LiveOne Inc(LVO)

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$2.73
10/08/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for LVO

10/08/2026: LVO (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

LiveOne Inc is a digital media company that operates a platform combining music streaming, live events, and podcasting content. The company has a unique integrated approach that leverages its Slacker Radio technology and creator network to compete in the crowded digital entertainment landscape. Its primary growth opportunity lies in scaling its subscription base and improving the monetization of its proprietary content. However, the company faces significant risks related to intense competition from major global streaming platforms, high content licensing costs, and a history of operating losses. The stock is best suited for risk-tolerant investors, and market participants should monitor the company's progress toward achieving sustainable profitability.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company targets high-growth digital media sectors but faces significant execution and profitability hurdles.
Momentum investorMixed fitThe stock can experience significant swings, offering potential for traders, though it is highly speculative.
Value investorWeak fitThe company's history of losses makes it a poor candidate for traditional value investing metrics.
Dividend investorWeak fitLiveOne does not pay a dividend and prioritizes reinvestment or debt management.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe company's micro-cap status and volatility represent a high-risk profile.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is subject to significant fluctuations due to its small market capitalization and industry volatility.
Valuation riskMedium / highAs a growth-oriented company lacking consistent profitability, valuation relies heavily on future expectations.
Competition risk (Streaming giants)HighCompetition from platforms like Spotify and Apple creates a barrier to scaling user acquisition.
Business qualityMediumWhile the platform has a unique integrated approach, the underlying business quality is pressured by thin margins.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThere is no dividend income for investors.
Execution riskHighThe company must successfully navigate content licensing and platform growth to reach sustainable profitability.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Highly Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Highly Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent, large price swings that make its near-term movement less predictable.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -39%
Avg. Invested days 27
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
LVO receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, soft company fundamentals, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
LVO has soft overall fundamentals (2 stars), with soft financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-12.1%), weak cash generation (FCF margin -17.8%), negative revenue growth (-32.6%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
LVO's financial health is soft, with the relatively strongest area being soft efficiency, including operating-expense and cost-of-revenue discipline (opex 36.0% of revenue). Profitability is weak (1 stars), which helps explain the 2-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
LVO's growth profile is soft, with the least-weak measure being earnings growth at -12.1% FY2026 versus FY2025. By comparison, while revenue growth (-32.6%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-522.8%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 14.3% and approximately 83.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 24.68% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 2.92%
FMR Inc 2.67%
Kennedy Capital Management Inc 2.65%
BlackRock Inc 1.00%
Geode Capital Management, LLC 0.94%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
LVO generates approximately $159 of gross profit, $-201 of operating income, and $-178 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Operating losses and cash burn explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and strong capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 1.22%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
LVO has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 36.75M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 9.75
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 9.75
Volume (30-day avg) 116.4K shares
Beta 1.72
52 Weeks Range 2.24 - 7.19
Updated Date 10/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 2.24 - 7.19
Updated Date 10/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -1.81

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Subscription ServicesMonthly or annual fees from Slacker Radio subscribers.Steady recurring revenue from users paying for ad-free music.
Advertising & SponsorshipsAd revenue from free tiers and brand sponsorships for live events.Revenue fluctuates based on brand spend and user engagement.
Live Events & MerchandiseTicket sales for virtual/live events and physical merchandise sales.Event-driven income that can be highly variable quarter-to-quarter.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 112.36
Enterprise Value 53.98M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.48
Enterprise Value 53.98M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.48
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.7
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -27.14
Shares Outstanding 13.71M
Shares Floating 11.46M
Shares Outstanding 13.71M
Shares Floating 11.46M
Percent Insiders 24.68
Percent Institutions 14.32

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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