downturn affecting commercial real estate values
  • Rising interest rates increasing borrowing costs
  • Increased competition from larger REITs
  • Regulatory changes impacting the real estate industry

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • BXMT
  • STWD
  • ARI
  • ARR

Competitive Landscape

CMCT is a smaller player compared to larger REITs like BXMT and STWD, but it differentiates itself through its focus on the creative media and community sectors. It faces competition from traditional lenders and other REITs.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: CMCT's growth has been driven by strategic acquisitions and increased lending activity.

Future Projections: Future growth is expected to be fueled by continued expansion into new markets and increased investment in multifamily properties. Analyst estimates vary.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding the lending portfolio and focusing on sustainable development projects.

Summary

Creative Media & Community Trust Corporation is a niche REIT focused on creative media and community assets. While it benefits from a specialized focus and experienced management, its smaller size and sensitivity to interest rates present challenges. Growth opportunities lie in expanding into new markets and strategic partnerships, but economic downturns and increased competition pose threats. Financial data is limited, which inhibits a full assessment of the company.

Peer Comparison

Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company website
  • SEC filings
  • Analyst reports (limited availability)
  • Industry publications

Disclaimers:

This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market share data is estimated and may not be precise. Financial data availability is limited, impacting the completeness of the analysis.

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About Creative Media & Community Trust Corporation

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Dallas, TX, United States
IPO Launch date 1995-08-18
CEO -
Sector Real Estate
Industry REIT - Office
Full time employees 5
Full time employees 5

As of March 31, 2025, our real estate portfolio consisted of 27 assets, all of which were fee-simple properties and five of which we own through investments in unconsolidated joint ventures (the "Unconsolidated Joint Ventures"). Our Unconsolidated Joint Ventures contain one office property, one multifamily site currently under development, two multifamily properties (one of which has been partially converted from office into multifamily units and is now being classified as a multifamily property) and one commercial development site. The portfolio includes 12 office properties, totaling approximately 1.3 million rentable square feet, four multifamily properties totaling 696 units, nine development sites (three of which are being used as parking lots) and one 505-room hotel with an ancillary parking garage.