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Gannett Co

Gannett Co Inc is a digital newspaper company providing local media and marketing solutions in the U.S. The group operates in three segments, Domestic Gannett Media, Newsquest, and Digital Marketing Solutions. The majority of revenue is from the Domestic Gannett Media segment. The company's brands include USA TODAY and more than 250 daily newspapers as well as digital marketing services companies, including ReachLocal, WordStream, and others. The company produces more than 350 annual events, such as themed expos. The company also operates in the U.K. through the U.K. media company Newsquest, providing more than 150 local media brands.

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Gannett Co Inc

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Gannett shares are trading lower after the company reported worse-than-expected Q3 financial results.

Guidance

Gannett Says Total Digital Revenues Are Expected To Accelerate With Growth Exceeding 10% YoY And Are Expected To Make Up 50% Of Total Revenues In 2025 And Exceed 55% Of Total Revenues In 2026

Gannett Sees FY24 Total Digital Revenues Growing 6-7% On A Same-Store Bases, Total Revenues Expected Down Low To Mid-Single Digits On Reported And Same Store Basis

Gannett Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GCI#NYSE">GCI</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.14) per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.09) by 55.56 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $612.439 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $635.206 million by 3.58 percent. This is a 6.19 percent decrease over sales of $652.871 million the same period last year.

Earnings

Earnings Misses

Gannett Co Q3 2024 GAAP EPS $(0.14) Misses $(0.09) Estimate, Sales $612.439M Miss $635.206M Estimate

Gannett Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GCI#NYSE">GCI</a>) is set to give its latest quarterly earnings report on Thursday, 2024-10-31. Here's what investors need to know before the announcement.
Analysts estimate that Gannett Co will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $-0.07. 
The announcement from Gannett Co is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.
<h3>Earnings History Snapshot</h3>
The company's EPS beat by $0.24 in the last quarter, leading to a 5.31% drop in the share price on the following day.
Here's a look at Gannett Co's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
<th>Q4 2023</th>
<th>Q3 2023</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>-0.05</td>
<td>-0.36</td>
<td>0.08</td>
<td>-0.01</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.19</td>
<td>-0.26</td>
<td>-0.13</td>
<td>-0.18</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-5.0%</td>
<td>4.0%</td>
<td>4.0%</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730311388_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Analyst Observations about Gannett Co</h3>
Understanding market sentiments and expectations within the industry is crucial for investors. This analysis delves into the latest insights on Gannett Co.
Analysts have provided Gannett Co with 2 ratings, resulting in a consensus rating of Neutral. The average one-year price target stands at $5.1, suggesting a potential 10.21% downside.
<h3>Analyzing Analyst Ratings Among Peers</h3>
This comparison focuses on the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of and New York Times, three major players in the industry, shedding light on their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>New York Times received a Buy consensus from analysts, with an average 1-year price target of $56.0, implying a potential 885.92% upside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Overview of Peer Analysis</h3>
In the peer analysis summary, key metrics for and New York Times are highlighted, providing an understanding of their respective standings within the industry and offering insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Gannett Co</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-4.84%</td>
<td>$248.37M</td>
<td>5.69%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>New York Times</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>5.80%</td>
<td>$302.32M</td>
<td>3.69%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Gannett Co has lower revenue growth compared to its peer. It has higher gross profit margin. It has higher return on equity.
<h3>Get to Know Gannett Co Better</h3>
Gannett Co Inc is a digital newspaper company providing local media and marketing solutions in the U.S. The group operates in three segments, Domestic Gannett Media, Newsquest, and Digital Marketing Solutions. The majority of revenue is from the Domestic Gannett Media segment. The company's brands include USA TODAY and more than 250 daily newspapers as well as digital marketing services companies, including ReachLocal, WordStream, and others. The company produces more than 350 annual events, such as themed expos. The company also operates in the U.K. through the U.K. media company Newsquest, providing more than 150 local media brands.
<h3>Gannett Co: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Falling below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a reduced size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Challenges: Gannett Co's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 June, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -4.84%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Communication Services sector.
Net Margin: Gannett Co's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 2.15% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Gannett Co's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 5.69% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Gannett Co's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 0.66%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Gannett Co's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 4.96, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GCI/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Gannett Co visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Gannett Co shares are trading higher after Citigroup upgraded the stock from Sell to Neutral.

