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Shenandoah Telecommunications Co (SHEN)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/12/2025: SHEN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
2 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $26
1 Year Target Price $26
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -49.41% | Avg. Invested days 28 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/12/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 744.40M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 26 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 26 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 0.81 | 52 Weeks Range 9.77 - 16.77 | Updated Date 09/13/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 9.77 - 16.77 | Updated Date 09/13/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.73% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.65 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -9.32% | Operating Margin (TTM) -10.05% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -0.77% | Return on Equity (TTM) -2.97% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 3.6 | Enterprise Value 1247863373 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.13 |
Enterprise Value 1247863373 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.13 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.57 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.3 | Shares Outstanding 54897100 | Shares Floating 44822360 |
Shares Outstanding 54897100 | Shares Floating 44822360 | ||
Percent Insiders 4.49 | Percent Institutions 79.58 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Shenandoah Telecommunications Co
Company Overview
History and Background
Shenandoah Telecommunications Co (Shentel) was founded in 1902 as a mutual telephone company in Edinburg, Virginia. It has grown into a diversified telecommunications company providing broadband, video, and voice services.
Core Business Areas
- Broadband: Provides high-speed internet services, primarily through fiber-optic networks, to residential and business customers.
- Wireless: Operates a wireless communications business, offering mobile voice and data services. Shentel was a Sprint affiliate, a relationship that recently ended.
- Enterprise: Offers dedicated fiber solutions, managed services, and data center services for businesses.
Leadership and Structure
Christopher E. French serves as President and CEO. The company has a traditional corporate structure with various departments overseeing finance, operations, marketing, and technology.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Fiber Internet: High-speed internet service delivered via fiber-optic network. Market share is concentrated in its service area. Competitors include Comcast, Cox, and Verizon.
- Market Share (%): 15
- Market Share (%): 5
- Mobile Wireless: Wireless voice and data services (historically under the Sprint brand). Competitors include Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile.
- Enterprise Solutions: Dedicated fiber and managed services for businesses. Competitors include Verizon Business, Lumen Technologies, and Windstream.
- Market Share (%): 8
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The telecommunications industry is rapidly evolving with increasing demand for high-speed broadband and mobile data. Competition is intense, with a focus on expanding fiber networks and 5G coverage.
Positioning
Shentel focuses on providing advanced telecommunications services in underserved markets, leveraging its fiber network and local presence. Competitive advantages include strong regional brand recognition and focus on customer service.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for broadband and wireless services in Shentel's operating area is estimated at several billion dollars. Shentel is positioned to capture a portion of this market through its fiber expansion and service offerings.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Extensive fiber-optic network
- Strong regional brand recognition
- Focus on underserved markets
- Customer-centric approach
Weaknesses
- Limited geographic footprint
- Reliance on wholesale agreements
- Higher capital expenditures for fiber expansion
- Smaller scale compared to national competitors
Opportunities
- Expanding fiber network to new areas
- Acquiring smaller telecom providers
- Offering bundled services (internet, TV, phone)
- Leveraging 5G technology
Threats
- Increased competition from larger telecom companies
- Technological advancements requiring constant upgrades
- Regulatory changes impacting pricing and services
- Economic downturn affecting consumer spending
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CMCSA
- VZ
- T
Competitive Landscape
Shentel competes with larger national telecom companies by focusing on providing personalized customer service and advanced services in underserved markets. It must continue expanding its fiber network to remain competitive.
Major Acquisitions
Horizon Telcom (Partial Assets)
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 305
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Shentel's fiber network and customer base in Ohio.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Shentel's growth has been driven by its expansion of fiber-optic networks and increased adoption of broadband services.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates for Shentel's future growth vary depending on market conditions and company performance.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding its fiber network, launching new services, and optimizing its operations.
Summary
Shenandoah Telecommunications Co is a regional telecom provider with a strong fiber network. Its strengths include its focus on underserved markets and personalized customer service, but it faces challenges from larger competitors and the need for ongoing network investments. Its future success depends on its ability to expand its fiber footprint and maintain a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving industry. Competition is very strong in this sector and it will need to keep up or risk falling behind.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Financial News Outlets
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share and financial data may be estimates based on available information and are subject to change.
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 Shenandoah Telecommunications Co
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Edinburg, VA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1999-04-26 | President & CEO Mr. Edward H. McKay | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Telecom Services | Full time employees 1089 | Website https://www.shentel.com |
Full time employees 1089 | Website https://www.shentel.com | ||
Shenandoah Telecommunications Company, together with its subsidiaries, provides broadband services and video and voice services in the United States. The company offers broadband internet, video, and voice services; high-speed Ethernet and dark fiber leasing services; and managed network services to residential and commercial customers in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Delaware, Ohio, and Indiana through fiber optics under the brand name of Glo Fiber and hybrid fiber coaxial cable under the Shentel brand name. It also provides Ethernet and wavelength fiber optic services to enterprise and wholesale customers under the Glo Fiber Business brand names; and voice data and DSL telephone services. Shenandoah Telecommunications Company was founded in 1902 and is based in Edinburg, Virginia.
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