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Liberty Global PLC (LBTYA)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/16/2025: LBTYA (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 48 days. Simulated Profits (15.15%). Updated daily EoD!
Upturn Star Rating
Moderate Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.
Number of Analysts
15 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $15.29
1 Year Target Price $15.29
| 4 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 8 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 1 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 28.85% | Avg. Invested days 48 | Today’s Advisory Strong Buy |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.07B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 15.29 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 15.29 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 15 | Beta 0.99 | 52 Weeks Range 9.03 - 14.29 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 9.03 - 14.29 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -9.53 |
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 - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -71.67% | Operating Margin (TTM) 2.77% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.16% | Return on Equity (TTM) -20.22% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 57.47 | Enterprise Value 11457739843 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.88 |
Enterprise Value 11457739843 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.88 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.47 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.11 | Shares Outstanding 174355008 | Shares Floating 270129495 |
Shares Outstanding 174355008 | Shares Floating 270129495 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.88 | Percent Institutions 98.52 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Liberty Global PLC
Company Overview
History and Background
Liberty Global PLC was founded in 2005, evolving from Tele-Communications, Inc. (TCI) and UnitedGlobalCom. It has grown through acquisitions and strategic investments in broadband and media companies across Europe and Latin America.
Core Business Areas
- Fixed-Line Communications: Provides broadband internet, video, and fixed-line telephony services to residential and business customers.
- Mobile Communications: Offers mobile telephony and data services, often through mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) agreements or owned mobile networks.
- Content and Media: Produces and distributes television programming and operates various media assets.
Leadership and Structure
Mike Fries serves as the CEO. The organizational structure is based on geographic regions, with each region having its own leadership team responsible for operations and strategy.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Broadband Internet: High-speed internet services are a core product. Market share varies significantly by country. Competitors include Vodafone, BT Group, and Deutsche Telekom. Revenue is dependent on the region
- Video Services: Traditional cable TV and streaming services. Competitors include Sky, Netflix, and Amazon Prime Video. Revenue is dependent on the region
- Mobile Services: Mobile phone plans and data services, primarily in Europe. Competitors include Vodafone, Telefonica and Deutsche Telekom. Revenue is dependent on the region
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The telecommunications industry is characterized by increasing demand for high-speed broadband and mobile data. Convergence of media and telecom services is a key trend.
Positioning
Liberty Global PLC is a leading international provider of broadband and video services, with a focus on Europe. Its competitive advantages include a strong network infrastructure and a large customer base.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global telecommunications market is estimated to be worth billions of dollars annually. Liberty Global PLC is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its presence in key European markets.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong network infrastructure in key European markets
- Large and diverse customer base
- Experienced management team
- Ability to bundle services (broadband, video, mobile)
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Exposure to currency fluctuations
- Intense competition in the telecommunications market
- Regulatory hurdles
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of new products and services (e.g., 5G, IoT)
- Acquisitions of smaller competitors
- Partnerships with content providers
Threats
- Increasing competition from other telecommunications companies
- Technological disruptions (e.g., new wireless technologies)
- Changes in regulatory policies
- Economic downturns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- VOD
- BT.A
- DTE.DE
- TEF
Competitive Landscape
Liberty Global PLC faces intense competition in the European telecommunications market. Its advantages include its strong network infrastructure and its ability to bundle services. Disadvantages include high debt levels and exposure to currency fluctuations.
Major Acquisitions
Sunrise Communications AG
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 7000
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Liberty Global's presence in the Swiss market and strengthened its mobile capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth has been driven by organic subscriber growth and acquisitions. Revenue is dependent on the region
Future Projections: Analyst estimates are required for accurate projections. Consult financial data providers for details.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on network upgrades, expansion of mobile services, and content partnerships.
Summary
Liberty Global PLC is a major player in the European broadband and video market, leveraging its network infrastructure. However, it faces challenges including high debt and stiff competition. Strategic initiatives and acquisitions aim to drive growth, but its volatile environment and requires adaptability. Their key is focusing on growing margins.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and general industry knowledge. Actual financial performance may vary. Consult a financial professional for personalized investment advice.
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 Liberty Global PLC
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2004-06-03 | Vice Chairman, President & CEO Mr. Michael Thomas Fries | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Telecom Services | Full time employees 6820 | Website https://www.libertyglobal.com |
Full time employees 6820 | Website https://www.libertyglobal.com | ||
Liberty Global Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, provides broadband internet, video, fixed-line telephony, and mobile communications services to residential and business customers. It offers value-added broadband services, such as WiFi features, security, anti-virus, firewall, spam protection, smart home services, online storage solutions, and web spaces; and Connect Box that delivers in-home Wi-Fi service. The company provides various tiers of digital video programming and audio services, as well as digital video recorders and multimedia home gateway systems; Horizon 5, a cloud-based, multi-screen entertainment platform that combines linear television, including recording and replay features and video-on-demand services; Horizon Go, an online mobile app; and channels, including general entertainment, sports, movies, series, documentaries, lifestyles, news, adult, children, and ethnic and foreign channels. In addition, it offers postpaid and prepaid mobile services; circuit-switched telephony services; and personal call manager, unified messaging, and a second or third phone line at an incremental cost. Further, the company offers business services comprising voice, advanced data, video, wireless, cloud-based services, and mobile and converged fixed-mobile services to small or home offices, small businesses, and medium and large enterprises, as well as on a wholesale basis to other operators. It operates in Belgium, Ireland, Slovakia, and internationally. Liberty Global Ltd. was founded in 2004 and is based in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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