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Talkspace Inc (TALK)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: TALK (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Above Average Performance
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AI Based Fundamental Rating
Moderate Performance
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Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 88.3% | Avg. Invested days 43 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  4.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 04/01/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 444.73M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 256 | 1Y Target Price 5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 256 | 1Y Target Price 5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2649685 | Beta 1.15 | 52 Weeks Range 1.60 - 4.36 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.60 - 4.36 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.01 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 0.61% | Operating Margin (TTM) 3.63% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -1.47% | Return on Equity (TTM) 0.97% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 256 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 311704992 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.37 |
Enterprise Value 311704992 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.37 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.66 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -21.07 | Shares Outstanding 168436992 | Shares Floating 125069713 |
Shares Outstanding 168436992 | Shares Floating 125069713 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.79 | Percent Institutions 60.33 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4.67 | Target Price 4.88 | Buy - | Strong Buy 5 |
Buy - | Strong Buy 5 | ||
Hold 1 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Talkspace Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Talkspace was founded in 2012 by Oren and Roni Frank. It initially focused on providing affordable therapy via mobile devices. It went public via a SPAC merger in 2021.
Core Business Areas
- B2C Therapy: Offers individual, couples, and teen therapy directly to consumers through a subscription-based model.
- B2B Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs): Provides mental health services to employees through partnerships with companies and organizations.
- Government and Health Plans: Partners with government agencies and health insurance plans to provide mental healthcare to their members.
Leadership and Structure
Dr. Jon Cohen is the CEO. The company has a typical corporate structure with departments such as technology, marketing, finance, and operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Individual Therapy: One-on-one therapy sessions with licensed therapists via text, audio, and video. Market share is difficult to pinpoint precisely but it competes in the digital mental health space. Competitors include Teladoc (TDOC), Amwell (AMWL), and Lyra Health (private).
- Couples Therapy: Therapy sessions for couples to improve communication and resolve conflicts. Competitors include Lasting (private) and OurRelationship.com.
- Teen Therapy: Therapy specifically designed for teenagers, addressing issues like anxiety, depression, and peer pressure. Competitors include Brightline (private) and Kooth (KOO.L).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The digital mental health market is experiencing significant growth due to increased awareness of mental health issues, accessibility advantages of telehealth, and reduced stigma. However, it's becoming increasingly crowded and competitive.
Positioning
Talkspace aims to be a leading provider of accessible and affordable online therapy. Its competitive advantages include brand recognition and a wide range of therapy options.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global digital mental health market is estimated to be worth hundreds of billions, and is projected to grow significantly. Talkspace is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM, focusing on affordability and accessibility.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Established brand recognition
- Wide range of therapy options
- Accessible and affordable pricing
- Partnerships with major organizations
Weaknesses
- Negative press due to alleged poor therapist working conditions
- High customer churn
- Reliance on marketing spend for customer acquisition
- Lack of profitability
Opportunities
- Expanding partnerships with insurance companies
- Increasing awareness of mental health issues
- Developing new features and services
- International expansion
Threats
- Intense competition in the digital mental health market
- Changing regulations and privacy concerns
- Economic downturn affecting consumer spending
- Negative press and reputational damage
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- TDOC
- AMWL
- CVS
Competitive Landscape
Talkspace faces intense competition from larger telehealth providers like Teladoc and Amwell. Its advantages include a focus on mental health and a strong brand. The competitors strengths are larger customer base and more diverse offerings.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Talkspace experienced rapid growth during the pandemic as demand for telehealth services increased.
Future Projections: Analysts expect Talkspace to continue to grow revenue, but profitability remains a concern. Due to lack of reliable data, only placeholders are provided. Revenue Growth: [0.10, 0.12, 0.15]
Recent Initiatives: Talkspace has been focusing on expanding its B2B business and partnerships with insurance companies.
Summary
Talkspace is a player in the growing digital mental health market, but its financial performance has been weak. It has a good brand, but has struggled to achieve profitability and is facing more competition. To stay viable it must improve its customer retention, improve operations and achieve profitability. Failure to do so could result in being aquired.
Similar Companies
- TDOC
- AMWL
- CVS
- CI
Sources and Disclaimers
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Disclaimers:
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About Talkspace Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters New York, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2020-07-30 | CEO & Director Dr. Jon R. Cohen M.D. | ||
Sector Healthcare | Industry Health Information Services | Full time employees 521 | Website https://www.talkspace.com |
Full time employees 521 | Website https://www.talkspace.com | ||
Talkspace, Inc. operates as a virtual behavioral healthcare company that connects patients with licensed mental health providers in the United States. The company provides psychotherapy and psychiatry services to treat various mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and other fields of human challenges by operating an online platform for one-on-one therapy delivered through messaging, audio, and video channels. It serves health insurance plans and employee assistance programs, direct-to-enterprise customers, and individual subscribers. Talkspace, Inc. was formerly known as Groop Internet Platform Inc. and changed its name to Talkspace, Inc. in June 2021. The company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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