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Paramount Global Class A (PARAA)

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$22.95
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Profit since last BUY0.53%
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06/30/2025: PARAA (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $13.5

1 Year Target Price $13.5

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Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -42.97%
Avg. Invested days 21
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 8.85B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 13.5
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 13.5
Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 1.21
52 Weeks Range 17.52 - 24.28
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 17.52 - 24.28
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 0.89%
Basic EPS (TTM) -8.26

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
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Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -19.09%
Operating Margin (TTM) 7.87%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.87%
Return on Equity (TTM) -27.75%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 17.57
Enterprise Value 21700668031
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.31
Enterprise Value 21700668031
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.31
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.76
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 23.71
Shares Outstanding 40702700
Shares Floating 606135249
Shares Outstanding 40702700
Shares Floating 606135249
Percent Insiders 77.49
Percent Institutions 18.7

Analyst Ratings

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Target Price 13.5
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Paramount Global Class A

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Paramount Global Class A was founded in 1914 as Paramount Pictures. It evolved through mergers and acquisitions, becoming Viacom and later ViacomCBS. In 2022, it rebranded as Paramount Global.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • TV Entertainment: Produces and distributes content through broadcast (CBS), cable networks (MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central), and streaming platforms (Paramount+).
  • Direct-to-Consumer: Operates streaming services like Paramount+ and Pluto TV, offering a mix of original and library content.
  • Filmed Entertainment: Produces and distributes motion pictures under brands like Paramount Pictures and Paramount Animation.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Bob Bakish (CEO). The organizational structure includes divisions for TV Entertainment, Direct-to-Consumer, and Filmed Entertainment. Shari Redstone is Chairperson of the Board.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Paramount+: Streaming service offering original series, movies, and live sports. Competitors: Netflix (NFLX), Disney+ (DIS), Amazon Prime Video (AMZN). Subscriber numbers are significant, but market share data fluctuates.
  • CBS Network: Broadcast television network offering news, sports, and entertainment programming. Competitors: ABC (DIS), NBC (CMCSA), FOX (FOXA).
  • Paramount Pictures Films: Produces and distributes feature films. Competitors: Walt Disney Studios (DIS), Warner Bros. (WBD), Universal Pictures (CMCSA).
  • Pluto TV: Free ad-supported television service providing access to free television and movies. Competitors: Tubi (FOXA), Xumo (CMCSA)

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The media and entertainment industry is undergoing significant transformation due to the rise of streaming, cord-cutting, and changing consumer preferences.

Positioning

Paramount Global Class A is positioned as a diversified media company with a strong library of content and a growing presence in the streaming market. Competitive advantages include its established brands and diverse content portfolio.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global media and entertainment market is estimated to be worth trillions. Paramount Global Class A is positioned to capture a share of this market through its streaming services and traditional media assets.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Established brands (Paramount, CBS, MTV)
  • Extensive content library
  • Diversified business model (TV, film, streaming)
  • Global reach

Weaknesses

  • High debt levels
  • Cord-cutting impacting traditional TV business
  • Streaming profitability challenges
  • Inconsistent film performance

Opportunities

  • Growth in the streaming market
  • International expansion
  • Strategic partnerships
  • Content licensing

Threats

  • Intense competition in the streaming market
  • Changing consumer preferences
  • Economic downturn
  • Piracy

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • NFLX
  • DIS
  • CMCSA
  • WBD
  • AMZN
  • GOOG
  • AAPL

Competitive Landscape

Paramount Global Class A faces intense competition from larger and more established media companies. Its advantages include its content library and established brands. Disadvantages include smaller scale and higher debt.

Major Acquisitions

AwesomenessTV

  • Year: 2018
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 0
  • Strategic Rationale: Strengthen digital content offerings targeting Gen Z audience.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

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Future Projections: Future growth projections are not populated for real-time updates.

Recent Initiatives: Focus on growing Paramount+ subscriber base, content investments, and international expansion.

Summary

Paramount Global Class A is a diversified media company facing challenges in the evolving streaming landscape. Its established brands and extensive content library are strengths. High debt and intense competition are risks. Its streaming services must compete fiercely for subscribers.

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About Paramount Global Class A

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters New York, NY, United States
IPO Launch date 2022-02-17
CEO -
Sector Communication Services
Industry Entertainment
Full time employees 18600
Full time employees 18600

Paramount Global operates as a media, streaming, and entertainment company worldwide. It operates through TV Media, Direct-to-Consumer, and Filmed Entertainment segments. The TV Media segment operates CBS Television Network, a domestic broadcast television network; CBS Stations, a television station; and international free-to-air networks comprising Network 10, Channel 5, Telefe, and Chilevisión; and domestic premium and basic cable networks, such as Nickelodeon, MTV, CMT, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, Paramount Network, The Smithsonian Channel, BET Media Group, CBS Sports Network, and international extensions of these brands. This segment also provides domestic and international television studio operations, including CBS Studios, Paramount Television Studios, and Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios; CBS Media Ventures, which produces and distributes first run syndicated programming; and digital properties consist of CBS News Streaming and CBS Sports HQ. The Direct-to-Consumer segment offers a portfolio of domestic and international pay and free streaming services, including Paramount+, Pluto TV, and BET+. The Filmed Entertainment segment produces and acquires films, series, and short-form content for release and licensing around the world, including in theaters, on streaming services, on television, through digital home entertainment, and DVDs/Blu-rays; and operates a portfolio consist of Paramount Pictures, Paramount Players, Paramount Animation, Nickelodeon Studio, Awesomeness, and Miramax. It provides production, distribution, and advertising solutions. The company was formerly known as ViacomCBS Inc. and changed its name to Paramount Global in February 2022. The company was founded in 1914 and is headquartered in New York, New York. Paramount Global is a subsidiary of National Amusements, Inc.