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Outfront Media Inc(OUT)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
5-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 11 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+8.55% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$32.51
10/29/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for OUT

10/29/2026: OUT (5-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 11 days. Simulated Profits (8.55%). Updated daily EoD!

Outfront Media is a real estate investment trust specializing in billboard and transit advertising across major US cities. The company has a leading position in urban media, which it is modernizing through the rapid conversion of static billboards to high-margin digital displays. Its primary growth story revolves around programmatic ad sales and asset optimization. However, investors must consider the risks posed by high financial leverage and the structural shift of ad spend toward online platforms. The stock may suit dividend-focused investors seeking exposure to tangible infrastructure assets, provided they monitor the company's ability to manage debt and successfully execute its digital transition.

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

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is tied to digital conversion cycles rather than hyper-growth market penetration.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock often trends with macro-advertising sentiment rather than sharp momentum breakouts.
Value investorMixed fitValuation is often tied to FFO (Funds From Operations) multiples which can be compressed by debt levels.
Dividend investorStrong fitREIT status historically prioritizes consistent distributions to shareholders.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh fixed costs and exposure to advertising cycles create meaningful share price volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe stock reacts sharply to fluctuations in advertising demand and macroeconomic data.
Valuation riskMediumInvestors must assess the stock relative to FFO rather than traditional P/E ratios.
Competition risk (Digital/Online)Medium / highDigital advertising platforms capture marketing budget share that might otherwise go to OOH.
Business qualityMediumOwnership of irreplaceable real estate assets provides a stable, though capital-intensive, floor.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are dependent on FFO stability and prudent capital allocation amid debt service.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully transitioning the billboard portfolio to digital is critical for long-term margins.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 101.68%
Avg. Invested days 60
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
OUT receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
OUT has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid cash generation (FCF margin 10.9%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-43.1%), moderate revenue growth (+0.0%), soft profitability (net margin 8.0%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
OUT's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (10.9% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is OUT's strongest growth driver at +0.0% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-43.1%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-4.7%, slightly negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 105.3% and approximately 98.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 1.15% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 14.95%
Cohen & Steers Inc 12.29%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 9.99%
FMR Inc 7.09%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.18%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
OUT generates approximately $321 of gross profit, $168 of operating income, and $109 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins and solid cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 1.34%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
OUT has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 5.53B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 22.59
1Y Target Price 37.6
Price to earnings Ratio 22.59
1Y Target Price 37.6
Volume (30-day avg) 1.6M shares
Beta 1.51
52 Weeks Range 16.27 - 34.24
Updated Date 10/29/2026
52 Weeks Range 16.27 - 34.24
Updated Date 10/29/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 3.83%
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.39

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Billboard AdvertisingRevenue from leasing static and digital billboard faces to local and national advertisers.This is the primary driver of stable cash flow for the company.
Transit AdvertisingDisplays on buses, trains, and transit stations in urban centers.High-reach inventory that allows advertisers to target specific metropolitan commuters.

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 2026-11-05
When After Market
Estimate 0.56
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 12.66%
Operating Margin (TTM) 22.28%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.72%
Return on Equity (TTM) 35.02%

Valuation

Trailing PE 22.59
Forward PE 21.14
Enterprise Value 9.63B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.86
Enterprise Value 9.63B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.86
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.97
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 17.58
Shares Outstanding 176.14M
Shares Floating 174.13M
Shares Outstanding 176.14M
Shares Floating 174.13M
Percent Insiders 1.15
Percent Institutions 105.27

Financial Metrics

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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)

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