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Urban One (UONE)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: UONE (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 -67.19% | Avg. Invested days 19 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 40.37M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.52 | 52 Weeks Range 1.23 - 2.37 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.23 - 2.37 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -2.63 |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-06-05 | When After Market | Estimate - | Actual -0.2643 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -28.49% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.26% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.45% | Return on Equity (TTM) -54.17% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 508848523 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.09 |
Enterprise Value 508848523 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.09 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.16 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 139.22 | Shares Outstanding 6498680 | Shares Floating 19603840 |
Shares Outstanding 6498680 | Shares Floating 19603840 | ||
Percent Insiders 16.35 | Percent Institutions 34.73 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Urban One
Company Overview
History and Background
Founded in 1980 by Cathy Hughes as Radio One, Urban One is a diversified media company primarily targeting African American audiences. It has grown from a single radio station to a multimedia company with radio, television, and digital platforms.
Core Business Areas
- Radio Broadcasting: Operates urban-oriented radio stations in various markets, providing music, news, and talk programming.
- Television Broadcasting: Operates TV One, a cable network featuring lifestyle, entertainment, and informational programming for African American viewers.
- Digital: Digital platform Reach Media Inc., which includes interactive websites, mobile applications and digital content that serves African-Americans.
- Cable Television: Cleo TV offers lifestyle and entertainment content geared toward Millennial and Gen X women of color.
Leadership and Structure
Alfred Liggins III serves as CEO. The organizational structure includes executive leadership overseeing radio, television, and digital divisions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Radio Stations: Owns and operates over 50 radio stations. Market share varies by local market. Competitors include iHeartMedia (IHRT), Cumulus Media (CMLS), and Audacy (AUDA).
- TV One: A cable television network. Competitors include BET (ViacomCBS), OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network), and Bounce TV (Scripps).
- Reach Media Inc.: Provides digital content, including NewsOne.com and other platforms that engage the African American market. Competitors are Black Enterprise, Ebony Magazine, Essence Communications.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The media industry is rapidly evolving with increased competition from digital platforms and changing consumer habits.
Positioning
Urban One is positioned as a leading provider of content for the African American community, leveraging its diverse media platforms to reach a wide audience. Its competitive advantage lies in its deep understanding of and connection to its target demographic.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for Urban One's target market, African American consumers, is significant. Given the $1.6 Trillion in buying power of this demographic, advertisers are willing to spend on these advertising channels. Urban One is positioned to capture some of that.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition within the African American community
- Diversified media platforms (radio, TV, digital)
- Established relationships with advertisers targeting African American consumers
- Experienced leadership team
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Dependence on advertising revenue
- Vulnerability to economic downturns
- Competition from larger media companies
Opportunities
- Expanding digital offerings
- Growth in streaming services
- Partnerships with other media companies
- Increasing demand for diverse content
Threats
- Decline in traditional radio and TV viewership
- Increased competition from digital platforms
- Changes in advertising spending
- Economic recession
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- IHRT
- CMCSA
- AUDA
Competitive Landscape
Urban One faces intense competition from larger media companies with greater resources. Its advantage lies in its focus on the African American market and its diversified media platform.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Urban One's growth has been driven by acquisitions and expansion into new media platforms.
Future Projections: Analyst projections are to improve profitability through increased digital revenue and cost efficiencies.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding its digital content offerings and partnerships with other media companies.
Summary
Urban One is a diversified media company targeting African American audiences. They have shown strong branding and expanded to different media platforms. Urban One needs to be aware of digital advertising competition to ensure they have a competitive advantage. Urban One is poised for growth if they play their cards correctly and ensure they leverage their target markets in their offerings.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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- Industry reports
- Market research reports
- Financial news sources
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 vary.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Urban One
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Silver Spring, MD, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1999-05-06 | CEO, President, Treasurer & Director Mr. Alfred C. Liggins III | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Broadcasting | Full time employees 962 | Website https://www.urban1.com |
Full time employees 962 | Website https://www.urban1.com | ||
Urban One, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as an urban-oriented multi-media company in the United States. The company operates through four segments: Radio Broadcasting, Cable Television, Reach Media, and Digital. The Radio Broadcasting segment includes radio broadcasting operations that primarily target African-American and urban listeners. The Cable Television segment operates TV One, an African-American targeted cable television network; and CLEO TV, a lifestyle and entertainment network. The Reach Media segment operates syndicated programming, including the Get Up! Mornings with Erica Campbell Show, Rickey Smiley Morning Show, and the DL Hughley Show. This segment also operates BlackAmericaWeb.com, an African-American targeted news and entertainment website, as well as other event related activities. The Digital segment owns Interactive One, a digital platform serving the African-American community through social content, news, information, and entertainment websites, including Cassius and Bossip, HipHopWired, and MadameNoire digital platforms, as well as brands. It owns and operates broadcast stations, including FM or AM stations, HD stations, and low power television stations under the Radio One tradename located in urban markets. The company was formerly known as Radio One, Inc. and changed its name to Urban One, Inc. in May 2017. Urban One, Inc. was founded in 1979 and is based in Silver Spring, Maryland.
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