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Gannett Co Inc (GCI)

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$3.58
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Profit since last BUY-3.5%
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06/30/2025: GCI (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Below Average Performance

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Number of Analysts

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5 Analysts rated it

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Year Target Price $5.52

Year Target Price $5.52

Analyst’s Price TargetsFor last 52 week
$5.52Target price
Low$2.55
Current$3.58
high$5.93

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 4.12%
Avg. Invested days 36
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 524.24M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 9.68
1Y Target Price 5.52
Price to earnings Ratio 9.68
1Y Target Price 5.52
Volume (30-day avg) 5
Beta 2.63
52 Weeks Range 2.55 - 5.93
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 2.55 - 5.93
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.37

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
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Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 2.09%
Operating Margin (TTM) 0.42%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.11%
Return on Equity (TTM) 26.68%

Valuation

Trailing PE 9.68
Forward PE 12.41
Enterprise Value 1642840916
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.21
Enterprise Value 1642840916
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.21
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.67
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.63
Shares Outstanding 146436000
Shares Floating 112076919
Shares Outstanding 146436000
Shares Floating 112076919
Percent Insiders 5.04
Percent Institutions 82.35

Analyst Ratings

Rating 3
Target Price 5.52
Buy 1
Strong Buy 2
Buy 1
Strong Buy 2
Hold 1
Sell -
Strong Sell 1
Strong Sell 1

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Gannett Co Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Gannett Co., Inc. was founded in 1906 in Elmira, New York. It evolved from a newspaper chain to a digital media company. A significant milestone was its initial public offering (IPO). Over time, it expanded through acquisitions and diversified into digital platforms.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • USA TODAY NETWORK: National news coverage, encompassing USA TODAY and regional newspapers.
  • Digital Marketing Services: Provides digital marketing solutions to small and medium-sized businesses.
  • Digital Subscriptions: Gannett focuses on building revenue through paid digital subscriptions to its online content.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team consists of the CEO and other key executives. The organizational structure includes divisions for news, digital marketing, and corporate functions.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • USA TODAY: National newspaper and online platform. Competitors include The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. Revenue and user data is not publicly accessible.
  • Local News Websites and Newspapers: Regional news coverage. Competitors include local news outlets. Revenue and user data is not publicly accessible.
  • ReachLocal: Digital marketing services for small to medium-sized businesses. Competitors include large marketing agencies and independent marketing consultants. Revenue and user data is not publicly accessible.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The media industry is undergoing significant transformation due to digital disruption. Companies are facing challenges related to declining print advertising revenue and the rise of social media.

Positioning

Gannett aims to position itself as a leading provider of local and national news content, with a growing emphasis on digital subscriptions and marketing services.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for news and media is large and evolving. The digital advertising TAM is substantial, estimated to be hundreds of billions of dollars globally. Gannett is attempting to capture a segment of this TAM through its local reach and digital services.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Established brand recognition (USA TODAY)
  • Large network of local news outlets
  • Digital marketing services
  • Focus on digital subscriptions
  • Cost Reduction Initiatives

Weaknesses

  • Declining print advertising revenue
  • High debt load
  • Competition from digital-native media companies
  • Slow pace of digital transformation
  • Negative public perception in certain markets

Opportunities

  • Growth in digital subscriptions
  • Expansion of digital marketing services
  • Strategic acquisitions
  • Partnerships with technology companies
  • Increased demand for local news

Threats

  • Decline in print circulation and advertising
  • Competition from social media platforms
  • Economic downturn
  • Changes in consumer preferences
  • Privacy Regulations

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • NYT (NYT)
  • News Corp (NWS)
  • Lee Enterprises (LEE)

Competitive Landscape

Gannett faces significant competition from established media companies and digital-native platforms. Its advantages include its local news network and digital marketing services. Disadvantages include its debt load and declining print revenue.

Major Acquisitions

ReachLocal

  • Year: 2016
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 156
  • Strategic Rationale: To expand Gannett's digital marketing services offering for small and medium-sized businesses.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Gannett's historical growth has been challenged by the decline of print media. The company is focused on transitioning to digital revenue streams.

Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on the success of digital subscriptions, digital marketing services, and cost-cutting initiatives. Analyst estimates vary. No specific data available

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding digital subscription offerings, investing in digital marketing technology, and pursuing strategic partnerships.

Summary

Gannett faces challenges in the evolving media landscape, primarily due to declining print revenue. Its strengths lie in its established brand and local reach. Success hinges on the growth of digital subscriptions and marketing services and addressing high debt. It needs to watch out for digital competition and economic downturns.

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  • Public Information

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About Gannett Co Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters New York, NY, United States
IPO Launch date 2014-02-04
Chairman, CEO & President Mr. Michael E. Reed
Sector Communication Services
Industry Publishing
Full time employees 11700
Full time employees 11700

Gannett Co., Inc. operates as a media and digital marketing solutions company in the United States. It operates through three segments: Domestic Gannett Media, Newsquest, and Digital Marketing Solutions. The company's print offerings include home delivery on a subscription basis; single copy; and non-daily publications, such as shoppers and niche publications. It also provides digital-only subscription, including local media brands, USA TODAY NETWORK community events platform, magazines, sports, and games; and E-newspapers; and digital advertising and marketing services. In addition, the company offers digital news and media brands; daily and weekly newspapers; digital advertising and marketing products and solutions under the LocaliQ brand; cloud-based platform that offers a suite of products and solutions for marketing automation, AI-driven advertising optimization, and customizable reporting; commercial printing and distribution arrangements services; and prints commercial materials, including flyers, business cards, and invitations. The company was formerly known as New Media Investment Group Inc. and changed its name to Gannett Co., Inc. in November 2019. Gannett Co., Inc. was incorporated in 2013 and is headquartered in New York, New York.