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Liberty Global PLC Class C (LBTYK)
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12/04/2025: LBTYK (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Below Average Performance
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Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 26.47% | Avg. Invested days 56 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 12/04/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.46B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 28 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 28 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.97 | 52 Weeks Range 9.21 - 22.14 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 9.21 - 22.14 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.62 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -5.86% | Operating Margin (TTM) 5.18% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.05% | Return on Equity (TTM) -0.57% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 60.98 | Enterprise Value 11540853656 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.78 |
Enterprise Value 11540853656 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.78 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.61 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.64 | Shares Outstanding 158812992 | Shares Floating 274900936 |
Shares Outstanding 158812992 | Shares Floating 274900936 | ||
Percent Insiders 13.21 | Percent Institutions 81.22 |
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Liberty Global PLC Class C
Company Overview
History and Background
Liberty Global was formed in 2005 through the merger of UnitedGlobalCom and Liberty Media International's European broadband operations. It has grown through acquisitions and organic growth, becoming a leading international video, broadband, and communication company.
Core Business Areas
- Fixed Connectivity: Provides broadband internet, video, and voice services to residential and business customers.
- Mobile: Offers mobile services, often bundled with fixed services.
- Content & Studios: Owns and operates content production studios and distribution platforms.
- Ventures: Liberty Global Ventures comprises of its investments in companies from various industries (including media and technology).
Leadership and Structure
Mike Fries serves as the CEO. The company operates with a global structure, with regional management teams overseeing operations in different geographic areas.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Broadband Internet: High-speed internet services for residential and business customers. Market share varies significantly by country; Liberty Global is a leading provider in many of its operating regions. Competitors include Vodafone, Deutsche Telekom, and local cable and telecom providers.
- Video Services: Traditional cable TV and streaming services. Competition comes from streaming giants like Netflix and Disney+ as well as traditional pay-tv providers.
- Mobile Services: Mobile phone plans and data services, often bundled with other services. Competitors are Vodafone, Telefonica.
- B2B Solutions: Broadband, voice and data services for small to medium sized business, as well as enterprises. Competitors are Vodafone, Telefonica.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The telecommunications industry is undergoing significant transformation, with increasing demand for high-speed broadband, convergence of fixed and mobile services, and intense competition from streaming services.
Positioning
Liberty Global is positioned as a leading converged broadband and video provider, with a focus on innovation and customer experience. Its competitive advantages include its extensive network infrastructure and its ability to bundle services.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global telecommunications services market is worth hundreds of billions of dollars. Liberty Global is focusing on markets in Europe, and Latin America. Liberty Global focuses on creating leading local and converged fixed and mobile connectivity providers.
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Strengths
- Extensive broadband network infrastructure
- Strong brand recognition in key markets
- Converged fixed and mobile offerings
- Strong Free Cash Flow Generation
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Exposure to currency fluctuations
- Complex regulatory environment
- Declining revenue in some legacy services
Opportunities
- Growing demand for high-speed broadband
- Expansion into new markets
- Acquisitions of complementary businesses
- Development of new value-added services
Threats
- Intense competition from other telecom providers
- Disruption from streaming services
- Technological advancements
- Economic downturns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CMCSA
- VOD
- DTEGY
Competitive Landscape
Liberty Global competes with a mix of traditional telecom operators, cable companies, and streaming services. Its strengths lie in its network infrastructure and its ability to bundle services. Weaknesses include its debt levels and exposure to currency fluctuations.
Major Acquisitions
Sunrise Communications
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 6800
- Strategic Rationale: Combined UPC Switzerland with Sunrise to create a stronger converged player in the Swiss market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth has been driven by acquisitions, subscriber growth, and increased ARPU (Average Revenue Per User).
Future Projections: Analyst projections vary; refer to financial analyst reports for specific estimates.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on fiber expansion, 5G deployment, content investments, and strategic partnerships.
Summary
Liberty Global is a major player in the international broadband and video market, with a strong infrastructure and diverse offerings. However, the company faces challenges from high debt, intense competition, and changing consumer preferences. It is focusing on expanding its fiber network and investing in new services to drive future growth. The acquisitions are key for continued growth.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Liberty Global Investor Relations
- Financial Analyst Reports
- Company Filings
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly.
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 Class C
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2005-09-08 | 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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