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Professional Diversity Network Inc (IPDN)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/15/2025: IPDN (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -44.37% | Avg. Invested days 33 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.65M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.65 | 52 Weeks Range 0.97 - 11.20 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.97 - 11.20 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.76 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -37.52% | Operating Margin (TTM) -46.88% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -21.5% | Return on Equity (TTM) -82.34% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 3405647 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.56 |
Enterprise Value 3405647 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.56 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.52 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -4.45 | Shares Outstanding 2083230 | Shares Floating 989869 |
Shares Outstanding 2083230 | Shares Floating 989869 | ||
Percent Insiders 50.38 | Percent Institutions 6.08 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Professional Diversity Network Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Professional Diversity Network, Inc. (PDN) was founded in 2003. It initially focused on connecting diverse professionals with employers. Over time, it has evolved to include multiple online career platforms aimed at specific demographic groups.
Core Business Areas
- Professional Diversity Network: The core platform, connecting diverse professionals with employers committed to diversity and inclusion.
- NAPW: National Association of Professional Women (NAPW), a networking organization for professional women.
- NOBLE: National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives(NOBLE), provides professional development for Black Law Enforcement Executives.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of the CEO and other senior executives. The organizational structure includes departments for technology, marketing, sales, and finance. Current CEO is Adam He.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Professional Diversity Network Platform: Online career platform connecting diverse professionals with employers. Limited market share data available. Competitors include LinkedIn, Indeed, and specialized diversity job boards.
- NAPW Membership: Membership-based networking services for professional women. Limited market share data. Competitors include other women's professional organizations and networking groups.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The online recruitment industry is competitive and rapidly evolving, with increasing emphasis on diversity and inclusion. The market for diversity recruitment solutions is growing.
Positioning
PDN is positioned as a specialist in diversity recruitment and networking. It faces competition from larger, generalist platforms and other niche providers.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for online recruitment is in the billions of dollars globally. PDN's positioning allows it to target a specific segment of this market, focusing on diversity and inclusion initiatives which are becoming increasingly critical for companies.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Focus on diversity and inclusion
- Established network of diverse professionals
- Multiple niche platforms
Weaknesses
- Small market capitalization
- Limited brand recognition compared to larger competitors
- Dependence on specific niche markets
Opportunities
- Growing demand for diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Expansion into new demographic groups
- Strategic partnerships with employers
Threats
- Intense competition from larger platforms
- Changing regulations related to diversity and inclusion
- Economic downturn affecting recruitment budgets
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- LNKD
- ZIP
- RDW
Competitive Landscape
PDN faces significant competition from larger, well-established platforms like LinkedIn. PDN's advantage lies in its specialized focus on diversity and inclusion, but it needs to differentiate itself and scale its operations to compete effectively.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth data requires analysis of past financial performance. N/A
Future Projections: Future growth projections require analyst estimates. N/A
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include updates to their online platforms and partnerships with organizations focused on diversity and inclusion.
Summary
Professional Diversity Network Inc. is a niche player in the competitive online recruitment market, focusing on connecting diverse professionals with employers. While its specialization in diversity and inclusion is a strength, it faces challenges from larger platforms with greater resources and brand recognition. Financial data is limited, which restricts a comprehensive assessment of its financial health and growth potential. The company needs to effectively leverage its niche focus and scale its operations to achieve sustainable growth and profitability.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Website
- Industry Reports
- Market Research
Disclaimers:
The information provided is based on available data and analysis and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data is estimated and may vary based on source.
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 Professional Diversity Network Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Chicago, IL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2013-03-05 | CEO - | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Staffing & Employment Services | Full time employees 41 | Website https://www.ipdn.com |
Full time employees 41 | Website https://www.ipdn.com | ||
Professional Diversity Network, Inc. operates online professional networking communities with career resources in the United States. It operates through three segments: TalentAlly, National Association of Professional Women (NAPW Network), and RemoteMore USA. The company offers online professional job seeking communities that offers recruitment services, such as single and multiple job postings, recruitment media, talent recruitment communities, corporate memberships, hiring campaign marketing and advertising, e-newsletter marketing, and research and outreach services to various cultural groups and employers. It also provides consumer advertising and consumer marketing solutions through advertising and job postings on its websites; and contracted software development services. In addition, the company offers IAW Leadership Lab which provides virtual networking roundtable events; Professional Identity Management through the NAPW network website and members creates, manages, and shares professional identity online and promote themselves and businesses; monthly newsletters, online and in-person seminars, webinars and certification courses to develop their skills and expand their knowledge base; and additional promotional, and publicity tools, as well as free access for the member to national summits, education programs, and press release package. Further, the company provides NAPW network members exclusive discounts on third-party products and services; and IAW Global Women's Network, which offers in-person and online networking with like-minded women to foster enhanced career connections and opportunities. The company was incorporated in 2003 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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