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Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. (CSSPQ)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
11/01/2024: CSSPQ (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
0 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -66.67% | Avg. Invested days 45 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/01/2024 |
Key Highlights
Company Size ETF | Market Capitalization 0 USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta -14.99 | 52 Weeks Range 0.00 - 0.81 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.00 - 0.81 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) - |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -290.12% | Operating Margin (TTM) -99.91% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -15.83% | Return on Equity (TTM) - |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 579129600 | Price to Sales(TTM) - |
Enterprise Value 579129600 | Price to Sales(TTM) - | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue - | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding - | Shares Floating 19692853 |
Shares Outstanding - | Shares Floating 19692853 | ||
Percent Insiders - | Percent Institutions - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc.
Company Overview
History and Background
Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. was founded in 1993 as a brand focused on inspirational and uplifting content. It evolved from books to television, streaming, and podcasts, expanding its reach.
Core Business Areas
- Screen Media: This segment involves the operation of streaming services, including Crackle, Chicken Soup for the Soul, and others, offering ad-supported video-on-demand (AVOD) and subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) content.
- Distribution: The company distributes its content through various platforms and partnerships, generating revenue from licensing and distribution agreements.
- Original Content Production: Production and aquisition of original content for distribution across its platforms, as well as through third party licensing.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team includes William J. Rouhana Jr. as Chairman and CEO. The company has a traditional corporate structure with various departments overseeing content creation, distribution, and marketing.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crackle: Crackle is an AVOD streaming service offering a variety of movies and TV shows. Market share data for individual AVOD platforms is highly fragmented and dynamic, but Crackle competes with Tubi, Pluto TV, and Roku Channel for ad revenue. Estimates put Crackle user base around 40 million monthly users. Competitors include Tubi, Pluto TV, Roku Channel.
- Chicken Soup for the Soul Streaming Service: A SVOD and AVOD streaming service featuring content aligned with the Chicken Soup for the Soul brand, focusing on positive and uplifting programming. Competitors include Hallmark Movies Now, Pure Flix, and UP Faith & Family.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The entertainment industry is undergoing significant transformation with the rise of streaming services, increasing competition for content, and evolving consumer preferences for on-demand entertainment.
Positioning
Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. positions itself as a provider of family-friendly and inspirational content, differentiating itself from larger streaming platforms with a niche audience focus.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global streaming market is expected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars. Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. targets a specific niche within this vast market, focusing on viewers seeking uplifting and family-friendly content.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Established brand recognition with the Chicken Soup for the Soul name
- Diverse content library across various platforms
- Focus on a specific niche audience (family-friendly, inspirational)
- AVOD and SVOD streaming platform.
Weaknesses
- Limited financial resources compared to larger streaming competitors
- Smaller subscriber base compared to industry giants
- Dependence on advertising revenue in the AVOD space
- Inability to consistently generate significant free cashflow.
Opportunities
- Expanding into new international markets
- Developing original content that resonates with its target audience
- Forming strategic partnerships with other media companies
- Further expansion of ad sales via programmatic channels
Threats
- Intense competition from larger streaming platforms
- Changing consumer preferences and viewing habits
- Economic downturn impacting advertising revenue
- Rising costs of content production and acquisition
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ROKU
- PLUTO.TV (Paramount - PARA)
- TUBI (FOXA)
- AMC+
- Hallmark Movies Now (Crown Media - Privately Held)
Competitive Landscape
Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. faces stiff competition from larger, well-funded streaming services. Its advantage lies in its niche content and established brand, while its disadvantages include limited resources and a smaller subscriber base.
Major Acquisitions
Redbox Entertainment
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 375
- Strategic Rationale: Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment acquired Redbox to expand its reach in the ad-supported streaming market and gain access to Redbox's kiosk network. The acquisition was expected to provide synergies and cost savings. However, it filed for bankruptcy protection in May 2023.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth trends require access to real-time data sources. Please access Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc.'s (CSSE) SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q) for accurate financial data and metrics.
Future Projections: Future projections are based on analyst estimates, which are subject to change and uncertainty. Consensus estimates should be consulted for revenue and EPS growth.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding content offerings on Crackle, acquiring content for the Chicken Soup for the Soul streaming service, and strategic partnerships to broaden distribution.
Summary
Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment has brand recognition and a niche focus, but faces intense competition in the streaming market. The company has not historically generated strong profits. While it continues to develop its content offerings and distribution channels, it must overcome financial constraints and evolving consumer preferences to grow sustainably. They should carefully monitor competitors and market dynamics to adapt accordingly.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Company Press Releases
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual research and consultation with a financial professional. Market share data is approximate and may vary across different sources. Please note that Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc.'s (CSSE) Redbox subsidiary filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in May of 2023.
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About Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc.
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Cos Cob, CT, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2018-06-27 | Chairman & CEO Mr. William J. Rouhana Jr. | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Entertainment | Full time employees 1194 | Website https://cssentertainment.com |
Full time employees 1194 | Website https://cssentertainment.com | ||
Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. operates as an advertising-supported video-on-demand (VOD) company in the United States and internationally. It owns and operates various ad-supported and subscription-based AVOD networks, including Redbox, Crackle, Chicken Soup for the Soul. The company also operates Redbox Free Live TV, a free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) service with various channels as well as a transactional video-on-demand (TVOD) service; and a network of kiosks for DVD rentals. In addition, it is involved in the creation, acquisition, and distribution of films and TV series; and licensing of content through theatrical, home video, pay-per-view, cable and pay television, and subscription and advertising video-on-demand platforms. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Cos Cob, Connecticut. Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Chicken Soup for the Soul, LLC. On June 28, 2024, Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, Inc., along with its affiliates, filed a voluntary petition for reorganization under Chapter 11 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. The plan was later approved as Chapter 7 liquidation on July 10, 2024.
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