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Tucows Inc. (TCX)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/17/2025: TCX (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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
0 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 0.19% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 215.39M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 150.01 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 150.01 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.84 | 52 Weeks Range 13.27 - 26.48 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 13.27 - 26.48 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -8.97 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -26.67% | Operating Margin (TTM) -2.15% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -1.68% | Return on Equity (TTM) -1011.58% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 29.15 | Enterprise Value 693090255 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.58 |
Enterprise Value 693090255 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.58 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.88 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 62.04 | Shares Outstanding 11057100 | Shares Floating 7791173 |
Shares Outstanding 11057100 | Shares Floating 7791173 | ||
Percent Insiders 20.72 | Percent Institutions 66.82 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Tucows Inc.
Company Overview
History and Background
Tucows Inc. was founded in 1993 as a software download site. It evolved into a provider of internet services, domain name registration, and fiber internet.
Core Business Areas
- Domain Services: Provides domain name registration and related services through OpenSRS and Enom.
- Network Access Services: Delivers fiber internet service primarily through Ting Internet.
- Mobile Services: Provides mobile service for MVNOs as well as resells mobile phones.
Leadership and Structure
Elliot Noss is the President and CEO. The company has a board of directors and operates with a divisional structure.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Domain Name Registration (OpenSRS/Enom): Wholesale domain registration services offered to resellers. Competitors include GoDaddy (GDDY), Namecheap, and Verisign (VRSN). Market share is significant within the reseller market, but specifics are proprietary. The business generates the majority of Tucows' revenue. Competitors: GoDaddy (GDDY), Namecheap, Endurance International Group (EIGI).
- Ting Internet: Fiber internet service provided directly to consumers in select markets. Competitors include Comcast (CMCSA), Verizon (VZ), and local ISPs. The number of subscribers and revenue are steadily increasing as the company expands its fiber network. Competitors: Comcast (CMCSA), Verizon (VZ).
- Mobile Services: Mobile services provided to MVNO customers (Mobile Virtual Network Operators). Competitors: Verizon (VZ), T-Mobile (TMUS), AT&T (T).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The internet services industry is competitive and constantly evolving, with increasing demand for high-speed internet and secure domain name services.
Positioning
Tucows positions itself as a provider of niche internet services, focusing on wholesale domain registration and fiber internet in underserved markets. Their competitive advantage is its established reseller network and focus on customer service.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for domain registration and fiber internet is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Tucows is positioned to capture a small but growing share of this TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Established reseller network (OpenSRS/Enom)
- Growing fiber internet business (Ting Internet)
- Strong focus on customer service
- Diversified revenue streams
Weaknesses
- Relatively small size compared to major competitors
- High capital expenditure for fiber internet expansion
- Dependence on wholesale partnerships
- Limited brand recognition with consumers
Opportunities
- Expanding fiber internet to new markets
- Acquiring smaller ISPs or domain registrars
- Developing new value-added services for resellers
- Growing MVNO services.
Threats
- Increased competition from larger players
- Technological advancements disrupting the industry
- Regulatory changes affecting domain registration or internet access
- Economic downturn impacting consumer spending
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- GDDY
- VRSN
- CMCSA
- VZ
Competitive Landscape
Tucows faces intense competition from larger, more established players. Its strengths lie in its specialized services and customer focus, while its weaknesses include its smaller size and limited brand recognition.
Major Acquisitions
AlwaysOn Network Inc.
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 8.5
- Strategic Rationale: Expansion of Ting Internet fiber footprint.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Tucows has experienced steady growth driven by its domain services and expanding fiber internet business.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth for Tucows, driven by Ting Internet expansion and strategic acquisitions. Consult analyst reports for precise estimates.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding Ting Internet to new cities, acquiring smaller internet service providers, and enhancing its domain registration platform.
Summary
Tucows is a diversified internet services company with strengths in domain registration and fiber internet. Ting Internet's expansion presents a growth opportunity, while increased competition poses a threat. The company needs to continue innovating and expanding its reach to maintain its growth trajectory. While smaller than many competitors, their focus on specific niches and strong wholesale network is advantageous.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data is based on estimates and may not be precise.
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 Tucows Inc.
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Toronto, ON, Canada | ||
IPO Launch date 1996-04-29 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Elliot Noss | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Software - Infrastructure | Full time employees 765 | Website https://www.tucows.com |
Full time employees 765 | Website https://www.tucows.com | ||
Tucows Inc. provides domain name registration, email, and other internet related services in North America and Europe. It operates through three segments: Ting, Wavelo, and Tucows Domains. The Ting segment provides gigabit fiber and fixed wireless internet services. The Wavelo segment offers full-service platforms and professional services that support communication services providers, including subscription and billing management, network orchestration and provisioning, and individual developer tools, as well as billing solutions to internet services providers under the Platypus brand. The Tucows Domains segment provides wholesale and retail domain name registration services under the OpenSRS, eNom, Ascio, EPAG, and Hover brands, as well as value added services, such as hosted email, internet security services, WHOIS privacy, publishing tools, and other value-added services. The company offers its services primarily through an internet-based distribution network of internet service providers, web hosting companies, and other providers of internet services to end-users. Tucows Inc. was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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