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Comcast Corp(CMCSA)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
SELL
SELL for 1 day
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
-2.98%
LAST CLOSE
$24.42
09/15/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CMCSA

09/15/2026: CMCSA (1-star) is a SELL. SELL for 1 day. Simulated Profits (-2.98%). Updated daily EoD!

Comcast is a global media and technology company operating in broadband connectivity and content distribution. The company maintains a leading position in the US residential internet market, providing a stable recurring revenue base that supports its large media operations, including NBCUniversal. Its primary investment story hinges on the success of its digital transition, particularly the growth of Peacock and high-speed mobile services to offset linear television declines. While its cash flow generation is reliable, the company faces risks from intense competition in both broadband and streaming sectors. It is generally suited for value and dividend-focused investors, though shareholders should monitor subscriber churn and future content investment returns.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is moderate and tied to the mature telecommunications and media sectors.
Momentum investorMixed fitPerformance is subject to industry-wide sentiment shifts in cable and streaming, requiring a positive trend signal.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at valuations that reflect steady cash flow and utility-like characteristics.
Dividend investorStrong fitComcast offers a reliable dividend yield supported by durable cash flow from its broadband segment.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile the broadband business is stable, the media segment introduces volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock can be sensitive to macroeconomic news and shifts in the media landscape.
Valuation riskLowThe company historically maintains reasonable valuation multiples.
Competition risk (streaming and broadband)HighAggressive pricing from competitors affects both subscriber growth and churn.
Business qualityStrongComcast holds a dominant position in essential connectivity services.
Dividend incomeLowThe dividend is considered stable and well-covered by cash flows.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully managing the transition from linear to digital revenue is key to future performance.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -24.44%
Avg. Invested days 42
Today’s Advisory SELL
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

CMCSA receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

CMCSA has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+23.5%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 17.7%) are partially offset by slightly negative revenue growth (-0.0%), very low insider ownership of 0.74%.

Financial Health Rating

CMCSA's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $21.9B (17.7% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

Free-cash-flow growth is CMCSA's strongest growth driver at +42.4% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+23.5%, solid) is also solid, while revenue growth (-0.0%, slightly negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

Institutional ownership is 91.6% and approximately 99.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.74%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.88%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.57%
State Street Corp 5.15%
Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc 3.43%
Amvescap Plc. 3.38%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

CMCSA generates approximately $717 of gross profit, $167 of operating income, and $177 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

Effective Tax Rate: 23.70%

Quantitative Style Profile

CMCSA has a large-cap, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 88.29B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 7.97
1Y Target Price 30.13
Price to earnings Ratio 7.97
1Y Target Price 30.13
Volume (30-day avg) 23.1M shares
Beta 0.66
52 Weeks Range 21.28 - 32.05
Updated Date 09/15/2026
52 Weeks Range 21.28 - 32.05
Updated Date 09/15/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 5.24%
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.12

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Residential Connectivity & PlatformsInternet, video, voice services for residential customers.This is the company's core, reliable cash-generating engine.
Media and Studios (NBCUniversal)NBC broadcast, cable networks, film production, and theme parks.This provides growth potential through content and seasonal entertainment.
Geography: US & InternationalPrimary operations in the US; international reach via the Sky acquisition.US operations provide core stability; international segments add global scale.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Valuation

Trailing PE 7.97
Forward PE 6.63
Enterprise Value 172.15B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.71
Enterprise Value 172.15B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.71
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.38
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.04
Shares Outstanding 3.54B
Shares Floating 3.51B
Shares Outstanding 3.54B
Shares Floating 3.51B
Percent Insiders 0.74
Percent Institutions 91.56

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

About Comcast Corp

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquarters Philadelphia, PA, United States
IPO Launch date 1972-06-29
Chairman & Co-CEO Mr. Brian L. Roberts
Sector Communication Services
Industry Telecom Services
Full time employees 179000
Full time employees 179000

Comcast Corporation operates as a media and technology company worldwide. The company operates through Residential Connectivity & Platforms, Business Services Connectivity, Media, Studios, and Theme Parks segments. Its Residential Connectivity & Platforms segment provides residential broadband and wireless connectivity services, residential and business video services, sky-branded entertainment television networks, and advertising. The Business Services Connectivity segment offers connectivity services for small business locations, which include broadband, wireline voice, and wireless services; and ethernet network services for medium-sized customers and larger enterprises. Its Media segment operates NBCUniversal's national and regional cable networks; the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks and owned local broadcast television stations; and Peacock, a direct-to-consumer streaming services. The company also operates international television networks comprising the Sky Sports networks, as well as other digital properties. Its Studios segment operates NBCUniversal and Sky film and television studio production and distribution operations. The Theme Parks segment operates Universal theme parks in Orlando, Florida; Hollywood, California; Osaka, Japan; and Beijing, China. It also offers a consolidated streaming platforms under the Philadelphia Flyers and the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; and Xumo. Comcast Corporation was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.