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Dallasnews Corp (DALN)

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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/30/2025: DALN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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

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Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -10.9%
Avg. Invested days 28
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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

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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

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Dallasnews Corp

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Company Overview

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DallasNews Corporation, formerly A. H. Belo Corporation, traces its roots back to 1842 with the founding of The Galveston Daily News. It acquired The Dallas Morning News in 1885, establishing its presence in Dallas. The company has evolved from primarily newspaper publishing to encompass digital media and other businesses.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Publishing: Primarily The Dallas Morning News, providing news and information across print and digital platforms.
  • Digital Marketing: Offers digital marketing solutions through various platforms.
  • Commercial Printing: Provides commercial printing services.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team consists of the CEO, CFO, and other key executives. The organizational structure typically includes departments for editorial, advertising, marketing, finance, and technology.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • The Dallas Morning News (Print & Digital): Flagship product, offering news, information, and advertising. Market share is estimated to be significant within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, but precise figures are challenging to obtain due to the fragmented media landscape. Competitors include the Dallas Observer and local television news stations.
  • Digital Marketing Services: Provides digital marketing solutions to local businesses. Market share is variable and dependent on the specific services offered. Competitors include local advertising agencies and national digital marketing firms.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The news media industry is undergoing significant transformation with the shift to digital consumption and changing advertising models. There is increased competition from online news sources, social media, and other digital platforms.

Positioning

DallasNews Corp positions itself as a leading provider of news and information in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Its competitive advantages include its long-standing reputation and local presence.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM includes the advertising market in the DFW area, as well as digital and print media consumption. This is estimated to be several billion USD. Dallasnews Corp is competing with legacy media outlets and digital native content creators.

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Strengths

  • Established brand reputation in the Dallas-Fort Worth area
  • Strong local presence
  • Diversified revenue streams (publishing, digital marketing, printing)
  • Experienced leadership team

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on traditional newspaper business model
  • Declining print advertising revenue
  • Competition from digital-native news sources
  • Slow adoption of new technologies

Opportunities

  • Expanding digital subscription offerings
  • Growing digital marketing services
  • Leveraging data analytics to personalize content and advertising
  • Partnerships with local businesses

Threats

  • Continued decline in print advertising revenue
  • Increased competition from digital media
  • Changing consumer preferences for news consumption
  • Economic downturn impacting advertising spending

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • GCI
  • NYT
  • NWSA

Competitive Landscape

DallasNews Corp faces significant competition from national and local media outlets. Its advantages include a strong local presence and established brand. Disadvantages include a reliance on traditional business models and limited scale compared to larger competitors.

Major Acquisitions

Medium Giant

  • Year: 2019
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 41
  • Strategic Rationale: To expand its digital marketing service offerings.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historically, growth has been challenged by declines in the print business. Digital initiatives are intended to drive future growth.

Future Projections: Projections depend on the success of digital transformation efforts and the ability to generate new revenue streams.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives likely include investments in digital content, subscription models, and digital marketing services.

Summary

DallasNews Corp is navigating a challenging media landscape marked by declining print revenues and increasing digital competition. The company is working to transform its business through digital initiatives and diversification. Its success depends on adapting to changing consumer preferences and generating sustainable revenue streams in the digital age. They must carefully manage cost to maintain profit.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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  • SEC Filings

Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on publicly available information and is for informational purposes only. It is not financial advice. Market share estimates are approximate.

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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.