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Townsquare Media Inc (TSQ)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/30/2025: TSQ (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
2 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $17
1 Year Target Price $17
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 26.98% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/30/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 126.56M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 17 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 17 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 1.11 | 52 Weeks Range 6.47 - 11.51 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 6.47 - 11.51 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 10.34% | Basic EPS (TTM) -1 |
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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -3.52% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.66% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.71% | Return on Equity (TTM) -116.49% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 13.35 | Enterprise Value 621238656 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.28 |
Enterprise Value 621238656 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.28 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.38 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.61 | Shares Outstanding 15036200 | Shares Floating 13326314 |
Shares Outstanding 15036200 | Shares Floating 13326314 | ||
Percent Insiders 10.58 | Percent Institutions 57.75 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 2 | Target Price 17 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy 1 |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy 1 | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Townsquare Media Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Townsquare Media, Inc. was founded in 2010. It focuses on small to mid-sized markets, combining local radio, digital marketing solutions, and live events. It has grown through acquisitions and organic expansion.
Core Business Areas
- Advertising: Sells advertising on its radio stations, digital platforms, and at live events. Provides digital marketing solutions to local businesses.
- Subscription Digital Products: Includes products like Townsquare Interactive which offers website design and digital marketing services.
- Live Events: Produces and promotes live music events, festivals, and other local events.
Leadership and Structure
Bill Wilson is the Chief Executive Officer. The company has a board of directors overseeing its operations. The organizational structure includes divisions for radio broadcasting, digital marketing, and live events, each with its own management team.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Radio Broadcasting: Operates a network of local radio stations primarily in small to mid-sized markets. Competitors include Cumulus Media (CMLS) and Audacy (AUDA). Revenue not publicly segmented but contributes a significant portion to the advertising revenue. Market Share data hard to directly quantify due to the local nature of markets.
- Digital Marketing Solutions: Offers website design, search engine optimization (SEO), social media management, and other digital marketing services through Townsquare Interactive. Competitors include Gannett (GCI), ReachLocal. This segment contributes substantially to revenue growth. Market Share data hard to directly quantify due to the local nature of markets.
- Live Events: Produces and promotes concerts, festivals, and other local events. Competitors include Live Nation (LYV) and AEG Presents. Revenue not publicly segmented, but events are a key part of Townsquare's local brand strategy. Market Share data hard to directly quantify due to the local nature of markets.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The media industry is undergoing significant changes due to the rise of digital platforms and changing consumer habits. Local media companies face challenges from national and global competitors but have opportunities to leverage their local presence and relationships.
Positioning
Townsquare Media Inc. positions itself as a local media and digital marketing company targeting small to mid-sized markets. Its competitive advantage lies in its integrated approach, combining radio, digital, and live events.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The US local advertising market is estimated to be worth hundreds of billions of dollars. Townsquare's positioning in smaller markets and integrated service offerings allow it to capture a piece of this TAM, however, exact TAM for their focus areas is difficult to quantify. Digital marketing services for small businesses are also a large and growing part of this market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong local presence in small to mid-sized markets
- Diversified revenue streams (radio, digital, events)
- Integrated marketing solutions for local businesses
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Dependence on advertising revenue
- Exposure to economic cycles
- Limited geographic reach compared to national media companies
- Small market focus limits revenue potential
Opportunities
- Expansion of digital marketing services
- Acquisitions of complementary businesses
- Growth in live events and festivals
- Increased demand for local advertising
Threats
- Competition from national media companies
- Decline in radio advertising revenue
- Economic downturns impacting local businesses
- Changing consumer media habits
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CMLS
- AUDA
- GCI
- LYV
Competitive Landscape
Townsquare Media Inc. competes with national media companies for advertising dollars and with other digital marketing agencies for local business clients. Its advantage lies in its local presence and integrated approach.
Major Acquisitions
North American Midway Entertainment
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 38
- Strategic Rationale: Enhances live events capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Townsquare Media Inc. has grown through acquisitions and organic expansion in its digital marketing and live events businesses. Radio revenue has been more stable.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth in digital marketing and live events, with radio revenue remaining relatively stable.
Recent Initiatives: Townsquare Media Inc. has focused on expanding its digital marketing services and acquiring local media properties.
Summary
Townsquare Media Inc. is a local media company with a diversified revenue model focused on small to mid-sized markets. It has been focused on acquisitions to grow its offerings. Its strengths are in digital and live events, but the traditional radio business is under pressure. It needs to continue adapting to changing consumer media habits and competition.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Analyst estimates
- Company Press Releases
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share data is estimated and may vary. Consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Townsquare Media Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Purchase, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2000-01-25 | CEO & Director Mr. Bill Wilson | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Advertising Agencies | Full time employees 2049 | Website https://www.townsquaremedia.com |
Full time employees 2049 | Website https://www.townsquaremedia.com | ||
Townsquare Media, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a digital and broadcast media, and digital marketing solutions company for small and medium-sized businesses in the United States. It operates through Subscription Digital Marketing Solutions, Digital Advertising, Broadcast Advertising, and Other segments. The Subscription Digital Marketing Solutions segment offers Townsquare Business Management Platform, a SAAS solution that provides website design, creation, and development, as well as hosting services; and search engine optimization, online directory optimization, e-commerce solutions, online reputation monitoring, social media management, appointment scheduling, payment and invoice, customer management, and email and SMS marketing services. Its Digital Advertising segment provides digital advertising on its owned and operated, digital programmatic advertising, and data analytics and management platform. The Broadcast Advertising segment engages in the sale of advertising on local radio stations to local, regional, and national spot advertisers, as well as national network advertisers. Its Other segment owns and operates live events, including concerts, expositions, and other experiential events. The company was formerly known as Regent Communications, Inc. and changed its name to Townsquare Media, Inc. in May 2010. Townsquare Media, Inc. is headquartered in Purchase, New York.
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