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Dallasnews Corp (DALN)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/15/2025: DALN (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 4.09% | Avg. Invested days 31 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 23.02M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 0.77 | 1Y Target Price 3 |
Price to earnings Ratio 0.77 | 1Y Target Price 3 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.55 | 52 Weeks Range 2.98 - 7.86 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.98 - 7.86 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 5.55 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 24.13% | Operating Margin (TTM) -6.94% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -1.8% | Return on Equity (TTM) 160.9% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 0.77 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value -4652869 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.19 |
Enterprise Value -4652869 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.19 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.19 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -7.46 | Shares Outstanding 4739010 | Shares Floating 4289539 |
Shares Outstanding 4739010 | Shares Floating 4289539 | ||
Percent Insiders 15.73 | Percent Institutions 35.15 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Dallasnews Corp

Company Overview
History and Background
DallasNews Corporation, formerly A. H. Belo Corporation, has a long history tied to the media industry, primarily through its flagship newspaper, The Dallas Morning News, founded in 1885. Over time, the company evolved to include various media assets, before reorganizing to focus on its core newspaper business.
Core Business Areas
- Newspaper Publishing: Publishes The Dallas Morning News, a daily newspaper serving the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. This includes print and digital editions.
- Digital Media: Operates digital platforms associated with The Dallas Morning News, offering news, information, and advertising services online.
- Commercial Printing: Provides commercial printing services to other businesses.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team includes the CEO, CFO, and other key executives responsible for strategic direction and operational management. The organizational structure consists of various departments, including editorial, advertising, circulation, and digital media.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- The Dallas Morning News (Print): The printed newspaper generates revenue through subscriptions and advertising. Market share is difficult to quantify precisely, given the fragmented nature of the media landscape. Competitors include other local and national newspapers.
- DallasNews.com (Digital): The online news platform generates revenue through digital subscriptions and online advertising. Competitors include other online news outlets and digital advertising platforms.
- Commercial Printing Services: Provides commercial printing services to businesses. The printing market is highly competitive, with many local and regional printing companies. Market share information is fragmented.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The newspaper industry faces challenges due to declining print readership and competition from digital media. Revenue models are shifting towards digital subscriptions and advertising.
Positioning
DallasNews Corp is positioned as a leading news provider in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, leveraging its established brand and local expertise. It competes with other local and national news outlets.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM includes the local news and advertising market in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. DallasNews Corp's position allows it to capture a significant portion of this market, but it faces increasing competition from digital platforms.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Established brand reputation
- Strong local presence in Dallas-Fort Worth
- Experienced editorial team
- Diverse revenue streams (print, digital, printing)
Weaknesses
- Reliance on traditional print media
- Vulnerability to declining print readership
- Competition from digital news sources
- Slow pace of digital transformation
Opportunities
- Expand digital subscription base
- Develop new digital products and services
- Leverage data analytics to improve advertising
- Explore strategic partnerships
Threats
- Decline in print advertising revenue
- Increased competition from online news outlets
- Changing consumer preferences for news consumption
- Economic downturn impacting advertising spending
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- GCI
- NYT
- LOCAL TV AFFILIATES
- CNN.com
Competitive Landscape
DallasNews Corp. is trying to navigate a tough environment where the revenue is quickly shifting to digital media from print, and competes with both established and up-and-coming digital news sources. Their advantages are their brand recognition and local connection.
Major Acquisitions
MetroPCS Communications, Inc.
- Year: 2001
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 0
- Strategic Rationale: A. H. Belo Corporation acquired MetroPCS Communications, Inc.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been challenged by industry trends but the company is pursuing digital transformation.
Future Projections: Future growth is projected to rely on successful digital transformation and increased digital subscriptions.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives likely include investments in digital content, subscription models, and data analytics.
Summary
DallasNews Corp faces considerable headwinds due to declining print readership, but it possesses a strong brand recognition within the Dallas-Fort Worth market. The company needs to innovate on its digital offerings to expand its digital subscription base and attract advertising revenue. Their success in shifting from print to digital will largely determine their long-term success. Threats from other media outlets and advertising platforms are concerns to watch out for
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings, Market research reports, Industry analysis
Disclaimers:
Data and analysis are based on available information and estimates, and may not be completely accurate.
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.
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About Dallasnews Corp
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Dallas, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2008-01-23 | CEO & Director Mr. Grant S. Moise | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Publishing | Full time employees 461 | |
Full time employees 461 |
DallasNews Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, publishes and sells newspapers in Texas. The company operates The Dallas Morning News, a newspaper; dallasnews.com a digital platform; The News, a metropolitan newspaper; and Al Dia, an online Spanish-language newspapers. It offers marketing and media services, such as strategic and creative services, website management and content services, media services consisting of paid search, social and targeted digital advertising on third-party platforms; traditional media, including direct mail, promotional products, out of market print inserts, and over-the-top advertising on streaming platforms; and digital sales of banner, advertisements on the company's news websites, social media platforms and mobile apps, as well as provides multi-channel marketing solutions through subscription sales of the company's cloud-based software. In addition, the company offers commercial printing, distribution, and shared mail packaging services; and operates Medium Giant, a full-service marketing agency. The company was formerly known as A.H. Belo Corporation and changed its name to DallasNews Corporation in June 2021. The company was founded in 1842 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

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