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Urban One Inc Class D (UONEK)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
05/27/2025: UONEK (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -34.94% | Avg. Invested days 18 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 05/27/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 43.37M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 6 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 6 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 38239 | Beta 0.45 | 52 Weeks Range 0.44 - 1.87 | Updated Date 05/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.44 - 1.87 | Updated Date 05/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -2.63 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
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 512102077 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.1 |
Enterprise Value 512102077 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.1 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.17 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 140.11 | Shares Outstanding 34262400 | Shares Floating 20134075 |
Shares Outstanding 34262400 | Shares Floating 20134075 | ||
Percent Insiders 54.38 | Percent Institutions 27.79 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating - | Target Price 6 | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
Buy - | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Urban One Inc Class D
Company Overview
History and Background
Urban One, Inc., formerly known as Radio One, Inc., was founded in 1980 by Cathy Hughes. It is the largest African-American owned and operated media company in the United States, starting with radio stations and expanding into television, digital media, and events.
Core Business Areas
- Radio Broadcasting: Operates numerous radio stations across the U.S., targeting African-American listeners with music, news, and talk programming.
- Television Broadcasting: Owns TV One, a cable television network targeting African-American viewers, and operates other television properties.
- Digital Media: Engages in digital media through various online platforms, including websites, mobile apps, and social media channels.
- Cable Television: TV One offers a variety of content catering to African-American audiences. This includes original programming, acquired shows, and movies.
Leadership and Structure
Alfred C. Liggins, III serves as the CEO of Urban One. The company has a board of directors and a management team overseeing its various business segments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Radio Stations: A network of radio stations across major U.S. markets, offering diverse programming formats. Competitors include iHeartMedia and Cumulus Media. Difficult to pinpoint exact radio station revenue or market share but they are a significant player in the African-American radio market. Market Share data is fragmented across different geographic locations.
- TV One: A cable television network featuring original series, movies, and lifestyle content targeting African-American viewers. Competitors include BET Networks and OWN. Subscriber numbers fluctuate with cable market trends; specific revenue figures are not readily available.
- Digital Platforms: Digital platforms include websites and mobile apps like iOne Digital that serve as a media hub. Competitors include Black Enterprise and Essence. Revenue is derived from advertising and subscriptions. Website traffic and user engagement vary, contributing to overall digital revenue.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The media industry is evolving rapidly, with traditional broadcast media facing competition from streaming services and digital platforms. The African-American media market is a significant and growing segment.
Positioning
Urban One is positioned as a leading media company targeting African-American audiences, leveraging its radio, television, and digital assets. Their competitive advantage lies in their deep understanding of this demographic.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for media targeting African-American audiences is estimated to be in the billions of dollars, encompassing radio, television, digital, and events. Urban One's is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its diversified offerings. Exact data is unavailable but many analysts estimate north of $3B
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition within the African-American community
- Diversified media platform (radio, TV, digital)
- Experienced management team
- Significant reach within target demographic
Weaknesses
- Dependence on advertising revenue
- Competition from larger media conglomerates
- Exposure to economic downturns affecting advertising spend
- Relatively small market capitalization
Opportunities
- Growth in digital advertising
- Expansion of original programming on TV One
- Strategic partnerships with other media companies
- Leveraging data analytics to improve advertising targeting
Threats
- Shifting media consumption habits
- Increasing competition from streaming services
- Economic recession impacting advertising revenue
- Changes in regulatory landscape
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- IHRT
- CMCSA
- PARA
Competitive Landscape
Urban One competes with much larger media companies with greater resources. Its advantage lies in its focus on the African-American demographic.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is reflected in past financial performance, including revenue and earnings growth or decline.
Future Projections: Future projections can be found in analyst reports and company guidance, typically available on financial news websites.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding digital offerings, developing original programming for TV One, and strategic partnerships.
Summary
Urban One is a niche media company focused on the African-American audience. While it holds a significant position within its target demographic, it faces stiff competition from larger media conglomerates. The company's diversified media platform, including radio, television, and digital assets, is working well to enhance its reach, but it needs to carefully manage its reliance on advertising revenue and navigate shifting media consumption habits.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Investor Relations
- Financial News Outlets
- Industry Reports
Disclaimers:
Data is based on publicly available information and subject to change. This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
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 Inc Class D
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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