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Dolphin Entertainment Inc (DLPN)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
03/05/2025: DLPN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -68.91% | Avg. Invested days 16 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 11.27M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 29714 | Beta 2 | 52 Weeks Range 0.90 - 2.78 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.90 - 2.78 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -3.3 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-03-26 | When Before Market | Estimate -0.1 | Actual -0.15 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -24.39% | Operating Margin (TTM) -10.76% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -2.34% | Return on Equity (TTM) -79.76% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 30840514 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.22 |
Enterprise Value 30840514 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.22 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.6 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -3.84 | Shares Outstanding 11162000 | Shares Floating 6868889 |
Shares Outstanding 11162000 | Shares Floating 6868889 | ||
Percent Insiders 38.96 | Percent Institutions 8.62 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4 | Target Price 5 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy - |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Dolphin Entertainment Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Dolphin Entertainment, Inc. was founded in 1996. Initially focused on children's programming, it has evolved into a diversified entertainment marketing and premium content production company.
Core Business Areas
- Dolphin Digital Studios: Creates and distributes original digital content across various platforms.
- Dolphin Entertainment Marketing: Provides marketing and public relations services to entertainment and consumer-facing brands.
- Dolphin Films: Produces feature films and television programming.
- 42West: A leading public relations firm focused on entertainment.
- Shore Fire Media: Public relations agency specializing in music, entertainment, and cultural events.
Leadership and Structure
Bill O'Dowd serves as the Chief Executive Officer. The organizational structure includes distinct divisions for content production, marketing, and public relations, each with its own leadership team reporting to the CEO.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Digital Content Production: Dolphin Digital Studios produces various digital content, including web series and short films. Market share data is not readily available. Competitors include studios that focus on short form video content such as Brat TV.
- Entertainment Marketing Services: Provides marketing and public relations services for entertainment clients. Market share data is not readily available. Competitors include Rogers & Cowan PMK.
- Feature Film Production: Dolphin Films produces a range of feature films. Market share data fluctuates based on specific film releases. Competitors include independent production companies like A24 and Blumhouse.
- Public Relations: 42West and Shore Fire Media are leading PR firms for entertainment, music, and cultural events. Market share data is not readily available. Competitors include ID-PR and Sunshine Sachs.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The entertainment industry is highly competitive and constantly evolving, with increasing demand for digital content and integrated marketing solutions. The PR segment faces challenges with declining budgets and growing competition.
Positioning
Dolphin Entertainment positions itself as a provider of comprehensive entertainment and marketing solutions. Its competitive advantages include its diversified service offerings, established client relationships, and expertise in both content creation and marketing.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global entertainment and media market is estimated to be worth trillions of dollars. Dolphin Entertainment is positioned within various sub-segments including content creation, marketing, and PR. Exact TAM figures are not available, but the company addresses a significant portion through its diverse services.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified service offerings
- Established client relationships
- Experienced leadership team
- Strong presence in the entertainment industry
Weaknesses
- Relatively small size compared to major competitors
- Dependence on client relationships
- Vulnerability to fluctuations in the entertainment industry
- Lack of consistent profitability
Opportunities
- Expanding digital content production
- Acquiring complementary businesses
- Growing international presence
- Leveraging data analytics to improve marketing effectiveness
Threats
- Intense competition
- Changing consumer preferences
- Economic downturns
- Technological disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- WPP (WPP)
- Omnicom Group (OMC)
- Interpublic Group (IPG)
- Rogers & Cowan PMK (Private)
Competitive Landscape
Dolphin Entertainment competes with larger, more established players in the entertainment and marketing industries. Its advantages include its specialization in the entertainment sector and its integrated service offerings. Disadvantages include its smaller size and limited resources.
Major Acquisitions
Shore Fire Media
- Year: 2017
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 10.5
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Dolphin's public relations capabilities and added expertise in music and entertainment PR.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by acquisitions and expansion into new service areas.
Future Projections: Future growth is projected to be driven by increased demand for digital content and marketing services. Analyst estimates vary.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include strategic acquisitions and investments in digital content production.
Summary
Dolphin Entertainment is a diversified entertainment and marketing company with a solid presence in the industry. Its diversified revenue streams and strategic acquisitions have fueled growth. However, its smaller size and competitive landscape pose challenges. Strong client relationships and expertise are key to its success.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Company Website
- Press Releases
- Market Research Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly. The market share comparisons are approximate.
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.
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About Dolphin Entertainment Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Coral Gables, FL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2017-12-21 | Chairman, President & CEO Mr. William O'Dowd IV | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Advertising Agencies | Full time employees 245 | |
Full time employees 245 |
Dolphin Entertainment, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as an independent entertainment marketing and production company in the United States. The company operates in two segments, Entertainment Publicity, and Marketing and Content Production. The Entertainment Publicity and Marketing segment provides diversified marketing services, including public relations, entertainment and hospitality content marketing, strategic communications, strategic marketing consulting, social media and influencer marketing, digital marketing, creative branding, talent publicity, and entertainment marketing services, as well as produces promotional video content. The Content Production segment produces and distributes feature films and digital content. In addition, it offers strategic marketing and publicity services to individuals and corporates in the entertainment, hospitality, and music industries; and marketing direction, public relations counsel, and media strategy for video game publishers, as well as eSports leagues and other entities in the gaming industry. The company was formerly known as Dolphin Digital Media, Inc. and changed its name to Dolphin Entertainment, Inc. in July 2017. The company is headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida.
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