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Dolphin Entertainment Inc (DLPN)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/15/2025: DLPN (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
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $5
1 Year Target Price $5
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -41.63% | Avg. Invested days 24 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 13.97M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 2.37 | 52 Weeks Range 0.75 - 1.78 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.75 - 1.78 | Updated Date 09/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.36 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -28.08% | Operating Margin (TTM) -0.41% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -3% | Return on Equity (TTM) -101.62% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 33973696 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.27 |
Enterprise Value 33973696 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.27 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.66 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -3.84 | Shares Outstanding 11737700 | Shares Floating 8146919 |
Shares Outstanding 11737700 | Shares Floating 8146919 | ||
Percent Insiders 31.05 | Percent Institutions 3.87 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Dolphin Entertainment Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Dolphin Entertainment, Inc. was founded in 1996. Initially focused on television production, it has evolved to become an independent entertainment marketing and premium content production company specializing in representing brands and creating entertainment for children and young adults.
Core Business Areas
- Dolphin Digital Studios: Produces digital content, including live-action and animated series and films, targeting the Gen Z audience. Content is distributed across various digital platforms.
- 42West: Provides public relations and marketing services to entertainment and lifestyle clients, including actors, musicians, and brands. Offers services such as media relations, crisis management, and social media strategy.
- The Door: Offers public relations and marketing services, similar to 42West, but with a focus on lifestyle, hospitality and entertainment.
- Viewpoint Creative: Creates marketing content and advertising campaigns for consumer brands and the entertainment industry. Services include video production, graphic design, and digital marketing.
- Dolphin Films: Focused on creating family-friendly and young adult-focused television movies and series, often distributed through networks and streaming platforms.
Leadership and Structure
Bill O'Dowd is the CEO. The company has a board of directors overseeing strategic direction. The organizational structure is divisional, with each business segment operating with some level of autonomy but reporting to the corporate headquarters.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Digital Content Production: Produces and distributes digital content (series, movies) primarily targeting Gen Z. While specific market share data is difficult to obtain, competitors include companies like AwesomenessTV (owned by ViacomCBS) and Brat TV. Revenue generation from this is part of the Digital Studios segment revenue.
- Public Relations and Marketing Services: Provides PR and marketing services to talent, brands, and entertainment companies via 42West and The Door. Competitors include Rogers & Cowan PMK, and BWR Public Relations. Revenue is earned via fees for services rendered.
- Marketing Content Production: Produces marketing content and advertising campaigns for consumer brands via Viewpoint Creative. Competitors include agencies like WPP, Omnicom and Publicis. Revenue is earned through fees for services.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The entertainment and marketing industry is highly competitive and constantly evolving, driven by shifts in consumer preferences, technological advancements, and the rise of digital platforms. The industry faces challenges related to content monetization, audience fragmentation, and the need for innovative marketing strategies.
Positioning
Dolphin Entertainment Inc. is positioned as a multi-faceted entertainment and marketing company, bridging the gap between content creation and brand promotion. Its competitive advantages lie in its diverse portfolio of services, its focus on the youth and family market, and its relationships with key industry players.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The entertainment and marketing industry has a multi-billion dollar TAM. Dolphin Entertainment is positioned within niche segments such as Gen Z content and brand representation, allowing them to target segments efficiently. It is difficult to assign a precise TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified revenue streams across multiple business segments
- Strong relationships with talent, brands, and media outlets
- Focus on the growing Gen Z and family entertainment markets
- Established reputation for producing high-quality content
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Relatively small market capitalization compared to larger competitors
- Dependence on key personnel and client relationships
- Potential volatility in revenue streams due to project-based nature of the business
- Limited international presence
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of new content formats and platforms
- Strategic acquisitions to broaden service offerings
- Increased demand for digital content and marketing services
- Growth of the influencer marketing industry
Threats
- Increased competition from larger, better-capitalized companies
- Changes in consumer preferences and viewing habits
- Economic downturns impacting advertising spending
- Disruptions in the entertainment industry due to technological advancements
- Difficulty in predicting success of entertainment content
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Rogers & Cowan PMK (private)
- WPP (WPP)
- Omnicom Group (OMC)
- Publicis Groupe (PUBGY)
- ViacomCBS (PARA)
Competitive Landscape
Dolphin Entertainment faces intense competition from larger, more established companies. Its competitive advantages lie in its niche focus on the youth market, its diversified service offerings, and its strong relationships with talent.
Major Acquisitions
Belly Up Aspen
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 12
- Strategic Rationale: Expand into live events and create content with performers.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is reflected in the company's evolution from traditional TV production to digital content and marketing services. Specific growth rates require historical financial data.
Future Projections: Future projections are based on analyst estimates and company guidance. No such projections are included here.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include focusing on digital content creation, expanding marketing services, and exploring opportunities in the metaverse and NFT space.
Summary
Dolphin Entertainment is a small-cap company that has diversified its offerings to include digital content creation and marketing services for a youth audience. While the company has a solid strategy, it faces stiff competition from larger firms. It is important that they efficiently continue to capitalize on the growing Gen Z and family entertainment markets while continuing to diversify revenue.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Market Analysis
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on independent research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
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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 Dolphin Entertainment Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Coral Gables, FL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2017-12-21 | Chairman, President & CEO Mr. William O'Dowd IV | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Advertising Agencies | Full time employees 269 | Website https://dolphinentertainment.com |
Full time employees 269 | Website https://dolphinentertainment.com | ||
Dolphin Entertainment, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as an entertainment marketing and production company in the United States. It operates through two segments, Entertainment Publicity and Marketing, and Content Production. The Entertainment Publicity and Marketing segment offers diversified services, including public relations, entertainment and hospitality content marketing, strategic communications and marketing consulting, social media and influencer marketing, and celebrity booking services under the 42West, Shore Fire, The Door, The Digital Dept., Special Projects, Always Alpha, and Elle brands. Its Content Production segment develops, produces, and distributes feature films, television, and digital content under the Dolphin Films brand. The company also offers strategic marketing and publicity services to individuals and corporates in the motion picture, television, music, gaming, culinary, hospitality, lifestyle, and charitable industries; and marketing direction, public relations counsel, and media strategy services for video game publishers, eSports leagues, and other entities in the gaming industry. The company was formerly known as Dolphin Digital Media, Inc. and changed its name to Dolphin Entertainment, Inc. in July 2017. Dolphin Entertainment, Inc. was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida.
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