Citigroup analyst Jason Bazinet upgrades Gannett Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GCI#NYSE">GCI</a>) from Sell to Neutral and maintains the price target from $5.1 to $5.1.

Upgrades

Price Target

Analyst Ratings

Citigroup Upgrades Gannett Co to Neutral, Maintains Price Target to $5.1

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Gannett and BetMGM Announce Multi-Year Partnership, BetMGM Will Serve As The Preferred Online Sportsbook And Casino Partner For USA TODAY Sports Providing Sports Betting Odds And Betting Information Across The Expansive USA TODAY Network

General

Gannett Expects To Repay Approximately $13M Of Five-year Senior Secured Term Loan Facility, With Real Estate And Non-strategic Asset Sales Of Around $13M

Citigroup analyst Jason Bazinet downgrades Gannett Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GCI#NYSE">GCI</a>) from Neutral to Sell and announces $5.1 price target.

Downgrades

Citigroup Downgrades Gannett Co to Sell, Announces $5.1 Price Target

Gannett Says In FY25-FY26 It Expects Total Digital Revenues To Accelerate With Growth Exceeding 10% YoY And Are Expected To Make Up 50% Of Total Revenues In 2025 And Exceed 55% Of Total Revenues In 2026

Gannett Expects FY24 Digital Revenues To Grow ~10%

Gannett Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GCI#NYSE">GCI</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.09 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.11) by 181.82 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $639.800 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $645.023 million by 0.81 percent. This is a 4.84 percent decrease over sales of $672.357 million the same period last year.

Earnings Beats

Gannett Co Q2 2024 GAAP EPS $0.09 Beats $(0.11) Estimate, Sales $639.800M Miss $645.023M Estimate

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Gannett Co Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GCI#NYSE">GCI</a>) shares were <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GCI">climbing in early trading on Monday</a>.
The company has several catalysts for digital revenue growth and margin expansion, which should take the stock closer to peer average multiples, according to JMP Securities.
The Gannett Analyst: Matthew Condon initiated coverage of Gannett with a Market Outperform rating and a price target of $6.
The Gannett Thesis: Transitioning from a legacy news business to digital media should help the company to return to growth, Condon said in the initiation note.
Check out <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">other analyst stock ratings</a>.
Gannett expects digital to reach 50% of total revenue in 2025, the analyst stated. "Key initiatives to drive digital revenue growth include its new content strategy, driven by data, optimization of subscription pricing, and product and vertical expansion within its DMS business," he added.
Gannett also has several new initiatives, including affiliate partnerships and data licensing negotiations, which could eventually represent a $100 million opportunity, Condon wrote.
The company is optimizing its cost structure and shifting its focus to high-value subscribers in digital, which is expected to generate a CAGR (compounded annual growth rate) in free cash flows of 40% from 2023 to 2026, he further added.
GCI Price Action: Shares of Gannett had risen by 2.60% to $4.73 at the time of publication on Monday.
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Analyst Color

Long Ideas

Initiation

Gannett Has 'Several Catalysts For Digital Growth And Margin Expansion,' Says Bullish Analyst

JMP Securities analyst Matthew Condon initiates coverage on Gannett Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GCI#NYSE">GCI</a>) with a Market Outperform rating and announces Price Target of $6.

JMP Securities Initiates Coverage On Gannett Co with Market Outperform Rating, Announces Price Target of $6

