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Liberty Global PLC (LBTYA)

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$11.21
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Upturn Advisory Summary

10/20/2025: LBTYA (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Moderate Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.

Number of Analysts

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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

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$15.29 Target price
52w Low $9.03
Current$11.21
52w High $14.29

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 15.51%
Avg. Invested days 51
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 3.75B 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 0.96
52 Weeks Range 9.03 - 14.29
Updated Date 10/20/2025
52 Weeks Range 9.03 - 14.29
Updated Date 10/20/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -9.54

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 -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 11406885006
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.81
Enterprise Value 11406885006
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.81
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.46
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.11
Shares Outstanding 174354669
Shares Floating 270126088
Shares Outstanding 174354669
Shares Floating 270126088
Percent Insiders 3.88
Percent Institutions 98.55

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Liberty Global PLC

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Liberty Global PLC was formed in 2005 through the merger of UnitedGlobalCom and Liberty Media International's international operations. It has grown through acquisitions to become one of the world's largest broadband and video companies.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Broadband Services: Provides high-speed internet access to residential and business customers.
  • Video Services: Offers traditional cable television, digital TV, and on-demand video services.
  • Mobile Services: Provides mobile phone services, including voice, data, and SMS.
  • Fixed-line Telephony: Offers fixed-line telephone services to residential and business customers.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Mike Fries serves as the CEO. The organizational structure is divided into regional operating units, each responsible for specific geographic areas.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Horizon TV: A digital entertainment platform providing access to live TV, on-demand content, and streaming apps. Competitors include Comcast's X1, and other streaming service providers. Market share data is not publicly segmented by specific product. User numbers vary by country. Revenue from this product cannot be isolated.
  • Connect Box: A high-speed broadband modem providing internet access. Competitors include Arris SURFboard, Netgear, and other modem providers. Market share data is not publicly segmented by specific product. User numbers vary by country. Revenue from this product cannot be isolated.
  • Mobile Services (Various Brands): Offers mobile services in several European countries. Competitors are Vodafone, Telefonica, and Orange. Market share data is not publicly segmented by specific product. User numbers vary by country. Revenue from this product cannot be isolated.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The telecommunications industry is characterized by increasing demand for broadband and video services, driven by the growth of streaming and online gaming. Consolidation and competition are intensifying.

Positioning

Liberty Global PLC is a major player in the European broadband and video market. Its competitive advantages include its extensive network infrastructure and strong brand recognition.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global telecommunications market is estimated at $1.5 trillion. Liberty Global PLC is positioned to capture a portion of this market through its European operations, focusing on key segments such as broadband and mobile services.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Extensive network infrastructure
  • Strong brand recognition in Europe
  • Diversified service offerings
  • Experienced management team

Weaknesses

  • High debt levels
  • Exposure to currency fluctuations
  • Competition from larger telecom operators
  • Regulatory challenges

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new markets
  • Acquisition of smaller telecom companies
  • Development of new technologies
  • Increased demand for broadband and video services

Threats

  • Intensifying competition
  • Technological disruption
  • Economic downturns
  • Changes in regulatory environment

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • CMCSA
  • VOD
  • TEF

Competitive Landscape

Liberty Global PLC faces intense competition from larger telecom operators with greater financial resources. However, it has a strong presence in key European markets and a loyal customer base.

Major Acquisitions

Sunrise Communications

  • Year: 2020
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 7400
  • Strategic Rationale: Strengthened its position in the Swiss market by combining its UPC Switzerland with Sunrise.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historically, Liberty Global PLC has grown through acquisitions and organic growth in its existing markets.

Future Projections: Future growth projections are subject to change and are based on analysts' estimates. These can be found on financial news websites or through brokerage reports.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in network upgrades, expansion of mobile services, and strategic partnerships.

Summary

Liberty Global PLC is a major player in the European broadband and video market. Its strong network infrastructure and brand recognition are key strengths. High debt levels and intensifying competition pose challenges. Strategic acquisitions and investments are vital for future growth and market dominance.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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  • Industry reports
  • Analyst estimates

Disclaimers:

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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
Full time employees 6820

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.