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Urban One (UONE)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
12/05/2025: UONE (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -69.37% | Avg. Invested days 20 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 12/05/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 40.37M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.52 | 52 Weeks Range 1.23 - 2.37 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.23 - 2.37 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -2.63 |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-06-05 | When After Market | Estimate - | Actual -0.2643 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -28.49% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.26% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.45% | Return on Equity (TTM) -54.17% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 508848523 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.09 |
Enterprise Value 508848523 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.09 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.16 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 139.22 | Shares Outstanding 6498680 | Shares Floating 19603840 |
Shares Outstanding 6498680 | Shares Floating 19603840 | ||
Percent Insiders 16.35 | Percent Institutions 34.73 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Urban One
Company Overview
History and Background
Urban One, Inc. (formerly Radio One) was founded in 1980 by Cathy Hughes. It began as a single radio station and has grown into a diversified media company targeting African Americans. Key milestones include becoming a publicly traded company and expanding into cable television and digital media.
Core Business Areas
- Radio Broadcasting: Owns and operates radio stations primarily targeting African American listeners.
- Cable Television: Operates TV One, a cable television network focusing on African American programming.
- Digital Media: Operates digital platforms like iOne Digital, which includes various websites and online content.
- Casino Gaming: Operates a casino resort (pending regulatory approvals) in Virginia.
Leadership and Structure
Alfred Liggins III is the CEO. Cathy Hughes is the Chairperson. The company has a typical corporate structure with a board of directors and various executive management positions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Radio Broadcasting: Radio advertising and syndicated content. Market share varies by local market. Competitors include iHeartMedia (IHRT), Cumulus Media (CMLS), and Entercom (ETM) (now Audacy).
- TV One: Cable television advertising revenue and subscription fees. Competitors include BET (ViacomCBS), Bounce TV (Scripps), and Aspire (Magic Johnson).
- iOne Digital: Digital advertising revenue. Competitors include other digital media companies targeting African Americans, such as Black Enterprise, Essence Communications, and Reach Media.
- Casino Gaming: Casino gaming revenue (future). The proposed casino will compete with other regional gaming facilities. Key competitors include Penn National Gaming and MGM Resorts International.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The media industry is undergoing significant changes with the rise of digital platforms and shifting consumer preferences. The radio industry faces competition from streaming services, while cable television is challenged by cord-cutting. The gaming industry is expanding with the legalization of sports betting and online gambling.
Positioning
Urban One is positioned as a leading media company targeting the African American demographic. Its competitive advantages include its strong brand recognition and its diversified revenue streams across radio, television, and digital media.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for Urban One spans across radio broadcasting (estimated at $10 billion annually), cable television ($100+ billion annually), digital advertising ($500+ billion annually), and casino gaming (varies by region). Urban One targets a portion of each market, focused on the African American demographic.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition within the African American community
- Diversified revenue streams (radio, TV, digital, gaming)
- Experienced management team
- Established relationships with advertisers
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Dependence on advertising revenue
- Vulnerability to economic downturns
- Regulatory hurdles for casino project
Opportunities
- Growth in digital advertising
- Expansion of casino gaming operations
- Strategic acquisitions
- Partnerships with other media companies
Threats
- Cord-cutting in cable television
- Competition from streaming services
- Economic recession
- Changes in media consumption habits
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- IHRT
- CMLS
- VIAC
- NXST
Competitive Landscape
Urban One's advantages include its focus on the African American demographic and its diversified revenue streams. Disadvantages include its smaller size compared to larger competitors and its high debt levels.
Major Acquisitions
Reach Media
- Year: 2004
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 57
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Urban One's reach in the African American market through syndicated radio programming.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by expansion into cable television and digital media. Radio broadcasting has faced challenges due to competition from digital platforms.
Future Projections: Future growth is expected to be driven by the casino gaming project and continued growth in digital advertising.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include the development of the casino resort in Virginia and investments in digital content.
Summary
Urban One is a diversified media company targeting the African American demographic. Its strengths lie in its brand recognition and diversified revenue streams, but it faces challenges related to high debt and competition from larger media companies. The casino gaming project represents a significant growth opportunity, but it also carries regulatory and financial risks. Overall, Urban One is a specialized media player navigating a dynamic market.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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About Urban One
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Silver Spring, MD, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1999-05-06 | CEO, President, Treasurer & Director Mr. Alfred C. Liggins III | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Broadcasting | Full time employees 962 | Website https://www.urban1.com |
Full time employees 962 | Website https://www.urban1.com | ||
Urban One, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as an urban-oriented multi-media company in the United States. The company operates through four segments: Radio Broadcasting, Cable Television, Reach Media, and Digital. The Radio Broadcasting segment includes radio broadcasting operations that primarily target African-American and urban listeners. The Cable Television segment operates TV One, an African-American targeted cable television network; and CLEO TV, a lifestyle and entertainment network. The Reach Media segment operates syndicated programming, including the Get Up! Mornings with Erica Campbell Show, Rickey Smiley Morning Show, and the DL Hughley Show. This segment also operates BlackAmericaWeb.com, an African-American targeted news and entertainment website, as well as other event related activities. The Digital segment owns Interactive One, a digital platform serving the African-American community through social content, news, information, and entertainment websites, including Cassius and Bossip, HipHopWired, and MadameNoire digital platforms, as well as brands. It owns and operates broadcast stations, including FM or AM stations, HD stations, and low power television stations under the Radio One tradename located in urban markets. The company was formerly known as Radio One, Inc. and changed its name to Urban One, Inc. in May 2017. Urban One, Inc. was founded in 1979 and is based in Silver Spring, Maryland.
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