U.S. stock futures were mixed this morning, with the Dow futures falling around 50 points on Monday.
Shares of AMC Networks Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMCX#NASDAQ">AMCX</a>) fell sharply in today's pre-market trading after the company announced a private offering of $125 million of convertible senior notes.
AMC Networks shares dipped 9.4% to $14.24 in pre-market trading.
Here are some big stocks recording losses in today's pre-market trading session.
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<li>Evotec SE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EVO#NYSE">EVO</a>) shares fell 7.7% to $4.20 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Absci Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABSI#NASDAQ">ABSI</a>) declined 5.8% to $3.75 in pre-market trading after declining around 9% on Friday.</li>
<li>Humacyte, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HUMA#NASDAQ">HUMA</a>) fell 5.7% to $6.65 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Absci Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GCI#NYSE">GCI</a>) fell 5.5% to $4.16 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>ABIVAX Société Anonyme (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ABVX#NASDAQ">ABVX</a>) declined 5.2% to $12.88 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Infinera Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INFN#NASDAQ">INFN</a>) shares fell 4.4% to $5.00 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Larimar Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LRMR#NASDAQ">LRMR</a>) shares fell 4% to $9.02 in pre-market trading.</li>
<li>Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LPX#NYSE">LPX</a>) shares fell 3% to $89.35 in pre-market trading. Goldman Sachs analyst Susan Maklari downgraded Louisiana-Pacific from Neutral to Sell and lowered the price target from $89 to $81.</li>
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U.S. stocks were higher, with the Nasdaq Composite gaining around 80 points on Friday.
Shares of Deckers Outdoor Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DECK#NYSE">DECK</a>) rose sharply during Friday's session after the company reported better-than-expected <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/05/39005548/deckers-outdoor-analysts-boost-their-forecasts-after-upbeat-results">quarterly financial results</a>.
Deckers Outdoor reported quarterly earnings of $4.95 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $2.90 by 70.69%. Quarterly sales clocked in at $959.758 million, beating the analyst consensus estimate of $887.548 million by 8.14% and representing a 21.25% increase over sales of $791.571 million from the same period last year, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Deckers Outdoor shares climbed 11.6% to $1,009.99 on Friday.
Here are some other big stocks recording gains in today's session.
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<li>Merus N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRUS#NASDAQ">MRUS</a>) jumped 30% to $57.26 after the company announced the publication of an abstract regarding petosemtamab in combination with pembrolizumab on the 2024 ASCO Annual Meeting website.</li>
<li>Magnite, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MGNI#NASDAQ">MGNI</a>) shares rose 12.3% to $12.43. B of A Securities analyst Omar Dessouky upgraded Magnite from Neutral to Buy and raised the price target from $13 to $15.</li>
<li>Oklo Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKLO#NYSE">OKLO</a>) gained 11.8% to $8.48 after the company announced a collaboration with Wyoming Hyperscale to supply 100 megawatts of clean power to a data center campus.</li>
<li>Guardant Health, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GH#NASDAQ">GH</a>) gained 11.2% to $25.05 after the company announced that the FDA Advisory Committee Panel recommends approval of Shield blood test for colorectal cancer screening.</li>
<li>CI&amp;T Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CINT#NYSE">CINT</a>) climbed 11.2% to $4.3950. Wedbush analyst Moshe Katri initiated coverage on CI&amp;T with an Outperform rating and announced a price target of $5.</li>
<li>Azul S.A. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZUL#NYSE">AZUL</a>) gained 9% to $6.18. Azul and GOL airlines disclosed a commercial cooperation agreement that will connect their flight networks in Brazil through a codeshare agreement.</li>
<li>Ross Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROST#NASDAQ">ROST</a>) gained 8.2% to $142.68 after the company reported better-than-expected earnings for its first quarter and increased its profit forecast for the year.</li>
<li>ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZIM#NYSE">ZIM</a>) jumped 7.4% to $20.85.</li>
<li>Cool Company Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLCO#NYSE">CLCO</a>) rose 7.4% to $13.02.</li>
<li>PDD Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PDD#NASDAQ">PDD</a>) gained 7.2% to $164.64. Goldman Sachs analyst Ronald Keung upgraded PDD Holdings from Neutral to Buy and raised the price target from $145 to $184.</li>
<li>Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GCI#NYSE">GCI</a>) rose 5.1% to $3.6250. Citigroup analyst Jason Bazinet upgraded Gannett from Sell to Neutral and raised the price target from $1.95 to $3.6.</li>
