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Emerald Expositions Events Inc (EEX)

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$5.17
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Upturn Advisory Summary

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

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Not Recommended Performance

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2 Analysts rated it

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

1 Year Target Price $7.95

1 Year Target Price $7.95

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$7.95 Target price
52w Low $3.2
Current$5.17
52w High $6.56

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -34.9%
Avg. Invested days 27
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.02B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 129.25
1Y Target Price 7.95
Price to earnings Ratio 129.25
1Y Target Price 7.95
Volume (30-day avg) 2
Beta 1.15
52 Weeks Range 3.20 - 6.56
Updated Date 08/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 3.20 - 6.56
Updated Date 08/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 1.17%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.04

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-08-04
When -
Estimate 0.01
Actual -0.01

Profitability

Profit Margin 1.83%
Operating Margin (TTM) 13.08%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.87%
Return on Equity (TTM) 1.98%

Valuation

Trailing PE 129.25
Forward PE 5000
Enterprise Value 1382519861
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.37
Enterprise Value 1382519861
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.37
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.2
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.11
Shares Outstanding 197972992
Shares Floating 12511887
Shares Outstanding 197972992
Shares Floating 12511887
Percent Insiders 0.69
Percent Institutions 98.34

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Emerald Expositions Events Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Emerald Expositions was founded in 2013 (though its history extends earlier through acquisitions) and focuses on operating business-to-business trade shows. It grew through strategic acquisitions of various event companies.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Trade Shows: Organizes and operates business-to-business trade shows across various industries, providing platforms for buyers and sellers to connect, discover new products, and build relationships.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team includes Hervu00e9 Sedky (President & CEO) and David Levin (CFO). The organizational structure is departmentalized to manage event operations, sales, marketing, and finance.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Trade Show Events: These events connect buyers and sellers within specific industries. Revenue is generated through exhibitor fees and attendee registration. Market share data is not publicly available at a granular event level. Competitors depend on the niche. Some competitors include Informa (INF), Clarion Events, and RX Global.

Market Dynamics

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The trade show and events industry is dynamic, influenced by economic conditions, technological advancements (virtual events), and industry consolidation. It is recovering from disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Positioning

Emerald Expositions is a major player in the North American B2B trade show market, with a diverse portfolio of events across various sectors. It's positioned for growth as the industry rebounds.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global events industry has a large TAM, estimated in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Emerald Expositions captures a portion of this TAM through its focus on B2B trade shows in specific sectors.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Diversified portfolio of events
  • Strong relationships with exhibitors and attendees
  • Experienced management team
  • Significant scale and reach within the B2B trade show market

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on economic cycles
  • Vulnerability to event cancellations or disruptions (e.g., pandemics)
  • Potential for digital disruption
  • High debt levels

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new industries or geographic regions
  • Development of digital event platforms and services
  • Strategic acquisitions to expand market share
  • Increased demand for in-person events as pandemic subsides

Threats

  • Economic downturns reducing exhibitor and attendee spending
  • Competition from other event organizers and digital platforms
  • Changing industry trends and technological advancements
  • Geopolitical instability and potential travel restrictions

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • INF
  • Informa Markets
  • RX

Competitive Landscape

Emerald Expositions faces competition from other large event organizers and niche players. Its advantages include a diverse portfolio and strong industry relationships. A disadvantage can be high debt.

Major Acquisitions

CPM Group

  • Year: 2020
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 11
  • Strategic Rationale: Acquired CPM Group for its B2B media brand focused on the global base and precious metals markets

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by acquisitions and organic expansion of existing events.

Future Projections: Future growth is projected based on industry recovery and the company's ability to capitalize on new opportunities.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in digital event platforms and strategic acquisitions.

Summary

Emerald Expositions is a significant player in the B2B trade show industry, boasting a diversified portfolio and strong relationships. While facing economic sensitivities and digital disruption risks, it is well-positioned for growth as the industry recovers. Its high debt and event-cancellation vulnerability remain concerns. Strategic initiatives in digital platforms and acquisitions are key for its future success.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company filings (10-K, 10-Q)
  • Earnings call transcripts
  • Industry reports
  • Market research reports
  • Company Investor Relations

Disclaimers:

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About Emerald Expositions Events Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters New York, NY, United States
IPO Launch date 2017-04-28
CEO, President & Director Mr. Herve Sedky
Sector Communication Services
Industry Advertising Agencies
Full time employees 697
Full time employees 697

Emerald Holding, Inc. operates as a business-to-business (B2B) event organizer in the United States. The company provides B2B trade shows and conferences; B2C showcases and a scaled hosted buyer platform; and B2B print publications and digital media products, which provides industry specific business news and information across various sectors. It also offers B2B e-commerce and digital merchandising solutions to manufacturers and retailers through Elastic Suite and Bulletin platforms. Emerald Holding, Inc. was incorporated in 2013 and is headquartered in New York, New York.