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WideOpenWest Inc (WOW)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: WOW (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
4 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $4.76
1 Year Target Price $4.76
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 2 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -23.52% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 433.99M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4.76 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4.76 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 4 | Beta 1.25 | 52 Weeks Range 3.06 - 5.80 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 3.06 - 5.80 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.78 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-11 | When - | Estimate -0.18 | Actual -0.22 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -10.7% | Operating Margin (TTM) 1.66% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.36% | Return on Equity (TTM) -30.99% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 29.59 | Enterprise Value 1476285928 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.72 |
Enterprise Value 1476285928 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.72 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.44 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.79 | Shares Outstanding 85768000 | Shares Floating 40834490 |
Shares Outstanding 85768000 | Shares Floating 40834490 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.59 | Percent Institutions 78.23 |
Upturn AI SWOT
WideOpenWest Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
WideOpenWest, now operating under the name Breezeline, was founded in 1996. It grew through acquisitions and expansions, focusing on providing cable and broadband services primarily in the Midwestern and Southeastern United States. In 2021, it was acquired by Cogeco Communications.
Core Business Areas
- Residential Broadband: Provides high-speed internet services to residential customers.
- Residential Cable TV: Offers traditional cable television services to residential customers.
- Residential Telephony: Provides voice-over-internet protocol (VoIP) telephone services to residential customers.
- Business Services: Offers broadband, voice, and video solutions to small and medium-sized businesses.
Leadership and Structure
Since being acquired by Cogeco Communications, the leadership and organizational structure align with Cogeco's overall management. Julie Lynch is the President of Breezeline.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Breezeline Stream TV: Provides a way to watch your favorite shows, news, and sports without a cable box. Competitors include: Xfinity Stream, Cox Contour TV, FuboTV, Sling TV, YouTube TV
- High-Speed Internet: Breezeline offers various internet plans with different speeds and data allowances. Market share is regionally dependent, competing with major providers like Comcast (CMCSA), Charter (CHTR), and Verizon (VZ). Data on exact market share is difficult to pinpoint due to the fragmented nature of the service areas, but Breezeline is a significant player in its operating regions. Competitors include Comcast, Charter, Verizon, AT&T (T), and T-Mobile (TMUS).
- Breezeline Phone: A phone service utilizing Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Technology. Competitors include: Vonage, Ooma, RingCentral, Verizon
- Cable TV: Offers traditional cable TV packages with a variety of channels. Faces competition from streaming services and other cable providers. Competitors include Comcast, Charter, Verizon, Dish (DISH), and DirecTV (T). Market share is declining with the rise in streaming services.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The telecommunications industry is highly competitive and evolving rapidly. The market is driven by demand for high-speed internet, streaming services, and bundled communication solutions. Consolidation is a continuing trend.
Positioning
Breezeline is positioned as a regional provider focused on delivering reliable internet and entertainment services to residential and business customers. It differentiates itself through customer service and targeted offerings.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for broadband and cable services in the US is estimated to be hundreds of billions of dollars. Breezeline's TAM is limited to its operating regions, but it holds a significant share within those areas.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Regional Focus
- Established Infrastructure
- Customer Service Focus
- Bundled Service Offerings
Weaknesses
- Limited Geographic Footprint
- Capital Intensive Infrastructure
- Competition from Larger Providers
- Exposure to Cord-Cutting Trends
Opportunities
- Expansion into New Markets
- Investment in Fiber Infrastructure
- Development of New Service Offerings
- Partnerships and Acquisitions
Threats
- Increased Competition
- Technological Disruption
- Regulatory Changes
- Economic Downturn
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CMCSA
- CHTR
- VZ
- T
- DISH
Competitive Landscape
Breezeline faces intense competition from larger, well-established providers. Its advantage lies in its regional focus and potential for superior customer service. Breezeline is now part of a larger company that also competes with other competitors like Verizon.
Major Acquisitions
Cogeco Communications
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 1125
- Strategic Rationale: Cogeco acquired WideOpenWest to expand its footprint in the United States and strengthen its position in the broadband and cable market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Before the acquisition, WOW! experienced growth through acquisitions and organic expansion in its service areas.
Future Projections: Future growth is now tied to Cogeco Communications' overall strategy. Projections would be part of Cogeco's reports.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives focus on upgrading infrastructure, expanding fiber networks, and improving customer experience within the Breezeline service areas under Cogeco's management.
Summary
Breezeline, formerly WideOpenWest, is now part of Cogeco Communications, a larger entity that looks to expand its influence in the American communications market. The integration allows for infrastructure improvement and a more streamlined customer approach. However, competing with larger companies like Comcast and Charter may prove difficult. Cogeco must also be aware of the challenges presented by technological disruption in a cord-cutting age.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (Prior to Acquisition)
- Industry Reports
- Market Research Reports
- Cogeco Communications Investor Relations
Disclaimers:
The information provided is based on publicly available data and analyst estimates. Market share data is approximate and may vary depending on the source. This is not financial 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 WideOpenWest Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Englewood, CO, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2017-05-25 | CEO, President & Director Ms. Teresa L. Elder | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Telecom Services | Full time employees 1320 | Website https://www.wowway.com |
Full time employees 1320 | Website https://www.wowway.com | ||
WideOpenWest, Inc. provides high-speed data, cable television, and digital telephony services to residential and business customers in the United States. The company's video services include basic cable services that comprise local broadcast television and local community programming; digital cable services; WOW tv+ that offers traditional cable video and cloud DVR functionality, voice remote with Google Assistant, and Netflix integration along with access to various streaming services and apps through the Google Play Store; and HBO, Showtime, STARZ, STARZ ENCORE, and Cinemax channels provide commercial free movies, TV shows, sports, and other special event entertainment programs. Its telephony services consist of local and long-distance telephone services; and business telephony and data services include fiber network, office-to-office metro Ethernet, session-initiated protocol trunking, colocation infrastructure, cloud computing, managed backup, and recovery services. The company was formerly known as WideOpenWest Kite, Inc. and changed its name to WideOpenWest, Inc. in March 2017. WideOpenWest, Inc. was founded in 2001 and is based in Englewood, Colorado.
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