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The digital content creation market is exploding, fueled by technological innovations and global internet access. With platforms like Spotify (SPOT), Tencent Music (TME), and Gannett (GCI) leading the charge, the creator economy is ripe for disruption. These giants are perfectly positioned to cash in on this booming trend. Read on… The digital content creation industry is soaring to new heights. Thanks to the explosion of internet usage across the globe, technological innovations, and the increasing appetite of adults for consuming content digitally, the landscape has transformed dramatically. This surge shows no sign of slowing down.
Amid this backdrop, investors could scoop up shares of fundamentally stable digital content creator stocks, Spotify Technology S.A. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SPOT/">SPOT</a>), Tencent Music Entertainment Group (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TME/">TME</a>), and Gannett Co., Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GCI/">GCI</a>). These companies are poised to benefit from the continuous rise of digital content consumption.
Digital content creation is taking the world by storm, capturing attention in ways we have never seen before. The rise of videos, images, and interactive formats is undeniably magnetic. People are glued to their screens, unable to resist the allure of fresh, dynamic media that speaks volumes without words.
But the real game-changer? The internet. This is where the magic happens. According to Dataportal, a staggering <a href="https://datareportal.com/global-digital-overview">5.52 billion people</a> were using the internet at the start of October 2024. That's an overwhelming 67.5% of the world's population now connected, a figure that is only expected to rise.
This global web connection has made digital content consumption the norm. In fact, <a href="https://www.pewresearch.org/journalism/fact-sheet/social-media-and-news-fact-sheet/">over 54% of U.S. adults</a> now turn to social media for news, as highlighted by Pew Research. This shift is a clear sign of how content is now consumed—on the go, across platforms, and often within the palm of our hands.
With no sign of slowing down, the digital content creation market is on track for explosive growth. Verified Market Research predicts it will reach an eye-popping $181.4 billion by 2030. The market is set to expand at <a href="https://www.verifiedmarketresearch.com/product/digital-content-creation-market/">a CAGR of 25.7%</a>, making this an exciting space to watch.
Now let us dive deep into the fundamentals of three digital content creator stocks, starting with #3.
Stock #3: Spotify Technology S.A. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SPOT/">SPOT</a>)
Headquartered in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg, SPOT provides audio streaming subscription services. The company has two segments: Premium and Ad-Supported. It also offers sales, distribution and marketing, contract research and development, and customer and other support services.
On November 26, SPOT announced the launch of <a href="https://newsroom.spotify.com/2024-11-26/audiobook-authors-and-publishers-get-a-new-suite-of-tools-with-the-launch-of-spotify-for-authors/">Spotify for Authors</a>, a platform designed to provide authors and publishers with better tools and data to maximize their success on SPOT.
With this launch, SPOT is expected to strengthen its position in the audiobook market, contributing to its overall expansion and enhancing its growth prospects.
On November 6, SPOT <a href="https://newsroom.spotify.com/2024-11-06/emirates-and-spotify-partner-to-take-inflight-entertainment-to-new-heights/">announced a partnership</a> with Emirates to include SPOT's curated playlists and podcasts to Emirates' award-winning ice system. The partnership expands the company's global reach and content offerings and facilitates SPOT's growth prospects and global expansion.
For the fiscal third quarter that ended September 30, 2024, SPOT's revenue increased 18.8% year-over-year to €3.99 billion ($4.22 billion). Its gross profit rose 40.1% from the year-ago value to €1.24 billion ($1.31 billion). Moreover, the company's <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/o/operatingincome.asp">operating income</a> increased significantly year-over-year to €454 million ($479.93 million).
In addition, net income and EPS attributable to owners of the parent rose 361.5% and 339.4% from the prior year's quarter to €300 million ($317.14 million) and €1.45.
Analysts expect SPOT's revenue and EPS for the fiscal year ending December 2025 to rise 14.8% and 56.8% from the prior year to reach $18.73 billion and $9.56, respectively.
Shares of SPOT have surged 53.5% over the past six months and 150.2% over the past year, closing the last trading session at $498.63.
SPOT's solid fundamentals are reflected in its <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a>. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings assess stocks by 118 different factors, each with its own weighting.
SPOT has an A grade for Growth and a B for Quality. Within the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/entertainment-radio/">Entertainment – Radio</a> industry, SPOT is ranked #2 out of 4 stocks.
