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Outfront Media Inc(OUT)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for OUT
09/28/2026: OUT (5-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Outfront Media Inc is a real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in out-of-home advertising, primarily billboards and transit displays in major US markets. The company benefits from a portfolio of high-visibility assets and a REIT structure that supports regular dividend payments for income-oriented investors. Its main growth opportunity lies in upgrading static assets to digital and expanding programmatic ad inventory. However, the company faces risks from high debt levels, sensitivity to the cyclical advertising market, and the long-term shift of ad budgets to digital-only platforms. Investors should monitor transit ridership trends, debt management efforts, and competitive success in the programmatic ad space.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is tied to the maturation of digital OOH rather than rapid technology scaling. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | Stock performance is often linked to macro-advertising cycles rather than high-momentum growth signals. |
| Value investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The REIT structure and asset-heavy model may offer value opportunities during market corrections. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The REIT structure mandates regular distributions, making it attractive for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High leverage and economic sensitivity make this stock prone to volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | The stock is sensitive to both interest rate changes and advertising market cycles. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Valuations are constrained by REIT debt service requirements and cyclical revenue. |
| Competition risk (Digital/Programmatic) | High | Ad dollars are shifting to online and mobile platforms, intensifying competition for regional budgets. |
| Business quality | Medium | The business owns durable real estate assets but carries significant operational and debt costs. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Dividend reliability depends on maintaining consistent cash flow from transit and billboard leases. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successfully managing digital upgrades while maintaining debt service is crucial for long-term viability. |
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 85.8% | Avg. Invested days 67 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | Stock Returns Performance  4.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/28/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.87B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 20.04 | 1Y Target Price 38 |
Price to earnings Ratio 20.04 | 1Y Target Price 38 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1.6M shares | Beta 1.46 | 52 Weeks Range 16.24 - 34.24 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 16.24 - 34.24 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.30% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.38 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Billboard Advertising | Rental income from static and digital billboard faces along major highways. | This is the core, high-margin revenue engine of the business. |
| Transit Advertising | Ad space on buses, trains, and subway platforms. | Provides urban reach but is more capital-intensive and sensitive to transit ridership. |
| Geography (North America) | Operations primarily across the United States. | The company's performance is tied directly to the health of the US advertising economy. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 20.04 | Forward PE 19.05 | Enterprise Value 9.07B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.52 |
Enterprise Value 9.07B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.52 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.69 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 16.59 | Shares Outstanding 176.14M | Shares Floating 174.11M |
Shares Outstanding 176.14M | Shares Floating 174.11M | ||
Percent Insiders 5.54 | Percent Institutions 105.09 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Outfront Media Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters New York, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2014-03-28 | CEO & Director Mr. Nicolas Brien | ||
Sector Real Estate | Industry REIT - Specialty | Full time employees 1981 | Website https://www.outfront.com |
Full time employees 1981 | Website https://www.outfront.com | ||
OUTFRONT Media Inc. is one of the largest and most trusted out-of-home media companies in the U.S., helping brands connect with audiences in the moments and environments that matter most. As OUTFRONT evolves, it's defining a new era of in-real-life marketing, turning public spaces into platforms for creativity, connection, and cultural relevance. With a nationwide footprint across billboards, digital displays, transit systems, and other out-of-home formats, OUTFRONT turns creative into powerful real-world experiences. Its in-house agency, OUTFRONT STUDIOS, and award-winning innovation team, XLabs, deliver standout storytelling, supported by advanced technology and data tools that can drive measurable impact. OUTFRONT Media Inc. was established in 2013 and was incorporated in Maryland.
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