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Tegna Inc (TGNA)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: TGNA (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -34.09% | Avg. Invested days 36 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.91B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 5.16 | 1Y Target Price 21.2 |
Price to earnings Ratio 5.16 | 1Y Target Price 21.2 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2089886 | Beta 0.46 | 52 Weeks Range 12.07 - 19.35 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 12.07 - 19.35 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.76% | Basic EPS (TTM) 3.53 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 19.34% | Operating Margin (TTM) 30.41% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.8% | Return on Equity (TTM) 20.84% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 5.16 | Forward PE 9.49 | Enterprise Value 5360000580 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.94 |
Enterprise Value 5360000580 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.94 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.73 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.08 | Shares Outstanding 159898000 | Shares Floating 157868950 |
Shares Outstanding 159898000 | Shares Floating 157868950 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.44 | Percent Institutions 101.11 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4.33 | Target Price 21.5 | Buy - | Strong Buy 4 |
Buy - | Strong Buy 4 | ||
Hold 2 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Tegna Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Tegna Inc. was formed in June 2015 as a spin-off from Gannett Co., Inc., separating its broadcasting and digital businesses from its publishing operations. It has grown through acquisitions, focusing on local television stations and digital marketing services.
Core Business Areas
- Broadcasting: Owns and operates television stations affiliated with major networks, providing local news, programming, and advertising.
- Premion: An OTT advertising platform that connects advertisers with premium video content.
- Investigative Journalism: Produces local and national investigative journalism segments.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team is headed by the CEO. The organizational structure involves various departments overseeing broadcasting operations, digital marketing, finance, and legal aspects.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Local News Broadcasting: Provides local news coverage through its affiliated television stations. Competitors include Nexstar Media Group (NXST) and Sinclair Broadcast Group (SBGI). Precise market share data is difficult to ascertain, but estimates suggest TEGNA controls single-digit percentage points of local broadcast revenue in the U.S.
- Premion OTT Advertising Platform: A connected TV advertising platform for advertisers to connect with premium video content. Competitors include Roku (ROKU) and The Trade Desk (TTD). Market share information is not publicly available.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The broadcast television industry is experiencing a shift as audiences increasingly consume content online. The shift to digital platforms presents both opportunities and challenges. Local news remains a key driver of viewership and revenue.
Positioning
Tegna Inc. is positioned as a leading local broadcasting company with a growing digital presence. It leverages its local stations to provide news and advertising services. Its competitive advantage includes strong local brands and a growing digital marketing platform.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for local broadcast advertising is estimated in the tens of billions of dollars annually. Tegna is positioned to capture a portion of this through its broadcast and digital platforms.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong local brands and market presence
- Diversified revenue streams (broadcasting and digital)
- Significant investments in digital platforms (Premion)
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Dependence on advertising revenue
- Competition from digital platforms
- Susceptibility to economic downturns
- Regulatory challenges
Opportunities
- Growth in digital advertising market
- Expansion of Premion platform
- Acquisition of additional broadcast stations
- Partnerships with digital content providers
Threats
- Cord-cutting and declining TV viewership
- Increased competition from streaming services
- Economic recession
- Changes in advertising spending
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- NXST
- SBGI
- GRAY
Competitive Landscape
Tegna Inc. competes with other broadcasting companies and digital media platforms. Its advantages include strong local brands and a growing digital presence. Its disadvantages include dependence on advertising revenue and competition from digital giants.
Major Acquisitions
Sander Media
- Year: 2019
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 308
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded broadcast coverage in key markets.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Tegna Inc.'s growth has been driven by acquisitions and organic growth in its broadcasting and digital businesses.
Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on various factors including economic conditions, advertising market trends, and the success of its digital initiatives. Analyst estimates available on financial websites.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in Premion, expansion of local news coverage, and strategic acquisitions.
Summary
Tegna Inc. is a strong local broadcasting company with growing digital operations that generate increasing revenue. The company faces challenges from cord-cutting and competition, it tries to maintain its position through the expansion of its digital advertisement, Premion. Tegna needs to watch out for industry threats of the changing economy and the continued reduction of viewership. Tegna will continue to grow but must adapt to the current media landscape.
Similar Companies
- NXST
- SBGI
- GRAY
- CMCSA
- FOXA
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Website
- Financial News Outlets
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data is based on estimates and may not be precise.
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 Tegna Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Tysons, VA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1985-07-01 | CEO, CFO & Director Mr. Michael F. Steib | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Broadcasting | Full time employees 5900 | Website https://www.tegna.com |
Full time employees 5900 | Website https://www.tegna.com |
TEGNA Inc. operates as a journalism company in the United States. The company engages in content and tools to help people navigate their daily lives. It also offers marketing solution. In addition, the company provides news content to consumers across various platforms, including online, mobile, connected television, and social platforms; owns and operates multicast networks under the names True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Inc. was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Tysons, Virginia.
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