Beyond what is stated above, we have also given SPOT grades for Momentum, Value, Sentiment, and Stability. Get all SPOT ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/SPOT/">here</a>.
Stock #2: Tencent Music Entertainment Group (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TME/">TME</a>)
Based in Shenzhen, China, TME provides music streaming, online karaoke, and live streaming services through its online music entertainment platforms. The company's other offerings inlcude QQ Music, Kugou Music, Kuwo Music, WeSing, Kugou Live, and Kuwo Live.
Earlier this year, TME announced the renewal of a <a href="https://ir.tencentmusic.com/2024-01-03-Tencent-Music-Entertainment-Group-and-Universal-Music-Group-Extend-Multi-year-Strategic-Licensing-Agreement">multi-year strategic licensing agreement</a> with Universal Music Group (UMG), a music-based entertainment company. Through this partnership, TME has gained access to UMG's music catalog for its platforms, expanding its offerings and driving user growth.
For the fiscal 2024 third quarter that ended September 30, TME's revenues increased 6.8% year-over-year to $1 billion. Its gross profit rose 27.7% from the year-ago value to $426 million. Moreover, the company's operating profit grew 50.5% from the prior year's quarter to $306 million.
Additionally, TME's non-IRFS net profit and EPS for Class A and Class B ordinary shares increased 29.1% and 31.8% year-over-year to $276 million and $0.08, respectively.
Street expects TME's revenue and EPS for the fiscal fourth quarter ending December 2024 to increase 4.9% and 28.2% year-over-year to $1.00 billion and $0.18, respectively. In addition, the company topped the consensus revenue estimates in all four trailing quarters.
TME's shares surged 32.7% over the past nine months and 54.9% over the past year to close the last trading session at $12.55.
TME's POWR Ratings mirror its fundamentals. Within the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/entertainment-media-producers/">Entertainment - Media Producers</a> industry, TME is ranked #6 out of 13 stocks.
<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TME/">Click here</a> to access TME's ratings for Quality, Value, Momentum, Growth, Sentiment, and Stability.
Stock #1: Gannett Co., Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GCI/">GCI</a>)
GCI is a media and marketing solutions company that operates through three segments: Domestic Gannett Media; Newsquest; and Digital Marketing Solutions. The company offers digital-only subscription, community events platform, magazines, sports, and games etc.
On December 5, GCI's USA TODAY announced the release of its <a href="https://gannett2023cr.q4web.com/news/news-details/2024/Inaugural-USA-TODAY-Movie-Meter-Announced/default.aspx">USA TODAY Movie Meter</a>, a platform that engages movie enthusiasts to rate which film deserves the "Film of the Year" designation. By driving user growth through its new offerings, GCI is expected to strengthen its position and enhance its growth prospects.
On September 16, GCI <a href="https://gannett2023cr.q4web.com/news/news-details/2024/Gannett-and-BetMGM-Announce-Multi-Year-Partnership/default.aspx">announced a multi-year strategic partnership</a> with BetMGM, a sports betting and iGaming operator. Through this agreement, BetMGM will serve as the preferred online sportsbook and casino partner for USA TODAY Sports, providing sports betting odds and betting information.
With the rise of sports betting, the partnership is set to bring in new users to GCI's platform while also expanding its offerings and bringing in new income streams.
For the fiscal 2024 third quarter that ended September 30, GCI's total revenues came in at $612.44 million. Its adjusted EBITDA increased 5.6% year-over-year to $62.88 million. As of September 30, 2024, GCI's cash and cash equivalents stood at $101.80 million, compared to $100.18 million on December 31, 2023.
For the fiscal year ending December 2025, analysts expect GCI's revenue to come in at $2.51 billion.
Shares of GCI have surged 25.1% over the past six months and 181.4% over the past year to close the last trading session at $5.29.
GCI's prospects are reflected in its POWR Ratings. The stock has a B grade for Growth and Value.
Within the B-rated <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/entertainment-publishing/">Entertainment - Publishing</a> industry, GCI is ranked #5 out of 7 stocks. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GCI/">Click here</a> to access its Momentum, Quality, Sentiment, and Stability ratings.
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SPOT shares closed at $498.63 on Friday, up $5.12 (+1.04%). Year-to-date, SPOT has gained 165.36%, versus a 29.08% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
<hr><div style="clear:both;"></div> <h2>About the Author: Aanchal Sugandh</h2> <img src='https:/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Aanchal-Sugandh_Headshot.jpg' style="float:left; padding:5px;width:125px;">Aanchal's passion for financial markets drives her work as an investment analyst and journalist. She earned her bachelor's degree in finance and is pursuing the CFA program.

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